About Your Trip

Captain Mike Jr is ready for your experience to begin with the best experience a Boca Grande Fishing Charter can offer. Some of his client's favorite charter destinations include, Little Gasparilla Island, Boca Grande, Don Pedro Island, Knight's Island, Palm Island, Englewood, Pine Island, Cabbage Key, Venice, Port Charlotte and more!

If you don't see your location listed, but you'd like a fishing charter in South West Florida, please feel free to reach out. If ... Read More Captain Mike can't service the area you're interested we know tons of other guides that can!

On these inshore trips you will mostly be using light tackle spinning gear (which Captain Mike will provide). You'll be throwing either live bait (pin fish, shrimp, blue crabs) or fishing artificial lures. From hammering the mangroves in the backwaters to stalking fish on off the beaches, Captain Mike is an expert at it all and will show you how to get on the fish.

When Tarpon season is in, Tarpon trips become the most heavily desired trips Captain Mike runs, and for good reason. Between insane strength, aerial displays, and gianormous size, Tarpon are arguable one of the funnest species to chase. When the Tarpon have migrated elsewhere (October - April), your main targets for the day include Snook, Redfish, Trout, Sharks, a variety of Snapper species. Depending on the time of year don't be surprised if you catch Triple Tail, Permit, Barracuda, and Sheepsheadm and If you want to do battle with one of the biggest fish in the ocean, Captain Mike also know how to hook into Goliath Grouper!

Local Hot Spots:

TURTLE BAY
Turtle Bay is a large bay with mostly shallow water. There are several deep spots in Turtle Bay as well, but navigation can be tricky if you don't have an experienced Captain. When in this area we will typically be catching Trout, Snook and Redfish.

BULL BAY
Bull Bay is an isolated, world famous fishing bay, surrounded by untouched land. Past Presidents have come to this area specifically to fish these waters. The bay is mostly shallow water, with deep pockets and pot holes. During the winter months large amounts of Snook rest in these pockets for high volume fishing.

Captain Mike will provide expert advice on where the best fishing is and what species is hottest, but is most interested in doing whatever it is you'd like to do on your charter. So if there is a species you'd like to target or location you'd like to fish please leave notes when you book so Captain Mike can plan accordingly. No matter where you fish, Captain Mike has you covered with all the top-of-the-line rods, reels, tackle and lures you will need for a successful day out on the water. All he recommends you bring are your favorite snacks and drinks, sunglasses, and the desire to catch a pile of fish!

About Your Guide

29 Years of Experience

Captain Michael is a 5th generation Floridian and Englewood beach native who has made a name for himself all around South West Florida as one of the areas leading charter captains. In addition to Tarpon, Captain Michael has the knowledge and experience that has made him one of the most sought-after backwater fishing Captains in Englewood, Boca Grande, Placida, Little Gasparilla Island, and more.

Being a charter captain is not a career for Captain Michael, it is a passion - a passion forged by a ... Read More

Start Location

6301 Boca Grande Causeway, Placida, FL 33946, United States

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Bay Boat
Boat Manufacturer: Hanson
Year Built: 2017
Boat Length: 23
Engine Manufacturer: Suzuki
Total Horsepower: 200
Number of Engines: 1
Additional Amenities: Fighting Chair, GPS, Fishfinder, Live Bait Well, Ice Box

Amenities and Information

Water Type

Inshore, Flats

Skill Levels

Advanced, Beginner, Intermediate

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Fish Cleaning

This guide will clean your catch for you.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Live Bait

Yes, Included

Weather

You will get a refund if the trip is canceled due to weather.

Boat Restroom

No, this boat does not have a bathroom on board.

Species

Blacktip Shark, Bull Shark, Redfish, Snook, Speckled Trout, Tarpon

Techniques

Artificial Lure Fishing, Heavy Tackle Fishing, Light Tackle Fishing, Live Bait Fishing, Trolling

Packing / Extras

Everything you'll need for your trip: Fishing License, Ice Box, Rods, reels & tackle, Fighting Chair included.
Where to Buy a Fishing License: No license needed for this trip.

Things to Keep in Mind

Payment & Tipping: We use a cashless autopay system. We'll send you a boarding pass, and on the day of the trip, your guide will scan your boarding pass to automatically transfer the remaining balance. The only cash needed is to tip your guide (we recommend 20%).
Cancellation/Refund Policy: Cancel for free up to 3 days before the trip.

Pricing & Availability

To check pricing, please select a trip date, duration, group size and start time.

Have questions? Call us at 833-227-8246

Reviews

Diana B.

Fishing

Top notch charter Captain! It was an amazing experience and I would recommend this charter to anyone wanting to catch fish, he knows where the spots are! Perfect ride out offshore, and plenty of space on the boat for multiple people to fish off of!

Sue P.

Fishing

Mike is an expert at finding the best fishing locations and gives great service to his charter clients. I highly recommend Wise Guy Fishing Charters for your next fishing trip.

Job G.

Fishing

Captain Mike was awesome! We did the 8 hour deep sea fishing trip with him. We caught loads of fish and learned a ton. 10/10 recommend for anyone looking for a good time.

Robert O

Fishing

Captain Mike is awesome really knows the waters, conditions, tide and where the fish are along with a clean boat.

Jennifer M

Fishing

Best fishing charter out there! Captain Mike was so knowledgeable of the waters and can spot were the fish are. We had bites all day we were out, never a dull moment. I highly recommend him if your in the area. We had such a great time, we can’t stop ...Read More talking about it.

Michelle 'F

Fishing

Captain Mike had a super clean boat, kept us on fish all afternoon, and was really great with our kids (10 & 8 years old). He gets you the right bait and the right spot and flexible to adjust plans as needed! Thanks Captain Mike - memories for a ...Read More lifetime!

Colby K.

Fishing

We had a great time in shore fishing with Captain Mike. Knowledgeable about fishing spots and was there to help as much or as little as we wanted (in my case, I needed a lot of help). Great experience.

Elyce F

Fishing

Mike was a Great Captain. made us feel welcome as soon as we got on the boat! He got us on fish right away and made sure we had everything we needed! We caught some really great fish and had a lot of fun!

Emma B

Fishing

We took an inshore charter with Captain Mike today and had a fantastic experience. Mike is extremely knowledgeable in the best locations to ensure everyone catches fish. He was always checking to make sure we were comfortable throughout the whole trip. We would highly recommend choosing Mike for any of ...Read More

First Time Booking with Us?

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We vet our guides to make sure they are the best of the best. We want guides who not only put you on 'em, but show you a great time, keep you safe, and give you a memorable experience with your group.

Once you've paid your deposit at checkout, we'll send you a boarding pass. Just show your guide your boarding pass on the day of the trip, they'll scan it, the remaining balance will transfer automatically, and you'll be all set to get out there. Just make sure you bring a cash tip for the guide!

In the case of inclement weather, our guides will make the call and we'll work with you to reschedule your trip or issue a full refund. Your safety is our top concern.

Once you book the trip, we will connect you directly with the guide to go over any additional details. In the meantime, our location specialists are always available to answer your questions via email, text, chat, or call!