• Ten Thousand Islands NWR - The boat tour will navigate through the 10,000 Island National Wildlife Refuge, offering a chance to observe wild Atlantic Bottlenose Dolphins.
• Marco Island - The boat tour will set sail from Marco Island, exploring several stunning sightseeing spots around the area.
• Cape Romano - Known as the “Second Chance” shell bar or “Shell Island,” located south of Cape Romano (near the former site of the Dome House). It is seasonally closed for bird nesting from March through August.
• Kice Island - Referred to as “the sheller’s island,” Kice Island is renowned as the premier shelling destination in Florida, accessible only by boat!

• Complementary Shelling Bags
• Cooler with Ice

• On-board restrooms
• Food (Yes, you can bring your own food!)
• Drinks (BYOB - please, no red wine!)

The Sunrise & Shine Shelling Boat Tour offers an ideal start to your day, blending the serenity of a morning cruise with exclusive access to prime shelling locations before the crowds arrive. As the sun rises over the Ten Thousand Islands, enjoy a tranquil and scenic boat journey to remote barrier islands, where you can be the first to collect freshly washed-up seashells.

Early Bird Shelling Advantage
Arrive ahead of others to gather rare and pristine shells, such as sand dollars, lightning whelks, alphabet cones, and the elusive Junonia.

Secluded Shelling Locations
Explore Caxambas Pass, Kice Island, or “Second Chance” Shell Island, where the tides deliver the finest shelling treasures.

Local Tips & Eco-Education
Gain insights into expert shelling techniques, island history, and fascinating marine life facts from an experienced captain.

The tour lasts 4 hours and departs from our private commercial docks at 220 Goodland Dr (across the street from Stan’s Idle Hour) at 6:45 am daily.

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