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.