Shells & Serenity: Your Perfect Sanibel Island Escape

Day 1 – Arrival & Island Introduction
Private transfer from Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) to your chosen Sanibel hotel/resort (cross the Sanibel Causeway).
If you prefer you may as well take a rental car instead of the transfer at no extra cost.
Check‑in & settle in.
Evening: Sunset at Lighthouse Beach Park → casual dinner at The Island Cow (fun, relaxed atmosphere).

Day 2 – Wildlife & Shelling
Morning: J.N. “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge (drive or bike Wildlife Drive, stop at observation towers).
Afternoon: Shelling at Bowman’s Beach (famous for rare shells).
Evening: Dinner at Doc Ford’s Rum Bar & Grille (local favorite with Caribbean flair).

Day 3 – Beach Hopping by Bike
Morning: Rent a bike and ride the shared paths to Blind Pass Beach (great for shelling between tides).
Afternoon: Continue to Tarpon Bay Beach → kayak or paddleboard rental at Tarpon Bay Explorers.
Evening: Casual seafood dinner at The Mad Hatter (upscale but relaxed).

Day 4 – History, Lighthouse & Sunset Cruise
Morning: Visit Sanibel Historical Museum & Village → climb the Sanibel Lighthouse.
Afternoon: Explore Periwinkle Way (shops, galleries, ice cream at Pinocchio’s).
Evening: Optional sunset cruise (book separately) or dinner at Traders Coffee & Provisions (comfort food).

Day 5 – Departure
Enjoy a final Sanibel breakfast (try Over Easy Cafe).
Last‑minute shelling or souvenir shopping.
Private transfer back to RSW for your flight home.- Or take your rental car an leve it at the airport