Rediscover natural fun in the heart of Naples. Explore this nationally accredited zoo with animals from alligators to zebras blended into a historic botanical garden - two attractions in one! See Tiger Forest, Panther Glade, and African Oasis. Enjoy exciting wildlife presentations all day and a cruise past islands of monkeys.
Sailing Instruction ~ Private Sailing Lessons ~ Crewed Sailing Charters. Sail Marco is located on Marco Island, on the Gulf of Mexico in Southwest Florida. Sail Marco is owned and operated by Captain Richard Hamm, a sailor with over 20 years of sailing experience on the waters of the Eastern United States and the Florida Gulf coast.
Native Guided safaris and eco tours. Experience the oldest ways to explore the Everglades National Park back country and Big Cypress Swamp reigon. Private 2-4 hour Native guided Pole Boat eco tours,Paddling tours, Swamp hikes, Buggy tours and Airboat tours; Canoe, Kayak, Cabin and camping gear rental to plan your own adventure. Located in the Big Cypress National Preserve. Minutes from Everglades City. Reservations required. Limited availability.
Address:
238 Mamie Street PO Box 824
Chokoloskee Island, FL 34138
Phone: 239-695-3633
Enjoy a guided boat tour in the 10,000 Islands; Experience kayak fishing in the Everglades National Park backcountry; Canoe through magnificent mangrove tunnels; Enjoy a guided bicycle tour amongst old-growth cypress hammocks; Catch tarpon and snook on a guided fishing trip; Hike into the prairies, wetlands and sloughs to find rare orchids; Take a guided birding trip; or over fly the entire area in a float plane.
Fishing
Resource center for fishing in Southwest Florida. View information on fish species, food quality, tide charts, charters and much more.
Local Parks
Links to community parks & recreation areas
Shelling
Tips for shelling: from what to bring to shell, to how to clean them
Many people who come to Florida for the wildlife probably come for one animal alone: a talking mouse. While this talking mouse is a fun attraction, and quite articulate for a rodent, Florida is also filled with many other types of equally-appealing species. These beasts might not have been invented by the genius of Disney, but the creatures of Florida definitely allow Mother Nature to give ol’ Walt a run for his money.
Alligators: In 1987, the American Alligator became the official reptile of Florida. The reason for this is simple: in Florida, alligators are everywhere. This might not seem exciting to the people who live there: the alligators may be viewed as nothing but pests who swim in ponds, walk slowly across roads, and occasionally eat a neighbor’s cat. But for people visiting from places that don’t have alligators, they can be exciting...read more »
Sanibel
Biking
If you want to cover more of the sights with a little less sand, a bike can be the ideal solution and a great way to wear off the effects of the area's fine dining. The many paths make certain you don't miss out on Sanibel Island's best sites. There are several businesses in the area that allow you to rent bikes and even equipment for the beach in case you would like to stop along the way. Better yet, plan a quiet picnic at the water's edge. Children are no obstacle either; jogging strollers and other equipment is also available....read more »
