Sanibel Sea School Eco-educational marine field trips for children (ages six through 13) and adults. Details 414 Lagoon Dr., Sanibel Island; 239-472-8585 or sanibelseaschool.org.
J.N. "Ding" Darling National Wildlife Refuge A 6,400-acre park with amazing bird life. Details 1 Wildlife Dr., Sanibel Island; 239-472-1100.
Tarpon Bay Explorers Kayak rentals. Details 900 Tarpon Bay Rd., Sanibel Island; 239-472-8900.
Where to Stay
South Seas Island Resort Villas, beach cottages and a hotel set on a former key lime plantation on Captiva Island. Details Doubles from $169; 877-205-1293 or southseas.com.
Where to Eat
Amy’s Over Easy Café A comfort-food hangout for tomato bisque and BLTs. Details 630 Tarpon Bay Rd., Sanibel Island; 239-472-2625.
The Mucky Duck Fish-and-chips on the beach. Details 11546 Andy Rosse Ln., Captiva Island; 239-472-3434.
Become a fan
Follow us