Captiva Island

Get captivated by the alluring Captiva Island. The ancient home for Calusa Indians, here once pirates used to roam. However, don't worry-the mystery and adventure is still here. Precious treasures to be found in the form of a good life, dazzling white sand beaches dotted with "treasures from the sea", pastel colored seashells and breathtaking sunrises and sunsets. There are arrangements for superb accommodations, restaurants & shopping, Golfing, tennis, fishing, boating and children's activities.

Situated in Lee County in southwest Florida, Captiva Island is an isle which overlooks the offshore in the Gulf of Mexico. It is, however, a part of the neighboring Sanibel Island. It was likely detached from Sanibel when a deadly hurricane gush washed away a new channel, namely Blind Pass. Like Sanibel, Captiva is also a barrier island though it is much narrower.


Because of its scenic beauty Captiva is the temporary home of many famous people and the full-time abode of world renowned artist Robert Rauschenberg.

The 1921 hurricane severed North Captiva Island or Upper Captiva from Captiva, creating Redfish Pass. With about 300 homes constructed and 300 vacant lots, the islet is about half way to build out. This island is only accessed by boat.

Captiva was badly injured in August 2004 when the merciless Hurricane Charley struck North Captiva. The tempest surge cut a path 365 meters wide across the narrowest part of North Captiva, making it two separate islands. The new pass has not been formally named, but the locals call it "Charley Pass".


According to local folklore, Captiva got its name because the pirate captain José.