Top Experiences in Ten Thousand Islands

I am a U.S.C.G.-certified captain with more than 30 years’ experience fishing SW Florida. Join me as we target the inshore species that make SW Florida a world-renowned angling destination.

Experience and explore Everglades Chokoloskee area surrounded by the backwaters of the Ten Thousand Islands, centrally located between the east and west coasts on the southernmost tip of Florida. Enjoy fishing in one of the most pristine and remote areas in Florida with an ecosystem found nowhere else in the world. Fishing is great all year round, even on windy days, even in the heat of summer produce some of the best trips.

Throughout the Ten Thousand Islands you can fish the outside barrier islands, rivers and creeks, and hundreds of miles of backcountry water shoreline. This charter is a bucket list item for many anglers and a Photobucket for the eco-friendly visitor, you won't want to leave!

Travelers also enjoyed a Smallwood Store visit or a tour through the Museum of the Everglades! 

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You will be safely brought deep into the 10,000 Islands Wildlife Refuge for a two-hour interpretive tour of the area led by a Florida Master Naturalist. Depending on the season, you can expect to encounter manatees, dolphins, sea turtles, bald eagles, ospreys, herons, egrets, pelicans, rosette spoonbills, as well as, numerous species of fish and shore birds.

Operate your own 2 person catamaran through the winding and breathtaking waterways of the 10,000 Islands. Excitement, tranquility, thrill, and intimacy bundled in to one adventure. Although it is never guaranteed, it is likely that you will see an abundance of wildlife and marine life that inhabit the area at a closeness you've never experienced before! With over 12 years in operation, we promise to give you a tour you'll never forget!

Experience and explore the backwaters of the Ten thousand Islands! A short distant and boat ride to great fishing. Enjoy fishing one of the most pristine areas in the world, with a unique ecosystem found nowhere else. Fishing is great all year round, and there is such diversity of the area that even on windy days there are places to fish. Among the Ten Thousand Islands, you can fish the outside barrier islands, the rivers and creeks, and hundreds of miles of backcountry water shoreline, making this a trip to experience.

If you are traveling to Marco Island and want to explore more of the outdoors, make sure fishing is on the top of your list. You can also enjoy a relaxing day at Keewaydin Island or a fresh snack at the Marco Island Farmers Market. You can also explore the Marco Island Historical Museum. 

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On your private 2.5 hour guided sunset cruise we often see dolphins, alligators, manatees, sharks, sea turtles and many different species of birds. We observe local marine life in its natural habitat. Getting a personalized experience of a small group is the way to go In the 10,000 islands. With a small group the captain and truly tailor this trip to the guest.

Discover South West Florida's 10,000 Islands National Wildlife Refuge aboard your own private boat. Enjoy close encounters with dolphins, manatees, sharks, alligators, and a diverse range of bird species during your cruise. Stop at a remote Island for some beach time. We observe local marine life in its natural habitat. Getting a personalized experience of a small group is the way to go In the 10,000 islands. With a small group the captain and truly tailor this trip to the guest.

See the mangrove estuary near Marco Island by boat! Explore the complex and diverse ecosystem full of beauty and wildlife on our ecotour. Wildlife sightings may include dolphins and many species of birds such as osprey, bald eagle, pelican, tern, gull, skimmer, plover, egret, heron, and roseate spoonbill amongst others. Seasonally wildlife sightings may include manatee, sea turtles, sharks, iguanas Fully guided by a certified Florida Master Naturalist. Tour includes a one-hour beach stop on a barrier island to swim, beach comb, or look for exotic shells.

Looking for a boat tour that goes beyond dolphins and shelling? This two-hour sightseeing cruise departs Goodland and travels through the Ten Thousand Islands to Marco Island.

This popular sightseeing and wildlife cruise will bring you through the mangrove nearshore estuary of the 10,000 Islands National Wildlife Refuge traveling from Goodland to Marco Island and back.

Your entertaining and knowledgeable tour guide will answer all of your questions and show you some of the best sights around the islands. All guides are Florida certified master naturalists and members of the Marco Island Historical Society.

Boat tour topics may include:

- The building of Marco Island
- Marco beaches and beachfront condos and hotels
- Waterfront restaurants and dining
- Isles of Capri, Horr's Island, Goodland
- The Calusa Indians
- Mansions of Marco Estates
- Cape Romano Dome House
- Hermits, pirates, and saltwater cowboys
- Wildlife habitat of the 10,000 Islands
- Boating and fishing in SW Florida

Looking for a boat tour that goes beyond dolphins and shelling? This two-hour sightseeing cruise departs Goodland and travels through the Ten Thousand Islands to Marco Island.

