The Dolphin Explorer

FEBRUARY 2019 This was our second trip, having visited from the UK last year and we were so impressed we brought two friends with us to share our joy in this experience. The staff are very impressive - educating as well as entertaining us. This is a very well organised unit and offers so much, views of Marco Island, trip to shell island, osprey nests and, of course, amazing interaction with the dolphins. Highly recommend this trip, a definite winner.

FEBRUARY 2019 If the Children are with you, this is a must do; It is only a three hour tour !!! Bob and Eddie know where the Dolphins are and spent little time cruising without a purpose. We saw 11 dolphins. Eddie He knows how to incorporate the dolphins in the show. Cruising along with the dolphins is something the grandchildren will remember for a long time. Bob and Eddie Know how to work with the grandparents as well. I have some difficulties walking at certain times and they were both proactive in making sure I was comfortable and have access to all the activities.

FEBRUARY 2019 The crew shared so much knowledge about the dolphins and they were so friendly and kind! We saw a plethora of dolphins during our trip. The shelling was also really great! Overall a great experience!

FEBRUARY 2019 There was something for everyone...from 4 years olds to 94 year olds. Everyone was given a book with photos and descriptions of the dolphins so we could ID the ones we spotted....and the children were given a quizlet for a contest, for which they were awarded a prize on completion. We saw 21 DIFFERENT dolphins muktiple times that day ...over twice the usual. The boat captain and the naturalist (Bob) were very helpful and knowledgeable. We also found many shells ( Conch, starfish, and others) at our shelling stop. Another thing that I really appreciated is the cancellation of the tour on a day when the weather was dangerous. Plus, our friend decided to refrain from the rescheduledad trip, & her money was promptly refunded. Thanks for an exciting, educational tour

FEBRUARY 2019 This tour with Bob & Eddie was fantastic, one of our favorite things about our vacation. Highly recommend - we saw many dolphins up close and since they take a relatively small group you have a lot of information coming from the naturalist, Bob. He was so extremely knowledgeable and had so much enthusiasm for these incredible animals. I have been on dolphin watching tours before but thought this was the best! The highlight was seeing a mother and newborn pair swim along with us in the boats wake. The stop at the shelling island was great, only wish we had more time there! While there, bob printed off pics he’d taken of us and of the dolphins! At no addl charge to us... a real plus. FEBRUARY 2019

JANUARY 2019 Be sure to expect to have fun and don't feel bad about asking questions. Everyone on the trip with you will appreciate it. We had a cooler day so wore jackets but the dolphins were active and didn't seem to mind at all. Great trip

JANUARY 2019 Had an amazing trip with Bob and Mike. We saw lots of Dolphins that they could identify by name and habits as they shared their knowledge and humor with us during our three hour boat trip. Highly recommend this professional, educational and fun trip. Must do on a visit to Marco. Island

JANUARY 2019 I can not say enough about this experience. We saw more dolphins than I could ever have imagined. They frequently followed the wake of the boat and also swam so close to the side you could almost reach out and touch them. I was with a group and everyone got frame worthy photos of dolphins jumping in the air, mother and baby and dolphin groups. Bob and Mike were wonderful. I am sure that Bob has made countless trips and yet his level of excitement and engagement made it seem that this trip was a first. The magical, secret beach yielded a treasure of shells and sand dollars for all. We did not have a child with us, but Bob spent time customizing the experience for the kids. I am sure it is a trip they will remember always. The weather was a bit cold, but the dolphins didn't seem to mind so neither did the passengers (dress accordingly). if you are anywhere nearby, this is a must do!

JANUARY 2019 We were a group of 4 and each one of us were glad we signed up for this particular dolphin and wildlife boat excursion. Kent and Captain Mike showed us so many dolphins including their playful side of leaping behind our boat in the waves and identifying by name each dolphin with individual fin markings. We also saw Giant Blue Heron, bald eagles, ospreys, pelicans close up. A 45 minute stop onto an amazing shell beach of white sand was a beautiful seaside walk. With photo ops galore. Go and enjoy a fascinating morning with nature and cool guides.

JANUARY 2019 My second time and each is unique. Brought my fellow photographers and they said it was their best experience in Florida. It is not a hit or miss experience seeing the dolphins. These guys study them. They know where they are!

JANUARY 2019 Found much better shells on the trip than our trek to Sanibel! Great science lesson from the naturalist. Great piloting by the operator.

JANUARY 2019 We always take our guests on the Dolphin Explorer. This is the best way to get close to dolphins and even watch them play in the wake of the boat. The guide and pilot are very knowledgeable and provide a visual guide to help identify the dolphins by name. Fabulous experience for all ages.

JANUARY 2019 An abundance of dolphin spotting coupled with great educational commentary. Added fun shelling stop, family photos and true respect for all the wildlife we encountered. Go! You will love this trip

JANUARY 2019 The highlight of our trip to Marco Island! Wanting to travel with scientists and/or naturalists, this eco-tour was exactly what we were looking for. Bob gave us much detail about each & every dolphin. We got lucky on a beautiful, sunny day and spotted many playful dolphins. Bob and Eddie are very experienced in finding them and also very knowledgeable about this particular breed of bottlenose dolphin. DO NOT MISS this exceptional 3-hour excursion with a quick 30 minute island stop for some fantastic shelling.

JANUARY 2019 Kept all of us engaged (kids ages 14, 11 and 8) and learned a lot about local dolphins while spotting quite a few. The Captain was adept at knowing when the dolphins wanted to follow along in the wake and a couple of them provided some out of water acrobatics. Shelling at North End of Tigertail Beach and family photo provided to us were nice touches.

DECEMBER 2018 Our family of 4 (with 2 teenage girls) thoroughly enjoyed this trip! We saw over 15 dolphins, ranging from 15 months old to older adults. They swam right up alongside the boat! Captains Bob and Michael were extremely informative and super friendly. We highly recommend you take this cruise!

DECEMBER 2018 I have been twice on this tour and would go again - it's a great time for all ages. The tour includes about a 3 hour excursion complete with boat ride and a half hour stop on one of the beaches along the route for a swim or to collect shells. The guides are very knowledgeable and friendly. Both times we saw several kinds of wildlife and more than a dozen dolphins.