EXPERIENCE the thrill of catching SERIOUS FISH!

Catching a 30" Southern Flounder like this one is pretty much unheard of size wise, but you never know what Mother Ocean is going to produce when you are Deep Sea Fishing Offshore of Sanibel, Captiva and Cape Coral. 

The BULL SHARK will test you strength and your fishing equipment to the maximum!

REDFISH are usually oversized when caught outside the Islands in the Gulf of Mexico.

CAPE CORAL DEEP SEA FISHING REDFISH!

Flounder are a delicious catch year round on our Inshore / Bay Fishing Charters.

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TWO GOLIATH GROUPER AT A TIME! CAUGHT OFFSHORE FISHING CAPE CORAL.

Huge Barracuda caught fishing offshore of Sanibel, Captiva, Cape Coral and Fort Myers Beach. You could put a Volleyball inside its massive toothy mouth!

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Large Snook caught during Winter on a 4 Hour Offshore Fishing trip, to the artificial reefs near Sanibel, Cape Coral, Fort Myers Beach, Saint James City, Pine Island and Captiva Islands.

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Snook can be caught in our inland bay known as Pine Island Sound almost year round, but the warmer months are better more consistent Snook fishing. Pine Island Sound is the body of protected water in-between Sanibel and Captiva Islands and Cape Coral.

This Whale Shark was longer than the boat!

BLACKFIN TUNA! Caught Offshore Fishing Cape Coral.

​Offshore of Sanibel, Captiva, Cape Coral and Fort Myers Beach, the Blackfin Tuna and Bonita will boil the water as they feed on schools of minnows and Squid. Spring and Summer are the best months to fish our large roaming schools of Bonita and Blackfin Tuna. In late Winter the solitary larger Blackfin Tuna pass through our Southwest Florida waters.

GOLIATH GROUPER FISHING is awesome OFFSHORE / DEEP SEA of CAPE CORAL and SANIBEL ISLAND!

TIGER SHARK's are the seriously fun to experience first hand.

PORGY are super tasty and very strong fighters for their size.

WHALE SHARK are AMAZING!!! 

LANE SNAPPER are the most numerous type of good eating fish in the Gulf of Mexico. Deep Sea fishing charters offshore of Sanibel, Captiva, Cape Coral, Pine Island, and Fort Myers Beach often fill coolers full of delicious Lane Snappers 

COBIA are probably the top favorite fish to eat for most locals who know our waters, the taste is excellent! Cobia can be caught while inshore fishing Pine Island Sound and also Deep Sea Fishing Cape Coral or Offshore Fishing near Sanibel, Captiva and Fort Myers Beach. 

We do not ever kill any of the large sharks, but Captain Frank does enjoy Petting them sometimes before releasing them...especially the Tiger Sharks.

GOLIATH GROUPER are the ultimate Bucket List Fish!

Fishing Offshore of Sanibel and Captiva you typically catch Fat and Delicious Red Grouper, a stable of our table fare fish which is available for harvest year round.

30 foot long by 10 foot wide "MISS HAYDEN"

Custom designed by Captain Frank and built in Homer Alaska. She is nicknamed the "SEA CADILLAC" because of her comfortable ride even in rough conditions.

HOGFISH are an uncommon but delicious and interesting catch offshore of Cape Coral, Sanibel and Captiva.

 "Hey lets go for a Triple!" Anything can happen Offshore Deep Sea Fishing from Cape Coral and Sanibel.

​CAPE CORAL DEEP SEA GOLIATH GROUPER FISHING.

BONITA aka Little Tunny or False Albacore are super strong and fun to catch!

We are Sanibel and Captiva's number one Fishing Charter and Wildlife Tour Service as rated by over 770 Excellent Tripadvisor Reviews! Decades of experience and Native Locally Born Captains excel in everything  from Catching 1000+ Pound Sharks to delicate and Amazing Wildlife Encounters 

Triple Tail are a delicious and prehistoric looking fish, that can be caught year round on our Sanibel and Cape Coral Offshore Fishing Charters. 

KING MACKEREL are Lightning Fast on the Strike!

Sanibel and Captiva Islands are great  areas for Family Fun Fishing!

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NORTH CAPTIVA, FORT MYERS, Fort myers beach, Cape Coral, Saint James City, Pine Island, 

BONITA SPRINGS, NAPLES​

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(Please click on the "SANIBEL FISHING" tab above for extensive photographs of all typical fish species in our waters and explanations of their habits and seasons. If you are viewing from a mobile device, dozens of pictures of our boats and typical fish we encounter, also follow at the bottom of this page, KEEP SCROLLING!)
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We Offer THREE types of Charters

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1) Deep Sea / Offshore Fishing Charters

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2) Inshore / Bay Fishing Charters

3) COMBO TOURS

Typical Combinations are;
-Fishing Only
-Shelling Only
-Fishing / Wildlife (Dolphin - Manatee)
-Fishing / Wildlife / Shelling the Barrier Islands
-Fishing / Wildlife / Lunch in the Islands / Shelling the Barrier Islands

Ask the Captain about booking a "COMBO TOUR" which is our most popular trip for families who want to do a little bit of everything or folks who are not serious die hard fishermen.

