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Shelling Tours - Fort Myers Beach / Naples
Fort Myers, USA
- 2 hours
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
Overview
Embark on a fun trip out to Big Hickory Island for a shelling excursion from Fort Myers Beach. Join your dedicated captain and sail out to the island that is known for its exceptional selection of seashells. The time on the island is spent how you like; search for shells, go snorkeling with provided gear, or simply relax on the beach.
- Find conches, sand dollars, and other types of shells
- Take in the coastal scenery while you sail
- A private tour means a personalized experience
- Choose from several tour times to suit your schedule
What's Included
- Bottled water
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Lovers Key Boat Ramp8700 Estero Blvd, Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931, USA
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.What To Expect
Lovers Key State Park
2 hours • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Infants must sit on laps
- Most travelers can participate
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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Reviews
5.0
38 reviews
Carolyn_G, Jan 2024
We had a great shelling experience with Mike. Communication before the trip was excellent so we knew exactly where to be and when. Upon arrival it was a quick 10-15 minutes to the first beach on Big Hickory Island. It was close to low tide and we were able to find a sand dollar and multiple fighting conch shells in excellent shape along with a great variety of other shells. We spent about 45 minutes there and then chose to move to the next area just a few minutes north on the point at Bonita Springs Beach where we found more good stuff. On our way back we were lucky enough to spot a shark cruising in the shallows - got the perfect "Jaws" shot! We visited multiple beaches this trip (Sanibel, Captive, Boca Grande) and got our biggest shells on this excursion. Highly recommend.
Rosane_C, Aug 2023
Great experience, Mike took us to amazing locations, he took the time to go after a dolphin and a manatee with us so the kids could see them. The shelling beaches were incredible, only boat accessible, so there were many beautiful shells to collect (and to take home as souvenirs) . We wanted a private experience, and that’s exactly what we got. Nice touch with a cooler with cold water on the boat - and Mike’s communication to tell us where to park and how to locate him. I’d definitely do it again, totally worth it!
Response from Host, Sep 2023
Thank you very much for the review. I’m glad you enjoyed the trip.
Daniel_H, Aug 2023
Awesome shelling trip with Mike. He was very accommodating for small kids and took us to a couple different places to find as many sea shells as we wanted to pickup.
Response from Host, Aug 2023
Thank you very much for the review. I’m glad you enjoyed the trip.
Jennifer_E, Mar 2023
Mike took us to a nearby island with a great selection of shells. We had the beach to ourselves and had an hour to search at our leisure. On the way to the beach we saw two dolphins and a variety of birds. It was very enjoyable, scenic, and relaxed. And we were able to bring home beautiful shells as mementos of the trip.
Response from Host, Mar 2023
Thank you very much for the review. I’m glad you enjoyed the trip.
Tina_H, Jun 2022
Great time. Could have stayed all day. It was easy boat ride and things for all of us to do. Shells I have not seen elsewhere. We would do it again. Enjoyed having the boat all to ourselves.
Response from Host, Jun 2022
I’m glad you enjoyed it. Thank you very much for the review.
Julie_S, Feb 2022
Mike was so easy going and moved to a different spot for us and was very accommodating!
He stopped in spots to allow us to see dolphins!
Mike was awesome!
Response from Host, Feb 2022
Thank you very much for the review and relaxing afternoon. I hope to see you again, possibly on a fishing trip.
Richard_C, Dec 2021
Captain Mike was awesome! We snorkelers, looked for shells, relaxed in the beautiful water and our 2 hour trip felt like a full afternoon...Thank you Captain Mike!
Matthew_C, Jun 2021
Captian Mike was top notch! Would recommend to anyone. Had a great trip! We’re able to see dolphins while we were out there. Thanks!
Response from Host, Jun 2021
Thanks for the review. I’m glad the weather held for us. I hope to see you all again.
Sven_W, Apr 2024
Am meisten beeindruckt haben uns die Delphine während unserer Tour.
Es war ein unvergessliches Erlebniss für die ganze Familie.
Danke Mike
Response from Host, Apr 2024
Thank you very much. I’m glad you enjoyed the trip.
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