• Ten Thousand Islands NWR - The 10,000 Islands Wildlife Refuge, located next to Everglades National Park, is only accessible by boat. This tour, guided by an expert sheller and certified master naturalist, is limited to six participants and will take you to a secluded barrier island within the Refuge. While popular barrier islands like Sanibel or Captiva are known for excellent shelling, these islands often have untouched beaches.

Not only will you enjoy exceptional shelling in a remote setting, but you’ll also have the chance to see dolphins, possibly sea turtles or manatees, and a variety of birds such as ospreys, eagles, roseate spoonbills, pelicans, and more during your journey to the island.

While shelling, you’ll learn about the intricacies of tides and currents and their impact on marine life. Your captain and guide can turn your tour into an educational family experience.

• Marco Island - While shelling on the uninhabited islands facing the Gulf of Mexico, Marco Island will be part of your scenic view.
• Gulf of Mexico - Some of the uninhabited barrier island beaches for shelling face the Gulf of Mexico, offering wonderful shelling opportunities and breathtaking views.

• Playful dolphins
• 10,000 Islands Shelling Tour

• Please bring water, hats, sunglasses, sunscreen, water shoes, bags for your shells and a towel

The 10,000 Islands Wildlife Refuge, located next to Everglades National Park, can only be accessed by boat. This tour, guided by a seasoned shelling expert and certified master naturalist, will take participants to a secluded barrier island within the Refuge. Although barrier islands like Sanibel or Captiva are known for excellent shelling, these islands often have untouched beaches.

Participants will not only enjoy exceptional shelling in a remote setting but also have the chance to observe dolphins, and possibly sea turtles or manatees, along with a variety of birds such as ospreys, eagles, roseate spoonbills, and pelicans during the journey to the island.

While shelling, guests can learn about the intricacies of tides and currents and their impact on marine life. The captain/guide can turn the tour into an educational experience for families.

Note: From June to October, morning tours are recommended due to weather conditions.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.