Combo Tours are customized to your specifications and usually include some FISHING, SHELLING or WILDLIFE TOURING, BEACH HOPPING and then LUNCH IN THE BARRIER ISLANDS. 
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We can Pick your Family or Group up at a dock near your location;
Sanibel, Captiva, Saint James City, Pine Island, North Captiva, Cape Coral, Fort Myers, Fort Myers Beach. Or come to Our Dock located at 634 N Yachtsman Drive, Sanibel Island, Florida 33957. 

OFFSHORE / DEEP SEA FISHING CHARTERS​

Most Family or Adult Deep Sea / Offshore Charters are 9 or 10 Hours, 

Fall and Winter Seasons ( October thru March - April ) The 9 - 10 hour fishing charters are the sweet spot where we are consistently catching limits of the Bigger Grouper and Snapper. 

Summer Season ( April - May thru Early July ) 10 - 12 hour trips are standard as the Big Fish move deeper with the warming ocean waters. We fish the many reefs 45-75 miles offshore depending on trip length and weather.

Rainy Season ( Mid July thru September ) 8 - 9 hour trips are standard to avoid tropical weather in the afternoon.  ​

Half Day - is an short "Introduction to Deep Sea Fishing"

 6 Hr.           $1200

 7 Hr.           $1400

  3/4 Day - Typical Adult or Family Trip

        8 Hr.             $1600     

       9 Hr.             $1800    

 10 Hr.             $2000​

Full Day - Serious Deep Water Adventure

 12 Hr.             $2400

 14 Hr.             $2800

     16 Hr.             $3200    

​Prices include the first 1- 4 passengers.

Each additional passenger is $325.

  6 passengers is the maximum.

Everything you need to fish is Included (licenses, bait, tackle etc), just bring whatever you want to eat or drink.

Captiva (South Seas or Green Flash) pickup $175 extra, North Captiva pickup $275 (A Captiva pickup requires a 18 mile transit for the Captain each way, to your dock and afterwards to return to our dock, 36 miles round trip. North Captiva requires a 24 mile transit each way, 48 miles round trip).

All charters are Private, only your family or group will be aboard the boat, we do not mix groups.

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 INSHORE  / BAY FISHING  CHARTERS  ​​

4 HOUR             $550*

5 HOUR             $650*

(The 6 Hour Inshore / Bay Fishing Charter is our most popular Family Fishing Trip, the tide lasts 6 hours so it ensures the chance at the best possible fishing experience.)
6 HOUR             $750

7 HOUR             $850
8 HOUR             $950

(Tarpon Trips are typically 8 -  9 hours)

      9 HOUR             $1050   

Prices include the first 1-3 passengers.

Each additional passenger is $100.

Fishing Trips 5 passengers is the maximum.

Shelling Trips 6 passengers is the maximum.

*4 and 5 hour fishing charters require the same effort and preparation by the Captain as a 6 hour charter and are priced accordingly.  

Everything you need to fish is Included (licenses, bait, tackle etc), just bring whatever you want to eat or drink.

Captiva (South Seas or Green Flash) pickup $175 extra, North Captiva pickup $275 (A Captiva pickup requires a 18 mile transit for the Captain each way, to your dock and afterwards to return to our dock, 36 miles round trip. North Captiva requires a 24 mile transit each way, 48 miles round trip).

All charters are Private, only your family or group will be aboard the boat, we do not mix groups. 

The minimum time for any Inshore / Bay Fishing Charter is three hours but
additional time can be added to any trip if the Captain has time available that day.

PLEASE NOTE: Trying to fish more than 3 fishing rods at a time in the Bay is often difficult or sometimes even impossible. Wind and / or strong currents will effect the amount of fishermen that can fish at the same time. You  will be limiting the quality of your fishing charter experience by trying to bring more than 4 total fishermen. If you are serious about fishing please limit your total fishermen to 3 or 4 total or be prepared to take turns.   

COMBO TOURS​​

Southwest Florida's best hidden secrets are it's lovely Barrier Islands,  these remote outer Islands are only accessible by boat or Sea Plane, and include lovely North Captiva, Gasparilla, Historic Cabbage Key and Pine Island. You can catch some fish, watch Dolphins play as you cruise and then  have a Drink and perhaps a Delicious Seafood Lunch at one of our Barrier Island waterfront restaurants. ​(Have a literal Cheeseburger in Paradise) After lunch relax by doing some  Shelling and
Beach Hopping / Exploring at a remote boat access only beach or the Captain will take your group to check out some Dolphin and Manatee in their natural surroundings. 

