Beach Island Shelling Cruise to Keewaydin Island Tour
Description
Enjoy a family favorite cruise aboard the Sweet Liberty, a 53' sailing catamaran, that can accommodate up to 44 passengers. Cruise along the Gordon River in Naples Bay and head out to Keewaydin Island, a 7-mile barrier island, with pristine white sandy beaches where you can shell and swim. Cruises are narrated to point out interesting sights along the way. Dolphin sightings are plentiful and fun for all ages. Pack your favorite drinks and snacks in a cooler, and don't forget to take some pictures! We've been cruising the Naples Waterways since 1991 and are family-owned and operated. On all of our cruises guests are welcome to bring small coolers with food and beverages. Alcoholic beverages permitted. Please note this is not a private boat tour, this is a group tour with others onboard. Boarding time is 15 munutes prior to scheduled departure time. You must arrive early to check in at the boat.
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Itinerary
Board the Sweet Liberty, a 53-foot sailing catamaran, for a relaxed three-hour beach island shelling cruise departing from Naples. Enjoy sailing through the Gulf or backwaters, watch for marine life along the route, and spend an hour on the white sands of Keewaydin Island searching for shells. The cruise blends gentle sailing, wildlife spotting and beach time for a memorable outing on pristine Southwest Florida waters.
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(87)
Super nice staff, loved the fun facts captain was giving along the way. We had very nice and relaxing trip. Would highly
We had a great time. Beautiful boat and wonderful crew. Would do this again when we return to Naples.
Excellent excursion for a morning. Easy parking at the marina (at least in summer), clean boat, great narration and welcome by the Captain. How you use your time on the island is up to you; but just over an hour should allow you shelling a’plenty and a dip in the ocean to cool off. This was my first time “shelling” so I found lots of wonderful ones to take home. There were a few pros amongst us - those that know how and where to look - and they were generous with their secrets. Definitely bring sunscreen, water, towel and snacks. They give you a large baggie for collection, but bring your own too. If you are a tourist like me, you will not feel touristy doing this. Top notch, absolutely relaxing and beautiful excursion. Go with Sweet Liberty!!
Awesome experience, just the right amount of time!
The trip was so relaxing, and the captain was entertaining. Cruising through some of the most beautiful mansions in Port Royal, and learning a little of the history behind them before entering the gulf. The shelling was peaceful there was very few people on the island around us. We really enjoyed this trip and 3 hours flew bye!
Pleasant and relaxing, the crew was great! Time went fast, perfect half day! The boat was impressive and comfortable.
Trip made our vacation special
We booked the sightseeing and shelling trip and it was an amazing experience. Captain Fran and Molly were very hospitable and made sure everyone had an enjoyable experience. Our family of 5 included adults and kids and everyone had a great time. Plus this trip was way less expensive than other similar trips. Highly recommend!
The 3 hour island tour was awesome! There were 7 of us. 5 adults and 2 children. Ages 4 and 6. Parking was easy. The boat was so fun and the island was beautiful. We were able to find a lot of shells and do some snorkeling. We brought snacks, drinks and our own snorkeling gear. There are spots in the boat with tables to get out of the sun. Very enjoyable and would definitely recommend.
The cruise was awesome. The captain and crew were very accommodating- especially with the children on board. The boat is very comfortable and clean. Will definitely book again. The value is well worth the price.
