Title: Sanibel Bayous in West End | Expedia.co.uk [Sanibel Bayous Hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Sanibel-Bayous-Hotels.0-l553248635976194214-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Sanibel Bayous Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Sanibel-Bayous.d553248635976194214.Car-Hire-Guide)[West End Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/West-End.d977664051587067904.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Sanibel Bayous ![It’s not everyday you see dolphins inside Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge! These two made their way through a culvert. It reportedly has been at least 15 years since any were spotted this close to the road. (Very common off of the Sanibel beaches ) Happy feeding beautiful creatures 🐬 #wildlife #sanibel](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9791/7b756e94-d6f4-4afc-91f2-72603b2b245c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![It’s not everyday you see dolphins inside Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge! These two made their way through a culvert. It reportedly has been at least 15 years since any were spotted this close to the road. (Very common off of the Sanibel beaches ) Happy feeding beautiful creatures 🐬 #wildlife #sanibel](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9791/7b756e94-d6f4-4afc-91f2-72603b2b245c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge featuring zoo animals and dangerous animals](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6123903/1b98105e-149b-415d-8707-72b116f1e866.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge showing bird life](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6123903/0c06977d-db37-4945-be36-617497b6d11d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge which includes a lake or waterhole](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6123903/96749bd5-d343-4104-9d5f-6f6254b8e00b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Sanibel Bayous Activities --- --- ## Plan a trip to see Sanibel Bayous Price found within the past 48 hours. Click for updated prices. ![Matanzas Inn Bayside Resort and Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2670000/2665100/2665085/fc463bf9_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) ### Matanzas Inn Bayside Resort and Marina £1,158 per person 3 Apr - 10 Apr found 2 hours ago Return flight included London (LON) to Fort Myers (RSW) 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews) The staff were very friendly and helpful. Our room was clean. It is the perfect location in Fort Myers Beach! Definitely recommend Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026 ![Marriott Sanibel Harbour Resort & Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/3100/3079/ac9a3a07_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) ### Marriott Sanibel Harbour Resort & Spa Punta Rassa £1,270 per person 3 Apr - 10 Apr found 2 hours ago Return flight included London (LON) to Fort Myers (RSW) 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews) Great room, lovely teaort Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026 ### Popular places to visit ![J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge showing a bridge as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6123903/1af50fa6-38dc-4276-a6dd-5b04d07f72ce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge See almost anything that flies, swims or crawls in Florida in this protected area. Become acquainted with wildlife while learning about varied species. [](https://expedia.co.uk/J-N-Ding-Darling-National-Wildlife-Refuge-Sanibel.d6123903.Attraction) ![Seashells on Sanibel Island, Florida](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976194887/1681d0fb-bad0-43e3-9dad-05ad6264d3a8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sanibel Island Southern Beach Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Sanibel Island Southern Beach during your trip to Sanibel? [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sanibel-Island-Southern-Beach-Fort-Myers.d553248635976194887.Attraction) ![Bowman\'s Beach which includes general coastal views and a sandy beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6296151/4495298b-a31a-40fc-a275-ded1cba6e62a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Bowman's Beach Relax and revel in a visit to one of the area’s most beautiful beaches, great for swimming, fishing and finding special seashells. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Bowmans-Beach-Sanibel.d6296151.Attraction) ![Fort Myers featuring a house](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6296084/23eab012-1f55-4d52-8f9c-07eeb7f56326.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sanibel Historical Museum and Village You can spend time studying the exhibits at Sanibel Historical Museum and Village during your trip to Sanibel. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sanibel-Historical-Museum-And-Village-Sanibel.d6296084.Attraction) ![Milky Way at twilight. #beachtips](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/86452/42fb09b2-a250-48b0-bd31-d42dd64bde08.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Turner Beach If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Turner Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Captiva. Discover the beautiful sunsets in this relaxing area. 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