Nature and Wildlife Tours in Fort Myers at a glance
- Our pick: Big Hickory Island Kayaking: Premium Crescent Fleet, US$ 65 per person (2h, 4.95★ · 519).
- Best value: Fort Myers: Big Hickory Pass Kayak Tour & Mangrove Paddling, US$ 60 per person (2h–2h 30m, 4.92★ · 607).
- Private option: Private dolphin tour Mexico: San Carlos Bay and Sanibel Island, US$ 161 per person (4h, 5.00★ · 15).
Price per person across the 12 options priced per person: US$ 60–US$ 250 (median US$ 70). With 100+ reviews: 11 of 17.
Of the 17 options: 16 with live guides in English, 17 with free cancellation, 16 with instant confirmation, 1 with hotel pickup, 10 kid-friendly, 5 private and 12 bookable last-minute.
How we rank: quality, number of reviews, availability, booking conditions and relevance to the topic. In the comparison table, our top 3 comes first. Prices are per person, except options priced per group: that price is for the whole group, and the per-person figure assumes the group is full.
Nature and Wildlife Tours in Fort Myers
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17 options
The 15 best
Ranked by quality, reviews, availability and booking conditions.
Big Hickory Island Kayaking: Premium Crescent Fleet Paddle through Big Hickory Island's mangrove tunnels and reach a secluded beach by kayak with an expert guide, new equipment and complimentary water. Every day · 08:30, 10:30 and 13:30 · From age 3 ★ 4.95 (519 reviews) Duration: 2h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 65 per person
Fort Myers: Big Hickory Pass Kayak Tour & Mangrove Paddling Paddle through mangrove tunnels in Estero Bay near Fort Myers. 2.5-hour guided kayak tour with wildlife viewing, beach stop, and all gear included. Small groups, dogs welcome. Every day · 08:00, 10:30 and 13:00 · From age 3 ★ 4.92 (607 reviews) Duration: 2h–2h 30m Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 60 per person
Kayaking Bunche Beach: Mangrove tunnels & wildlife Paddle through mangrove tunnels at Bunche Beach with a guide, kayak and lifejacket included. Watch for dolphins, manatees. Every day · 10:00 and 13:00 · From age 4 ★ 4.85 (245 reviews) Duration: 2h 30m–3h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 70 per person
Sunset Dolphin Cruise Fort Myers Beach: Sanibel Lighthouse Views Cruise the back waters of Fort Myers Beach for 90 minutes spotting dolphins, manatees and birds, with complimentary drinks and views of the Sanibel Lighthouse at sunset. Every day · 16:15, 16:30 and 16:45 · All ages ★ 4.78 (474 reviews) Duration: 1h 30m Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 70 per person
Fort Myers Beach: Dolphin & Shelling Cruise with Naturalist Dolphin and shelling cruise from Fort Myers Beach with naturalist guide. Three hours in Estero Bay and Gulf waters. Wheelchair accessible. Every day except Saturday · 09:00 and 15:00 · All ages ★ 4.93 (194 reviews) Duration: 3h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 75 per person
Fort Myers: Dolphin & Manatee Sailing Tour with Soda & Water Daytime sailing from Fort Myers Beach with dolphin and manatee sightings. Includes soda and bottled water. Mid-morning or afternoon departures. Thu–Sun · 12:45 and 13:00 · All ages ★ 4.79 (277 reviews) Duration: 2h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 70 per person
Fort Myers Beach Sunset Cruise: Dolphins and Gulf Views Sunset cruise on Fort Myers Beach with soda, water and restroom on board: watch for dolphins in calm coastal waters while the Sanibel Lighthouse comes into view. Every day · 16:15, 16:30 and 16:45 · All ages ★ 4.90 (321 reviews) Duration: 1h 30m Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 70 per person
Fort Myers Beach: Dolphin Sightseeing Tour with Refreshments Dolphin watching tour from Moss Marina on a Tiki catamaran through Fort Myers Beach back bay waters. Max 16 passengers, soda and water included. Every day · 12:00, 14:00 and 16:00 · All ages ★ 4.77 (317 reviews) Duration: 1h 30m Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 65 per person
Dolphin Wildlife Cruise Fort Myers Estero Bay Tour Spot dolphins and manatees on a 90-minute Estero Bay wildlife cruise with a naturalist. Small groups, restroom, wheelchair accessible. Every day except Saturday · 13:00 · All ages ★ 4.88 (103 reviews) Duration: 1h 30m Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 64 per person
Fort Myers: Don Pedro Island Kayak & Mangrove Eco Tour Kayak Don Pedro Island from Fort Myers with certified naturalist guide. Explore mangroves, spot dolphins and manatees, seagrass flats. Includes kayak, safety gear, 2-3 hours. Every day · 09:30 and 12:30 · From age 18 ★ 4.93 (166 reviews) Duration: 2h–2h 30m Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 85 per person
Everglades Day Safari: Airboat, Big Cypress, manatees Full-day Everglades tour from Fort Myers featuring an airboat ride through Western Everglades, wildlife drive in Big Cypress National Preserve. Every day · 07:30 · Pickup available · From age 6 ★ 4.76 (355 reviews) Duration: 9h 30m Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 250 per person
