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About Sanibel island

The gentle sea with the purest water and the magnificent sandy beaches of Sanibel island attract more and more tourists yearly. The crystal turquoise color of the seawater sets the level of your vacation somewhere between stunning and perfect. So if you are looking for the perfect sea, this is your place!

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Sanibel

Sanibel

6 beaches
Natural shadow • Good for Kayaking • Kite or windsurfing
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Lighthouse beach
Lighthouse beach
Lighthouse beach
Good for Relax

Lighthouse beach

Sanibel 0.8 km
Good
7.4
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Turquoise pure water • Crowded in season
6.6 Amenities index
Sanibel Island North
Sanibel Island North
Sanibel Island North
Good for Relax

Sanibel Island North

Sanibel 0.7 km
Pleasant
6
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Light sand & pebble • Turquoise water • Sand & Pebbles bottom
5.5 Amenities index
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Popular types of Sanibel island beaches

Uncrowded
Uncrowded
Sand
Sand
Natural shadow
Natural shadow
Long beaches
Long beaches
Good for Relax
Good for Relax
Kite or windsurfing
Kite or windsurfing
Sup-surfing
Sup-surfing
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Calm, measured rest and the sound of waves are perhaps the most common associations that arise with the word "beach". This is not surprising, as relaxation is exactly what many beach travelers are looking for. If you associate your vacation primarily with such activity, choose one of the 2 beaches in the island.

To make your choice easier, we have prepared a list of the best beaches for relaxation in Sanibel island.

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Attraction and Infrastructure

As for the main features of the beaches of Sanibel island, they are as follows:

  • The island's beaches are mainly wide, long and have a high level of cleanliness. The most common surface is sand of bright color.
  • Usually, entry into the water is gentle, which is very good for kids. There are 2 such beaches.
  • The average distance from the road to beach in Sanibel island is less than 500 meters. 2 beaches are relatively easy to access.

The vast majority of Sanibel island beaches have the necessary amenities, such as sun loungers, umbrellas, beach cafes, showers and toilets.

Latest reviews on Sanibel island's beaches

Lighthouse beach
10 James R (Roaming Jim)

This beach has a stunning lighthouse at one end, making it a picturesque spot. The sand is light and the water is fun but can be rough. Unfortunately, parking is limited, but this is a common issue for Florida beaches. The cost is $5 per hour, and there are two restroom buildings available.

Sanibel Island North
10 Adam Steele

This stunning beach is an absolute delight! It offers an ideal setting for my little ones to frolic and take a dip in the refreshing waters.

Finding hotels in relative proximity to the beaches is usually fine. Many beaches have enough nearby accommodation, which gives good opportunities to choose the right place to stay.

The hottest month of the island is August - air temperature during this time warms up to 30°C and water up to 31.1°C. The coldest month is January - air temperature drops to 20.4°C and water to 19.7°C.

Most viewed beaches of Sanibel island

Lighthouse beach

Lighthouse beach
7.4
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
United States, Sanibel 0.8 km
Sanibel Island North

Sanibel Island North
6
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Light sand & pebble, Turquoise water, Sand & Pebbles bottom
United States, Sanibel 0.7 km
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