Sunset Wildlife Cruise in Sanibel

Cruise Tarpon Bay as the sun goes down and look for birds gathering at the rookery islands. Naturalists share insights on local wildlife, ecology, and Sanibel history.

• Explore Tarpon Bay on a 1.5-hour evening cruise
• Observe birds returning to roost at the rookery islands
• Discover seafloor wildlife through Touch Tank aquariums during the first half-hour
• Look for pelicans, egrets, herons, dolphins, and manatees
• Learn from naturalists about wildlife, ecology, and the J.N. "Ding" Darling National Wildlife Refuge
• Bring drinks and snacks, including adult beverages

Know before you go

• Arrive 30 minutes before departure and check in upstairs at the gift shop
• At least 6 tickets must be reserved for the cruise to depart
• No pets are allowed; service animals are permitted
• Provide the age of each child at booking
• Acknowledge that 12% of what you spend benefits the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service