ATTRACTIONS IN NAPLES, FLORIDA

Aquasports – 239/793-7529 – www.aquasportsofflorida.com
Jet Ski hourly rentals begin at 9 a.m. You will be provided with a life jacket and safety equipment. You will be familiarized with a map of the area so you can enjoy the area safely and comfortably. Each Jet Ski is equipped with a GPS tracking unit for your convenience and safety. With unrestricted riding zones, you can be in control of your destination! Open 7 days a week.

Capt. Jay’s Fishing Charters – Goodland – 239/417-3066 – www.captainjaysfishingcharters.com
From Marco Island south into the Everglades National Park, the unique waters of Southwest Florida’s bays, rivers and near shore habitat offer some of the best fishing in the world. You will travel through areas in a specially designed boat that can navigate these shallow waters and take you to remote area seen by few and fished by even fewer. Rates half day (4 ½ hours) $350.00, full day (8 hours) $650.00 for three people, add $25.00 for 4th angler.

Dawn Patrol Charter Fishing – 951 Bald Eagle Drive - Marco Island – 239/394-0608 – www.dawnpatrolcharters.com
Captain Bill Walsh is a Marco Island resident -- an early retired corporate exec who came here full time in 1992 and bought one of the island's oldest charter fishing businesses and has been at it full time ever since. The charter features a well cared for custom 23' Grady White Tournament Sportfisher powered by an Evinrude 150hp outboard engine. A very comfortable boat for your charter of up to four adults. All rates are for 4 persons – on the water experience (3 hours) $175.00; fishing one half day (4 hours) $250.00; fishing extra hours $50.00 per hour.

Everglade Excursions – 800/592-0848
Everglade Excursions departs Naples and Marco Island daily. You’ll board a comfortable controlled Safari Wagon, driven by an experienced eco-trained guide, who will provide informative narration throughout the tour. These national sanctuaries contain some of the most amazing natural wildlife in the Southeastern United States. Hours: Half Day Tours - Morning – depart 8:00 – 8:30 a.m., return 12:00 – 12:30 p.m.; Half Day Afternoon – depart 12:30 – 1:00 p.m., return 4:30 – 5:00 p.m.; Full Day Tours – depart 8:00 – 8:30 a.m., return 4:00 – 4:30 p.m. Full Day Tours include lunch. Prices Half Day Tours $89.00; Full Day Tours $129.00.

Lady Stirling Sailing Charter – Port O Call Marina – 550 Port O Call Way – Naples – 239/642-0499 – www.pmcharters.com
Join the Lady Stirling for a two hour sail... a maritime adventure of the past. Experience the majestic operation of a working topsail schooner. Help raise the sails and take the helm. Share the sailing experience the way our forefathers did. You will see your local waters from a perspective few ever will.... enjoy the magnificent sunsets while sailing along the shores of Naples in Southwest Florida. Sails three times daily at 10:00 a.m., 1:00 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. sunset cruise. Reservations recommended. Adults $37.00.

Naples Trolley Tours – 1010 Sixth Avenue South - 800/213-2474 - www.trustedtours.com
For 20 years Naples Transportation has proudly offered the finest sightseeing tours of Naples. Sit back and enjoy the ride on one of their signature trolleys, as the guides turn humorous stories and historical facts into a fun-filled tour that's both entertaining and educational. The expert guides show you the sights of Naples from historical landmarks to world class shopping areas, local attractions, beautiful beaches plus much more. Tour at your own pace! Naples Trolley Tours' On and Off Privileges at over 25 stops, makes it easy to explore. Hop off at your favorite stops for lunch, shopping or to experience an attraction and then hop on to continue your sightseeing tour. Times: Daily 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Price $36.00 for adults.

Naples Zoo at Caribbean Gardens – 1590 Goodlette-Frank Road – Naples – 239/262-5409 – www.caribbeangardens.com
Naples Zoo is a nationally accredited zoo and yet much more than a zoo. A natural path almost a mile in length winds past rare and beautiful animals residing within a jungle of exotic plants first planted in 1919 with a fascinating history. In this tropical setting, you can take delight at seeing many of your favorite animals like lions, kangaroos and monkeys. In addition, you'll also discover feature exhibits and an array of more rarely seen creatures like the African wild dogs or an Asian deer that barks and eats meat. You can also relax in a tranquil setting looking over the water to watch the lemurs, monkeys and apes on their islands. In the more densely foliated northern gardens, you can walk beneath the expansive canopy of giant ficus trees and their sprawling aerial root systems. Open daily at 9:30 a.m. and grounds close at 5:30 p.m. Allow four to five hours to enjoy the shows, the cruise, gardens and exhibits. Adult prices $15.95.

Segway of Naples –  800/592-0848 – www.segwayofnaples.com
Tours include a brief training session in which the guide will train each person on how to ride the Segway, and then it’s off on the tour of beautiful downtown historical Naples. Sites include the famous Naples Pier, Third Street South area, 5th Street South, Cambier Park and more! Regulations: must weigh between 100 lbs. and 260 lbs.; must be able to stand for 1 ½ hours; must wear flat soled shoes, with closed toe; must be able to center weight evenly without leaning; must not have a physical condition that requires a brace, cane or crutch. Tours are $74.00 for 2 hours.