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Sanibel Island a Fort Myers Beach Attractions


A vacation on the Gulf of Mexico has a certain quality serenity that is not found just anywhere. Fort Myers Beach Attractions like Sanibel Island, Captiva have a way of taking us out of the stresses of everyday life. A trip to these regions guarantees a return to what is important, rest and relaxation.

Each of these attractions offers its own unique atmosphere and history. Sanibel Island known for its shelling, natural beaches, boating, birding, exotic fishing and fierce wild life was once inhabited by the explorer Juan Ponce de Leon and 200 other settlers. Two attractions we recommend in Sanibel Beach: The Sanibel Island Lighthouse a 98 foot tall lighthouse on the southwest area of the coast and The Sanibel Island Historical Museum and Village.
Fort Myers Bird Watching
If you enjoy birding Sanibel Island is one of the best places in the country to watch. We have put together a small list of accidentals you might see maybe twice a year. Count yourself as lucky if you see any of these birds while you are on vacation.

Northern Gannet Greater Flamingo, Fulvous Whistling-Duck, Wood Duck, Snow Goose, Eurasian Wigeon, Gadwall, Ruddy Duck, Swainson's Hawk, Canvasback, Redhead, Ring-necked Duck, Bufflehead, Parasitic Jaeger, Pectoral Sandpiper, Black Rail, Purple Gallinule, Limpkin, Sandhill Crane, American Avocet, Whimbrel, White-rumped Sandpiper, Common Black-headed Gull, Great Black-backed Gull, Gull-billed Tern, Roseate Tern, Common Tern, White-winged Dove, Rock Dove, White-crowned Pigeon, Monk Parakeet, Green Parakeet, Canary-winged Parakeet, Rose-ringed Parakeet, Black-billed Cuckoo, Smooth-billed Ani, Barred Owl, Short-eared Owl, Red-headed Woodpecker, Hairy Woodpecker, Vermilion Flycatcher, Sedge Wren, Marsh Wren, Eastern Bluebird, Ruby-crowned Kinglet, Swainson's Thrush, Loggerhead Shrike, Yellow-throated Vireo, Philadelphia Vireo, Pine Warbler, Chestnut-sided Warbler, Wilson's Warbler, Yellow-breasted Chat, Savannah Sparrow, Kentucky Warbler, and Eastern Meadowlark


Captiva Island

After spending some time on Sanibel Island cruise over to Captiva Island for even more exciting experiences. It is very easy to get from one island to the other, they are simply attached by one bridge.

One can sum up Captiva Island by just a few elements: how close it is to both the Gulf and the Bay, the wonderful quaint village, you can walk to a lot of different fun events. Also, every amenity you can think of is waiting for you in the village like massages and beach portraits. The Shopping is especially good. Finally, stand on the beach and enjoy one of the most breathtaking sunsets you will ever see.

Fort Myers Beach

We save the best for last. Below we have listed several businesses that are sure to improve your stay. Browse the listings below for explanation of each of the Fort Myers Beach activities.


Featured Listings


Adventures in Paradise
Contry Inn & Suites
239-472-8443
14341 Port Comfort Rd.
Fort Myers, FL 33908

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Established on Sanibel Island in 1986, Adventures in Paradise Cruises hopes to bring you our love of the sea - dolphins, manatee, sea otters, seahorses and shelling throughout the waters surrounding Sanibel & Captiva Islands! Cruise with us for Fishing, Shelling and lunch at Cabbage Key, Sealife Encounters, Dolphin Excursions, and Sunset Champagne Cruises. Canoe & Kayak Eco Tours thru our private mangrove forest or rent your own kayak or powerboat!



Captiva Cruises
Contry Inn & Suites
239-472-5300
McCarthy's Marina & South Seas Resort
Captiva Island, Florida 33924

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Founded in 1986, Captiva Cruises is an excursion boat company, which operates a fleet of vessels & an exciting program of tours and cruises from world-famous, South Sea Resort and McCarthy's Marina. Join us on a wonderful excursion out to the islands of Cabbage Key, Useppa, Cayo Costa or Boca Grande, or come aboard for an afternoon "Dolphin Watch" cruise or "Sunset Sail". Captiva Cruises creates unforgettable vacation memories.



