Marco Island Boat Tour from Goodland through Ten Thousand Islands
by Florida Island Tours
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✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$198Overview
This two-hour boat tour departs from Goodland and travels through the Ten Thousand Islands National Wildlife Refuge to Marco Island and back. The trip begins with a 30-minute viewing of Goodland from the water, where the guide explains the town's history and local character. Next, the boat passes through the mangrove estuary of the 10,000 Islands National Wildlife Refuge for one hour, with opportunities to see wildlife such as dolphins, manatees, and birds depending on the season. The final 30 minutes are spent exploring Marco Island’s beachfront, mansions, and notable landmarks including the Cape Romano Dome House. The guide, a certified Florida master naturalist and member of the Marco Island Historical Society, provides information on the building of Marco Island, its beaches, waterfront restaurants, the Isles of Capri, Horr's Island, Goodland, and stories about the Calusa Indians, pirates, and saltwater cowboys. The tour includes a cooler with ice and covers parking fees. Food and drinks are not included but may be brought onboard, except for red wine. There are no restrooms on the boat.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Goodland waterfront
The boat spends about 30 minutes viewing Goodland from the water, highlighting its local history and laidback atmosphere as a fishing community.
30 min
Ten Thousand Islands National Wildlife Refuge
The boat travels for roughly one hour through this mangrove estuary, where seasonal wildlife such as dolphins, manatees, and various birds may be seen.
60 min
Marco Island beachfront and mansions
The final 30 minutes focus on Marco Island’s history, including its construction, important figures in its growth, and views of beachfront condos, mansions, and local landmarks.
30 min
Meeting point
Free parking across the street from Stan's Idle Hour Restaurant in the gravel lot behind the white fence.
End point
Free parking across the street from Stan's Idle Hour Restaurant in the gravel lot behind the white fence. Our boats are located on the "Private Dock" behind our banner and flags.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Marco Island Boat Tour from Goodland through Ten Thousand Islands
by Florida Island Tours
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$198Overview
This two-hour boat tour departs from Goodland and travels through the Ten Thousand Islands National Wildlife Refuge to Marco Island and back. The trip begins with a 30-minute viewing of Goodland from the water, where the guide explains the town's history and local character. Next, the boat passes through the mangrove estuary of the 10,000 Islands National Wildlife Refuge for one hour, with opportunities to see wildlife such as dolphins, manatees, and birds depending on the season. The final 30 minutes are spent exploring Marco Island’s beachfront, mansions, and notable landmarks including the Cape Romano Dome House. The guide, a certified Florida master naturalist and member of the Marco Island Historical Society, provides information on the building of Marco Island, its beaches, waterfront restaurants, the Isles of Capri, Horr's Island, Goodland, and stories about the Calusa Indians, pirates, and saltwater cowboys. The tour includes a cooler with ice and covers parking fees. Food and drinks are not included but may be brought onboard, except for red wine. There are no restrooms on the boat.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Goodland waterfront
The boat spends about 30 minutes viewing Goodland from the water, highlighting its local history and laidback atmosphere as a fishing community.
30 min
Ten Thousand Islands National Wildlife Refuge
The boat travels for roughly one hour through this mangrove estuary, where seasonal wildlife such as dolphins, manatees, and various birds may be seen.
60 min
Marco Island beachfront and mansions
The final 30 minutes focus on Marco Island’s history, including its construction, important figures in its growth, and views of beachfront condos, mansions, and local landmarks.
30 min
Meeting point
Free parking across the street from Stan's Idle Hour Restaurant in the gravel lot behind the white fence.
End point
Free parking across the street from Stan's Idle Hour Restaurant in the gravel lot behind the white fence. Our boats are located on the "Private Dock" behind our banner and flags.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.