Shelling the Barrier Islands Tour / Fishing / Wildlife Viewing / Lunch in the Islands 

(Combo Tour Activities are Customized to Your Family or Groups Specific Desires and or Requests)

4 Hour (Shelling or Wildlife Only) $550

4 Hour (Fishing) $550*

5 Hour $650*

6 Hour $750

(most combo tours are typically 6 hours in length and that allows time for Fishing, Shelling / Beach Hopping, Wildlife Touring and Maybe Lunch in The Islands)

7 Hour $850

8 Hour $950

9 Hour $1050

Prices Include the first 1- 3 passengers.

 Each additional passenger is $100.

6 passengers Maximum.

*4 and 5 hour fishing charters require the same effort and preparation by the Captain as a 6 hour charter and are priced accordingly.  
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Everything you need to fish is Included (licenses, bait, tackle etc), just bring whatever you want to eat or drink.

Captiva (South Seas or Green Flash) pickup $175 extra, North Captiva pickup $275 (A Captiva pickup requires a 18 mile transit for the Captain each way, to your dock and afterwards to return to our dock, 36 miles round trip. North Captiva requires a 24 mile transit each way, 48 miles round trip).

Groups that change the plan of the day from a Combo Tour of Three to Four activities, to a Pure Fishing trip will be charged the regular Inshore Fishing Trip Prices.

All charters are Private, only your family or group will be aboard the boat, we do not mix groups. 

​DETAILS AND ETC.
A Deposit is required to reserve your charter at the time of booking, $200.00 minimum deposit. The deposit is non refundable unless the Captain cancels your trip for weather or other reason. 

It covers the cost of perishable items such as ice, bait and the fuel it takes to get the boat to the marina and ready for your trip.

We accept payment in Cash, or Major Credit Card only, no checks please.

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Everything you will need to fish is included in our price;

Fishing License for every member of your group.

Rods and Reels

Bait / Tackle

Use of a cooler with Ice for your refreshments (no need to bring a cooler, please bring bottled waters or whatever you may want to drink or eat, we do not provide any food or drinks.)

Separate fish cooler with Ice to keep your catch ice cold

Although most Offshore fishing charter boats charge extra for fish cleaning, our Captains always clean your catch and bag it for your trip home as part of the standard service. 

Some of our Typical Pick Up Locations;

SANIBEL MARINA 

624 N Yachtsman Drive Sanibel Island FL, 33957

"BARNACLE PHIL's" Restaurant, North Captiva Island.

TARPON POINT MARINA, Cape Coral.

The WESTIN RESORT CAPE CORAL at Marina Village.

CAPE CORAL YACHT CLUB, Cape Coral.

BOWDITCH POINT BOAT DOCK, Fort Myers Beach.

On PINE ISLAND in SAINT JAMES CITY.

"The Green Flash" Restaurant, Captiva Island.

South Seas Plantation Marina, Captiva Island.
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From YOUR DOCK or RESIDENCE.

Or any chosen landing point agreed upon ahead of time with the Captain, just ask us.

Some Frequently Asked Questions:

What exactly is an Offshore or Deep Sea Fishing Charter?

The Captain will take you OFFSHORE FISHING, also known as DEEP SEA FISHING, outside the Islands of Sanibel, Captiva, North Captiva, Cayo Costa, San Carlos Island (Ft. Myers Beach), Fort Myers, Saint James City, Pine Island, Bonita Springs, Naples, Marco Island and Cape Coral, into the vast body of water known as the Gulf of Mexico.
Weather, Tide, Time of Year and other factors effect where the boat will fish from day to day. Offshore Fishing / Deep Sea fishing is typically done over natural live bottom reefs and ledges or artificial reefs such as old shipwrecks and rubble.

What types of fish will we catch on a typical OFFSHORE - DEEP SEA FISHING CHARTER?

Commonly Caught Fish Species Offshore Fishing;
Shark, Barracuda, Goliath Grouper, Red Grouper, Gag Grouper, Black Grouper, Scamp Grouper, Strawberry Grouper, Black Fin Tuna, Bonita “Little Tunny” Tuna, Amberjack, Hogfish, Permit, Cobia, Tarpon, Tripletail, Sharks (many varieties), Mangrove Snapper, Grunt Snapper, Lane Snapper, Yellowtail Snapper, Flounder, King Mackerel, Spanish Mackerel, Cero Mackerel, Mahi Mahi (Dorado).

* The above list represents species commonly caught on our Offshore / Deep Sea Fishing Charter. Length of trip / Time Invested, Weather, Season, Tide, Angler Experience, all play a roll in which species will be targeted by the Captain and caught by the Crew.