This popular sightseeing and wildlife cruise will bring you through the mangrove nearshore estuary of the 10,000 Islands National Wildlife Refuge traveling from Goodland to Marco Island and back.

Your entertaining and knowledgeable tour guide will answer all of your questions and show you some of the best sights around the islands. All guides are Florida certified master naturalists and members of the Marco Island Historical Society.

Boat tour topics may include:

- The building of Marco Island
- Marco beaches and beachfront condos and hotels
- Waterfront restaurants and dining
- Isles of Capri, Horr's Island, Goodland
- The Calusa Indians
- Mansions of Marco Estates
- Cape Romano Dome House
- Hermits, pirates, and saltwater cowboys
- Wildlife habitat of the 10,000 Islands
- Boating and fishing in SW Florida

See the mangrove estuary near Marco Island by boat! Explore the complex and diverse ecosystem full of beauty and wildlife on our ecotour. Wildlife sightings may include dolphins and many species of birds such as osprey, bald eagle, pelican, tern, gull, skimmer, plover, egret, heron, and roseate spoonbill amongst others. Seasonally wildlife sightings may include manatee, sea turtles, sharks, iguanas Fully guided by a certified Florida Master Naturalist. Tour includes a one-hour beach stop on a barrier island to swim, beach comb, or look for exotic shells.

See Marco Island's wild resident dolphins in their natural habitat! Our two-hour Wild Dolphin Boat Tour includes a beautiful and wildlife-packed journey meandering through the 10,000 Islands refuge complete with interesting and fun information from a certified Florida Master Naturalist tour guide. If seeing wild dolphins is on your vacation to-do list this boat tour is a must-do!

Our three-hour Barrier island shelling tour is the perfect tour if you want to spend a little more time looking for a really special shell. Captains are always US Coast accredited master captains with decades of experience to ensure safe passage even in rough weather. Your guide is a certified Florida Master Naturalist with a wealth of knowledge to help you understand not only what you'll find but also where to look to locate the most sought-after and rare shells like the infamous Junonia. A truly memorable shelling experience as all of our tours are small groups and very intimate. Tour destinations may include Caxambas sandbars, Kice Island, Morgan Island, Cape Romano, and Second Chance Shell Bar (aka Shell Island). Shelling locations are dependent on the time of the year, weather, tide, and wind. Shelling locations are at the captain's discretion.

Not only will you be introduced to the great birding and wildlife in the area by your naturalists guide, you will also learn about the eco-systems, it rich heritage and long history.
Our tours are never "canned", so each tour is different. The area's wildlife move around in order to exist in their world and so must we. Many species are seasonal and inhabit different areas in different environmental conditions, so too, we must be able to adapt. Bring your cameras, binoculars, snacks, favorite drinks, hats, sunglasses and have a great time!!

Come see an amazing sunset on the Gulf! Some of the best sunsets in the world are in SW Florida—best seen on a sunset boat tour!

There’s something truly magical about the sunset hour in South Florida. With stunning skies every night at sunset near Marco Island, you can depend on making some extraordinary memories.

Wildlife and scenic views: Our sunset boat tour departs from Goodland Boat Park and Marina on Marco Island. After leaving the boat dock, the sunset cruise has to go to some of the best places around Goodland and Marco to enjoy the wildlife and scenic views.

Barrier Island Beach Stop: We’ll spend about an hour on a barrier island as the sun goes down. It is a perfect opportunity to stroll on the white sandy shore, collect sea shells and sand dollars, or stay on the boat enjoying snacks and drinks.

A perfect paradise sunset over the Gulf of Mexico
As the sun approaches the horizon, time will stand still momentarily as we enjoy a perfect evening in paradise.

Our best value tour. Imagine shelling on islands that are NOT picked over daily by 100's of people. With your naturalist guide, learn not only about individual shell animals, but learn "how to" shell from our Shelling Guru. This is an excellent "hands-on" experience for the young and old alike. Your naturalist guide will facilitate parents and grandparents wanting to be the educators.

This is not a typical preprogrammed tour. Every day and every tour can be different, so be sure to discuss with your guide the possibilities. This tour is approximately 3.5 hours in duration and departs twice daily at 9:00 and 1:30. Advanced reservations are required. Don't forget your cameras!

