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*Discover the Magic of Shelling with Treasure Seekers Shell Tours - An Unforgettable Adventure in Marco Island, Florida*
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Duration
Four Hours
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About your Tour:
Unleash Your Inner Explorer with Treasure Seekers Shell Tours. Experience the thrill of discovery as you embark on an unforgettable shelling adventure with Treasure Seekers Shell Tours. Our expert guides will help unleash your inner explorer, guiding you to the most extraordinary shells and marine life. Join us for a truly immersive and educational experience.
Why choose Treasure Seekers Shell Tours?
1. Unrivaled Expertise:
Our knowledgeable guides possess a deep understanding of the local ecosystem and its diverse marine life. They'll provide fascinating insights into the various species of shells and their habitats, making your tour a truly enriching experience.
2. Abundant Shelling Opportunities:
With access to some of the most coveted shelling spots, Treasure Seekers Shell Tours ensures you'll discover an array of rare and beautiful seashells. From delicate sand dollars to intricate conch shells, you'll have the chance to collect nature's unique treasures.
3. Eco-Friendly Practices:
At Treasure Seekers Shell Tours, we are committed to preserving the delicate coastal ecosystem. Our tours follow sustainable practices that prioritize the well-being of the environment. We promote responsible shell collecting and educate participants on the importance of preserving marine habitats.
4. Unforgettable Memories:
Beyond the thrill of discovering stunning seashells, our tours create lasting memories. Picture yourself basking in the golden hues of a breathtaking sunset, the sound of crashing waves filling the air, and the joy of finding that one elusive shell you've been seeking. Treasure Seekers Shell Tours ensures an experience that will be etched in your heart forever.
Join us on a shelling adventure like no other. Book your Treasure Seekers Shell Tour today and unlock the secrets of the seashore. Get ready to connect with nature, indulge your curiosity, and create memories that will stay with you long after the tour ends.
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What to Expect
We can’t wait to host you on a Treasure Seekers tour! Our tours are unique experiences that truly showcase Southwest Florida’s natural beauty. In preparing for your tour, please review the information below to provide a better understanding of what to expect and how to prepare for your trip.
1. Parking
**Morning Tours:** (6:30 AM to 12:30 PM)
Arrival Times and Departure Times
6:45 am Tours arrive at 6:15 am for shuttle, departs 6:30 am
7:00 am Tours arrive 6:30 am for shuttle, departs 6:45 am
7:30 am Tours arrive 7:00 am for shuttle, departs 7:15 am
8:00 am Tours arrive 7:30 am for for shuttle, departs 7:45 am
12:30 pm tours arrive by noon for shuttle, departs 12:15 pm
Any other am tours call for instructions. All tours in the morning are delivered and picked up at end of tour and returns to our office
Please arrive at 1845 San Marco Road (Engle Dentistry Building), Marco Island, FL 34145, where you'll be shuttled to the boat ramp.
- Shuttles operate daily for the 6:45 am to 12:30 pm Tours
- Upon your return, our complimentary shuttle will be ready to transport you back to your vehicle.
- Shuttle service is free.
**Afternoon Tours:** (1:00 PM until Sunset)
For tours departing after 12:45 pm, head directly to Goodland Boat Park at 750 Palm Point Dr. Goodland, FL
- There is a $10 parking fee that must be paid by credit card only.
- Place your receipt in clear view on your dashboard.
- If you have a Collier County Beach Permit, you do not need to pay for parking.
- Do not park in a spot marked "Trailered Vehicles Only."
- Overflow parking is available nearby along the roadside.
- Uber, Lyft, or ride-sharing is highly recommended for afternoon tours.
2. Restroom Facilities
Our 25-foot Sea Pro boats include a flushable toilet onboard. We recommend using the restroom at the boat park facility before departure to the islands.
3. Comfortable Boat Ride
Treasure Seekers is invested in our guests' comfort and safety, providing a smooth ride to make it your best day ever. Our 25-foot center console boats feature contemporary, comfortable seating for up to six guests per boat, slip-resistant decking, an onboard bathroom, and a large cooler for refreshments (we provide ice, water, and iced tea for all trips). Operated by licensed captains and guides trained in CPR/First Aid, our boats offer easy access to barrier islands through shallow waters without compromising safety or style! Our experienced captains strive to provide not only a safe but comfortable ride through the Ten Thousand Islands waterways. It'll take about 15-20 minutes to reach the best shelling spots.
