Wonderful late evening tour. Beautiful wildlife and amazing sunset! I would highly recommend this…read more A great date idea. Bring a little wine and cheese or whatever you enjoy!

The sunset/dolphin cruise was truly the highlight of our entire Sanibel trip! The captains were…read moreknowledgeable, kind, and hospitable. We saw two pods of dolphins, an absolutely breathtaking sunset, and even a manatee! We couldn't have asked for anything more.

Bryce was an awesome captain. I am not a huge fan of mosquitoes or swamp, I thought, but my…read morepreconceived notions of the Everglades were incorrect. Bryce picked us up from the wrong dock (we had trouble finding the right one) and happily led us to the boat and offered us water and ear protection. He gave us a short safety talk, and helped manage our expectations of seeing gator since it was 96 degrees at 2pm in August. Gators do not like the heat that hot. Bryce was surprised to see a lot of gators on our tour and we had a really great experience we will never forget. He showed us all kinds of sights and I didnt see a single mosquito or snake.

Our experience with Everglades Adventure was absolutely outstanding, and having the owner as our…read moreguide made it even more special. His passion, knowledge, and deep respect for the Everglades were evident from the very beginning, and it truly elevated the entire experience. We saw alligators, crocodiles and a wide variety of other animals up close while learning fascinating details about their behaviors, habitats, and the importance of conservation. The owner took his time explaining everything, answering questions, and making sure everyone felt safe and engaged throughout the tour. The experience was well organized, educational, and incredibly exciting for all. You can tell this is not just a business, but a true labor of love. If you're looking for an authentic, unforgettable Everglades wildlife experience led by someone who genuinely cares about the animals and the environment, Everglades Adventure is an absolute must. Highly recommended!

Stellar day with Captain Neil & Captain Scott aboard the SS Estero Bay Express. The tour lasted…read morearound 90 minutes but it felt like only 45...time flew by as we watched manatee, dolphin, eagles, pelican's and enjoyed the relaxing ride. It was 90 degrees but you would never know it with the cover over the boat and when the boat went 'fast' the breeze felt heavenly. Great way to spend time and all for only $23.00. Highly recommend this event if you are in the area.

I was somewhat impressed with the dolphin tour I went on this morning. Captain Steve and First Mate…read moreJoel were incredibly friendly and knowledgeable about the wildlife that lives in the bay. During the tour, I saw a handful of dolphins, which made it worth it. I have two complaints about the experience. First, the tour was way too crowded. I had gone on this tour once in the past, and there were about ten people on the boat. This time around, there were 32 people. This made it incredibly difficult to move around the boat to try and spot dolphins. Moreover, all of us were practically sitting on top of one another. The bench seating couldn't accommodate all of us. My other issue with this tour was the lack of shade. Only the back third of the boat was covered, so sitting in the front was incredibly hot. Most of the other pontoon boats we passed were shaded completely. If you're going to go on this dolphin tour, I'd recommend going earlier in the morning. My 10:00 a.m. tour was far too hot and far too crowded. Also, I'd suggest that you wear sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat, and clothing that covers your shoulders. If not, prepare to get some sunburn. A full bottle of water or two is also a necessity. Finally, make sure you bring some cash along to tip the captain and first mate.

We did a half day trip!! was well worth the money. Pete did an awesome job very knowledgeable about…read moregators and other Florida wildlife!! We probably seen 100-150 gators on the airboat ride( several let us get fairly close so made for good photo opportunity's).. I was little bummed the water was pretty low so we didn't get to really explore the swamp side of the pond but that's way out of his control, we also booked during the dry season so... if we ever make it down this way again we plan to do the all day tour!!

We did a half day tour which included an eco-walk in the beginning, which was very informative with…read moreour tour guide Addison. We learned a lot about the Everglades and even saw deer. From there, we went to the airboat before we got to go on the airboat. Addison showed us some different snakes which we got to hold and taught us more about the animals in the area. We had Captain Fred take us out on the airboat. He was also extremely knowledgeable about the animals and fauna of the area. We did this during off-season so we had the boat to ourselves, which was really awesome. Highly suggest to anyone and everyone that they take this tour. The half-day was plenty to us. The full day would've been cool. Maybe that will happen next time. Make sure to ask for Addison and Fred.

