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North Captiva Island guide

What to pack for North Captiva

Pack light. Here’s what to bring, and what’s already waiting at the house.

Covered deck with an umbrella and lounge seating at Southside, North Captiva

Pack light. You’ll spend your days in bathing suits and casual clothes, so a soft bag or two is plenty.

Provided vs. bring

Already at the house
  • Linens and towels
  • Children’s amenities
  • A full beach setup
  • A fully equipped kitchen
  • Wi-Fi
Bring with you
  • Bathing suits and casual clothes
  • Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat
  • Any medications
  • A cooler if you’re bringing groceries on the ferry

What’s provided varies by home, so check each home’s listing for specifics, or contact us with any questions.

Packing for the ferry

Soft bags are easier to carry on and off a boat than big suitcases. Each ferry sets and enforces its own luggage and cooler limits, so check with your ferry provider directly before you pack. How to get to North Captiva Island

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Staying connected

Every home has Wi-Fi, and most of our homes are on Starlink. Cell service can be spotty in places, so Wi-Fi calling apps are handy.

Packing FAQ

What should I pack for North Captiva?

Pack light. You’ll spend your days in bathing suits and casual clothes, so a soft bag or two is plenty. Every home has linens and towels, children’s amenities and a full beach setup, so you can leave the bulky gear at home. What’s provided varies by home, so check each home’s listing for specifics, or contact us with any questions.

Is there Wi-Fi and cell service?

Yes. Every home has Wi-Fi, and most of our homes are on Starlink, so streaming and video calls are easy. Cell service can be spotty in places. If it is, Facebook audio or WhatsApp calling over Wi-Fi are great alternatives.

Are there luggage or cooler limits on the ferry?

Each ferry sets and enforces its own luggage and cooler limits, so check with your ferry provider directly before you pack.

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