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Eco tour in the

mangrove estuary near

Marco Island!

See a complex and diverse ecosystem full of beauty and wildlife on our eco boat tour.

Eco tour is our most educational boat tour. Explore the intricate ecosystem of the 10000 islands nearshore mangrove estuary on the boat.

Bring your questions! The tour is fully narrated by a state-certified Florida master naturalist.

Marco Island Florida dolphins playing in the wake

10,000 Islands
Eco Boat Tour

Our most popular nature tour. Explore the intricate and important mangrove estuary of the Rookery Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve on our tour boat. Dolphins, birds, manatees, and sea turtles are frequently observed. This tour also goes into the 10,000 Islands wildlife refuge and includes a one-hour beach stop on a barrier island to shell or swim.

2.5 hours: $125 Tickets | $625 Private

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Eco tour on Marco Island

eco tour approved by a couple of cute kids vacationing on Marco IslandHeading south from Marco Island is a great ecosystem – the coastal mangrove estuary of the Ten Thousand Islands. With 90 miles of mangrove islands and barrier islands, our seasoned captains know where to go.

Welcome aboard for an adventure in the 10000 Islands

The Ten Thousand Islands is an intricate and diverse ecosystem. The wildlife sanctuary is federally protected. Therefore, this island chain is extraordinarily remote and challenging to navigate! With over 35,000 protected acres, there are about 200 species of fish, about 200 species of birds, and many mammals and reptiles.

Kids driving the boat on Ten Thousand Islands Eco Tour

We had an amazing time on our trip with Florida Island Tours! It was our son’s first time on a boat and captains Jules and Nate were so great with him. We loved seeing the dolphins and found some great seashells. Would 100% recommend!

Jana H.Athens, GA

Choosing the best Marco Island eco tour

Eco tour captains are certified Florida master naturalists

There are lots of different boat tour companies on Marco. Choosing the best boat tour on Marco Island can be a difficult task. Florida Island Tours specializes in small family tours for families of up to six people. Our captains have decades of experience and will keep you safe and comfortable on the boat tour and entertain you with fun stories and a few jokes.

Making memories on your vacation

Our 10000 Islands Eco Tour is a lot of fun and educational. You’ll learn about the animals like the wild Atlantic bottlenose dolphin and the “fish eagle” osprey who raise their young in their enormous nests. Also, we will teach you about the vital mangrove trees and all the sea shells found near Marco Island. We promise you’ll learn a lot while having fun at the same time!

Master Captain, Naturalist Guide

All of our captains are certified drug-free captains with the Coast Guard. Also, our tour guides are certified Florida Master Naturalists with degrees from the University of Florida.

Door-to-door Shuttle Van

Our dedicated boat tour shuttle van will bring your group to the boat park

We’ll pick you up!

No more parking troubles with our dedicated private boat tour shuttle van.

  • Door-to-door on Marco

  • Round trip

  • Professional driver

  • Clean and safe

  • Luxury Mercedes-Benz

  • $75 Private Tour (up to 6 people)

Marco Island shuttle van for boat tours

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