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Kice Island Shelling Trip: Discover Unique Shells
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67 Ratings
Marco Island
Embark on a 4-hour Kice Island shelling tour from Marco Island’s Goodland Boat Park. Discover the diverse ecosystem, learn about sea snails and bivalves, and collect amazing shells.
Embark on a 4-hour Kice Island shelling tour from Marco Island’s Goodland Boat Park. Discover the diverse ecosystem, learn about sea snails and bivalves, and collect amazing shells.
Duration:
3 hours, 15 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Goodland Boating Park - Depart from the Goodland Boat Park, 750 Palm Point Dr., Goodland, FL 34140, and cruise through the Ten Thousand Islands.\nOn the way Pass by Neal Key, Ramsey Key, and Little Tide Key. Keep your eyes peeled to observe the wildlife that\nLive south of Marco Island and the Ten Thousand Islands.\nStop at Dickman’s Island and…
- Goodland Boating Park - Depart from the Goodland Boat Park, 750 Palm Point Dr., Goodland, FL 34140, and cruise through the Ten Thousand Islands.\nOn the way Pass by Neal Key, Ramsey Key, and Little Tide Key. Keep your eyes peeled to observe the wildlife that\nLive south of Marco Island and the Ten Thousand Islands.\nStop at Dickman’s Island and Sandbars. ( About 1 and 1/2 hours). Walk at the beach and collect shells. This is a great spot to find beautiful sea treasures.\n- Kice Island - Walk the shore line and collect shells. You will access this island on the north side and you will be able to explore the shoreline to find unique shells that wash up on the beach.
What's Included
- Bottled water
- Shell Guide
- Fully Shaded Boat, ample seats
- Complimentary Shelling Bags
- Cooler Full with Ice
- Bottled water
- Shell Guide
- Fully Shaded Boat, ample seats
- Complimentary Shelling Bags
- Cooler Full with Ice
What's Not Included
- $10 Parking Fee
- Lunch
- $10 Parking Fee
- Lunch
Additional Information
Join the 4-Hour Kice Island Shelling Trip, departing from Goodland Boat Park. Situated at the northern end of the Ten Thousand Islands, Marco Island is encircled by secluded beaches that can only be reached by boat—ideal for discovering a stunning array of shells.
Expert captains and guides will take participants to prime shelling locations and impart…
Join the 4-Hour Kice Island Shelling Trip, departing from Goodland Boat Park. Situated at the northern end of the Ten Thousand Islands, Marco Island is encircled by secluded beaches that can only be reached by boat—ideal for discovering a stunning array of shells.
Expert captains and guides will take participants to prime shelling locations and impart their vast knowledge about each shell encountered. Learn about the creatures that once lived in these shells—their habits, diets, and how they adapt to the tidal environment.
This tour is solely focused on shelling. Besides collecting unique shells, participants will gain a deeper insight into the local ecosystem and the crucial role these marine creatures play. Whether a novice beachcomber or an experienced collector, this adventure offers both education and excitement in a unique setting.
Location
750 Palm Point Dr
Palm Point Drive
$10 parking fee per vehicle. Parking is very limited, so ensure you ARRIVE 30 MINUTES PRIOR TO DEPARTURE for parking assistance and checkin. If running late you may be subject to reschedule or cancellation, no refunds. Meet at the shaded pavilion for checkin.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(67 Ratings)
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Rochellec888
Jul 7, 2025
Loved Florida Adventures and Rentals! Great day and wonderful guide! So knowledgeable and helpful! - Colleen was so knowledgeable and helpful. I haven’t had such a wonderful tour guide before.highly recommend for your Kice Shelling Adventure. 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
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Traciec29
Jul 2, 2025
We saw nature showing off! - This was the most wonderful excursion. Captain Colleen is so knowledgeable and taught us so much - from local history to biology. We had a beautifully curated experience, found amazing shells, watched dolphins play and hunt, and made precious family memories with our teenager and young adult children. I would go on this excursion with Captain Colleen time and time again. 10/10!! See you next year!