Everglades Day Safari
Everglades Day Safari
239-472-1559
Various pick-up locations
Fort Myers, FL 33908

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On the Everglades Day Safari, trained naturalists guide you through the Everglades in search of alligators, birds, snakes, plants and mammels. Your all inclusive, full-day ecotour blends adventure with beauty as you explore the different kingdoms of the Everglades. Truly a Photographer's Paradise!


















Good Time Charters
Everglades Day Safari
239-405-2060
Fish Tale Marina Docks
Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931

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Back Water Fishing, Dolphins, Wildlife, Sunset Cruises, Shelling, and Kayak Tours, Private Parties and More!! We have been providing Fort Myers Beach our services since 1999.To ensure that you have a Good Time, all of our captains are knowledgeable and professional yet laid back and lots of fun.


















Key West Express Fort Myers Beach
Contry Inn & Suites
239-463-5733
1200 Main St.
Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931

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Enjoy the tropical island paradise of Key West in just 3 ½ hours when you travel aboard the jet-powered vessels of the Key West Express. Getting there & back is half the fun aboard modern and spacious jet-powered vessels offering year round service to the vacation spot of Pirates, Poets, Presidents & Partygoers. Whatever your pleasure, Key West has it waiting for you! Departing from the Ports of Ft. Myers Beach and Marco Island (in season).


King Fisher Aerial Sightseeing
Contry Inn & Suites
239-823-6225
4020 Pine Island Airport (1FA3)

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Come see what our area has to offer!! Kingfisher Aerial Services is owned and operated by Timothy J. McTeague.  Tim has thousands of hours logged in the air over this beautiful land and sea area of Southwest Florida.Watch the Dolphins, Manatees, Sharks and Tarpon in their Natural Habitat. We also offer Aerial Photography for Real Estate, Residential, Commercial, Acreage Air to Air, Site, Insurance and Fishing holes.

Alphabetical Listings


Adventure Watersports
239-849-6342
6978 Soarboro Dr.
Fort Myers, FL 33919


 

Big M Casino
239-765-7529
450 Harbor Ct..
Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931

 

Capt. Tony's Fishing Adventures
239-415-0515
18800 San Carlos Blvd.
Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931

 

Captain Bob's Excellent Adventure
888-847-9074
Call for Address
Fort Myers, FL 33901

 

Everglades Adventure Tours
239-765-1636
17861 Rebeca Ave.
Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931

 

Fish Tale Marina
239-463-3600
7225 Estero Blvd.
Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931

 

Florida's Best Everglades Adventures Pelican Tours
239-463-2630
Door to Door pick ups
Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931

 

Fun Rentals
239-463-8844
1901 Estero Blvd.
Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931

 

Getaway Marina
239-466-3600
18120 San Carlos Blvd.
Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931

 

Gulf Star Marina
239-765-1956
742 Fisherman's Wharf
Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931

 

Holiday Water Sports
239-707-8261
11711 Isle of Palms Dr
Fort Myers Beach , FL 33931

 

 

Jungle Golf
239-466-9797
17710 San Carlos Blvd.
Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931

 

Matlacha Sailing
239-415-4401
18600 San Carlos Blvd.
Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931

 

Moss Marine
239-765-6677
450 Harbor Ct.
Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931

 

Ostega Bay Foundation Marine Science Center
877-217-0099
718 Fishermans Wharf
Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931

 

Paradise Hang Gliding
888-WINGS-FL
Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931

 

 

 

Paradise Parasail
239-463-7272
1130 Estero Blvd.
Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931

 

 

 

Pelican Tours
239-437-6482
17861 Rebecca Ave
Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931

 

 

Pieces of Eight Pirate Cruise
239-765-7272
At Salty Sam's Marina
2500 Main Street
Fort Myers, FL 33931

 

Planet Ocean
239-765-5999
2500 Main St.
Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931

 

Ranalli Parasail & Watersports
239-542-5511
2000 Estero Blvd.
Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931

 

Salty Sam's Marina
239-463-7333
2500 Main St.
Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931

 

Sea Quest
239-834-3266
18218 Poplar Rd
San Carlos, FL 33967

 

 

Sea Rocket USA
239-233-1578
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Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931

 

Sea Trek
N/A
9050 Harvestwood Cir.
Estero, FL 33928

 

Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf
239-466-5855
17450 San Carlos Blvd.
Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931

 

Snook Bight Marina
239-765-4371
4765 Estero Blvd.
Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931

 

Sundance Sailing
239-565-5690
645 Old San Carlos Blvd.
Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931