4. Boarding Process
All of our islands are only accessible by boat and are uninhabited. This means that on the islands there are no docks and boarding may take place on the sand or in the water. While it is uncommon, be prepared to get up to your waist in the water if necessary. Our tour requires you to be active and mobile. Guests will need to be able to get on and off a boat unassisted using a ladder.
5. Active island adventures
Our knowledgeable guides travel with you on and off the boat to show you the best shelling spots. Shelling tours involve walking on uneven sandy ground, around tree stumps, and through mud throughout the tour. Expect to walk a distance of at least one mile in such conditions. If you have difficulty walking or have a physical disability, please consult our office before your tour date, so we can make appropriate accommodations.
Visit our online store to add mesh shell bags or logo buckets to your tour! Purchase the bags in advance of your tour and we’ll have them ready for you when you board your boat. Additional recommendations include:
- Sand Dipper: Easily scoop shells from the sand without bending
- Bug spray
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Price Includes
- Guided tour by knowledgeable crew
- Comfortable boat ride with restroom facilities available upon request
- Bottled water and tea
What to Bring
- Credit Card to pay for parking
- Water and tea are provided complimentary by our crew but you are welcome to bring your own beverages
- Shelling Bag or Bucket (logo bag/bucket available for purchase)
- Water shoes (sandals and flip-flops not recommended)
- Hat to offer you protection from the sun and mangrove branches
- Sunglasses for sun and eye protection from mangrove branches
- Environmentally safe sunscreen protection. No spray Lotion
- Polarized sunglasses
- Waterproof phone case
- Jacket/sweatshirt/towel (In the winter months the boat ride may be chilly)
- Snacks
Gratuity
Gratuity is not included in your booking fee. Please bring cash to tip your crew.
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Booking Notes
## Welcome to Treasure Seekers Shell Tours!
## Sign Your Waiver — Required
Every guest must complete a waiver at least 24 hours before departure.
- Use the waiver link included with your reservation. The link is connected to your booking.
- If you're booking for a group, please forward the waiver link to everyone in your party so each adult can complete their own waiver.
- A parent or legal guardian must complete the waiver for each child.
- After signing, you'll receive a PDF copy by email.
Please make sure children's ages are entered correctly. We use the information provided on the waivers to make sure the proper child-size U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jackets are onboard. Children age 6 and under are required to wear a life jacket while the boat is underway.
Guests with incomplete waivers cannot participate in the tour. Failure to complete required waivers may result in cancellation of the affected guest's reservation without a refund.
## Tips for Your Adventure
- **Arrive early:** Please arrive 15-20 minutes before your scheduled departure time to allow time for parking and check-in. Departure times are final, and the crew cannot wait for late guests.
## Parking 🅿️
**Step 1 – Drive to Goodland Boat Park**
- Address: **750 Palm Point Dr., Goodland, FL**
**Step 2 – Pay to Park (managed by Collier County)**
- Pay by scanning the QR code on the posted signs, texting the number on the sign, or visiting http://t2p.mobi
- **Payment methods:** Credit card or mobile payment app only (**cash is not accepted**)
- **All-day parking:** Once paid, you may park all day at any Collier County beach or marina with the same pass
- **Free parking:** Collier County Beach Parking Permit holders park free
- **No ticket needed:** Your license plate is registered electronically
- **Trailer spaces:** Spaces marked "Trailer Parking Only – Weekends and Holidays" may be used by regular vehicles Monday to Friday, except holidays. On weekends and holidays they may not. Always follow the posted sign.
- **Overflow parking (free):** If the main lot is full, turn immediately left onto the dirt road at the gate on the way out. Park diagonally on the right side, against the shrubs and fence. Please don't block the road, the gate or other vehicles.
