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    Sanibel Lighthouse Beach Shelling Charter

    Private beach time and shelling beside Sanibel Lighthouse

    4.9 stars• 104 reviews

    Duration

    4–6 hrs

    Ideal For

    Up to 6 people

    Includes

    Bottled water, cooler with ice

    Highlights

    Cruise across San Carlos Bay to Sanibel Lighthouse for a private beach stop. Spend time shelling, walking the trails, and enjoying the shoreline.

    • Cruise past Bowditch toward Sanibel Light and the island's southern tip
    • Anchor at the beach for shelling and beach time
    • Walk to the lighthouse and explore nearby trails
    • Use the showers available at the beach

    What's Included

    • Bottled water
    • Cooler with ice

    Important details

    • Alcohol is not permitted on the public beach
    • Illegal substances are prohibited; their presence ends the trip and returns the boat to the dock
    • Smoking and vaping are prohibited
    • Expect itinerary changes when weather or sea conditions require them

    Cancellation Policy

    Deposit refunds are available for cancellations at least 14 days before the trip. No deposit refund is available within 24 hours of the trip or for no-shows. Full refund if the operator cancels before leaving the dock due to weather or sea conditions.

    Product ID: 7KJATS

    FAQs

    Bring sunscreen, a hat, bathing suits and towels, food and drinks, and a jacket or sweatshirt on breezy winter days. Avoid excessive alcohol.

    Gratuity for the captain and mate, if applicable, is not included in the listed price.

    Meeting details

    Snook Bight Marina, 4765 Estero Blvd, Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931

    Experience provided by Island Runner Tours

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    Four Hour Charter

    $662.50

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    Five Hour Charter

    $768.50

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    Six Hour Charter

    $874.50

    Optional lunch stop or second beach stop!

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    Review summary

    4.9
    Excellent
    104 reviews•Google Maps
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    Captain Ray has built a genuinely loyal following in the Fort Myers area, with many guests returning multiple times and booking him whenever friends or family visit. His dolphin tours are the standout offering, and reviewers consistently rave about how close they get to the dolphins, the informative commentary, and Ray's obvious passion for the local waters. He even has names for some of the dolphins he regularly encounters, which speaks to how well he knows the area. Beyond dolphin cruises, Ray offers fishing charters, shell collecting trips, sunrise cruises, and even sea burial ceremonies, handling each with the same level of care and flexibility. Guests appreciate his willingness to accommodate special requests, whether that means adjusting departure times or tailoring the experience to kids. For small groups especially, the private charter option is considered well worth it compared to larger tour boats.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 3
    5/5

    So happy we booked- best day of our vacation. Ray was great on communication- comfortable boat..we only had 4 passengers, but still the cost was not much more than if we went with one of the larger tour boats. Not sure why anyone with a group of 5 or 6 would ever consider not hiring Ray. In addition to Dolphins and Manatees, first time we saw large pelican groups in trees.

    Photo of Catherine S

    Catherine S

    April 30, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    So happy we booked- best day of our vacation. Ray was great on communication- comfortable boat..we only had 4 passengers, but still the cost was not much more than if we went with one of the larger tour boats. Not sure why anyone with a group of 5 or 6 would ever consider not hiring Ray. In addition to Dolphins and Manatees, first time we saw large pelican groups in trees.

    Photo of Catherine S

    Catherine S

    April 30, 2026

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