Captain Tammy is hands down one of the best tour guides! Tide & True Excursions is definitely a…read morephenomenal time. She is incredibly knowledgeable, experienced, attentive, and makes the entire trip fun and memorable. This was my second time going out with her, and she will definitely be my go-to captain for all my future excursions. We saw lots of dolphins, tons of manatees, birds, and even enjoyed some shelling! The underwater scooters were an absolute blast and made the adventure even more exciting. Thank you, Captain Tammy, for another amazing day on the water! If you're visiting the area, make sure you book an excursion with Tide & True Excursions--you won't be disappointed!

FAMILY FRIENDLY CHARTERS!!!!!! Our charter with Tide and True was the most amazing time. We have…read moreheld off booking charters in the past in fear our youngest (on the spectrum) wouldn't be welcomed on the boats. After doing some research and seeing heartfelt reviews we decided to book with Captain Tammy. The family time and memories made will last a lifetime. Captain Tammy is one of the BEST!! She's the only Captain I will ever book with moving forward. Not only is she the most genuine captain I have ever met, she was incredibly accommodating with our Neurodivergent kiddo. She went above and beyond including him in everything but also made sure he remained comfortable and had a blast on our charter. We snorkeled around a grassy area, we found some awesome shells, saw beautiful fish and we even had two manatees come in to see what we were looking at (a mom and a baby!!). She took us to a lovely beach area where there were pelicans, anhingas, stunning driftwood and gorgeous water! We floated all over, used her underwater scooter to snorkel, saw tons of fish in their natural environments. We learned about the Florida wildlife we saw and had 3 more manatees pass through where we swam. On the way back we saw dolphins and enjoyed our time on and off her boat. I have never met a more family friendly charter Captain, her goal was for our family to make lasting memories and we did just that. She gave us the most incredible family time together and I am forever grateful for that. I can't wait to book with her again! She knows where the shells, wildlife and great family friendly locations are. I can't recommend her enough, she was amazing with our kids. My youngest son gravitated to her immediately, he was the first one in the water ready to explore with her (which was a shock!). She makes the trips more memorable than I thought was possible. If you're looking to experience the beauty of SW Florida environment, awesome shells and stunning wildlife look no farther!! We are still blown away with how amazing our experience was. Hurry up and Book!!!

Captain Cathy gave us the most amazing afternoon. We saw so many dolphins. She showed us all the…read moreislands and gave us the history behind them. She took us to Cabbage Key which beforehand we didn't know was a restaurant so we packed lunch so don't do that! We would have loved to eat there. She took us to a small beach that she could back the boat up to and we had a quaint picnic and we're able to play in the water and see manta rays up close. By far the highlight of our vacation.

I have been with Captain Cathy at least three times. Each time was different from the last! I…read morebrought my out of town company and each group loved the experience. I am looking forward to booking my next cruise with my next group! Highly recommend.

We had a great trip on the Copacetic! Great music and drinks, friendly captain and staff! Very…read morerelaxing!

This was our second time out with Joel for a sunset sail...this time, his lovely wife Joanne was…read morehis first mate. Our daughter and her friend were visiting for a few days so we went out for the sunset sail. It was only 2 days after Hurricane Milton so we weren't sure if Joel would take us out. He did and the 4 of us were his only passengers! It was a beautiful sail along Fort Myers Beach and we were able to see a few dolphins...unfortunately, they never stayed above water long enough for a picture. Joanne supplied us with beer, wine and hard seltzers as well as sodas and waters. It was a pleasure chatting with them and we were amazed to find out that Joel built the catamaran! Can't wait until our next trip with them!!!

Another wonderful day on the water with Captain Kelly!! Whether it's stopping at the beach to let…read morethe kids play, chasing dolphins, or sharing her knowledge about the ecology of the area, she makes each trip unique and personalized!!

"A Three Hour Tour"....we got back to port just minutes before the rains of Elsa hit Fort Myers…read more The tour was amazing. When I heard that our tour guide and Captain was named Kelly, I envisioned a "Capt. Ron" figure drinking Montego Bay straight out of the bottle and telling crude jokes, missing teeth, boat leaking and/or stinking of mold and fish, etc. I couldn't have been more delusional! Our guide was Capt. Kelly. Kelly really loves the area, the wildlife, and the community. Kelly cares that her guests have fun and leave with a greater appreciation for Florida's unique ecosystem. Kelly is also very knowledgeable re: Fort Myers real estate, economy, social scene, cost of living, history...you name it. You will have an incredible experience. Do it! Do it now!!