See Marco Island's wild resident dolphins in their natural habitat! Our two-hour Wild Dolphin Boat Tour includes a beautiful and wildlife-packed journey meandering through the 10,000 Islands refuge complete with interesting and fun information from a certified Florida Master Naturalist tour guide. If seeing wild dolphins is on your bucket list this boat tour is a must-do on your vacation.

A small group 10,000 Islands boat tour. Join our friendly, US Coast Guard Licensed Captains as we cruise through one of the most extensive intact Mangrove Forests in the World! This boat tour focused on three core subjects; Wildlife, Conservation, and family-friendly fun! Bring your whole family and expose the younger generation to the country's most unique eco-system, the Everglades of South West Florida!

Guests can expect close-up encounters with Dolphins, Manatees, and Alligators, providing you with tons of excitement throughout this 3-hour Adventure. With each wildlife encounter or exciting topic, guests can expect an open and candid conversation with their Florida Naturalist Captain. Mangrove Ecology, Manatee protection, and fishing techniques always seem to be top subjects throughout the trip.

As a proud member of 1% for the Planet, this tour donates 1% of the total cost to the Everglades Foundation. Thank you for choosing a proper Eco-minded company!

This very popular eco-adventure and combines the best of a boat tour, a kayak tour and a walking tour in a single great learning experience. Depending on the season, you can encounter manatees, dolphins, sea turtles, bald eagles, ospreys, herons, egrets, pelicans, roseate spoonbills and/or numerous species of fish and shore birds. A very comfortable transport boat will bring you deep into Everglades National Park with your Florida Master Naturalist guide. Once at the first destination, the tour slows down using very stable, comfortable kayaks to get you close to the flora and fauna. Imagine paddling next to a manatee or a dolphin! (No previous kayaking experience is required and there are single and two-person kayaks on every tour). Continue your interpretive experience with a walking tour on remote, pristine barrier island beach … a beach that is seldom visited by others.

Spend a couple of hours in paradise near Caxambas Pass on the sand and shell bars north of Kice Island for some spectacular shelling only found on our barrier islands. Florida master naturalist-guided shelling tour includes free shelling bags, shell identification, and free shelling lessons.

Tour The Ten Thousand Islands of Southwest Florida with Eco Endeavors on our USCG Inspected vessels for up to 12 passengers.

View bottlenose dolphins up close, as well as manatees, wading birds and more.

Discover the stories of the Calusa Native Americans, pirates, Everglades frontiersmen, smugglers and other colorful characters that comprise the rich history of our area.

Explore an isolated barrier island only accessible by boat to search for rare and beautiful shells.

Experience the natural history of the 10,000 Islands firsthand with some of the best guides in Southwest Florida.

Without question, this tour route is the most unique kayak tour in the area and offers guests with the greatest opportunity to spot bucket list wildlife while visiting the Everglades area. This tour launches from a permit only launch site within the 10,000 Islands Wildlife Refuge. This route requires proper planning and expert knowledge due to the fluctuating tides. No other company is capable or willing to take the time needed for this type of planning. Guests will start their paddle through the salt marsh, a popular feeding zone for numerous long-legged wading birds and river otters. 30 minutes in guests will notice a change in habitat, transitioning into Mangroves, indicating a change in salinity and elevation. This is where you will enter one of the best Mangrove Tunnels in the county. After numerous mangrove tunnels, creeks and ponds and hopefully tons of wildlife guests will then empty out into a manatee safe zone the Faka-union Canal. Year Round expert kayak guides included!

Our 2.5-hour Barrier Island shelling tour is the perfect tour if you want to spend a little more time looking for a really special shell. Captains are always US Coast accredited master captains with decades of experience to ensure safe passage even in rough weather. Your guide is a certified Florida Master Naturalist with a wealth of knowledge to help you understand not only what you'll find but also where to look to locate the most sought-after and rare shells like the infamous Junonia. A truly memorable shelling experience as all of our tours are small groups and very intimate. Tour destinations may include Caxambas sandbars, Kice Island, Morgan Island, Cape Romano, and Second Chance Shell Bar (aka Shell Island). Shelling locations are dependent on the time of the year, weather, tide, and wind. Shelling locations are at the captain's discretion.

We are the only sunset cruise in Southwest Florida that sees manatees! Enjoy this romantic tour with max 6 passengers per boat (call for private options!), searching for manatees, dolphins, alligators, birds and sharks in their natural habitat. See Florida's eco system, the Everglades and the 10,000 Islands. Watch the sun set over the Gulf of Mexico!