Little Hickory or Lovers Key (Captain's discrection). 

Note: You will share your experience of the BEACH AND SHELLING TOUR with up to 5 others.

The BEST day of your vacation! This is our "open itinerary " trip. We decide on route day of the trip based on weather , tides, and your mood.

Available from both marinas  on board the "Dolphin Dancer"

various departure times available

1/2 day "fun in the sun "  (4 hrs)

We cruise out one of several beautiful beaches where we anchor up for some shelling , relaxing on the beach , and enjoying the water . This trip includes the dolphin tour and island history narrative to and from the beach stop. Bring your picnic lunch and beverages and enjoy the day.

3/4  day ( 6 hrs )  all of the above and more , plus time for a lunch stop at Snug Harbor Island Restaurant or Junkanoo Below Deck.

Full Day  ( 8 hrs)  adds the option of a second beach stop or 2  restaurant/bar hops as well as more boating time or relaxing on the boat while anchored up in the sun sharing stories with your friends or family.

Boat includes:  (all trips)  110 QT Artic Cooler with block ice , bottled water, Stereo sound system w/itunes, stand up head (restroom) w/ hand held fresh water shower, spacious padded sun lounge seating , bar table and t-top which shades the bar and rear seat, extra wide boarding ladders bow and stern you are welcome to bring your own portable speaker and playlist if you choose.

Great shelling and beach stop without the long gulf run. Bring a picnic lunch and refreshments if you like. Note: We recommend "wet socks" or sandals. There are sharp shells here that can cut your feet.

At the tip of North Captiva we find Cayo Costa a hidden gem only accessible by boat or seaplane. A shellers paradise on the gulf side, and safe harbor on the bayside. Time permitting we can get tropical drinks or a quick bite at Mainstay on North Captiva on the return.

More sandy beach at these locations than shelling , pretty scenery and boat parade. We pass Flippers Restaurant and Fish Tale Restaurant on these trips if you wish to stop for a quick bite of tropical drink. Note that you can also choose New Pass Beach, also known as dog beach.

As we pass Bowditch , and out the pass you will sight Sanibel Light and the southern tip of Sanibel Island after a 15 crossing of San Carlos bay we will anchor up on the beach for some shelling and beach time. There is time for a visit to lighthouse and walking trails. Showers here as well. Note: alcohol is not permitted on the public beach.