What exactly is a “Inshore or Bay Fishing Charter”, where will we be fishing Captain?

The Captain will take your INSHORE / BAY FISHING CHARTER into the best areas surrounding the Barrier Islands of Southwest Florida and/or in the bay inside the Islands of Sanibel, Captiva, North Captiva, Cayo Costa, Fort Myers Beach, Fort Myers, Saint James City, Pine Island,  Bonita Springs, Naples, and Cape Coral, a body of water generally known as PINE ISLAND SOUND.
Weather, Tide, Time of Year and other factors effect where the boat will fish from day to day.
On certain days INSHORE / BAY FISHING CHARTERS could be best spent by fishing in the Caloosahatchee River which separates the towns of Fort Myers and Cape Coral.
The Caloosahatchee River is famous amongst Snook fishing enthusiasts, known for some of the best BIG SNOOK FISHING in the world.
Certain times of the year the Captain will advise you that the best way to spend your time CHARTER FISHING IN SOUTHWEST FLORIDA, is to fish the beaches of Sanibel and Fort Myers Beach, Captiva, North Captiva or Cayo Costa Islands respectively. All possible fishing charter options are on the table from nine miles off the beach in the Gulf of Mexico, to nine miles up the river, to Boca Grande Pass and Charlotte Harbor. 
 

What types of fish will we catch on an INSHORE - BAY FISHING CHARTER?

Typical species caught while on an Inshore - Bay Fishing Charter in Southwest Florida include Sea Trout, Sand Trout, Whiting, Black Drum, Snook, Redfish, Jack Crevalle, Mangrove Snapper, Sheepshead, Grunt Snapper, Catfish, Gag Grouper, Red Grouper, Goliath Grouper, Barracuda, Tarpon, Pufferfish, Lane Snapper, Flounder, Bluefish, Bonnethead Shark, Hammerhead Shark, Bull Shark, Lemon Shark, Blacktip Shark, Atlantic Sharpnose Shark, Spinner Shark, Nurse Shark, Stingray, Skate, Cobia, Tripletail, Spanish Mackerel, King Mackerel, Permit, Pompano, Ladyfish, and probably a few more. 

Can Fishing Charters be combined with Lunch, Shelling or Wildlife Tours?

Yes! Absolutely.

We will go to great lengths to make you trip a perfect mix of options to suit your particular ideal itinerary.

Fish-Shelling-Lunch itineraries are our most popular combination trip; they require a minimum of six hours to do comfortably. Most families enjoy combo trips 7 to 8 hours in length, fishing then lunch and after lunch some shelling is ideal.

Shelling and Beach Hopping involves accessing remote and sometimes deserted sections of beach, so bring your water-shoes or go barefoot thats what the Captain will be doing. 

What should we bring along?

We recommend that you bring a hat and long sleeve shirt for the Sun.

Maybe bring water shoes, especially if you have chosen to go Shelling or Beach Hopping on Sanibel, Captiva, North Captiva, Cayo Costa or Gasparilla Islands. These islands are remote and you will have to wade the last few yards to shore in knee deep water.

Snacks and Refreshments especially Gatorade and Bottled Waters

Camera, however we also always have a camera aboard and will gladly photograph you fish and email the photos to you after the charter. Regular Liquid Sunscreen.

Please Do Not Bring!

GPS Equipment!!! We will confiscate them.
Illegal Drugs!

Firearms
Please DO NOT bring SPRAY SUNSCREEN or Tanning Oils these are not allowed to be used onboard the boat, however you may use Spray Sunscreen at home or on the Dock as you are getting ready for your adventure.
NO STYROFOAM COOLERS are not allowed, they will break and be all over the boat and ocean.
 

23 foot long by 9'4" foot wide, with a 10 inch shallow draft, built by One3 Boats

"The Iron Maiden"

 She was also custom designed by Captain Frank, and built in East Lyme, CT for our purposes, configured to be a shallow water inshore bay charter fishing vessel. Built of extra strong welded aluminum, to the same strength of construction as the U.S. Coast Guard Rescue Vessels. Our vessels are the strongest built and safest construction of any charter boats in these waters.

76" long GOLIATH GROUPER caught deep sea fishing offshore of Sanibel and Captiva Islands.

Large Redfish are plentiful in September and October

Gag Grouper are really common catches, on 6 hour Offshore trips and also in the Bay during Winter.

Shark Fishing is Exciting and FUN! 

Florida's Sheepshead are Delicious and Powerful Fighters, caught during the coldest months of the year. 

OFFSHORE FISHING FAMILY FUN!

Barracuda are amazingly strong and fun to catch while Deep Sea Fishing Cape Coral. 

Gag Grouper are so much fun to catch!

 Manatee are so beautiful to see up close.

We see Dolphins on 99% of all trips!