CAPTIVA ECO Tours
To book for Nov or Dec please send us an email with your request to nwcharters@gmail.com
Full DaY Eco Charter (6 hours)
$900 PER PRIVATE BOAT UP TO 6 PASSENGERS
8AM-2PM DAILy
From snorkeling shallow grass flats and sandbars to shelling miles of natural, unspoiled beaches, experience what other travelers call the highlight of their vacation. This is an immersive, hands-on learning experience for all ages. Explore the beaches and bay of our islands on an unforgettable natural adventure.
We offer a full day experience that covers all of the natural "must-see's" of our marine habitat. Explore hard to reach beaches, shell, snorkel, grab lunch or drinks at iconic island outpost restaurants only accessed by boat, and view the plentiful wildlife that makes our islands come alive. Let us show you the best that our islands have to offer!
-Lunch Options-
Cabbage Key: A 100 acre island accessed only by boat with a special charm that draws you in at first sight. Cabbage Key Inn is a world famous restaurant that has hand-crafted a timeless menu that ranges from delicious pink gulf shrimp to juicy cheeseburgers that can put a hungry sailor at ease. Adult libations include the infamous “Cabbage Creeper” a mix of rum, piña colada mix and coffee liqueur topped with maraschino cherries.
Following a delicious lunch enjoy a walk around the quiet trails or to the top of the island’s water tower where the Gulf of Mexico can be seen over the tree tops of nearby Cayo Costa. Friendly native gopher tortoises roam the grounds and reside in their deep burrows that penetrate the Calusa shell midden on which the Inn sits atop.
Tarpon Lodge: A tranquil “Old Florida” oasis on the western shores of Pine Island. Even in the height of Florida’s busy season the Tarpon Lodge offers a peaceful, secluded dining experience far from the crowds of the Fort Myers area. With locally sourced seafood and a generationally owned and operated tradition, Tarpon Lodge is a breath of fresh air in an era of “tourist trap” restaurants that seem to have overrun the sunshine state.
Following lunch take a step back in time with a walk across the street to the Randell Research Center where a Calusa Shell midden can be accessed by a set of stairs that brings you to one of the highest points above sea level in Lee County.
We like to get out early before the crowds and heat of the day to give you the best experience possible. On our full day trip we’re at our lunch stop in the shade or indoors for roughly 1-1.5 hours. In the warmer months we do plenty of swimming or snorkeling at the beach to keep cool. In the cooler months we ask that you bring extra layers to wear on the water. Our 6 hour trip goes by very fast!
We offer half day (4 hour - $600 PER BOAT) eco tours which do not include a lunch stop
Morning Tour 8Am-12PM I Afternoon Tour 12-4pm
ANSWERING ALL YOUR QUESTIONS ABOUT OUR CHARTER BOAT IN SANIBEL-Captiva, FLORIDA
How many passengers can you accommodate? Per US Coast Guard regulations, we can only take up to 6 passengers. This is strict and there are no exceptions.
We have 7 passengers but one is a baby. Can we all fit on your boat? The US Coast Guard 6 passenger maximum is based on souls aboard, regardless of age. We can not take 7 passengers.
Do you have an age limit? All ages are welcome.
Can I bring drinks and snacks on board? Yes, we have a cooler with ice on board. Feel free to bring any snacks and drinks that you would like while we are out on the water. In an effort to reduce single-use plastics in our waters, we do not provide bottled water and ask that you please remember to bring a reusable water bottle!
Are your rates per person? No, our rates are per private trip. The cost is the same whether it is 1 or 6 people.
Do you provide snorkel gear? Yes, we provide snorkels and masks but feel free to bring your own. Snorkeling is done in shallow water where you can stand and there isn’t a need for fins. Snorkeling happens in the warmer, calm months of April-November.
What type of payment do you accept? We accept cash or credit card.
Do you offer military, senior, or kids discounts? As our guest count is limited by the coast guard and not by age, each guest is equal and we do not currently offer any discounts.
What is your cancellation policy? We collect a deposit to reserve your date and time slot. This deposit is non-refundable unless the trip is canceled by the Captain due to bad weather or unforeseen boat problems. In the case of inclement weather, we will try to re-book your trip for a better day if your schedule allows. Otherwise, we will cheerfully refund your entire deposit. If you fail to show up for your charter or cancel within one week of departure, you forfeit the entire charter amount.
Is there shade on the boat? Yes!
Is there a bathroom on board the boat? We do not have a restroom available on the vessel, but we will never be more than 10 minutes away from one.
Where do you depart? We are currently departing from Tween Waters Marina (15951 Captiva Drive)
What will we see? We will see birds, historical landmarks, undeveloped beaches and islands, and miles of unspoiled mangrove and seagrass habitat. Our resident bottlenose dolphin are a main attraction, and we will observe their natural behaviors from a safe distance never pursuing or altering their behavior. We do not attempt to get them jumping in our wake as this is a form of harassment which is illegal under the MMPA of 1972. Manatees can be spotted in the warmer months. We will provide you with a very memorable tour.
Where do we go? We explore the largely undeveloped barrier islands of northern Pine Island Sound.
Are you licensed and insured? Yes! We are licensed under the US Coast Guard. We are also insured.
Contact us today to get underway on your unforgettable Gulf exploration. We proudly serve Sanibel & Captiva Islands, Florida.
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