Private Barrier Island Shelling Tour
Overview
Barrier Island Shelling Tour
The Barrier Island Shelling Tour is the ultimate shelling adventure for those looking to discover rare and beautiful seashells in untouched, remote locations. This guided boat tour takes you beyond the busy beaches to the best shelling hotspots in the Ten Thousand Islands, where you can collect sand dollars, alphabet cones, lightning whelks, and even the elusive Junonia.
Family-Friendly Adventure:
Shelling is the perfect activity for kids and adults, with plenty of time to explore and collect treasures from the sea.
This laid-back yet exciting tour is a dream for shell collectors and beachcombers. Whether you’re a seasoned sheller or a first-timer, our Barrier Island Shelling Tour will leave you with incredible finds and unforgettable memories of Marco Island’s pristine coastal beauty.
2.5-hour tour departs from our private commercial docks at 220 Goodland Dr (across the street from Stan's Idle Hour) daily at 8:00 am, 10:45 am, 1:30 pm, and 4:00 pm.
What's Included
- Parking Fees
- Complementary shelling bags
- Cooler with Ice
- Restroom on board
- Food (Yes, you can bring your own food!)
- Drinks (BYOB - please, no red wine!)
Meeting Location
Goodland Drive
Marco Island, FL 34145, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Kice Island
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
TEN THOUSAND ISLANDS NWR
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
Marco Island (Pass By)
Rookery Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve (Pass By)
Southwest Gulf Coast (Pass By)
Cape Romano (Pass By)
Goodland (Pass By)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Beaches can require walking long distances on uneven terrain, walking through water, and navigating areas around mangrove trees and stumps.
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children 6 and under are required to wear life vests (provided).
Frequently Asked Questions
(8)Q: Will I get seasick on Private Barrier Island Shelling Tour?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-268216P9
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