Captiva Island Fishing Reports (May 2026)

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Fishing reports straight from our guides in Captiva Island

Ray Moses
Sanibel, Florida
Reported: 1 day ago

Tarpon and sharks are on fire

Ray Moses Sanibel, Florida Reported: 1 day ago

Tarpon and sharks are on fire

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Dalton Bryant
Fort Myers Beach, Florida
Reported: 1 week ago

The bite is firing up in pine island sound, the trout bite is amazing as always and the large schools or reds are showing up.

Dalton Bryant Fort Myers Beach, Florida Reported: 1 week ago

The bite is firing up in pine island sound, the trout bite is amazing as always and the large schools or reds are showing up.

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Austin Metcalf
Bradenton, Florida
Reported: 1 week ago

Fishing has been good!

Austin Metcalf Bradenton, Florida Reported: 1 week ago

Fishing has been good!

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Jesse Calhoun
Fort Myers Beach, Florida
Reported: 3 weeks ago

Been windy, some days better than others but plenty of action

Jesse Calhoun Fort Myers Beach, Florida Reported: 3 weeks ago

Been windy, some days better than others but plenty of action

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Drew Underwood
Fort Myers, Florida
Reported: 1 month ago

The fishing has been great the best few weeks with the warming water. Pilchards and thread fans are the Bait of choice.

Drew Underwood Fort Myers, Florida Reported: 1 month ago

The fishing has been great the best few weeks with the warming water. Pilchards and thread fans are the Bait of choice.

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Justin Richards
Fort Myers, Florida
Reported: 1 month ago

Spring time fishing is firing up with big schools of snook and redfish showing up

Justin Richards Fort Myers, Florida Reported: 1 month ago

Spring time fishing is firing up with big schools of snook and redfish showing up

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Jesse Calhoun
Fort Myers Beach, Florida
Reported: 1 month ago

Tons of action, plenty for dinner. Fun exciting variety of fish around

Jesse Calhoun Fort Myers Beach, Florida Reported: 1 month ago

Tons of action, plenty for dinner. Fun exciting variety of fish around

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Austin Metcalf
Bradenton, Florida
Reported: 1 month ago

Things have been awesome! This cold front threw a curve ball for the next couple days but it's been great!

Austin Metcalf Bradenton, Florida Reported: 1 month ago

Things have been awesome! This cold front threw a curve ball for the next couple days but it's been great!

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★★★★★
We had an absolutely incredible day with Captain Roland! From the moment we got on the boat, he was attentive, personable, and made us feel completely comfortable. He was especially wonderful with our 9-year-old son—taking the time to teach him, encourage him, and make sure he was having the best time. We caught more fish than we ever expected, and the entire experience was relaxed, fun, and memorable. There truly isn’t enough good we can say about this trip. We’re already looking forward to booking again with Captain Roland!
Candace M. | April 21, 2026

Trip: Inshore Fishing Charter Cape Coral
★★★★★
Went out with Capt Ray on Tuesday He is pleasant and very helpful My 10 year old niece caught fish and that made our trip. Highly recommend Capt Experience and Capt Ray
Fred L. | April 2, 2026

Trip: Captiva And Sanibel Fishing Trip
★★★★★
James was great for myself and my 3 sons! Caught some big fish and multiple species.
David L. | April 1, 2026

Trip: Fort Myers/Sanibel Fishing Trip
★★★★★
Great guy. Definitely would book with him again and he
Paul C. | March 20, 2026

Trip: Captiva And Sanibel Fishing Trip
★★★★★
Kelly did a great job and put me on lots of fish. Great Captain! Tony C
Tony C. | February 21, 2026

Trip: Inshore Back Water Fishing Trip
★★★★★
A GREAT day fishing with Captain Al! Ended up booking for the COLDEST day possible in January but Cap’n Al found protected spots with great returns. We all three caught a bunch of Reds, snook, snapper and sheepshead. Cap’n Al is super experienced and a great navigator..which is ideal when out in any waters. He is also calm, funny and patient, with a kind manner. Had great equipment and plenty of bait for us to lose while trying to entice the fish! The boat is terrific, clean and very well kept, a comfortable and safe platform to fish from, and took the chop very well. He also kindly filleted our keepers to ensure we had a perfect dinner when we got home! An excellent fishing adventure and we will certainly be going out with him again. Thanks Cap’n Al, for a wonderful day!
Karen D. | January 22, 2026

Trip: 4 Hour Inshore
★★★★★
Captain is a real professional!! We were on snook minutes from leaving the dock. We caught Red grouper, gag grouper, mangrove snapper and snook. My wife and I highly recommend Captain James.
Jack L. | November 15, 2025

Trip: Fort Myers/Sanibel Fishing Trip
★★★★★
Captain Ray was knowledgable about area and fishing spots. He was a great guy and a well trained captain. However, we paid for 5 people on a charter and only 2 - 3 poles were ever in the water. This was due to high chop but still somewhat disappointing. I would try captain Ray again.
Marc M. | August 12, 2025

Trip: Captiva And Sanibel Fishing Trip
★★★★★
James is the man! He knew right where the fish would be. He was also great with our kids helping them and teaching them the ways, especially with our young daughter who beat us all. Both kids had a blast. Our family had a great time! We will definitely be going out with you againa. Thanks again, James!
Donald S. | August 11, 2025

Trip: Fort Myers/Sanibel Fishing Trip
★★★★★
We had a phenomenal experience with James! He was knowledgeable and funny with a clean boat and excellent fishing equipment. Highly recommend ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Tammy P. | July 19, 2025

Trip: Fort Myers/Sanibel Fishing Trip

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