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Marco Island

Marco Island: Wildlife & Stunning Beaches

Marco Island, known for its warm beaches and abundant wildlife, is the largest of the Ten Thousand Islands.
Offering diverse natural habitats, thrilling outdoor activities and picturesque waterfront restaurants, this island community is brimming with local treasures. Catch your dinner on the coast, or spend the day golfing at one of many pro-designed courses. Or, of course, there's always 6 miles of soft, sandy beaches to enjoy, with some of the best shelling you’ll find anywhere.

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Discover the cities and towns of Florida’s Paradise Coast using our interactive map of the area. From the Gulf coast to the Everglades, you’ll find a world of one-of-a-kind experiences.
Naples
Stroll leisurely through the palm-lined streets of Fifth Avenue South and Third Street South and you’ll encounter inviting art galleries, cafes and boutiques. Just steps from this historic downtown is Naples Beach, featuring the iconic Naples Pier where you can watch marine life frolick amidst the waves and witness one of the greatest Gulf sunsets the coast has to offer.
Marco Island
Offering diverse natural habitats, thrilling outdoor activities and picturesque waterfront restaurants, this island community is brimming with local treasures. Catch your dinner on the coast, or spend the day golfing at one of many pro-designed courses. Or, of course, there's always 6 miles of soft, sandy beaches to enjoy, with some of the best shelling you’ll find anywhere.
Everglades City
Aside from the renowned Everglades National Park, the area boasts various preserves such as the Ten Thousand Islands National Wildlife Refuge, Big Cypress National Preserve, and more. Known as the "Stone Crab Capital of the World," visitors can savor the delicious claws of this crustacean at rustic seafood eateries during stone crab season, running from October 15 to May 1.
Immokalee
As the largest inland community in Collier County, it has a thriving agriculture industry, producing a significant amount of the nation's fresh produce. Immokalee's walkable downtown features authentic Mexican restaurants and local shops as well as First Street Zocalo, a half-acre park with benches and shaded areas. Anglers will enjoy first-class fishing at Lake Trafford, with largemouth bass, black crappie and bluegill waiting to be caught.
Ave Maria
Home to Ave Maria University, this master-planned community features a mix of restaurants, shops and services, as well as signature events such as the Winter Festival in January, Blues Brews & BBQ Festival in February and the Margarita & Taco Festival in March. From trolley tours to arts and craft festivals and seasonal farmers markets, there's plenty to discover in Ave Maria.

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Avi's Watersports
Tour the Ten Thousand Islands on a Jet Ski with tour guide Avi, the "dolphin whisperer." Receive a flash drive of photo memories after your tour.
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Backwater Adventure
This is an interactive adventure which seeks wildlife, sea life, adventure and beauty. Not your everyday guided tour at all because you are driving…
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Black Pearl Pirate Tours
Come aboard the Black Pearl Pirate Ship for Marco Island's newest attraction! Join the fun on the Gulf of Mexico and let your inner pirate out with…
Birding | Outdoors | Shelling Activities | Tours By Water | Sightseeing | Snorkeling & Scuba Diving
Calusa Spirit Shelling & Dolphin Watch Cruise
Calusa Spirit, our comfortable 45 ft catamaran, departs directly from Marco Island beachfront and glides smoothly across the Gulf into the 10,000…
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Captain Party Hard
What is fun on Marco Island? Boating like a local! It's no surprise that the locals love to get on the water in more ways than one. Marco Island is a…
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Dolphin Explorer
Join our dolphin research team and get to know the local dolphins on our Marco Island dolphin cruise – both fun and educational! Launched February 1,…
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Dreamlander Tours
Small boat tours for dolphin watching, shelling, fishing and exploring the Ten Thousand Islands waters around Marco Island. We also offer a guided…
Bait & Tackle Shops | Outdoors | Fishing Guides & Charters | Kayaking & Canoeing | Shelling Activities | Tours By Water | Sightseeing
Florida Adventures and Rentals
Florida Adventures and Rentals is a family owned company passionate about sharing the best adventures Marco Island has to offer. We believe that…
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Hemingway Water Shuttle
At Hemingway Water Shuttle, we provide a safe, fast, and fun water transportation service. We are based out of Marco Island and have daily routes to…
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Key West Express
READY FOR SOME FUN? Chill Out, Relax, Enjoy and Explore the vacation spot of pirates, poets, presidents & partygoers - Key West.  Travel aboard the…
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Marco Island Eco Tours
Take a 2.5 hour guided tour through the 10,000 islands on your own 2-seater boat! We provide quality eco tours through the backwaters of the unique…
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Marco Island Ski & Watersports
  SWFL's premier water adventure provider since 1981   •10,000 Islands Guided Waverunner Tours • Waverunner Rentals • Parasailing Adventures • Calusa…

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