Sailing & Shelling

Set sail aboard one of our two spacious six-passenger catamarans as a USCG captain escorts you on an unforgettable journey along the shimmering Gulf of Mexico.

Sun-Thurs: 9 am and 1:30 pm

Fri & Sat: 9 am, 9:30 am, 1:30 pm, 2 pm  

Up to 6 people at a time, suitable for ages 5 and up, by reservation only.

Capture the beauty of your family with professional family photos by Photography Concierge during your beach vacation. It's a great way to preserve memories that will last a lifetime.

Sessions are available in the early morning or late afternoon for the best lighting. By reservation only.

As you skim near the mysterious mangrove forests, be thrilled by eco-sensitive encounters with dolphins, manatees, native birds, and other diverse wildlife residing in the mangroves.

Daily: Tours depart at 10 am and 12:30 pm 

Fly solo or go with a friend (side-by-side tandem flights) while hovering over the Gulf of Mexico looking for sealife. The tour leaves directly from the resort beach.

Daily: Tours depart at 10:30 am, 11:45 am, 

1:30 pm, and 2:45 pm  

Zoom across the waves of the Gulf of Mexico aboard our inflatable banana boat. A fun, exciting, and safe experience for the whole family!

Daily: Tours depart every 30 minutes from 

11 am - 3:30 pm

Up to 6 people at a time, suitable for ages 5 and up.

You’ll see abundant tropical wildlife such as dolphins, manatees, bald eagles, fish, and shorebirds. Our onboard naturalist will answer questions about the unique history and ecosystem of Southwest Florida.

Sat, Sun, Tues, Thurs: Tour departs at 10 am 

Experience an authentic airboat for an exciting ride through the backwaters of the Gulf, including mangrove tunnels and old Indian trails. The experienced airboat captains will wind through the rugged Ten Thousand Islands, revealing the hiding spots of alligators, manatees, and other local inhabitants.

Daily: The morning tour departs at 8:30 am from the San Marco entrance (next to the coffee shop) at the bottom of the escalators. By reservation only. 

To reserve please select, the 'Half Day Everglades Excursion - Marco Island' tour, exclusive for guests at JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort.