Seashells from Ali's SWFL Shell Guide tour to Keewaydin Island
Seashells from Ali's SWFL Shell Guide tour to Keewaydin Island
COMBO
FISHING & SHELLING
BOAT TOUR
Keewaydin ISLAND
4HR PRIVATE
One Island, Two Adventures!
Looking for the best of both worlds? This private 4-hour tour to the southern tip of Keewaydin Island is perfect for groups with mixed interests—some want to shell, others want to fish! Whether your crew includes seasoned anglers or avid shellers, everyone gets to enjoy their ideal coastal adventure on the same trip!
Cruise through scenic backwaters with a licensed and insured captain, keeping an eye out for dolphins, manatees, and coastal birds along the way. Once at Keewaydin, shellers can hop off to explore the beach and sandbars in search of treasures like tulips, horse conchs, whelks, cones, and more—while anglers stay aboard to enjoy backwater fishing with guidance from an experienced fishing captain.
This tour is fully private and customizable to suit your group’s preferences. Shellers will have approximately 3 hours on the island, while fishing guests enjoy an uninterrupted experience from the boat.
Details:
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4-hour private tour
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Fishing equipment and licenses provided
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Tour includes approx. 30 minutes boat travel each way
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Launch location is Bayview Park in Naples
It’s the perfect way for mixed-interest groups to share a memorable day on the water—no compromises needed!
To ensure everyone's safety and enjoyment, please take note of the Guest Requirements & Recommendations.
LAUNCH LOCATION
This Keewaydin Island Fishing & Shelling Combo Boat Tour will launch from:
Bayview Park.
Address: 1575 Danford Street, Naples, FL 34113.
Parking Fee: $10
Car spaces are extremely limited at both parks! All guests are strongly urged to ride-share, taxi/uber, or get dropped off at the park!
If you must drive, be sure to arrive as early as possible. Goodland Boat Park opens at 6am, and Bayview is always open.
There are restrooms at both parks, but no showers nor washdown stations.
WHAT TO BRING
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LONG-SLEEVE WATER SHIRT
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WATER SHOES
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DRY BAG FOR PHONE/KEYS
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SUNSCREEN
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SUNGLASSES
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HAT
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TOWEL
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PREFERRED FOOD/SNACKS
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PLASTIC BOX FOR FRAGILE FINDS
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CHAIR/UMBRELLA FOR REST/SHADE
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PHONE/CAMERA FOR PICS
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CASH TIP FOR CAPTAIN/CREW
Be sure to wear close-toed water shoes! The terrain is a nice sandy beach, but there could be sharp things you don't wanna step on barefooted!
There's no shade from the blazing sun on Keewaydin! Be sure to bring sun protection: long-sleeve water shirt, lotion, cream, sunglasses, hats, even an umbrella to create your own shade if needed - whatever you use!
Of course, feel free to bring your own desired food and beverages.
No tools are really necessary, but you're free to bring your preferred shelling tools such as scoopers, diggers, snorkels, goggles, walking sticks, etc! I do provide hand rakes to each guest if there are any piles to dig! Keewaydin is the ideal spot to use a water pitcher as an underwater viewer!
If you love fragile beach finds (sand dollars, urchins, crab carapaces) you'll want to keep them separate from the shells which can easily break them. Bring a plastic box to keep the fragile stuff safe!
Good idea to bring insect repellent if those pesky no-seeums love you. No-seeums can be problematic during very early morning or near-sunset evening times of day, and seem to be especially prevalent whenever there are shell piles.
Check out a few of my fav shelling gear, tools, products, and displays listed HERE! (Not necessary to bring with you, but helpful if you want your own or to know where I got mine!)
WHAT YOUR FISHING GUIDE PROVIDES
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WATER BOTTLES
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SHELL BAG
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FISHING EQUIPMENT
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BAIT & TACKLE
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FISHING LICENSES
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SOUVENIR STICKER
