• Ten Thousand Islands NWR - The boat tour will navigate through the 10,000 Island National Wildlife Refuge, offering a chance to observe wild Atlantic Bottlenose Dolphins.
• Marco Island - The boat tour will set sail from Marco Island, exploring several stunning sightseeing spots around the area.
• Cape Romano - Known as the “Second Chance” shell bar or “Shell Island,” located south of Cape Romano (near the former site of the Dome House). It is seasonally closed for bird nesting from March through August.
• Kice Island - Referred to as “the sheller’s island,” Kice Island is renowned as the premier shelling destination in Florida, accessible only by boat!

• Complementary Shelling Bags
• Cooler with Ice

• On-board restrooms
• Food (Yes, you can bring your own food!)
• Drinks (BYOB - please, no red wine!)
• Bottled Water

What You’ll Discover

Look forward to finding sand dollars, lightning whelks, alphabet cones, tulip shells, and, if you’re fortunate, the rare Junonia. Captains provide quick tips on interpreting bars, seams, and wrack lines, ensuring each stop is fulfilling.

Destinations

Typical routes include Caxambas Pass, Kice Island, and “Second Chance” Shell Island within the Ten Thousand Islands. Captains select the optimal beaches based on the season, tide, and local conditions.

Educational Experience

The captain, trained as a Florida Master Naturalist, combines shelling techniques with insights into island history and marine life. Families receive gentle reminders about ethical practices: appreciate living shells and leave them in their natural habitat.

Duration: 4 hours
Parking: FREE
Departure: Private commercial docks
220 Goodland Dr W, Goodland FL 34140
(across from Stan’s Idle Hour)
Time: Departures at 6:30am, 8:30am, 11:30am daily

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.