Dolphin Tours Fort Myers Beach: Gulf of Mexico Wildlife Two-hour boat tour through Estero Bay and the Gulf of Mexico with a live guide searching for dolphins, manatees and sea turtles in their natural habitat. Mon–Fri · 08:00, 09:00, 10:00, 12:00 and 13:00 ★ 4.99 (86 reviews) Duration: 2h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 350 per group
Private dolphin tour Mexico: San Carlos Bay and Sanibel Island Private boat tour in Mexico with a Coast Guard captain and first mate, cruising mangroves to San Carlos Bay to watch dolphins. Mon–Sat · No fixed time · All ages ★ 5.00 (15 reviews) Duration: 4h Live guide: EN · DE ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 161 per person
Southwest Florida Snorkeling: Private Eco Boat with Captain Private 4-hour snorkel charter in Southwest Florida's shallow waters and grass flats with Captain Jenni. Spot wildlife, collect shells, and explore with sanitized equipment. Every day · 08:30 and 13:00 ★ 5.00 (25 reviews) Duration: 4h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 800 per group
Private Dolphin Tour Fort Myers: 7-person boat with captain Private dolphin tour for groups up to seven from Fort Myers Beach on a spacious boat with onboard bathroom, led by a captain who knows the local waters and wildlife. Every day · No fixed time ★ 5.00 (3 reviews) Duration: 2h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 550 per group
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Estero Bay Jet Ski Dolphin Tour: 1.5 Hours on Your Own Sea-Doo Ride your own Sea-Doo through Estero Bay's protected waters searching for wild dolphins, manatees and sea turtles near Fort Myers Beach. Every day · 09:00 and 11:00 ★ 5.00 (3 reviews) Duration: 2h ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 250 per group
Cayo Costa shelling tour from Fort Myers: 6 hours with dolphins Boat tour from Fort Myers to Cayo Costa State Park with shelling, beach time and wildlife viewing. Dolphins. Every day · No fixed time ★ 5.00 (1 review) Duration: 4h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 725 per group
The top 12 of 17 options, side by side
✓ 2026-11-14| Option | Price | Duration | Rating | Days and times | Guide languages |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Big Hickory Island Kayaking: Premium Crescent FleetOur pick | US$ 65 per person | 2h | 4.95★ · 519 | Every day · 08:30, 10:30 and 13:30 | English |
| Fort Myers: Big Hickory Pass Kayak Tour & Mangrove PaddlingBest value | US$ 60 per person | 2h–2h 30m | 4.92★ · 607 | Every day · 08:00, 10:30 and 13:00 | English |
| Private dolphin tour Mexico: San Carlos Bay and Sanibel IslandPrivate optionPrivate | US$ 161 per person | 4h | 5.00★ · 15 | Mon–Sat · No fixed time | English, German |
| Kayaking Bunche Beach: Mangrove tunnels & wildlifeGroup of up to 12 | US$ 70 per person | 2h 30m–3h | 4.85★ · 245 | Every day · 10:00 and 13:00 | English |
| Sunset Dolphin Cruise Fort Myers Beach: Sanibel Lighthouse Views | US$ 70 per person | 1h 30m | 4.78★ · 474 | Every day · 16:15, 16:30 and 16:45 | English |
| Fort Myers Beach: Dolphin & Shelling Cruise with Naturalist | US$ 75 per person | 3h | 4.93★ · 194 | Every day except Saturday · 09:00 and 15:00 | English |
| Fort Myers: Dolphin & Manatee Sailing Tour with Soda & Water | US$ 70 per person | 2h | 4.79★ · 277 | Thu–Sun · 12:45 and 13:00 | English |
| Fort Myers Beach Sunset Cruise: Dolphins and Gulf Views | US$ 70 per person | 1h 30m | 4.90★ · 321 | Every day · 16:15, 16:30 and 16:45 | English |
| Fort Myers Beach: Dolphin Sightseeing Tour with Refreshments | US$ 65 per person | 1h 30m | 4.77★ · 317 | Every day · 12:00, 14:00 and 16:00 | English |
| Dolphin Wildlife Cruise Fort Myers Estero Bay Tour | US$ 64 per person | 1h 30m | 4.88★ · 103 | Every day except Saturday · 13:00 | English |
| Fort Myers: Don Pedro Island Kayak & Mangrove Eco TourGroup of up to 8 | US$ 85 per person | 2h–2h 30m | 4.93★ · 166 | Every day · 09:30 and 12:30 | English |
| Everglades Day Safari: Airboat, Big Cypress, manateesGroup of up to 9 · Pickup offered | US$ 250 per person | 9h 30m | 4.76★ · 355 | Every day · 07:30 | English |
By what you need
- Private (5): Private dolphin tour Mexico: San Carlos Bay and Sanibel Island (US$ 161 per person) · Dolphin Tours Fort Myers Beach: Gulf of Mexico Wildlife (US$ 350 per group) · Southwest Florida Snorkeling: Private Eco Boat with Captain (US$ 800 per group)
- Small groups (up to 15) (3): Kayaking Bunche Beach: Mangrove tunnels & wildlife (US$ 70 per person) · Fort Myers: Don Pedro Island Kayak & Mangrove Eco Tour (US$ 85 per person) · Everglades Day Safari: Airboat, Big Cypress, manatees (US$ 250 per person)
- With pickup (1): Everglades Day Safari: Airboat, Big Cypress, manatees (US$ 250 per person)