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You're in good hands

Book your trip with confidence — We only work with the best local guides that know the area like the back of their hand.

About Your Trip

Type

Eco Tour, Dolphin Watching, Sunset Cruise

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather.

About Your Trip

Welcome aboard for private and Intimate dolphin watching, secret backwater mangroves, mansion site-seeing and postcard sunsets over the Gulf. We provide private pristine to “boat accesses” only beaches, where the shells are world-famous (think Junonia jackpots!). Private Trips range from 2 and up to 8 hours. Our Captains are top rated area experts

→ Dolphin guarantees
→ Epic sunsets nightly
→ Bucket-full shelling on untouched islands
→ Beautiful waters of Naples, Marco Island & Goodland

All Trips are planned for your pleasure and certainly can be customized based on your desires.

We serve Naples Bay, Marco Island and 10,000 Island area tours. Music and Bluetooth provided.

Family-owned, small groups up to 7, ice and cups included. You can bring your own choice of beverages! Yes, beer and wine are permitted. Pet friendly at no charge, just let us know ahead of time please.

Book the boat everyone’s talking about. Spots fill fast in December-May!

Ready for dolphins, shells & sunset magic? Let’s go!

Amenities

Type

Eco Tour, Dolphin Watching, Sunset Cruise

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Music

You can play your own bluetooth music.

Location

This guide can be flexible with the departure location.

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather.

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to small children.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled up to 10 days before the trip.

Lunch

Lunch / light snacks are included.

Physicality

This trip requires an easy level of physical activity.

Boat Restroom

No, this boat does not have a bathroom on board.

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

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Pricing Matrix

	2 hours	3 hours	4 hours
1 Person	$275.00	$350.00	$450.00
2 People	$275.00	$350.00	$450.00
3 People	$275.00	$350.00	$450.00
4 People	$275.00	$350.00	$450.00
5 People	$275.00	$375.00	$475.00
6 People	$275.00	$375.00	$475.00

Pay $100 as a deposit today, with the balance due on the day of the trip.

About Your Guide

Brad R.

Independent Guide

Talkative

Laid-back

Instructional

Beginner Oriented

Comfortable

Quality

About Your Guide

Brad R.

Independent Guide

Captain Brad is a U.S. Coast Guard-licensed Master Captain with more than 30 years of professional experience on the water. Holding a 25-Ton Master’s license with commercial and towing endorsements, he has operated vessels from the Western Lakes to the beautiful waters of Southwest Florida.

A lifelong mariner, Captain Brad has commanded private yachts, charter vessels, fishing boats, and passenger-carrying tours throughout Florida’s and Alabama’s Gulf Coast, the Florida Keys, and the Intracoastal Waterway. His intimate knowledge of local tides, currents, inlets, and hidden gems — from Naples Bay to the Ten Thousand Islands and Everglades National Park — ensures safe, enjoyable, and memorable trips for every guest.

Safety is paramount. With an impeccable record and ongoing training in maritime safety, emergency response, and environmental stewardship, Captain Brad delivers the highest professional standards on every voyage.

Whether you’re seeking a relaxed sunset cruise, shelling adventure, eco-tours, or custom private charters, you’re in expert hands with a true Southwest Florida captain who has spent a lifetime perfecting his craft on these waters.

“Born on the water, raised by the tides — proud to share Southwest Florida’s coast with you.”

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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

Eight Pound Snook

If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?

Surf and Turf

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

Eight Pound Snook

If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?

Surf and Turf

What’s your favorite band?

Jimmy Buffet and Kenny Chesney

What’s your favorite movie?

ELF

What’s your favorite sports team?

NFL and College Football

What’s your drink of choice?

Anything Cold and refreshing

What was your last halloween costume?

SpongeBob or TOGA

What do you want for Christmas this year?

Tropical Vacation

How did you get started guiding?

Love for Florida the water and million dollar sunsets

What makes you different from other guides?

It’s about the experience. People come to relax and unwind! My Goal is to have my customers step off of the Boat glowing about their wonderful time and how they just had a vacation memory that will last a lifetime.

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Start Location & Lodging Options

Your guide can be flexible with your start location.

You can work with your guide after booking to set a more specific start location in the area.

Naples, Florida

About Your Boat

Boat photo for DOLPHINS SUNSETS BACKWATERS FUN

Boat Type: Center Console
Boat Manufacturer: Pioneer
Boat Length: 20'
Boat Restroom: No

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Center Console
Boat Manufacturer: Pioneer
Boat Length: 20'
Boat Restroom: No
Additional Amenities: Ice Chest, seating for 6, child and adult life vest, safe secure boating with qualified USCG licensed Captain.

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Trip Details & Amenities

Type

Eco Tour, Dolphin Watching, Sunset Cruise

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Music

You can play your own bluetooth music.

Location

This guide can be flexible with the departure location.

Weather

You won't lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather.

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to small children.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled up to 10 days before the trip.

Lunch

Lunch / light snacks are included.

Physicality

This trip requires an easy level of physical activity.

Boat Restroom

No, this boat does not have a bathroom on board.

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Target Species

Color-coded seasonality below is based on .

Get it while it's HOT!
This species is in play.
You might get lucky (as long as things are in-season).
Couldn't tell ya! (no data)

Everything Else to Know

Ice and cups included, but we also recommend bringing, snack, sunglasses, sunscreen, weather-appropriate clothing, and anything else you might want on the trip.

We use a cashless autopay system. We'll send you a boarding pass, and on the day of the trip, your guide will scan your boarding pass to automatically transfer the remaining balance. The only cash needed is to tip your guide (we recommend 20%).

Cancel for free up to 10 days before the trip and receive credit back to your account. Cancelling within 10 of the trip will forfeit your deposit to the guide. Day-of cancellations and no-shows will be charged the full balance of the trip to their card.

In the event of inclement weather you'll be covered by out 100% Weather Guarantee and will not lose your deposit.

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First Time Booking with Us?

Captain Experiences is home to thousands of quality, vetted fishing, hunting, and other outdoor sports guides across the US and beyond. Our mission is to Unlock the Outdoors by making it quick and easy to book the trip of a lifetime every time with our Damn Good Guides.

We vet our guides and only partner with the best of the best. Our guides do their very best to keep you safe, show you a great time, and send you home with a memorable experience shared with family and friends.

Once you've paid your deposit at checkout, we'll send you a QR Code boarding pass. Just show your guide your boarding pass on the day of the trip, they'll scan it, the remaining balance will transfer automatically, and you'll be all set to get out there. Just make sure you bring a cash tip for the guide!

In the event of inclement weather, our guides will check the conditions and make the final call on whether its safe to go on the trip. If they decide the trip needs to be postponed, we'll work closely with you to reschedule or provide a credit for the full deposit, which can be applied to any of our trips in the US and beyond.

Each trip's price is determined by the guide and reflects all associated costs. A significant factor in pricing is often the type of boat and the corresponding fuel expenses. Additional costs may include leases, marina or slip fees, and the expenses involved in providing and maintaining the necessary gear for your trip.

After booking your trip, we'll connect you directly with your guide to discuss additional details. In the meantime, our team is here to answer any questions via email, text, or phone.