The Great Calusa Blueway offers you the right way to see and experience natural Florida. It is a 190-mile long, clearly marked kayak and canoe trail that takes paddlers through Lee Country’s coastal waters and tributaries that lead inland. The trail is suitable for everyone, from beginner kayakers to experienced and advanced paddlers. If you are looking for adventure vacation ideas on Sanibel Island, don't miss the Great Calusa Blueway.
The trail meanders through the Gulf of Mexico’s three distinct regions. It starts at Estero Bay, continues to Matlacha Pass and the Pine Island, and ends at the Caloosahatchee with its numerous tributaries. From open water, through the Captiva and Sanibel’s bays and sheltered, dense mangrove creeks, the trail takes paddlers through the habitats of hundreds of birds, manatees, dolphins, and so many other animals. For nature lovers, the Great Calusa Blueway is sure to deliver an unforgettable experience.
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