Great communities create great organizations – not the other way around. In 1979, BIG ARTS was created, by, and for the community, and owes its rich history to a small band of dedicated artists who drew inspiration from each other and from the breathtaking island beauty that infused their work with grace and authenticity. They
Owned and operated by National Audubon Society since 1954, the 13,000-acre Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary features a 2.25-mile boardwalk (or a one-mile shorter loop) that meanders through the ancient Bald Cypress forest, alligator holes, and lakes where colorful wading birds feast. The state-of-the-art Blair Audubon Visitor Center features a Nature Store with unique nature-theme items, a Cafe and Discovery Center for young ones. Open every day of the year. A birders paradise.
Offering a 90 minute Swamp Buggy tour through the 90,000 acre Babcock Ranch and Telegraph Cypress Swamp. View alligators, panthers, birds, deer, turkey, a herd of historic Florida Cracker cattle and more. Get back to nature and enjoy a true wilderness adventure!
Daily cruises departing from Port Sanibel Marina. Join us for Backwater Fishing, Shelling & Lunch Cruises to the barrier islands, Sea Life Encounters, and Dolphin Cruises in the Morning, Afternoon and Sunset. Hop aboard the island trolley for our Historical Trolley Tour of Sanibel Island!
Family owned and operated on Sanibel by the Stewart family since 1986 we offer affordable and fun-filled cruises for the whole family!
Conducting Kayak and Stand Up Paddle Board tours and rentals year round from Tween Waters Inn Marina 15951 Captiva Dr. since 1985. Their specialty is interactive trips that focus on the wildlife, ecology and history of the barrier Islands. Brian and John Houston (owner/guides) offer two generations of experience in guiding groups, as well as offering instruction in kayak skills and safety. Also offering a wide range of kayak options for guests, from fast high end Current Designs Touring Sea Kayaks to entry level and tandem touring kayaks.
5 Star Stables offers beautiful, gentle, well-trained horses, a staff of friendly, experienced trail guides and several scenic guided tours through tall pines, palmettos and an oak hammock. Call us today to schedule your tour.
Home to the NCAA's newest Division I institution, Florida Gulf Coast University. Alico Arena is a 4,250-seat multipurpose facility that hosts FGCU Eagles basketball games, volleyball games, special events and serves as a University event venue.
