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ACTIVITIES Mike Fuery’s Tours ‘Tween Waters Inn Marina, Captiva Island, FL 33924, 239-466-3649 Three-hour shelling charters, nature and boat tours. Explore the beaches with shelling expert and local columnist Mike Fuery. 7:30 - 10:30 a.m. daily. 3 s s Paddle Creek Outﬁtters 3444 Marinatown Ln., North Fort Myers, FL 33903, 239-997-2248, www.paddlecreekoutﬁtters.com Offers rentals and sales of recreational and ﬁshing kayaks, ﬁshing tackle and bait. Guided tours of Hancock Creek and Caloosahatchee River. q a c Rhumbline Sailing 18944 Pine Run Ln., Fort Myers, FL 33967, 239-223-3307, www.rhumblinesailing.com Captained, luxury sailing catamaran charters with sunset, half-day, full-day and overnight trips available. Gourmet meals served. Ofﬁce: Mon. - Fri. 9 a.m. 5 p.m., Sat. and Sun. by appointment. Allow 3.5 hours to 1 week. q a aboard a tram, nature and sea life cruise or guided kayak tour. Renting kayaks, canoes, pontoon boats, bicycles and ﬁshing equipment. New gift shop in 2008. 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. (or 6 p.m. in summer) daily. 2dqhcprt New Moon Sailing ‘Tween Waters Inn Marina, Captiva Island, FL 33924, 239-395-1782, www.newmoonsailing.com Enjoy a half-day, full-day or week-long cruise. Offering lunch and dinner cruises, sunset cruises, boat tours and sailing charters. See dolphins, manatees and otters on this 40-ft. sloop. By reservation: 3-hour half-day or 7-hour full-day. s s qa s ATTRACTIONS s New World Cruise Lines, Inc. P.O. Box 6501, Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931, 239-281-8909, www.newworldcruiselines.com The Beach Cat departs the Pink Shell Resort daily on dolphin watches, sunset tours and daily island lunch cruises. Island adventures include trips to Sanibel, Captiva, North Captiva, Cabbage Key, Pine Island and worlds beyond. Private charters too. Allow 1 - 5 hours. Sea Rocket USA 18400 San Carlos Blvd., Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931, 239-233-1578, www.searocketusa.com See Fort Myers Beach, Sanibel and Captiva aboard a high-speed jet boat. Familyfriendly 75-minute trips. See dolphins. 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. daily. q Tarpon Bay Explorers 900 Tarpon Bay Rd., Sanibel Island, FL 33957, 239-472-8900, www.tarponbayexplorers.com Experience the extraordinary at Tarpon Bay in a wildlife refuge Tropic Star of Pine Island Pineland Marina, 13921 Waterfront Dr., Pineland, FL 33945, 239-283-0015, www.tropicstarcruises.com Ofﬁcial concessionaire offering regular cruise-boat service from Pine Island to Cayo Costa State Park. Eco Heritage Nature Cruises, Cabbage Key and Cayo Costa nature cruise, two-hour Calusa Indian Mound boat tours and kayak rentals. 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. daily. Allow up to 8 hours. s & qhc s s Water Experiences, Inc. Fish Tale Marina, 7225 Estero Blvd., Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931, 239-839-2109, www.sunsetride.com Owner-operated charter with custom dolphin and shelling excursions for families of all ages. Vessel features crow’s nest seating bird’s-eye view. Dolphin spotting guaranteed. Allow 4 to 8 hours. q BEACHES, s Boca Grande Lighthouse 880 Belcher Rd., Boca Grande, 941-964-0375 Home of the Boca Grande Lighthouse. This landmark also provides cool shade for picnickers. Swimming is not recommended here because of strong currents. q h p ✓ ✓ ✓ Bonita Beach Park www.leeparks.org ✓ 27954 Hickory Blvd., Bonita Springs, 239-949-4615 A gazebo and a playground make this an excellent beach for families. Great opportunities to see dolphins frolicking along the shoreline. q h c k r p s ✓ ✓ ✓ Bowditch Point Regional Park www.leeparks.org ✓ 50 Estero Blvd., Fort Myers Beach, 239-765-6794 Ample amenities, interpretive nature signs, wild beauty and snack bar; this beach has something for everyone. Winner of the Healthy Beaches Award. hkrpbg s ✓ ✓ s Bowman’s Beach www.leeparks.org ✓ 1700 Bowman's Beach Rd., Sanibel Island, 239-472-6397 Although it’s the area’s most popular beach, there’s still plenty of room to stretch out and discover a private spot for swimming or shelling. h p ✓ ✓ s Bunche Beach www.leeparks.org 18201 John Morris Rd., Fort Myers, 239-765-6794 A natural tidal wetlands area that is representative of the area before the introduction of exotic plant species. This is Old Florida. g Captiva Beach www.leeparks.org Captiva Island Captiva has been called "one of the most romantic beaches" in Southwest Florida. Quiet beach offering amazing sunset views. Portable restroom facilities. ✓ s PAGE 92 Unfold map insert for key to symbols Fishing Pier Playground Restrooms Parking Showers For more details on area beaches please see pp46-47. http://www.paddlecreekoutfitters.com http://www.tropicstarcruises.com http://www.rhumblinesailing.com http://www.newmoonsailing.com http://www.searocketusa.com http://www.sunsetride.com http://www.tarponbayexplorers.com http://www.leeparks.org http://www.leeparks.org http://www.leeparks.org http://www.leeparks.org http://www.leeparks.org

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Fort Myers & Sanibel/Lee County Visitor's Guide 2009 Contents About The Beaches of Fort Myers & Sanibel Sanibel & Captiva Map Fort Myers Beach Map Fort Myers Map The Natural World Best Bets Beautiful Beaches and Water Wonder Best Bets Arts, Culture & History Best Bets Dining & Nightlife Dining Best Bets Nightlife Best Bets Shopping Best Bets Day Trips Attractions & Activities Beaches Golf Boating & Fishing Marinas RV Parks & Campgrounds Accommodations Index

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