Sightseeing and Sunset Catamaran Sailing Excursion

Cool Beans Cruises docks in South Naples, about a mile north of the Marco Island bridge — close enough to the Gulf of Mexico that this trip does real sailing with limited motoring, rather than just running an engine the whole way. Guests choose between two very different experiences on the same 20-passenger catamaran: a 2.5-hour day sail that includes a stop at a secluded beach for swimming and shelling (weather permitting), or a 2-hour sunset cruise that skips the beach stop in favor of watching the sky change color over open water.

Soda, water, beer, and white wine are included in the price on both options, and the sunset cruise adds a champagne toast as the sun goes down. Groups of 7 or more should plan for an 18% gratuity added at checkout, payable directly to the captain. For smaller groups wanting something more intimate, the same outfit also runs Lil' Beans, a 25-foot pontoon available for private charters of up to 6 guests.