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Sanibel Island

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Wildlife Areas · Beaches · Lighthouses
Take a trip to Sanibel Island if you like pretty sunsets and luxurious resorts. Most people go there for "shelling" on the beach--the "Sanibel stoop" remains a tourist favorite. It's a family-friendly destination with a village atmosphere and loads of chances for viewing local wildlife. Plan a trip to United States easily and quickly by telling Inspirock to suggest an itinerary.
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    Top Sanibel Island tours

    FROM $70 BOOK WITH VIATOR Copacetic Eco Sailing Tour
    5.0
    Duration: 2 hours
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    FROM $70 BOOK WITH VIATOR Sunset Sail
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    Duration: 2 hours
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    Popular things to do in Sanibel Island

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    Wildlife Area
    J.N. "Ding" Darling National Wildlife Refuge
    4.4
    Duration: 4 hours
    Sanibel Causeway ©
    Scenic Drive
    Sanibel Causeway
    4.4
    Duration: 2 hours
    The Bailey-Matthews National Shell Museum ©
    Specialty Museum
    The Bailey-Matthews National Shell Museum
    4.4
    Duration: 2 hours
    Bowman's Beach ©
    Beach
    Bowman's Beach
    4.2
    Duration: 2 hours

    Side trips from Sanibel Island

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    Boat Tour
    Boat Tours & Water Sports
    Cape Coral
    4.9
    Duration: 2 hours
    Captiva Beach ©
    Beach
    Captiva Beach
    Captiva Island
    4.4
    Duration: 2 hours
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    Fishing Charter / Tour
    Fishing Charters & Tours
    Captiva Island
    4.5
    Duration: 2 hours
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    Parasailing / Paragliding
    Parasailing & Paragliding
    Captiva Island
    4.6
    Duration: 4 hours

    Kid-friendly things to do in Sanibel Island

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    Blind Pass Beach Park ©
    Beach
    Blind Pass Beach Park
    4.2
    Duration: 2 hours
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    Boat Tour
    Boat Tours & Water Sports
    4.5
    Duration: 2 hours
    Sanibel Community Playground ©
    Playground
    Sanibel Community Playground
    4.8
    Duration: 2 hours
    Tarpon Bay Beach ©
    Beach
    Tarpon Bay Beach
    4.2
    Duration: 2h 30 min

    Shopping in Sanibel Island

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    Bailey's General Store ©
    Gift & Specialty Shop
    Bailey's General Store
    4.6
    Duration: 2 hours
    Sanibel Island Farmer's Market ©
    Flea Market
    Sanibel Island Farmer's Market
    4.7
    Duration: 30 minutes
    Gene's Bookstore ©
    Gift & Specialty Shop
    Gene's Bookstore
    4.8
    Duration: 1h 30 min
    Periwinkle Place ©
    Shopping Mall
    Periwinkle Place
    4.5
    Duration: 2 hours

    Hidden gems in Sanibel Island

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    Fishing Charter / Tour
    Fishing Charters & Tours
    5.0
    Duration: 4 hours
    Dolphin / Whale Watching
    Dolphin & Whale Watching
    5.0
    Duration: 2 hours
    Gulfside Beach ©
    Beach
    Gulfside Beach
    4.3
    Duration: 2 hours
    Whitney's Bait and Tackle
    Outdoor Activity
    Whitney's Bait and Tackle
    4.9
    Duration: 2 hours

    Wildlife in Sanibel Island

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    Clinic for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife (CROW)
    Wildlife Area
    Clinic for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife (CROW)
    4.2
    Duration: 2 hours
    Sanibel Captiva Conservation Foundation ©
    Wildlife Area
    Sanibel Captiva Conservation Foundation
    4.3
    Duration: 2 hours

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    Where to stay in Sanibel Island

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    Condos, apartments, and guesthouses personalized by their owners tend to stick to the beachside and include stunning views and private pools. Book in advance online or over the phone, as prices can be dear if you wait until the last minute.
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    Places to visit with Sanibel Island

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