Spectacular Water Sports & Activities In Naples, Florida

Written By Admin on Minggu, 16 Juni 2013 | 02.01

By Jony Mozen


Naples is a water town with miles of white-sand beaches and beautiful Naples Bay in the downtown area. Jet skiing, kayaking and parasailing are available at the beaches, along with some of the newer water sports of kite sailing and paddle boarding. Cruises are popular for viewing wildlife, spectacular homes on Naples Bay, and beautiful sunsets on the Gulf of Mexico. Inshore and offshore fishing charters are also available. Explore the waters via motorboat, yacht, sailboat, canoe, kayak, waverunner or parasail. No matter how you get out there, you'll be rewarded with magnificent scenery and fun adventures.

Naples' beaches, like Vanderbilt Beach, Lowdermilk Beach Park, and Naples Municipal Beach (Naples Pier) are more densely populated with tourists and locals. Other beaches, such as Delnor-Wiggins Pass State Recreation Area, and Clams Pass Beach Park are a little less populated and more secluded. Virtually everyone who visits Naples, Marco Island and the Everglades eventually winds up on the water. With the Gulf of Mexico's tranquil waters and the extensive system of backcountry mangrove estuaries, the area is filled with natural beauty. It's perfect for enjoying sightseeing cruises or renting a boat, and the area's waterways are filled with fish and wildlife from birds to dolphin, manatee and sea turtles.

Kayaking is a fun, physical activity in Naples. There are not many places where you can get up-close experiences of natural habitats that this region has to offer and get a great workout, too. Kayaks can take you into tight areas of the mangroves and salt marshes where powered boats cannot maneuver. You'll have a better chance to see alligators, manatees and herons, as well as an occasional dolphin. A kayak also serves as a vessel for serene fishing excursions, alone or with your friends. There are several types of kayaks: single or tandem; sit-on-top designs for added stability; even pedal drive models so you can pedal with your feet or paddle. You can hike and kayak at a variety of parks and from Naples' numerous beaches. When you want to take a break, paddle out to one of the soft white beaches that Southwest Florida is famous for and relax among the white ibis probing for food, or search for shells on the shore.

Marco Island Tours. The local ecosystem is comprised of thousands of mangrove estuaries, and is full of beautiful and unique wildlife. A tour boat can calmly navigate the backwaters in search of dolphin, manatee, and bald eagles. Guests can explore secluded beaches in search of seashell treasures! Shelling has always been a popular attraction for Marco Island, the two larger barrier islands that act as the entryway to the Ten Thousand Islands and the Everglades. Lightning Whelk, Florida Fighting Conch, True Tulip, Florida Spiny Jewelbox, and Atlantic Figsnail are just a few of the plentiful and exotic shells that can normally be found on Cape Romano. Southwest Florida has one of the most unique eco-systems on the planet. If you visit here or move here you should put these tours at the top of your list of things to see and do. Take an adventure into the wild, subtropical wilderness of Florida's Everglades. Its vast wetland is home to many native and exotic species, from alligators and other reptiles, to birds and the rare Florida Panther. Experience wildlife and chance encounters with dolphins, endangered manatees, wading birds and birds of prey such as the magnificent osprey. There are several tours available for your exploring pleasure: airboats piloted by qualified and experienced staff will guide you through sections of the Everglades, or a guided kayak tour through the exciting backwaters of Southwest Florida's favorite estuary, the Cocohatchee River. There are other tours and cruises available, such as sunset cruises that pass homes of Port Royal and the lower section of Naples Bay. Or if you're feeling festive, there are late night party cruises. Bring your friends or come alone and meet someone new, while taking a cruise along the Cocohatchee River, sipping a relaxing cocktail, and listening to great music! There are several types such as Karaoke Cruises, Dance-Off Disco Cruises, 80's Themed Cruises, 55 & Older Cruises, Lady's Night Only with Entertainment Cruises, Men's Only with Entertainment Cruises and more!

Catamaran Sailing is a blast. The 14' Hobiecat sailboats carry up to four guests and is very beginner friendly, requiring only minimal sailing experience. If you've never sailed, simply sign up for a -hour training course and you'll be sailing like a pro in no time. WaveRunners are exciting when you're zipping across the calm Gulf of Mexico. Bring your first mate, too. You can reach speeds up to 50mph (and on water, that's fast!) It's the most exhilarating way to enjoy the water. Novices will receive complete instruction by a trained, qualified staff to ensure that you have a great time. Guided JetSki eco tours through Naples and the Ten Thousand Islands will show the wildlife and flora enthusiast a view that most will never see by boat. You'll weave through native mangrove forests to a beach for shelling and then through the beautiful canals of Port Royal and see the dolphins up close!

Paddleboards and skimboards are really popular here. SUPs (stand up paddleboards) are the latest craze in watersports. The Gulf and inland waterways are perfect for paddle boarding, because they are wider and more stable and easy to handle. Skimboards are small boards made of plywood or fiberglass. They're especially popular with young riders who skim over the wave wash on the shore or shoot out from the shore into oncoming waves. The thrill is short but it is fun. Discover the blend of Naples' old-Florida charm and the modern, upscale style of some of the most beautiful, master-planned communities for families and retirees. Climate, beautiful beaches, 100+ golf courses, dining and shopping and cultural attractions help to make Naples home to a wonderful lifestyle. Make it your home, too.




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