Marco Island Shelling Tour | 4-Hour Private Guided
Exclusive Private Charter for Up to 6 Guests Departing Goodland Boat Park
What to Expect
Exclusive Private Access to Pristine Barrier Islands
Experience the ultimate private beachcombing adventure with our Marco Island Private Shelling Charter. Designed for families, private groups, and dedicated collectors, this exclusive 4-hour charter offers flexible, personalized access to the secluded barrier island beaches, sandbars, and tidal flats of the Ten Thousand Islands National Wildlife Refuge. Led by knowledgeable local guides with Florida Master Naturalist–level insights, your group will enjoy a tailored itinerary built around your pace and preferences.
Premium Boat Comfort & Personal Guidance
Your private trip begins at Goodland Boat Park aboard our clean, spacious 25-foot Sea Pro bay boat, featuring an enclosed onboard restroom, freshwater washdown, and a cooler stocked with ice and bottled water. Because the boat is reserved exclusively for your group (up to 6 guests), you enjoy complete freedom to focus on targeted shell hunting, coastal wildlife viewing, or relaxed island beachcombing.
What You’ll Experience on Your Private Charter:
- Tailored Island Exploration: Step ashore on remote, uninhabited barrier beaches accessible only by boat, with flexibility to linger at your favorite shelling spots.
- Hands-On Shell Identification: Learn how to spot and identify prized local species, including Lightning Whelks, Alphabet Cones, Florida Horse Conchs, True Tulips, and rare Junonias.
- 100% Ethical Shelling Standard: Practice responsible, eco-friendly beachcombing by collecting empty shells only, preserving Southwest Florida's delicate coastal ecosystem.
- Wildlife & Mangrove Estuary Cruising: Navigate scenic channels with frequent opportunities to spot wild bottlenose dolphins, manatees, osprey, and coastal wading birds.
Enjoy an unforgettable, personalized day on the water in Southwest Florida’s most famous marine refuge with your family and friends.
Includes
Expert Local Guide: Led by experienced local guides providing shell identification and Florida Master Naturalist–level insights.
Comfortable Boat Transport: Smooth, scenic ride aboard clean 25-foot Sea Pro bay boats featuring an enclosed onboard restroom.
Complimentary Beverages & Ice: Bottled water, tea, and ice provided in a large onboard cooler for your group.
Remote Island Access: Boat-only access to secluded, highly productive shelling beaches in the Ten Thousand Islands.
Hands-On Shelling Tips: Expert assistance spotting, identifying, and safely gathering empty Gulf shell finds.
Eco-Friendly Stewardship: Responsible, 100% ethical shelling practices focused on protecting living coastal marine habitats.
Family-Friendly Experience: Tailored, small-group outing suitable for all ages with a focus on comfortable exploration.
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 four hours
Address
Morning Tours 1845 San Marco Rd. Marco Island, FL 34145 Afternoon Goodland Boat Park 750 Palm Point Dr, Goodland, Florida 34140
Pricing
| Private charter | $810.90 |
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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