Keewaydin Island is one of the best boat trips you can take from Naples. This roughly 8-mile-long barrier island stretches south from Gordon Pass toward Marco Island, has no roads or bridges, and can only be reached by boat. With a Keewaydin Island boat rental from AA Naples Boat Rental, you can spend the day swimming, shelling and watching for dolphins on a quiet, undeveloped Gulf beach.
Getting to Keewaydin Island by Boat
Your trip starts at our Naples dock. From there it is a short, scenic cruise through Naples Bay and out toward Gordon Pass, with the north end of Keewaydin Island just beyond. Because it is close, a half-day rental works well for Keewaydin, and a full day lets you relax and explore further south.
Things to Do on Keewaydin Island
- Swim and relax in the clear, shallow water along the beach and sandbars.
- Go shelling on miles of quiet shoreline.
- Watch for dolphins in the passes and along the island.
- Bird watching: much of the island is part of the Rookery Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve.
Tips for Your Keewaydin Island Trip
- There are no restrooms, stores or shade on the island, so bring water, snacks, sunscreen and a bag for your trash.
- Add our cooler with ice ($25) to keep drinks cold.
- Anchor carefully and watch the tide; the water near the beach can be shallow.
- Stay out of posted bird-nesting areas.
- Want to add more fun? Add our Jet Ski All Day Package for $450.
Boats for a Keewaydin Island Day
- 2023 SunTracker: up to 9 guests, from $400 half day / $600 full day
- 2024 Godfrey Gray: up to 12 guests, from $450 half day / $650 full day
- 2025 Godfrey Blue: up to 13 guests, 175 HP, from $500 half day / $700 full day
- 2025 Godfrey Cherry: up to 15 guests, our largest boat, from $500 half day / $700 full day
- 2027 Sea-Doo GTX 170 jet ski: up to 3 riders, 1 to 8 hour rentals from $139, fuel included
Half-day rentals are 4 hours (8am–12pm or 1pm–5pm) and full-day rentals are 8 hours (8am–4pm or 9am–5pm). Compare all boats and prices.
What Is Included
- Fuel included: no surprise fuel charges at the end of the day
- Cleaning included
- Coast Guard-approved life jackets and required safety equipment
- A pre-rental safety briefing and the FWC checklist before you leave the dock
- Bluetooth stereo on every pontoon
- Optional: a captain on request, cooler with ice ($25), rental insurance ($45), approved pets ($25), and our Jet Ski All Day Package ($450)
Book Your Keewaydin Island Boat Rental
Fuel and cleaning are included with every pontoon rental. Need someone to drive? Captains are available on request.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you drive to Keewaydin Island?
No. Keewaydin Island has no roads or bridges, so the only way to get there is by boat.
Is a half day enough for Keewaydin Island?
Yes. Keewaydin is close to Gordon Pass, so a 4-hour rental gives you time to cruise there, swim and come back. Choose a full day if you want to relax longer.
Do I need a boating license?
Florida does not issue a boating license, but anyone born on or after January 1, 1988 must carry a Florida Boating Safety Education ID card, an approved boater course card from another state, or a Florida Temporary Certificate to drive a boat. The renter must be 18 or older. If you would rather not drive, ask us about a captain.
Is fuel included?
Yes. Fuel and cleaning are included with every pontoon boat rental.
Where do I pick up the boat?
All rentals start and end at our dock in Naples. We send the exact pick-up location and directions with your booking confirmation.
Can I hire a captain?
Yes. Captains are available on request. Call or text us at (239) 529-0093 and we will arrange it.