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Private Dolphin Watching Beach Day Getaway

5.038 reviewsDay trips

  • 5 hours
  • Free cancellation up to 24h before
  • 2 languages
  • Instant confirmation

Highlights

Set out on a private boat tour where dolphin sightings and island beauty come together for an unforgettable day. Departing from Cape Coral, we’ll cruise waters where bottlenose dolphins are often seen swimming and playing in their natural habitat. The journey leads to one of Southwest Florida’s pristine barrier island beaches, a perfect setting to swim, collect shell, enjoy a picnic, or simply relax by the shore. Whether you’re traveling as a family, a couple, or with friends, this getaway blends adventure and leisure in a way everyone can enjoy. - Enjoy a private cruise aboard a spacious 27-foot Sea Ray 270 SDX - Likely sightings of wild bottlenose dolphins in their natural habitat - Relax at pristine beaches like Sanibel, North Captiva, or Cayo Costa - Cooler with ice and bottled water provided for your convenience - Feel free to bring any snacks and drinks you'd like (alcoholic drinks are welcome onboard)

Inclusions

What's included

  • Bottled water

What's not

  • Food & alcoholic beverages are not included (guests may bring their own)

Itinerary

  1. On our way to Sanibel Island, we’ll cruise past well-known dolphin watching spots, including the waters near Picnic Island. These areas are home to playful dolphins, and sightings in their natural habitat are frequent., often surfacing and swimming nearby, creating unforgettable moments along the journey. Once we arrive at Sanibel, you’ll have the chance to step ashore near the iconic Sanibel Island Lighthouse. It is a beloved landmark with sweeping views of the Gulf waters stretching out into the Gulf. Guests can take a leisurely walk along the sandy shoreline, hunt for shells on beaches famous for their treasures, or capture photos of the lighthouse framed by palm trees and sea oats. Families may enjoy wading in the shallow waters, while couples can find a quiet spot to sit and take in the scenery. With plenty of unhurried time here, you’re free to relax, explore, and soak up the unique atmosphere of this historic island before we set out on our return journey.

    3 h

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

Reviews

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Know before you go

Pickup
Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the starting point.
Ticket type
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operated by
Coastal Friends Boat Tours
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please let us know in advance if any guests have mobility concerns so we can ensure a safe and comfortable experience for everyone.

How it compares in Fort Myers

  • Its from-price is 84% above the median of the 11 day trips we list in Fort Myers.
  • Its length is typical for the group.
  • By number of reviews it ranks 2 of 11.
  • The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Fort Myers

Fort Myers is a Gulf Coast city on Florida's Caloosahatchee River, with palm-lined avenues, Edison's winter home and island beaches nearby.

Fort Myers stands on the Caloosahatchee River in south-west Florida, inland from the Gulf of Mexico, and is known as the City of Palms. Thomas Edison built a winter home and laboratory here in 1886, and Henry Ford later bought the house next door; the two estates are now open as a museum with a botanical garden. Royal palms line McGregor Boulevard.

Top-ranked sights in Fort Myers: Rookery Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve, Bowditch Point Park, Florida Repertory Theatre.

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