Welcome. We invite you to enjoy an atmosphere that's a little quieter, a little less hurried and a lot less like the rest of world. A place of exotic tropical wildlife, pristine white sand beaches and hundreds of uninhabited islands. A time for searching for seashells, enjoying family or just lounging on a beach. A tropical island getaway on southwest Florida's gulf. The Beaches of Fort Myers and Sanibel: Sanibel & Captiva Island, Fort Myers Beach, Fort Myers, Bonita Springs & Estero, Cape Coral, Pine Island, Boca Grande & Outer Islands, North Fort Myers and Lehigh Acres.

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Naturally Untamed Beaches

The beaches along The Beaches of Fort Myers & Sanibel have played host to conservationists throughout the ages. The area's first known inhabitants, the Calusa Indians, lived in harmony with the earth along the lacy coastline, taking their sustenance from the fruits of land and sea. Unlike many beaches in Florida, most on The Beaches of Fort Myers & Sanibel are left ungroomed. More about the Naturally Untamed Beaches

Cape Coral Historical Museum

The Museum was established by The Cape Coral Historical Society to preserve the history of Cape Coral and Southwest Florida. Originally, our building was the clubhouse at The Cape Coral Country Club. Then in 1977, it was moved to Four Freedoms Park and used as a multi-functional facility. In 1983 the Historical Society moved the building to Cultural Park for the establishment of the Museum. More about the Cape Coral Historical Museum

Calusa Nature Center & Planetarium

The Calusa Nature Center and planetarium is a private, not for profit, environmental education organization located in Fort Myers, Florida. Our 105 acre site has a museum, nature trails, planetarium, aviary, gift shop and meeting and picnic areas. Strolling through our museum, visitors can learn about Southwest Florida's natural history. Daily educational programs allow visitors an up close and personal view of some of our resident creatures, including snakes, alligators and crocodiles. More about the Calusa Nature Center & Planetarium

Eden Vineyards & Winery

The Kiser family began planting of fine wine grapes in southwest Florida over thirty years ago. Their purpose, to see if they could grow the grapes that produce the fine wines of the world; Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir, Merlot, Sangiovese and others. They learned that although the grapes would grow, after only a few years they would begin to die. The culprit was Pierces Disease, a little known condition that attacked the vitis vinifera specie. More about the Eden Vineyards & Winery

And when it rains...

Here in the Fort Myers & Sanibel area, residents often welcome rainy days because they are so rare. And because they give us an opportunity to take the kids to those indoor museums and attractions they've been asking to visit. These suggestions also work for days when you're ready to get out of the sun, and can be interchanged with days on the Natural Adventures and Just Add Water itineraries. More about And when it rains...

Nothing beats the excitement that builds as you speed across the open blue ocean looking for that perfect spot to reel in your "Big Catch." Numerous charter boats offer half and full day packages for small groups whether you're an experienced fishermen or a beginner in search of your first hook. More about the Exicitement of Offshore Fishing

Family Wildlife Shutterbug Safari

For the kind of wildlife shooting we do in The Beaches of Fort Myers & Sanibel, we aim through a camera lens. The trophy photos can be the highlight of a family foray into nature. Follow the F-stops along this tour to find the most photogenic wildlife we've got. The F stands for family, fun and memories that last forever. More about the Family Wildlife Shutterbug Safari

Lovers Key State Park

For years, Lovers Key was accessible only by boat and it was said that only lovers traveled to the island to enjoy its remote and solitary beach. Today, it is one of four barrier islands that make up this state park. A haven for wildlife, the islands and their waters are home to West Indian manatees, bottlenose dolphins, roseate spoonbills, marsh rabbits, and bald eagles. The two mile long beach is accessible by boardwalk or tram and is popular for shelling, swimming, picnicking, and sunbathing. More about the Lovers Key State Park

Treasure Hunt

Left-handed shells. A fish with fins, legs, wings and obviously an identity crisis. Crabs that give themselves time-outs. Bones once belonging to prehistoric monsters. Birds that eat with big pink spoons. What kind of place is this anyway? No, you haven’t stepped into a Dr. Seuss book, this is Lee County, The Beaches of Fort Myers & Sanibel in Southwest Florida, where wondrous creatures past and present make a family treasure hunt better than fantasy. More about the Treasure Hunt