Matlacha Pass Aquatic Preserve — Attraction in Cape Coral

We went on a sunset cruise with Captain Will at Matlatcha Boating Adventures at 5:15pm on Sunday evening Feb. 16th. Local history buff and former high school history teacher, Captain Will made a special trip for just 5 of our family , some from Ohio on vacation. He was quick to point out a local favorite dolphin, and pointed out the only manatee we would see on this trip. He is a great story teller, and local tour guide. We have been on a few other of his cruises out of Burnt Store Marina in the past few years, and always enjoyed his boating skills and especially the accompanist of his bubbly wife, Bunny. You will not be disappointed on a cruise with Captain Will, as each one is...

Nice preserve. They have dolphins and manatees there. Ospreys, various carrion, and other birds are there. Water is fairly shallow. Big boats won't make it here. Usually boats under 20' and pontoon boats are all you see and all that can safely navigate these waters. Depth finder is recommended. The boat launch there is not public, but permit. They like to issue tickets there, so play by the rules. You might be able to get coffee at a local restaurant, but I would...

Karl is excellent and will give you all the means to have a stellar time on the water. He is intelligent and thoughtful, with a true love of his home Matlacha (and the surrounding area.) We certainly appreciated his help today (when the high winds and other factors changed our plans.) Thanks again, we will be back! PS: thank your girlfriend for...