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Recreation Guide

 

Boats & Boating

 
 
Canoeing & Kayaking
 
The abundance of unbridged islands and wide bay beckons outdoor types to explore the waters of the Lee Island Coast. Island hopping is a favorite pastime for adventurers.
 
   
Adventure in Paradise
Port Sanibel Marina, east of the Sanibel toll booth.
14341 Port Comfort Rd
Fort Myers, Florida
239 472-8443
 
Naturalist or self-guided through a marked mangrove trail. Rentals available. Free pick up from hotels and condos on Sanibel Island.
 
   
Adventure Sea Kayaking
Tween Waters Marina
15951 Captiva Rd
Captiva Island, Florida
239 437-0056
 
Owner Brian Houston is well-known for his kayaking enthusiasm and nationwide promotion. He offers instruction in kayak operation and informed guided tours in local waters.
 
   
Captiva Kayaks & Wildside Adventures
McCarthy's Marina
15041 Captiva Dr
Captiva Island, Florida
239 395-2925
 
Sea Kayaking tours focus on natural history and sea life; sunrise, sunset, starlight, full moon, and children's adventures. Kayak and canoe rentals available; delivery and pick up.
 
   
Estero River Tackle and Canoe Outfitters
Opposite Koreshan Historic Site
20991 S Tamiami Trail
Estero, Florida
239 992-4050
 
Rents and outfits canoes for a four-mile adventure down the natural Estero River to Estero Bay.
 
   
GAEA
340 Kingston Dr W
Fort Myers, Florida
239 694-5513
 
Guides Kayaking tours at Lovers Key State Park , Estero Bay, and up the Caloosahatchee River for birding. Kayak Clinics at Manatee Park and Archeological tours for Randall Research Center  from Pine Island are also available.
 
   
Great Calusa Blueway
239 461-7400
 
This paddling trail along the Intercoastal Waters extends 90 miles, from Boca Grande to Bonita Springs. Using GPS technology, it takes paddlers to mound key, Lovers Key State Park, Bunche Beach, and other dynamic birding, archaeological, and beaching destinations. You can view maps or request a free map at the site or call the listed phone number for one.
 
   
Gulf Coast Kayak Company
Pine Island
4530 Pine Island Rd
Matlacha, Florida
239 283-1125
 
Morning nature and sunset trips in Matlacha Aquatic Preserve and other local natural areas; full moon and manatee nature (Thanksgiving - St. Patrick's Day only) ventures. All guides are naturalists and kayak instructors. Rentals are available for self-guided tours.
 
   
Lakes Park
W of US 41
7330 Gladiolus Dr
Fort Myers, Florida
239 432-2000
 
Canoe rentals for paddling on freshwater lakes.
 
   
Manatee Park
E of I-75
10901 Palm Beach Blvd (Route 80)
Fort Myers, Florida
239 432-2038
 
Kayak among the manatees with a double kayak rental. (November-March)
 
   
Tarpon Bay Explorers
900 Tarpon Bay Rd
Sanibel Island, Florida
239 472-8900
 
Rents canoes and kayaks for use in the bay and through Ding Darling Refuge's Commodore Creek Canoe Trail. Guided canoe and kayak tours are also available.
 
   
Tropic Star Cruises
Pine Island
16499 Porto Bello St
Bokeelia, Florida
239 283-0015
 
Rents single and double kayaks for half and full-day trips from Bokeelia to Cayo Costa.
 
Dining Cruises
 
   
Big M Casino
Moss Marine
415 Harbor Court
Fort Myers Beach, Florida
239 765-7529
 
Gambling cruise with live entertainment and buffet as well as      `a la carte dining.
 
   
Fort Myers Beach Cruises
18400 San Carlos Blvd
Fort Myers Beach, Florida
239 238-1776
 
Daily lunch and dinner sunset cruises.
 
   
J.C. Cruises
Fort Myers Yacht Basin
P.O. Box 1688
Fort Myers, Florida
239 334-7474
 
Lunch, dinner, Sunday Brunch, and sightseeing cruises up the Caloosahatchee River aboard a three-deck paddle wheeler.
 
   
Port Sanibel Marina
Port Sanibel Marina, Fort Myers
14341 Port Comfort Rd
Fort Myers, Florida
239 472-8443
 
Port Sanibel Marina offers a variety of cruises and tours  to suit every interest. Fish Sanibel's grass flats, shell remote barrier island shores, snorkel with dolphin, see and learn about Florida's wildlife, mangrove islands and estuaries, or enjoy sunset with champagne and tropical music.
 
   
Sanibel Harbor Princess
Sanibel Harbor Resort
17260 Harbour Pointe Drive
Fort Myers, Florida
239 466-2128
 
Sunset dinner buffet and hors d'oeuvre cruises aboard a n elegant 100-foot luxury yacht.
 
Personal Watercraft Rentals/Tours
 
   
Holiday Water Sports
Pink Shell Beach Resort
250 Estero Blvd
Fort Myers Beach, Florida
239 765-4386
 
Wave runner rentals, lessons, and dolphin-spotting/heritage tours.
 
   
Holiday Water Sports
Best Western Beach Resort
684 Estero Blvd
Fort Myers Beach, Florida
239 463-6778
 
Wave runner rentals, lessons, and dolphin-spotting/heritage tours.
 
Powerboat / Sailboat Rentals
 
   
The Boat House
Sanibel Marina
634 N Yachtsman Dr
Sanibel Island, Florida
239 472-2531
 
Power boats for trips into intracoastal waters only.
 
   
Fish-Tale Marina
Fish-Tale Marina
7225 Estero Blvd
Fort Myers Beach, Florida
239 463-3600
 
Rents Grady Whites, pontoons, and skiffs.
 
   
Four Winds Marina
Pine Island
16501 Stringfellow Rd
Bokeelia, Florida
239 283-0250
 
Rents 19 to 21-foot fishing and deck boats.
 
   
Paradise Vacations
Marinatown
3444 Marinatown Ln
North Fort Myers Florida
239 995-0585
 
Rent 41-foot air-conditioned houseboats for one to seven day cruises out of Marinatown. Full galley and fishing gear included.
 
   
Port Sanibel Marina
Port Sanibel Marina, Fort Myers
14341 Port Comfort Rd
Fort Myers, Florida
239 472-8443
 
Rents Grady White bow riders and center console or deck boats by half day, day, and week.
 
 
   
Southwest Florida Yachts
Marinatown
3444 Marinatown Ln
North Fort Myers, Florida
800 262-7939
 
Offers power-yachting lessons and rentals in the 32 to 43-foot range. Courses include offshore navigation, electronic navigation, overnight anchoring, advanced marlinspike, and more.
 
   
Sweet Water Boat Rentals
Tween Waters Inn Marina
15951 Captiva Dr
Captiva, Florida
239 472-6336
 
Rents 19-foot center-console boats that hold up to six passengers.
 
 

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