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15 Naples & Fort Myers Tours in the USA to Build a Day Around

25 tours  ·  from $50

The 15 best naples & fort myers tours you can book today, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.

Manatee Sightseeing and Wildlife Boat Tour - Canals, bays, and mangrove edges
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Manatee Sightseeing and Wildlife Boat Tour

1.Manatee Sightseeing and Wildlife Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,590 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $69Our pick

Set out from Port of the Islands Marina on a 90-minute covered boat ride through canals, bays, and mangroves. Captains such as Paul, Becky, Chris, Andi, and Storm explain the Everglades ecosystem while you look for manatees, alligators, birds, sharks, and fish. Polarized sunglasses and phone lenses are included.

“Captain Chris was an excellent tour guide with interesting information about the wildlife and the surrounding area. He knew which locations were most likely to have wildlife. We observed a manatee with her calf, alligators, and blue herons. Very enjoyable experience!”

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Dolphin and Manatee Adventure Tour of Fort Myers - Wildlife sightings are possible, not promised
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Dolphin and Manatee Adventure Tour of Fort Myers

2.Dolphin and Manatee Adventure Tour of Fort Myers

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,167 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $65Top rated

Meet in Bonita Springs for a two-hour paddleboard outing through Fort Myers waterways. Guides such as Eric and Chase teach beginners, point out dolphins, manatees, turtles, pelicans, and mangroves, and stop at a white-sand beach for shells. Wildlife sightings vary.

“Eric was great!! Gave fantastic info on the tour!! Very helpful with teaching paddle board skills if you haven’t done it before. Great to talk with it!”

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Easy Ride Pedal Kayak Tour Marco Island & Naples (Pedal or Paddle - The briefing: a short lesson before the launch
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Easy Ride Pedal Kayak Tour Marco Island & Naples (Pedal or Paddle

3.Easy Ride Pedal Kayak Tour Marco Island & Naples (Pedal or Paddle

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,065 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

Meet guide Rammel at Capri Paddlecraft Park for a two-hour Marco Island eco tour in a pedal kayak or regular kayak. Expect a short briefing, mangrove tunnels, birdlife, possible dolphins and manatees, free photos, and a relaxed pace suited to most abilities.

“The best guide! Very personable and kindhearted. Did this activity with my sister and mom. Was accessible for everyone.”

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Marco Island Wildlife Sightseeing and Shelling Tour - Cruising Through Mangroves Toward Cape Romano
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Marco Island Wildlife Sightseeing and Shelling Tour

4.Marco Island Wildlife Sightseeing and Shelling Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,047 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

Cruise from Goodland Boating Park toward Cape Romano and the Ten Thousand Islands with a local guide such as Colleen, Marco, Jessica, or Elliot. Expect mangrove views, wildlife spotting, a shaded boat, bottled water, and time on a shelling beach. The trip carries up to 14 people.

“A very good experience. Colleen and Marco were extremely knowledgeable and made the tour fun and interesting.”

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Naples Sightseeing Boat Tour - Following the Gordon River toward Naples Bay
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Naples Sightseeing Boat Tour

5.Naples Sightseeing Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,045 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $65

Board Pure Florida’s Double Sunshine at Tin City for a 90-minute Naples cruise with commentary from the Gordon River to the Gulf. Expect Port Royal mansions, Keewaydin Island, birds, possible dolphins and seasonal manatees. Guides including Josh and Zach add local color.

“Nice ride around the marina to see all the homes. We did see dolphins but that was it for wildlife due to the time of year. The boat was nice and staff were friendly.”

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Dolphin and Shelling Cruise for up to 12 people - Reaching the isolated barrier island
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Dolphin and Shelling Cruise for up to 12 people

6.Dolphin and Shelling Cruise for up to 12 people

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 980 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $109

Join Eco Endeavors for a 2.5-hour cruise from Goodland, near Marco Island, with up to 12 people. Captains such as Glenn, Jeff, Clay, and Alex guide you through mangroves and sandbars in search of dolphins, manatees, birds, and a shell-covered barrier island.

“Captain Glenn was awesome! We saw some manatee from a distance, lots of dolphins up close and lots of different birds. Shelling was amazing”

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Manatees and Mangrove Tunnels Small Group Kayak Tour - From Port of the Islands Marina to the mangrove launch
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Manatees and Mangrove Tunnels Small Group Kayak Tour

7.Manatees and Mangrove Tunnels Small Group Kayak Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 954 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $95

Join Adventure Paddle Tours for a three-hour, small-group kayak trip from Naples into the Ten Thousand Islands area. Guides such as Adam, Justin, Tiffany, and Caroline lead you through mangrove tunnels and canals, with manatees most likely in winter. Tandem kayaks, instruction, and equipment are provided.

“Justin was excellent! He was very knowledgeable and managed a challenging member of our tour well. He was very friendly and provided an amazing tour. We saw manatees, a crocodile, bull sharks and a ton of birds! Well worth the trip!”

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Backwater Adventure's CraigCat Tours of the 10,000 Islands - Stop one: learning the boat at the marina
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Backwater Adventure’s CraigCat Tours of the 10,000 Islands

8.Backwater Adventure’s CraigCat Tours of the 10,000 Islands

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 911 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $135

Drive a two-person CraigCat through the Ten Thousand Islands National Wildlife Refuge behind guides such as Andrew, Devin, or Eric. Expect a safety briefing, mangrove channels, dolphin and bird sightings, a possible shelling stop, and spray from the water. Bring sun protection and clothes that can get wet.

