This was an absolute incredible experience. The lead that navigated us through all the turns and…read morekeys was Devon. He was totally professional, his instruction was easy to understand, he educated in many areas (boat operations, on Bismal Key, on White Horse Island, about dolphins, etc.). My wife and I had one of the most memorable vacation experiences ever, thanks to Devon with Backwater Adventure. I am now so excited to share my experience with others!!!!

This was a BLAST! We went out today and the weather was iffy (stormy). Their priority was our…read moresafety, so they had us wait a bit until things looked better. We went out a bit late but the guides (Andrew, aka Big Mamma) and Devon were amazing. So experienced and kind and fun and helpful. We went out and got in about an hour and a half before the weather turned stormy/lightning again, and we had to head back early. It was still a total blast and we were stunned when we learned they were offered a refund. Seriously, they have no control of the weather. So I didn't expect it. But their priority was 1) our safety, and 2) our fun. We will DEFINITELY come back. This was worth it. Thanks guys!

Captain Stacy is by far the best fishing guide I've ever gone fishing with. We had guests from…read moreWisconsin who has never fished saltwater. As we were pulling out another charter Captain told him the fish weren't biting and i thought bummer. With his knowledge and skills we caught more fish than we ever have on a Charter. The man is worth every penny! He gave the thrill of a lifetime to our young guests And to us! There's nothing like fresh fish. It's been 3 weeks since going and im still fondly thinking about the thrill of that fishing experience. I just had to write a review. Thank you Captain Stacy!

Excellent shelling trip. Our shelling tour with Captain Stacy was wonderful. He was very…read moreknowledgeable of the area and took us to some great spots. We collected more shells that we imagined. He had everything we needed- baskets for shells and bags to take them home in and a cooler of bottlEd water. The booking was easy also. I highly recommend.

We were very disappointed in our pontoon boat rental from this facility. We had a large party and…read morerented two pontoon boats. Only one boat was in relatively good condition. The other boat, while it did function to take us for the day, was in terrible shape and should be put to pasture or remodeled. The boat was not wiped down at all when we got there and all the seams were busted and the foam was rotted to the touch. You could not sit down without covering. We were offered no coverings and had to use all our towels to sit. There was what appeared to be mold on the seats and the flooring had to be swept out. The table was dusty mess. This place does not seem to care about the quality of the boats. We told one of the handlers on the dock and he gave us one towel to wipe the seats with but nothing to cover them. There was no GPS, no fuel gauge (they told us how much gas we used!) no depth finder, no horn (except for a whistle - not sure what that would prevent!). One of the props were bent. We voiced a complaint at the end and the lady was rude and dismissive. I would not recommend using this facility without prior inspection of the boats. We were not able to see the boats as we were from out of town. Plus the distance from Goodland to Keewaydin, Island much farther than if you rented from a Marco Is. marina. Thankfully the day turned out perfect notwithstanding the condition of the pontoon boat!

Amazing dock master Don, grounds are expansive and once on the dock the views are breathtaking…read more Water is deep, docks are newer. We happen to be on a floating dock which is great for Marco/Goodlands changing tides. Great for a few nights or long term. Full service marina makes it convenient to refuel, buy bait, repairs and more. All the staff are welcoming which makes it a fun trip!

We had a great time with friends and saw a ton of dolphin! A special shout out to Captain Heath,…read morehe did a fantastic job providing insights on the history of Marco Island and Goodland!

From the owner: Goodland Adventures provides ample space for group and corporate events, featuring our spacious 40'…read moretiki pontoon boat, which can comfortably accommodate up to 22 people. Whether you're planning a bachelorette party, a corporate retreat, or any other group gathering, our boat offers the perfect setting for a memorable and enjoyable experience. With scenic views, a festive atmosphere, and plenty of room for everyone, Goodland Adventures ensures a fun and unique outing on the water.

Our tour guide was so Knowledgeable about the area. She…read morehelped us find the best places to Shell and helped me know what to look for based on the information I gave us.

I chose this particular boat tour due to the rave reviews…read more First of all there was no stand or building where they are located, so we walked around the parking lot and shopping center until we could get in touch with the driver. Turns out you just have to look for their truck in the parking lot. That wasn't made clear at the time of booking. It was a fine boat ride, but felt more like a water taxi than a tour. We saw dolphins on the way to go shelling which was neat... but so did every other boat in the vicinity. We only had about 1.5 hours to go shelling which wasn't nearly enough time. Keewaydin Island was beautiful but we didn't have time to enjoy it. After our boat taxi ride was over we tipped the driver $30. Mind you this ride didn't include food, drinks (other than water) or snacks. A day later we got an automated email asking us for a tip (if we hadn't already). Mind you we did NOT take a private tour- it was two groups of 3 people. The email said: "If you have not tipped * Boat captains often rely on tips as a significant part of their income, particularly in the tourism industry where tipping is customary. A 20% gratuity or Minimum of $100 per Captain on Private tours is customary for this type of tour. If the captain was amazing feel free to tip more." Excuse me? We paid $370 for 2 adults and 1 child for a less than 3 hour excursion to Keewaydin Island. They were expecting an additional $50-$75 in tips? This was by far the most expensive boat "tour" we've been on, and we've done many- Italy, Mexico, Zimbabwe, Hawaii, California, Maine, and three others in Florida. I wrote the company an email bc they send out 2-3 emails afterwards asking you to leave a review... and if it's not 5 stars to email them directly. They never responded. Two sets of my in-laws were wanting to go on a tour in the coming weeks and we told them both not to waste their money on Sand Dollar Shelling. So now I'm telling you too.

