Paddle The Secret Garden

Adventures in Paradise at Port Sanibel Marina invites you to canoe and kayak the Roberts Refuge trail, an easy well marked trail teeming with wildlife. Our secret garden trail puts you in the mist of wildlife and native vegetation as you float along reconnecting with nature.

Paddle trails where the ancient Calusa Indians traveled. Quiet, serene trails interrupted by the call of birds, splash of fish or whoosh of manatee coming up for air will thrill paddlers of all ages. This is eco-fun for the entire family. Glide through the mangrove tunnels and marvel at the teaming life the estuaries protect and nourish: gathering fish among the roots which are stalked by birds causing crabs to scurry along the bark. Feed your thirst for adventure and witness first hand the natural cycle of the estuaries in our secret garden.

Launching is available for those with their own canoe or kayak, or rent one of Adventures in Paradise’s new Heritage Kayaks. The Heritage Kayaks are sit on top requiring only a few strokes to get going or change direction and have comfortable seating with back rests. Life Jackets, paddles and trail map are all included. Rental is $25.00 per canoe or kayak, single or double for 2 hours. The hours are 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM seven days a week.

Cruise Captiva's Royal Residences

Have you ever passed one of Captiva’s Estate Homes and wondered what it looked like inside? A new tour, “Cruise the Royal Residences of Captiva” a creative endeavor between Captiva Cruises and The Royal Shell Companies will allow the public to tour exclusive Captiva Estate homes for the very first time this weekend Oct. 9, 10, and 11.

Just as Columbus discovered America, you are invited aboard Captiva Cruises’ 45’ classic catamaran The “Santiva” for a personal voyage of discovery. Sit back and enjoy Captiva’s beautiful surroundings with expert island commentary and experience first hand a few of its magnificent private estate homes courtesy of The Royal Shell Companies. Depart from McCarthy’s Marina on Captiva for a two hour cruise that is sure to captivate and inspire.

Interested persons should call 239-472-5300 to secure their reservations with a credit card. Cost is $50 per person. Cruises depart from McCarthy’s Marina twice daily. The 9 a.m. Brunch Cruise includes a continental breakfast. The 2 p.m. cruise includes light hors d’ oeuvres and wine; bottled water is served on all cruises. A taste treat of Norman Love Chocolates awaits you as you depart the boat courtesy of The Royal Shell Companies.

If you delight in learning about local environs, architecture, interior design and art, this is your cruise! At each estate you’ll be greeted by a representative of The Royal Shell Companies acting as docent for the property. Tour the interior of the estate and then back on the boat for the trip to the second private residence. Don’t miss this unprecedented opportunity. “Cruise the Royal Residences of Captiva” this weekend.