“This was very fun! It was a beautiful day and so nice to be out on the water. The tour was great and we got to see dolphins.!”

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Guided Island EcoTour: CLEAR/Standard Kayak, SUP - Bonita Springs - The beach stop: shells, sand, and a change of pace
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Guided Island EcoTour: CLEAR/Standard Kayak, SUP – Bonita Springs

9.Guided Island EcoTour: CLEAR/Standard Kayak, SUP – Bonita Springs

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 793 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $50Best value

Paddle Naples guides you through Big Hickory Island’s mangroves, Gulf waters, and shell-covered beaches at an easy pace. Choose a standard kayak, clear kayak, or SUP, then watch for dolphins, birds, fish, and warm-season manatees. Guides such as Hannah, Nick, Victoria, and Zach add local nature knowledge.

“The tour guide was very knowledgeable and very personable. We enjoyed the tour through the mangroves and stop at the island. We did get a late start, but they added time at the end.”

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Mangrove Tunnels & Mudflats Kayak Tour - Local Biologist Guides - Paddling from open water into the mangrove tunnels
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Mangrove Tunnels & Mudflats Kayak Tour – Local Biologist Guides

10.Mangrove Tunnels & Mudflats Kayak Tour – Local Biologist Guides

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 785 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $69

Paddle a single or tandem kayak through Rookery Bay’s mangrove tunnels, mudflats, and oyster reefs with local biologist guides such as Evan, Matt, Sam, and Ryan. The 2.5-hour tour suits beginners and families, includes photos, gear, and free admission to the Environmental Learning Center.

“Would highly recommend this activity and moreover this vendor. Our guide, Evan, was full of information and gave us the full measure of service!”

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Lovers Key Guided Eco Tour-Mangrove Estuary - Choosing between a kayak, paddleboard, and canoe
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Lovers Key Guided Eco Tour-Mangrove Estuary

11.Lovers Key Guided Eco Tour-Mangrove Estuary

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 738 reviews · from $67

Explore Lovers Key’s calm mangrove estuary for about 2 hours and 15 minutes with guides Karen, Steve, or Stephen. Choose a kayak, paddleboard, or canoe, learn about local wildlife and Native American and Spanish history, and watch for manatees, dolphins, birds, tarpon, and iguanas.

“We had a wonderful time on our kayak/SUP tour. Our tour guide Karen had a great sense of humor, got to know all of our names, and even helped assist our grandfather for a short time when he needed a little towing. Karen will certainly ensure you have a great time. We got to see Manatees several times in the estuary, osprey that were fishing, and many other wildlife. Thank you Karen!”

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Sightseeing and Sunset Catamaran Sailing Excursion - The route toward the Gulf
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Sightseeing and Sunset Catamaran Sailing Excursion

12.Sightseeing and Sunset Catamaran Sailing Excursion

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 617 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $80

Join Cool Beans, a 20-passenger catamaran sailing from Capri Boulevard in Naples. Choose a 2.5-hour day sail with swimming and shelling, or a 2-hour sunset cruise with beer, wine, soft drinks, and a champagne toast. Captains Dan and Patrick, plus crew such as Kyle, help keep the trip relaxed and social.

“Friendly crew and great sights from the water. The swim to the island was an added bonus - float assistance provided!”

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Marco Island Dolphin Sightseeing Tour - Watching dolphins ride the wake
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Marco Island Dolphin Sightseeing Tour

13.Marco Island Dolphin Sightseeing Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 514 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

Spend about two hours on a small boat from Marco Island with Florida Adventures and Rentals. Captain Marco, Colleen, Elliott, Jessica, and other local guides share stories about dolphins, birds, mangroves, and island history while you watch for dolphins riding the wake.

“Marco & Elliott were exceptionally good tour guides. We saw tons of dolphins. Dolphins were active and jumping out of the water. These guides were knowledgeable, super entertaining, and fun! They were locals and it was interesting to hear their stories! It was an excellent tour that we thoroughly enjoyed and would do again.....but would ask for Marico and Elliott!!”

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Gulf of Mexico Sunset Cruise from Naples - Port Royal turns the cruise into a waterfront tour
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Gulf of Mexico Sunset Cruise from Naples

14.Gulf of Mexico Sunset Cruise from Naples

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 511 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $68

Board Pure Florida’s Double Sunshine at Tin City for a 90-minute Gulf cruise. Hear local stories, pass Port Royal and Keewaydin Island, and watch for dolphins, birds, and seasonal manatees. Guides such as Josh, Patrick, Renee, and Zach may keep the ride lively while drinks and snacks are sold onboard.

“Have your phone all charged up as you will want to take a million pictures of the stunning scenery! It was such a major highlight of our Florida vacation! Highly recommend!!!”

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Marco Island 2 hour Dolphin, Birding and Shelling tour - Looking for dolphins and coastal birds
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Marco Island 2 hour Dolphin, Birding and Shelling tour

15.Marco Island 2 hour Dolphin, Birding and Shelling tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 503 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $99

Spend two hours with a captain and certified naturalist in the Ten Thousand Islands National Wildlife Refuge. Look for dolphins, manatees, pelicans, osprey, and wading birds, then stop at an uninhabited barrier island to collect shells. Boats carry up to 17 people and return to Goodland.

“Captain extremely knowledgeable, we saw and did everything the tour promised. Relaxing and perfectly timed and very enjoyable morning!”

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