Manatee, Dolphin & 10,000 Islands Sunset Cruise
About this activity
Highlights
- Spot manatees and dolphins in their natural habitat
- Cruise through the scenic 10,000 Islands
- Enjoy a breathtaking Gulf Coast sunset
- Learn from an expert naturalist guide
- Relax with complimentary snacks and beverages
Full description
Included / Excluded
- 3-hour guided boat tour
- Expert naturalist guide
- Complimentary snacks and beverages
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Itinerary
We begin the tour in the Port of the Island's harbor where we look for manatees, alligators, sharks and birds of the Everglades.
We take a 45 minute boat ride through the Everglades out to the 10,000 Islands. We hope to see more wildlife along the way including dolphins that love playing in our wake!
We explore the 10,000 Islands while watching the sun set over the Gulf of Mexico! A gorgeous, quiet and serene end to the day immersed in Florida's natural beauty.
Meeting point
Start Location
Unknown location
Important information
Know before you book
- Reservations are required; book in advance to secure your spot.
- Cruise operates weather permitting; check the forecast before booking.
- Children under 5 may not be suitable for this tour; contact the operator for more details.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable clothing and bring a light jacket for cooler evenings.
- Bring a camera to capture wildlife and sunset moments.
- Arrive at the departure point 15 minutes early to ensure timely boarding.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Stroller Accessible
- Service Animals Allowed
Good to know
- Parties of 7 or more will be split up between 2 boats that are kept close together-20% gratuity will be collected for parties of 7 or more
Traveler reviews
Great small group sunset cruise
5/5 — Perfect family sunset cruise We had such a wonderful experience on this sunset cruise through the Everglades and Ten Thousand Islands. The scenery was absolutely beautiful — dolphins, wildlife, quiet beaches, gorgeous shells, and one of the most stunning sunsets we’ve seen in Florida. Captain John was amazing. He was incredibly kind and patient with my very talkative 5-year-old and made the whole experience feel relaxed and family-friendly. He was knowledgeable, easy to talk to, and genuinely pleasant company for families with kids. My son had the best time exploring the little shell beaches and riding on the boat. One thing we really appreciated was that they allowed us to bring our dog for an additional fee, which made the trip even more special for our family. Not many tours are this accommodating. The tour felt peaceful, personal, and very authentic Florida — not rushed or overcrowded. We would absolutely do it again next time we’re in Naples/Marco Island. Highly recommend for families, nature lovers, and anyone wanting a memorable sunset experience. BUT!!! Put on bug spray immediately upon return and docking!!! Eaten alive instantly off the doc, hurried to shut my car doors and still had about 30 to kill on the drive home.
Animals spotted 😎
It was a cool experience, we were a small group of 3 people + baby. We saw everything we could have hoped for, a manatee, dolphins, a shark (but we are not 100% sure) and finally an aligator. Recommendation: Take mosquito spray with you, believe me, it has VERY many mosquitoes. I would do the tour again immediately, but honestly find it expensive, especially we had to pay 50$ for the baby (4 months). Why am I just wondering...
The best time on our babymoon!
We had the best time with Capitan Wes! We saw three different manatees and so many birds, including ospreys and their nests! We also had a magical experience with dolphins riding in our wake and jumping around! Capt Wes was so knowledgeable and really made the trip great! Definitely recommend this tour!
1000 Islands and Dolphins
Becky our captain was amazing!! We got to see manatees and so many birds. The dolphins were so much fun to watch!! We even got to stop on a little island and get shells. I would highly recommend this tour. Fun and relaxing. Thank you Becky for a memorable evening.
Saw manatee, alligator...
Saw manatee, alligator and spoon birds. Most beautiful sunset ever! Captain Chris very nice. Be prepared for speed. It was fun!!! Would do again!