Hit the Water For Memories of a Lifetime

Visitors considering a trip to Sanibel Island, Floridatake aboard boats that will take you to Cayo
will find there are certainly plenty of boating andCosta and North Captiva where you are certain
water activities to keep them happy in the localto find an abundance of beautiful and unique shells.
area. There are three rivers located in theThe seasoned local guides will be sure to delight
immediate area; the Caloosahatchee, the Imperialyou with tales about the areas cultural history.
and the Estero. Visitors to the area who areYou might also wish to consider taking one of the
interested in sailing will find the Gulf to be idealnature cruises available which are ideal for all ages
while the causeway is perfect for windsurfing.and provide a wonderful introduction to the local
The local marinas stock everything you mightflora and fauna.
need for local water and boating activities whileIf you happen to have your own personal
local guides are always willing to share theirwatercraft, there are plenty of opportunities for
extensive knowledge regarding the tides.servicing at the many marinas scattered
There are many ways to become familiar withthroughout the Sanibel beach area. Many of the
the waterways in the Sanibel area, includingmarinas are full service and even offer overnight
hopping aboard a water taxi or chartering a boatdockage.
with one of the many knowledgeable areaSailing more to your liking? One of the best places
captains. The outer islands are definitely a treatto catch a good wind is the north end of Captiva
and the pristine beauty you will find on the barrierIsland. New to the art of sailing? Consider taking a
islands should not be missed during a trip to theclass at the Offshore Sailing School, located at
area. Sanibel Island hotel accommodations run theSouth Seas Island Resort.
gamut on the islands, ranging from four-starWhether you are chartering a cruise, setting sail
accommodations to camping cabins.on your own watercraft or joining a shelling tour
Even if you are just planning a daytrip to Sanibelyou will find there are plenty of activities in and
Island you will find plenty to keep you occupiedaround the local waterways in Sanibel, Florida to
along the local waterways, including collecting shells.make your trip enjoyable and memorable.
There are even shelling charter tours you can