What to do and see in Marco Island, Florida (FL): The Best Nature & Wildlife Tours

May 1, 2022 Brandee Mangan

White beaches, a sparkling sea, a strawberry daiquiri in hand—what more do you need in a vacation? Marco Island brings visitors the best that the Ten Thousand Islands have to offer. Scavenge for seashells or hit the links for a sunny session of golf. Explore the Everglades in a swamp buggy or enjoy a rejuvenating nature hike at the Rookery Bay Reserve.
Restaurants in Marco Island

1. Off the Hook Adventures

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Off the Hook Adventures

Off The Hook Adventures offers Marco Island and Naples area private sailing, shelling, and sightseeing boat tours. Our sailing catamarans are custom designed for the shallow calm waters around Marco Island. Enjoy a narrated tour by a licensed captain. Stop on uninhabited islands for sea shells and look for dolphin, manatee and wildlife. Enjoy free refreshments and complimentary shell bags.

2. Dreamlander Tours

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Dreamlander Tours

The Dream Team is a small, elite group of people who have a passion for providing extraordinary memories. We are fascinated and humbled by all that Marco Island and the 10,000 Islands have to offer. We are a small, family owned and operated business. Above all, our attention is kept in keeping our ocean and its occupant’s habitat pristine. At a very close second, we ensure wildlife viewing, eco-education and happiness. Touring with us will guarantee your family has the experience of a lifetime and, honestly, isn’t that why we vacation in the first place? We specialize in small intimate group tours with no more then 6 guests on board and your personal USCG Captain. Please join us on one of our Dolphin, Shelling, Custom Private, or Backwater Fishing adventures. We guarantee dolphin sightings on all dolphin tours or your trip is free! Please call or visit our website to help with any questions, requests, or reservations. We hope to SEA you all soon!!

3. Reel Kind Fishing and Tours

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Reel Kind Fishing and Tours

Are you looking to have the trip of your life on the water’s of Marco Island, Naples and The Everglades? Did you know our Guides are all retired Florida Wildlife Law Enforcement Officers or Florida Master Natuaralists? Our Captains strive to make every trip the best trip you have ever had. We know the waters like the back of our hands and work hard to make sure you are having the time of your life.

4. Florida Saltwater Adventures

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Florida Saltwater Adventures

See dolphins, manatees, sea turtles, photography, birding and more! We are a family friendly company that offers a variety of educational boat tours exploring Marco Island, the Ten Thousand Islands, near Naples and the Everglades. More people choose us because were experts at finding animals in their natural habitats. All trips are non-touristy, personalized, and available by private charter. Book direct with us and save! Advanced reservations are highly recommended. Open since 2001. Captain Alex Saputo owner/operator.

5. Marco Island Boat Tours

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Marco Island Boat Tours

Only 10 minutes from the beaches of Marco Island you can experience the 10,000 Islands area of the Everglades. Enjoy a 2 hour Birding, Dolphin and Wildlife Photo Eco Tour is a very comfortable power boat. Designed specifically for families the 3.5 hour 10,000 Eco Excursion is a hands on learning experience. Our most popular experience, however, is the Boat Assisted Kayak Eco Tour. Daily departures are limited to six guests, so reservations are required.

6. Avi's Water Sports

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Avi's Water Sports

Marco Islands Premium Jet Ski Tours, 10,000 Islands, Dome Homes of Cape Romano, Dolphin Jet Ski Tours and Rentals, FREE flashdrive of photo's taken of your tour, every tour guided by AVI "The Dolphin Whisperer"

7. KoolCat Eco Tours

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KoolCat Eco Tours

We’re in the business of making your vacation memorable by offering an exceptional experience, 5 star customer service, and an amazing time!

8. Paradise Cycle Boat Cruises

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Paradise Cycle Boat Cruises

Cycle, Cruise, Connect with family and friends on our 35 foot cycle boat as you experience the beautiful waterways of Marco Island. Fully CDC guidelines and sanitized. BYOB & Bluetooth music for the best party on the water! Full restroom aboard. Comfort seating available for those who want to cruise!

9. Island Gypsy Excursions

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Island Gypsy Excursions

Island Gypsy Excursions offer their guests a chance to see and explore the natural beauty of Southwest Florida’s Ten Thousand Islands mangrove ecosystem. Enjoy the wildlife in this pristine estuary, aboard our 24’ shallow draft boat, as we meander through the mangrove lined passages where the Calusa Indians and early Florida pioneers once settled. Walk along the barrier islands riddled with seashells, washed ashore along the sandy beaches. Come aboard our boat for an ecological and historical tour - a memorable adventure for the whole family! Relax and experience the essence of old Florida. Thank you for visiting our site.

10. Sunshine Bike Tours

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Sunshine Bike Tours

Two Wheel Happiness, anyone? Experience an Award-Winning Guided Bike Tour of Beautiful Marco Island, Florida! Share the joy and adventure that biking brings you while riding amidst Marco's pretty and tranquil Gulfscape exploring and seeing its unique features and creatures in an up close and personal manner. Tour highlights are the tropical isles abundant Nature in its sea life, wildlife and colorful flora, its rich and fascinating history and the luxurious homes and estates that line the prolific picturesque waterways. You'll find the tours authentic, personal, informative and fun! Get in touch with Nature and the great outdoors on a memorable bike tour experience with a fourth-generation local tour guide; it's fun-filled adventure! Sunshine Bike Tours is locally owned, operated, licensed, insured and an accomplished small business. It's earned the Tripadvisor Certificate of Excellence Award six consecutive years! To book, please call or see website. Advance reservations required.

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