We went on the dolphin tour with Captain Colleen, and it was absolutely fantastic! She was…read moreincredibly knowledgeable about the entire area, which made the experience even more enjoyable and informative. We saw several pods of dolphins, a manatee, ospreys and their chicks, and even a swimming raccoon! It was the perfect day on the water. Highly recommend this tour to anyone looking for a memorable wildlife adventure! Plus note to those who want some shade they are one of the few boat companies that have a covered sitting area!

The BEST tour company in Florida! We loved every minute. Colleen was awesome, she knows her…read morestuff! We did the 3 hour eco tour and recommend it 100%! Saw tons of dolphins, birds, and had so much fun shelling. The shells we found were absolutely gorgeous. Next time I want to do the shelling tour exclusively. The sand on the island we visited was ridiculous...pristine white sands. Soo beautiful. Make sure you get here early, and bring your cooler with food & drinks! And don't forget your sunscreen, hat, and upf shirt. Hope to see you guys again soon!

Jungle Jim goes above and beyond for all of his customers. He knows his stuff and knows the waters…read moreof Marco like back of his hand. Thanks again for the great fishing trip Jim! We'll be back soon!

From the owner: Marco island charter fishing and shelling. Tours and excursions deep into the 10,000 islands…read morerefugr

I'm re-posting this 5-star review from someone named Chris F. of Fort Myers, FL because for some…read moreVERY stupid reason, Yelp editors have not allowed it to be "recommended", even though this review from Chris F. is the more accurate of the two reviews about fishing guide Capt. Kevin Merritt and Naples Backcountry Fishing. Why Yelp editors would recommend the two-star review over a 5-star review is a mystery, but Yelp editors, take note: hiding non-recommended reviews about a business is JUST as bad as only recommending positive reviews. Also, your so called "recommended" review is not completely honest. Naples Backcountry Fishing does supply water ("e.g. refreshments") for all parties on the boat and charter customers are told before booking a trip that food and alcohol are not provided. Chris. F Fort Myers, FL 5.0 star rating 8/4/2014 10,000 Islands trip w/ Capt. Kevin was AWESOME!! Knows how and where to put you on fish. Very cool guy. Not sure what first commenter was expecting. He's well worth the money and I've spent a lot more for A LOT less. Snook, Reds, Jack, Grouper, Mangrove Snapper. We had some great dinners from our trip...

Captain Kevin was so knowledgeable about all the fish, how to handle them, where to catch them. He…read morewas a great conversationalist and wanted to ensure that I had a great time and caught a lot of fish. Made sure I was able to see the Dolphins playing with their babies. His knowledge of the area was also very through. His boat,very clean and safe. Also his equipment was high quality and easy enough to use. One of the best days I had this year was out on the water with captain Kevin, I will remember it for a long time.

Captain Will was the absolute best captain anyone can ask for !!! Listen to what he says about…read moreeverything - he was totally on point !!! My buddy and I went out with him for 1/2 day and everywhere we went he put us on fish !!! We caught Snook, Grouper, Stingrays, and Snapper. Great time and cant wait to go back. We are already planning our next trip. We have been out with other guides BUT WILL is "THE GUY" !!! If you are looking to fish in the Marco/Naples/Everglades area dont bother looking elsewhere - just book Will/Bearfoot Charters !

Amazing day on the water courtesy of Captain Will and Bearfoot charters. Excellent guiding and…read morecustomer service. Very nice boat and rigging. Highly recommended

Absolutely recommend Kevin and his team for a day at sea. We learned about the area and caught…read moreplenty of fish for dinner. Lucky to enjoy dolphins, sea turtles and an amazing black tip shark! The Mako boat is impressive and fun! First time to experience a boat that can tread water while the guide tells us all about the dome homes. I can't wait to go out with Sea Gone again!

Great outfit. Captain Kevin was great. Grandfatherly figure very patient. My family was very…read morecomfortable with him. Boat was clean very clean and had a head., bonus for my wife. We went back water fearing sea sickness from the kids but water was cloudy and not much action. We asked to go again later that week and he gave us a great discount. We went near offshore caught sharks Goliath grouper an a bunch of Spanish mackerel. Great time!!!!!!