What to do and see in Naples, Florida (FL): The Best Nature & Wildlife Tours

February 8, 2022 Roger Rusk

Sunny Naples is a popular, sophisticated and charming beach destination on the Gulf of Mexico. It boasts many world-class hotels and resorts along miles of white sand beaches. The ocean surf is gentle and the people are friendly. Shoppers delight in searching for antiques, home furnishings, clothes and jewelry. With its beautiful neighborhoods and grand architecture, the atmosphere is elegant, yet relaxing. Sports enthusiasts spend glorious days pursuing their favorite activity, from golf to tennis to fishing. There are restaurants to suit every taste and budget. Even though it is a busy and cosmopolitan city, Naples offers easy access to secluded islands and the wilderness of the Everglades.
Restaurants in Naples

1. Wild Florida Ecotours

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Wild Florida Ecotours

The 2.5 hour eco tour is the only local eco tour that starts in the heart of the Everglades, and takes only minutes to get to the 10,000 Islands and the Gulf of Mexico. Viewing the eco system of the Everglades in the comfort of a covered boat is a true Everglades experience. You are likely to see manatees, alligators, dolphins, and turtles, as well as many species of rare and endangered tropical birds. The tour is fully narrated by knowledgeable local Captains and their boats are stable, comfortable and USCG approved. You'll learn interesting facts on the manatee, alligator, dolphin, and tropical bird species, along with information on the Everglades.Our 3 hour Manatee Ecotour/Shelling Adventure is rapidly becoming Wild Florida Ecotour's most popular tour. This excursion has all of the elements of the shorter tour but includes a 30 minute stop at a deserted island called Whitehorse Key where our guests depart the boat for 30 minutes of shelling and exploring. BOOK YOUR TOUR TODAY!

2. Naples Bicycle Tours

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Naples Bicycle Tours

Guided scenic bicycle tours in The Natural Everglades, Naples and Marco Island. All equipment included. Small group and large group tours. Reservations required.

3. Naples Kayak Company

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Naples Kayak Company

Since 2004 - the best guided kayak ecotours in Southwest Florida - day or night! NKC will show you the hidden mangrove trails the other tour companies never enter! On our beautiful Rookery Bay and Wiggins Pass tours we often see dolphins, pelicans, ospreys, egrets, herons, ibises, eagles and manatees, as well as fish jumping everywhere. Our most amazing tour is our incomparable Birds, Bioluminescence and More Birds Tour. You'll see thousands of birds landing on a tiny island around sunset and THEN be guided through the mangroves with the ONLY Naples company offering after-dark, underwater, Bioluminescence light show kayak tours. We also offer 6-7 hour sea kayak tours in the Ten Thousand Islands, kayak lessons from American Canoe Association certified kayak instructors, guided Hobie Kayak Fishing Tours, Stand-Up Paddleboard (SUP) lessons & tours, SUP Yoga lessons, and rentals of kayaks and paddleboards daily, weekly and monthly.

4. Go Native Adventure Tours LLC

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Go Native Adventure Tours LLC

We offer ground transportation to and from any southwest Florida Airports, whether for business or for pleasure. This includes transportation, and local hotel transportation. In addition, We provide transportation for Small groups, meetings, and more in the Naples Florida area.

5. Fishing Solves Everything

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Fishing Solves Everything

Although backwater fishing is his specialty, Captain Glen of Fishing Solves Everything also provides guided sightseeing, bird watching, ecotours and shelling trips. Or, choose a combination of different experiences! This is a 100% customizable tour - it's truly your boat for the time you're on board.

6. Sawgrass Safaris

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Sawgrass Safaris

Sawgrass Safaris is based deep in the heart of the Everglades ecosystem surrounded by miles of national and state parks/preserves yet still centrally and conveniently located to Marco Island, Naples, Fort Myers, Everglades City and all of south Florida. We offer many exciting eco minded Everglades tours within the everglades ecosystem offering kayak, power boat and human powered tours.

7. Up a Creek Kayak Tours

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Up a Creek Kayak Tours

Join the only biologists in Naples, Florida for an adventure into the beautiful mangrove tunnels! While paddling, we'll be looking for wildlife like tree crabs, huge conch shells, osprey, heron, dolphins and more! You'll learn all about the mangrove trees, the history of Naples and all of the wildlife that lives here. Everyone gets their own single-seater kayak with a cup holder, comfortable high-back seat and waterproof bags. We also have 2-seater kayaks if you have small children or enjoy fighting with your spouse. The water is usually waist deep, easy to paddle and don't worry... there are no alligators! And best of all... you'll get FREE HD PHOTOS of your tour the same day! Get on the Fun tour today! We are also Naples only kayak delivery service. Kayak and paddleboard rentals include free delivery to homes, condos, Capri Paddlecraft Park and Caxambas Park on Marco Island. Laminated map, waterproof bag and instructions included. Established 2010.

8. Ms. B. Haven Charters

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Ms. B. Haven Charters

Hello, my name is Captain Mike Bailey and together with my associates Captains Ken, Stephen and Robert we make up the Ms. B. Haven Charters fleet. As experienced Native Fishing Guides here in Naples, FL., we’ve been angling, navigating, and running fishing charters in our waters full time for over thirty years. If you’re looking for an unforgettable experience for everyone, from children to the most seasoned angler, young or old, and folks with special needs, we can turn your dreams into great memories. We invite you to join us to fish and explore the pristine, unspoiled, and calm waters of the 10,000 Islands and the Gulf of Mexico. Fish for Snook, Snapper, Tarpon, Sharks, Pompano, King Fish, Grouper, Jacks, and a lot more. No matter the season, there’s always something biting, and a new adventure waiting for you.

9. Naples Fishing Charters

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Naples Fishing Charters

Come join me as we fish the plentiful back and near shore waters of Naples. Let me share with you the seemingly endless opportunities to catch Redfish, Snook, and the elusive Tarpon. We deliver pristine waters and a challenge that keeps the motivated angler coming back time and time again. As a full time Naples fishing charter Guide, I guide on the basis that safety and professionalism keeps me well prepared for any fishing condition. This mind set allows me to provide my customers with the great fishing experience they expect. My Promise to You, It is my nature that being kind, courteous and respectful is only second to safety in having a fun day on the water!!! I am a patient teacher, not one to get upset with the novice angler. At the same time, my 20+ years of experience will ideally even leave the more expert angler with a few new techniques

10. Finseeker Guided Adventures

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Finseeker Guided Adventures

Finseeker Guided Adventures is a mobile kayak company offering hourly, daily and weekly rentals and scenic, affordable family-friendly kayak tours. On our most popular tour, the Delnor-Wiggins State Park and Barefoot Beach Preserve kayak adventure tour in Naples, you'll explore and learn about the magical mangrove forests, mangrove tunnels and estuaries where we often have opportunities to see manatee, dolphins, egrets, opreys,herons, eagles and roseate spoonbills. Learn about the native plant and marine life as you enjoy some exercise at the same time. Choose private or group tour options. Tours are family friendly, fun, and educational. All ages welcome. We are on the wind and wave protected back bays of the estuary. For our Daily and Weekly kayak rentals we offer FREE DELIVERY & pickup.

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