A five-hour boat tour from Naples delivers two hours on Keewaydin Island’s undeveloped beaches plus a wildlife cruise through the Ten Thousand Islands. Expect shelling, swimming, and close-up views of dolphins and shorebirds—bring mobility for boarding and reef-safe sunscreen.
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The boat slips away from Naples City Dock and the city skyline shrinks into a line of rooftops and palms. Salt wind pulls at your hair while the captain threads the boat through the mangrove-framed channels of the Ten Thousand Islands. Dolphins arc alongside the hull and pelicans wheel above as the shoreline of Keewaydin Island comes into view—wide, white sand and almost entirely car-free.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
5 hours (approx. 2 hours onshore)
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels but requires good mobility for boat-to-beach boarding and some walking on sand
Wildlife
History
Keewaydin and nearby barrier islands have long been used by Indigenous peoples and later by small fishing communities; recreational visitation increased in the 20th century as boating became common.
Conservation
These islands are dynamic and sensitive—leave live shells, pack out trash, use reef-safe products, and avoid disturbing wildlife or nesting birds.
Reserve your spot on the 5 Hour Keewaydin Island Beach Tour today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Bring reef-safe sunscreen
The island is ecologically sensitive—use reef-safe SPF and reapply frequently in the sun and on the water.
Footwear for soft sand
Light sandals or water shoes make walking on deep, shifting sand and rocky shell beds easier.
Pack a dry bag
Keep phones, keys, and snacks dry on the boat and during beach time.
Be ready for non-accessible boarding
The boat and beach require stepping down/up—full mobility is necessary for safe boarding and disembarkation.
Reef-safe sunscreen
Protects you and the marine environment during prolonged sun exposure.
summer
Dry bag (small)
Keeps electronics and valuables dry on the boat and beach.
Light water shoes or sandals
Helpful for walking over shell beds and soft sand without injuring feet.
summer
Light shade or hat
A brimmed hat or portable shade helps during hot midday beach time.
summer