Alligators like to hang out bayside, they don't like saltwater. Chances are you won't see one. ... Actually, only 'confused' gators go to Captiva. While gators will swim up to 200 miles in the salt water, they prefer fresh to slightly brackish water and stay on Sanibel.
Sanibel Island & Captiva Island are located off the coast of southwest Florida, just west of Fort Myers, Florida. Fort Myers is situated between Naples, FL and Tampa, Fl. The Fort Myers Airport, Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW airport code), is located approximately 20 miles away from Sanibel Island.Aug 8, 2018
sanibel & captiva Find protected white-sand beaches brimming with shells, unmatched wildlife viewing and a family-focused village atmosphere. Palm trees and nature flourish here on heavily vegetated flower-lined islands famous for beaches and the incredible variety of shells on the shore.
DescriptionCaptiva Island is an island in Lee County, Florida, located just offshore in the Gulf of Mexico. Captiva Island is just north of Sanibel Island. Wikipedia
Captiva Island
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Captiva, FL
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Institution featuring Christmas decorations & other kitschy decor plus American eats & dessert.
Captiva, FL
Upbeat, tropical-themed American bistro with a patio, live music & a signature Key lime pie.
Captiva, FL
Unfancy American plates served 3 meals a day in an indoor-outdoor cafe setting with live music.