Situated 25 miles from Fort Meyers, Sanibel Island gives guests a chance to relax and unwind while enjoying island beaches, dining on seafood, or exploring the lush local ecosystem. Surfers and sailors tend to hang out at Sanibel’s most popular beach, Bowman’s. Meanwhile, visitors can collect shells and other natural treasures over at the more secluded Blind Pass Beach. The Darling National Wildlife Refuge houses hundreds of different wildlife species including crocodiles, giant manatees, and lots of birds. Tourists can also spend the morning kayaking and canoeing through the mangrove-lined waterways or rent bikes for the day to get around.

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