Fort Myers

Recreation Guide

Tarpon Migrations
Head down to Fort Myers during the months of April through June to witness one of the planet’s largest annual tarpon migrations. Tarpons can grow up to 8 feet in length, and fishermen from around the country gather here to compete in the tarpon fishing tournaments held every year.

Party and Charter Boats
The waters off of Florida’s southwest coast are some of the most legendary in American oceanic lore, and vacationers to Fort Myers are afforded the perfect opportunity to see just why. Party boats average $40/person for a one-day trip, or guests can opt for a charter boat with a knowledgeable guide for about $400/person.

Kayaking and Canoeing
Guests are invited to rent a kayak or a canoe and take it down one of the many waterways which thread their way through water-dense Southwest Florida. Follow your whimsy down miles of back bays, estuaries, rivers, and creeks, or hire a naturalist guide for a more in-depth experience. Either way, you’ll want to take in unique population of plants and animals that you’ll be slithering next to.

Shell Hunting
You may have never heard of it before, but this pastime is quite popular on Captiva Island, where guests can go to find a variety of shells which populate the sand in high numbers. The best time to search for shells is during the day’s low tide, but we suggest devoting a whole day to exploring this unique side of the Floridian Island.

Bird Watching
Bird watching is an interesting pastime, but it only gets more interesting on Captiva Island, where the diversity of bird life will shock and stun you. Birds on the island can be as small as your pinky; on the other hand, they can grow up to 4 feet tall. Bird watching enthusiasts are encouraged, but those who never looked twice at birds are sure to reconsider their stance once on the island.