- **Afternoon tours:** Uber, Lyft or another ride-share is recommended, as parking is busier
- **Help:** For parking issues, contact Collier County Parks & Recreation at (239) 252-4000
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## Restroom Facilities 🚻
- Our main boats have a private, flushable marine restroom. Some Self-Guided trips use a smaller boat that may not have one, so we recommend using the restroom at the boat park before departure.
## Meeting Point Protocol
- Our crew will meet you at the flagpole for departure
- For safety, please don't come down the dock without a crew member, as the boating facility can be very busy
## What to Bring 🎒
- Snacks or food, especially on longer trips. The islands have no stores or restaurants.
- Mesh shell bag or bucket. Grocery bags and Ziploc-style bags are not recommended. You can order shell bags, buckets and water shoes from our online shop and we'll have them ready on the boat.
- Secure water shoes (strongly recommended). The islands have sharp shells, uneven shell beds, soft sand or muck, shallow water and mangrove roots.
- Polarized sunglasses
- **Bug spray is essential for every tour**. The islands are natural and are not treated for insects. Mosquitoes and no-see-ums can be especially bad before sunrise and around sunset.
- Hat
- Reef-safe lotion sunscreen
- Light jacket, sweatshirt or towel in cooler months. The boat ride can feel colder than on land.
- Waterproof phone case
- A card for County parking
- Complimentary ice, water and iced tea are provided onboard. You're welcome to bring your own drinks.
- **Gratuity is not included in your booking.** If you enjoyed your experience, 18-20% is customary for your Captain and crew. Cash is preferred.
## What to Expect 🚤
- **Comfortable boat ride:** Our experienced captains prioritize your safety and comfort navigating the Ten Thousand Islands. Travel to the best shelling spots takes about 15–20 minutes. Seating is shaded, but expect plenty of sun.
- **Boarding:** We usually board from a floating dock, using a step stool. The islands are uninhabited and have no docks, so you'll sit on the side of the boat, step onto a two-step stool, and step down into sand or shallow water. Your legs will get wet, and occasionally the water is deeper.
- **Active island adventures:** Explore the best shelling spots with knowledgeable guides. Expect uneven sand, shell beds, soft sand or muck, shallow water, and mangrove roots or stumps. Tours can involve walking about a mile in these conditions.
- **Please contact our office before your tour** if anyone in your group has limited mobility, uses a wheelchair or mobility device, is pregnant, has a medical condition affecting boarding or walking, or weighs over 250 lb, so we can plan seating and boarding.
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## Policies: Important Notes, Weather, Cancellation, Tour Change & Late Policies
### Important Notes ⚠️
- **No smoking** in the Ten Thousand Islands National Wildlife Refuge
### Weather
- We do not cancel for rain showers alone, so come prepared to get wet. The crew can store non-waterproof gear in the boat's dry storage.
- We do not run tours during storms with lightning. A tour may be delayed, rescheduled or cancelled if lightning is nearby.
- The Captain may delay, change the route, reschedule or cancel for safety. We'll notify you as soon as possible.
- **If we cancel for weather:** We'll do our best to reschedule, or give a full refund if rescheduling is not possible.
- **If a tour is cut short by weather:** Less than halfway completed, partial refund. More than halfway completed, no refund.
### Cancellation Policy ⚠️
- **7 days (168 hours) or more before departure:** Full refund
- **Less than 7 days before departure:** Non-refundable
- **Trip Protection:** Optional. Costs 15% of the total booking and must be added at the time of booking. Allows a full refund if you cancel up to 48 hours before departure. Within 48 hours, no refund.
- **No-show:** No refund
### Tour Change Policy
- **More than 7 days before departure:** Date or time changes may be requested at no fee, subject to availability
- **Within 7 days:** $50 change fee per guest, subject to availability
- **Same-day changes:** Not accommodated
- **Price changes:** New pricing may apply when you rebook
- **If Treasure Seekers asks you to move** to another departure, no change fee applies
### Late Policy
- **Prompt departure:** Boats depart on time
- **Arrival time:** Arrive 15-20 minutes before departure
- **Tardiness:** Boats may depart without you; no refund
- **Rescheduling:** Sometimes possible depending on circumstances and availability, but not guaranteed.
