GETTING
THERE
North Captiva Island is one of the barrier islands
located off the Fort Myers area. North Captiva is unique and private
in that there are no cars allowed on the island. So transportation
around the island is all done so by golf carts. Access to the
island is through a water taxi that departs out of Pineland Marina
on Pine Island, FL.
Via Air travel
North Captiva is easiest
serviced from the Airport in Fort Myers, FL, Southwest Regional
Airport (RSW). If you happen to be flying into another airport,
Tampa (TPA), Sarasota (SRQ), or Clearwater/ St. Petersburg (PIE)
these are within driving distance.
After arriving at Southwest Regional Airport
you have the option of renting a vehicle during your stay but
it is recommended to hire a car service to bring you to the
marina where you will be taking a water taxi to the island.
Car Services we recommend
- Cape Coral Airport Transportation may be booked via web address
or phone. They will also stop to allow you grocery shopping
time. Their phone number is 1-800-395-9524 or see http://flselecttrans.com/
- Classic Carriage can transport you to and from the airport
or to other destinations. They and have fully equipped vans.
Contact Ray or Pamela Brown toll free at (877) 283-3200 or
(239) 283-5000. Reservations are necessary.
- Pine Island Taxi is another service available that will
meet you at the airport. (1-888-777-9653 or 239-283-777).
It is important to call ahead for reservations for this service.
- Majestic Airport Transportation can transport you to and
from the airport. Contact 1-800-833-4473 for reservations.
GROCERY
The only available produce
available on the island is that similar to a convenience store.
So all your provision must be bought at the supermarket before
arriving at the ferry dock. There is a Publix Supermarket in
Cape Coral at Santa Barbara Center and is on the way to the
marina. You can place orders with the market before arriving
and they will have that order ready for you to pick up on your
way to the ferry. You can fax your order at (239) 458-7822 and
then confirm receipt of order at (239) 458-8900. Make sure they
“BAG IT FOR A BOAT”
Santa
Barbara Center
Publix Grocery & Market Phone: 941 / 458-8900
100 Hancock Bridge Parkway West Fax: 941 / 458-7822
Cape Coral, Florida 33991
You may also use Connie Smith of "Mainland
Connection". She offers services that will deliver your
food and supply order right to the beach house. Call her at
phone/fax (239)283-6311 or cell phone (239) 410-4277
Water
Taxi
All the ferry services operate out of Pineland Marina. Their contact information is: 13921 Waterfront Drive, Bokeelia, FL 33922. Phone: (239) 283-3593.
Island Girl Charters
provides ferry service to North Captiva Island every other hour
between the hours of 7:00am and 5:00pm. To book your space on
the ferry, call 239-633-8142 or go to Island Girl Charters web
site at www.northcaptivaislandgirl.com.
Certain restrictions apply. See web site.
Upper Captiva Charters -
Captain Charlie 239-472-1234 or cell 239-872-2028. Charlie runs
a flexible service including night water taxi operations. He
has navigated the area for over 20 years and provides safe and
reliable service. He will let you know where he will pick you
up.
Once you arrive onto the Island you will
be greeted by our property manager and escorted to your new
home for the next couple days. |