Shelling Tours
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Tours depart from Caxambas Park Marina, located at 909 Collier Ct, Marco Island. Utilizing this marina allows us to offer the shortest travel distance to over 95% of the secluded islands that hold the precious shells you seek. Shorter travel time means more shelling time!
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The park opens at 7am and there is a $10.00 parking fee. The receipt must be displayed on car dashboard. There are restroom facilities and a Ship Store for souvenir purchases. No showers at this park. Parking is extremely limited: Uber, Ride share or drop off is highly recommended if going out on a afternoon tour.
Our basic shelling tours are 4 hours long to allow you more time to shell with minimal time traveling.
It is important that you are in good physical condition to step off the boat and to board back on safely. We do have a step ladder and stool to make this possible. Captain Carlos is there to assist every guest. We also have a rear boarding ladder on the boat. If you have questions concerning this please feel free to contact us.
Nautical Life Shelling Tours generally stop at two secluded islands or sandbars and include a quick stop at the iconic dome homes of Cape Romano for a photo.
Private tours can be customized to include all your heart desires.
Nautical Life Shelling Tours offer both shared parties and private tours to meet your needs.
*See rates on each type of shelling trip offered below
You can also customize your own private shelling tour upon request.
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What to Bring for Your Shelling Experience
• Water shoes (sandals not recommended)
• Hat to offer you protection from the sun and mangrove branches
• Sunglasses for sun and eye protection mangrove branches.
• Environmentally safe sunscreen protection. No Spray Lotion.
• We carry cold water onboard to refill your water bottle.
What’s Included on the Tour
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• Water
• Approved BPA water bottle if needed and shell bag for you to keep.
• Shelling bucket for you to use on the tour.
• Hand rake
• Extender pickers for those who have might have challenges reaching for shells.
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We sell several sizes of rugged, insulated water bottles and cups
customized with our logo for sale upon request.
Shell Tour Pricing
4 Hour Shared Tour
$125.00 per person
Not including tax and gratuity.
Up to 6 guest on the boat.
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4 Hour Private Tour
$750.00 not including tax and gratuity.
Up to 6 guest on the boat.
Completely customized to your desires.
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6 Hour Private Tour
$960.00 not including tax and gratuity.
Up to 6 guest on the boat.
Completely customized to your desires.
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Cancellation Policy
7 days prior notice of the schedule tour for a full refund
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