Location: Sanibel Island < Florida South Central Gulf Coast < Florida < USA
Nearest Airport:
SWFlorida International-Ft Myers (RSW) at 25
Miles
Nearest Motorway:
I-75 at 20
Miles
Nearest Beach:
beach at 80
Metres
Car: recommended
Sanibel Island maintains an unspoiled, tropical island ambiance on the Gulf of Mexico w/white sand, warm water, & a vast array of colorful seashells which are replenished with every tide.
With dark skies, tree lined streets, it feels like a world away, but it is easy to reach from Southwest Florida International Airport in Ft Myers via the three mile long, Sanibel Causeway.
Winter temperatures are among the warmest in the US and summer temperatures are moderated by soft Gulf breezes, which has made Sanibel/Captiva a popular vacation destination in all seasons.
Island Activities include:
* 2 Golf courses open to public
* Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge
* Bailey Matthews Shell Museum
* 24 miles of Bike paths
* Fishing pier
* Boat tours, boat rentals, & charters
* Canoe and kayak rentals
* Shelling
* Art galleries.
Island Conveniences include:
* 2 Supermarkets
* Many Boutiques & stores
* Approx. 60 restaurants
* Pharmacies
* Ice cream & coffee sh