Did you know that every March is Dolphin Awareness Month? They're some of the smartest creatures in the ocean, with plenty of personality and playfulness, so spotting dolphins in the coastal waters near Naples homes for sale has long been a favorite activity of nature enthusiasts on the Paradise Coast. Our real estate agents have the exciting details on 6 of the best local tour services that can help you spot dolphins near Naples.
- Dolphin Explorer – 951 Bald Eagle Dr., Marco Island, FL 34145
Winner of a Trip Advisor Traveler's Choice award for three years running, the Dolphin Explorer crew helped passengers spot a total of 4,865 dolphins in 2022 alone. Reservations are strongly recommended for these tours, which leave twice per day at 9:00 AM and 1:00 PM, with each cruise lasting for about 3 hours. These tours are also part of a long-term study on dolphins in Southwest Florida, so the crew is very knowledgeable and offers a fun, educational, family-friendly experience as you explore the coast of Marco Island. - Dolphin Research Tours – 3265 Andrews Ave., Naples, FL 34112
Interested in a private dolphin tour? In addition to its scientific mission in conjunction with The Dolphin Study, Dolphin Research Tours offers private tours from 3 to 5 hours in length, along with its flagship, Dolphins of Marco Island Eco Tour. If you choose a private tour, you'll have the opportunity to stop on a barrier island beach for a picnic, all while learning about dolphins and other wildlife from the experts at Dolphin Research Tours. - Breakwater Adventures – 149 S. Barfield Dr., Marco Island, FL 34145
Another great option for private tours is Breakwater Adventures, which you'll find around the corner from Marco Island homes for sale. All tours from Breakwater Adventures are private, with group rates starting at $395 and tons of options for customizing your trip. Dolphin Tours are available for groups of up to 6 people, with guaranteed dolphin sightings and the chance to spot other coastal wildlife. You also have the option of adding fun additional activities like shelling and tubing to your trip. - Marco Island Eco Tours – 548 Coconut Ave., #661, Goodland, FL 34140
Owner of Marco Island Eco Tours, Tony Isse, has been living in Southwest Florida for nearly 40 years and has been guiding friends along the coast for most of that time. That passion has since grown into a thriving eco-tour business, where you get to pilot your own easy-to-use Mini Catamaran for the trip. You'll be guided along the coast to some of the best spots for wildlife spotting, with a chance to get closer to the dolphins and other wildlife than you would on a larger watercraft. - Pure Florida – 1200 Fifth Ave. S., Naples, Florida 34102
With more than 20 years of experience touring the coast, you'll often spot the Naples Explorer, flagship of Pure Florida, docked at Tin City in Naples. Their most popular tour is the hybrid Dolphin Watch/Eco Shelling tour, where you'll get to spot dolphins along the Naples coastline before making a stop at Keewaydin Island. There, you can enjoy some shelling on the peaceful, scenic beach or take a refreshing dip in the Gulf before you head out for more dolphin spotting. - Island Time Dolphin & Shelling Cruises – 450 Harbor Ct., Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931
With a convenient location near Fort Myers Beach homes for sale and more than 10 different types of coastal tours available, Island Time Dolphin & Shelling Cruises truly offers something for everyone. Try a Dolphin & Eco Tour that explores the mangrove ecosystem along the coast or a Dolphin & Shelling tour which includes shelling on an island only accessible by boat. All tours here are private, lasting about 3-4 hours, with complimentary refreshments and snacks.
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