2 days in Sanibel Island Itinerary

Take a trip to Sanibel Island if you like pretty sunsets and luxurious resorts.

Kick off your visit on the 13th (Mon): look for all kinds of wild species at J.N. "Ding" Darling National Wildlife Refuge and then take in nature's colorful creations at Edison and Ford Winter Estates. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 14th (Tue): contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Captiva Chapel By-The-Sea, then walk around Lakes Regional Park, and then get up close to creatures of the deep with a dolphin and whale watching tour.

To find where to stay, traveler tips, reviews, and other tourist information, read our Sanibel Island trip planner.

In April, plan for daily highs up to 87°F, and evening lows to 66°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 14th (Tue) to allow enough time to travel back home.