GOODLAND BOAT TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Captain Evan’s Private Shelling, Dolphin & Ten Thousand Islands Passage from Goodland
A private, guided boat tour out of Goodland and Marco Island that pairs shelling on secluded islands with near-shore dolphin encounters — useful for planning time, cost and capacity before you book.
Captain Evan’s Private Shelling, Dolphin & Ten Thousand Islands Passage from Goodland.
Set out from Goodland into the shallow, maze-like waterways south of Marco Island for a private, captain-led cruise through the Ten Thousand Islands. The trip pairs close-up wildlife viewing — dolphins are a regular sighting — with guided shelling excursions on secluded beaches, and is presented with local stories and island history by Captain Evan and the Sand Dollar Boat Tours crew.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Dolphins in the shallows
Dolphin viewing is a central draw of the trip: tours include dolphin excursions in the waters around Marco Island and the Ten Thousand Islands, where wildlife encounters are frequent.
Secluded shelling on islands
Guests are taken to secluded islands deep in the Ten Thousand Islands to hunt for prized seashells, places described as largely untouched and ideal for family shelling adventures.
Local stories and focused service
Led by Captain Evan and his experienced crew, the tours combine natural history, local lore and entertaining narration; the operator is recognized by regional resorts and media for quality boat tours.
What the day feels like
What the trip feels like
The tour unfolds as a relaxed, private cruise: you’ll depart the Goodland/Marco Island area aboard a Sand Dollar Boat, run a short distance south of Naples and Fort Myers into the Ten Thousand Islands, stop on quiet sandbars and keys for shelling, and spend time watching for dolphins and other coastal wildlife while the captain shares island history and stories.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this trip suits best
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Standard pricing and listed rates are for groups up to six people using the 6-person boats; the operator also has a 26-person boat for larger groups — call the operator to arrange larger bookings.
Private charter options are offered in 3-, 4- and 6-hour blocks with published starting rates for up to six people.
Tours are run by Sand Dollar Boat Tours and led by Captain Evan and his experienced crew, who narrate local history and natural highlights.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long are the tour options?
Tours are offered in 3-, 4- and 6-hour durations.
What does a private tour cost?
Published starting rates for up to six people are $650 for 3 hours, $800 for 4 hours, and $1,100 for 6 hours.
How many people fit on the boats?
The operator has 6-person boats (standard) and a 26-person boat for larger groups; rates listed are for up to six people and you should call to arrange larger groups.
What will we see and do on the trip?
Expect guided shelling on secluded islands in the Ten Thousand Islands, dolphin viewing, and narration about local wildlife and island history from Captain Evan.
Is this tour suitable for children or older guests?
Yes — the tour is advertised as suitable for all ages and is described as family-friendly.
Who operates the tour?
Sand Dollar Boat Tours operates these private shelling, dolphin and Ten Thousand Islands excursions, led by Captain Evan.