Keewaydin Island Shelling Tour | 6-Hour Guided
Full-Day Shared Shelling Trip to Keewaydin Island with Florida Master Naturalist Guidance
What to Expect
6-Hour Keewaydin Island Shelling & Eco Tour
Step into a true island escape on our 6-Hour Keewaydin Island Shelling & Eco Tour, where you can enjoy unhurried time on one of Southwest Florida’s most beautiful boat-access-only barrier islands.
- Small-Group Shared Experience: Capped at a maximum of 6 guests per boat, this shared excursion provides a relaxed, uncrowded adventure with plenty of space to explore at your own pace.
- Guided by Local Shell Experts: Our guides, equipped with Florida Master Naturalist–level knowledge, lead you to secluded stretches of Keewaydin known for exceptional shelling, sharing hands-on insights to help you identify empty shells and understand the marine life that once lived inside them.
- Wildlife & Ecosystem Insights: Learn how the barrier islands support nesting shorebirds, foraging manatees, and bottlenose dolphins, and why protecting the Ten Thousand Islands National Wildlife Refuge matters.
- 100% Eco-Friendly Shelling: Sustainable, ethical practices are followed at every stop. We strictly collect empty shells only to preserve the delicate coastal environment and living marine habitats.
- Discover & Reconnect: Explore pristine tidal flats, walk quiet Gulf beaches, and experience the wild beauty of Southwest Florida with family or friends.
A Keewaydin tour is your day to explore, reconnect, and treasure the coast.
Includes
Florida Master Naturalist Guides: Local experts providing ecosystem insights and hands-on help with shell identification.
25' Sea Pro Bay Boat: Smooth ride featuring an enclosed marine restroom on board and covered shade T-top for comfort.
Complimentary Drinks & Ice: Cold bottled water and tea provided in an onboard cooler stocked with fresh ice.
Secluded Beach Access: Boat-only transport to uncrowded barrier island shorelines, sandbars, and tidal flats.
Expert Shelling Guidance: Tips on reading tide lines, spotting hidden shells, and identifying native species.
00% Ethical Eco-Shelling: Responsible 100% empty-shell collection standards to protect living marine habitats.
Small-Group Atmosphere: Capped at 6 guests per boat to ensure a personalized, family-friendly island trip.
Scenic Photo Ops: Capture photos of secluded barrier island landscapes, shorebirds, and wild dolphins along the way.
Restrictions
This tour may not be suitable for individuals with significant mobility impairments that prevent them from boarding a boat via a ladder or walking on uneven terrain. Pregnant women should consult their physician before booking this tour. There are no specific height restrictions.
Duration
This activity lasts for approximately six hours.
Address
Goodland Boat Park - 750 Palm Point Dr, Goodland, Florida 34140
Pricing
| Guest | $259.70 |
Cancellation Policy
Full refund available if cancelled 7 days prior to the tour date. Optional trip protection (15% fee) allows cancellation up to 48 hours before the tour.
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