On the Great Calusa Blueway on Florida’s west coast, conditions range from the Gulf of Mexico’s open water, through the bays of Sanibel and Captiva, and into sheltered mangrove creeks. The bird-watching is sublime, with dolphin and manatee sightings common.
The state’s first aquatic preserve
A subtropical playground
Make your adventure last longer than a day trip
80+ highlights and access points along the 190-mile trail
1,200-pound manatees to elegant roseate spoonbills
Get intimate with nature. Go where few can go. Travel with a professional naturalist in quiet, easy to handle kayaks. Miles of
Your adventure on the water awaits! Hello and welcome to first lite charters! A family owned and operated fishing charter that
This 8 acre environmental park is a great place to enjoy viewing manatees, especially in the cooler months, as well as fishing