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Julie
Jun 25, 2025
Amazing - Amazing trip out to Dickmans Island which is absolutely beautiful, went on to Kice and another stop found some beautiful shells. Marco our captain was great knew lots about the area’s history and wildlife , very friendly, went out of his way to make sure we saw dolphins and manatee during our trip, would definitely recommend and would book again on any future trips
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Chrishf6529zd
Jun 17, 2025
Beautiful Shells a Plenty! - My friend and I booked at the last minute and were thrilled with the experience. Captain Colleen was highly qualified, both Coast Guard certified and a knowledge naturalist. She helped us find and identify all the beautiful seashells we could want and the birds flying and nesting as we travelled.
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Monte_l
Jun 12, 2025
Kice Island shelling Tour - Great time! Captian Coleen was EXTREAMLY knowledgeable. Great guide. I feel like I got my money's worth and more!
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684darcyd
Jun 11, 2025
The Best Of All Aspects - We have taken a few tours and, even though the others were a great deal of fun, this was, BY FAR, the best tour we have taken. It was listed as a shelling tour, but we found birds and wildlife in abundance, all of which were identified by Captain Marco. Truly a bonus for us. His expertise and knowledge of the animals was vast, indeed. He walked the beaches with us and looked in places we didn't for shells. This was not the case with many other tours that were on beaches with us, where the captain would stay and sit on the boat. He was able to identify dolphins by name using body characteristics and markings. Spotted large conch shells from the boat while driving and the final resting place of the largest loggerhead turtle we had ever seen. We highly recommend using Florida Adventures and Rentals, and try to get Captain Marco to lead your adventure.
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Mightyfive
May 8, 2025
A memorable Shelling Trip - An Amazing adventure of beauty and shell hunting! The two captains that took us out didn’t make us feel like it’s another job and bored tour guides! They had heart and passion for the Ocean and 10,000 islands and professional and real! The price was a little high I felt- for only a 4.5 hour journey. But if you’re looking for shell hunting and a unique experience! Go!
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Bunnynana
Apr 26, 2025
AH-MAZING TOUR!!! - Colleen was our guide and she went above and beyond to ensure our family had a phenomenal tour which included peak shelling with ample time to find gorgeous shells on two islands, including welks, murex, fighting conchs, paperfigs, spiny jewelbox, and a piece of the coveted rare junonia shell! Colleen was so knowledgeable about the marine life, sea birds and history of the Marco Island area, and was able to name many of the dolphins we saw along the way- it was just magical! The boat was clean and comfortable, and Colleen was a skilled captain, providing a smooth and fun ride throughout the 10000 Island estuary. Her experience as a manatee researcher shone through as she told us all the fun facts about them when we stopped at a seagrass bed on the way back to watch a young calf. It was a wonder-filled, spectacular tour and we will gladly do it again and again- we highly recommend!
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Katrina_s
Apr 22, 2025
4 Hour Kice Island Shelling Tour - Highlight of our trip! Captain Marco is full of knowledge of the area and answers to all our questions. So many shells and beautiful views to take in. Love that we left early morning to see the sunrise and were able to take our time on the islands. Captain Marco shared so many stories and facts. We love learning about the 10,000 Islands and how they have changed. We highly recommend this on your “things to do” while visiting!
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926drewe
Apr 17, 2025
Captian Marco and Florida Adventures!! - For my wife’s birthday, we decided to do a shelling tour after reading many reviews we decided on Florida adventures . We weren’t sure, but we’re hoping to get Captain Marco due to the good reviews and the reviews paid off! We had a great time! from the initial departure to the end of tour was an awesome experience! Marco our captain was extremely knowledgeable of the area and the eco system. We learned so much from him during the tour. Not only that he had a great sense of humor! Marco was very helpful though out the tour, not only that, he timed our visits so we could have the best chances finding shells. After the shell seeking he found dolphins and got them to chase the boat allowing us to get some incredible pictures of the dolphins, jumping the waves he also found a manatee and taught us how they swim and leave telltale signs in the water knowing they’re there. Not only was Marco a great captain, He is a very caring individual picking up trash from the islands and disposing of that garbage properly! My wife and I would highly recommend Florida adventures and captain Marco for an awesome experience!
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