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Photo: Courtesy of Fort Myers – Islands, Beaches and Neighborhoods
Picnic while watching manatees
Take a break from the boat for a visit to Manatee Park in Fort Myers. It’s a non-captive, warm-water refuge for these threatened animals, where the largest numbers are spotted in cool-weather months. Visitors can make a day of it by packing a picnic lunch and enjoying the lovely views. After your picnic, rent a kayak and paddle alongside these gentle giants.