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Andy Santana

Independent Guide
US Veteran Veteran
Talkative
Laid-back
Instructional
Expert Oriented
Adventurous
Quality
Captain Andy has been fishing the Southwest Florida waters for over a decade.

His love for fishing and helping others experience the excitement of hooking and fighting a fish has been his passion. Captain Andy also volunteers his time and experience to take kids in his community fishing.

Captain Andy Also, is a guess speaker for SWFL fishing club and some surrounding bait shops.

About Your Guide

Profile photo of Captain Experiences guide Andy Santana

Andy Santana

Independent Guide
Captain Andy has been fishing the Southwest Florida waters for over a decade.

His love for fishing and helping others experience the excitement of hooking and fighting a fish has been his passion. Captain Andy also volunteers his time and experience to take kids in his community fishing.

Captain Andy Also, is a guess speaker for SWFL fishing club and some surrounding bait shops.
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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
9ft Lemon Shark
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
Steak and lobster
What’s your favorite band?
Romeo Santos
What’s your favorite movie?
Goonies

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
9ft Lemon Shark
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
Steak and lobster
What’s your favorite band?
Romeo Santos
What’s your favorite movie?
Goonies
What’s your favorite sports team?
Tampa Bay, Buccaneers
What’s your drink of choice?
Coca Cola
What was your last halloween costume?
Ghost
What do you want for Christmas this year?
Hooks
How did you get started guiding?
Love guiding individuals and teaching them how to fish
What makes you different from other guides?
I love to educate and show them a great experience
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore, Flats in Bokeelia

4-8 Hours Inshore Trip

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22 ft 1 - 12 People From $550
Veteran Operated
This trip is managed by a veteran of the US armed forces.
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore Fishing in Bokeelia

Tarpon Trip

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22 ft 1 - 4 People From $950

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Recent Reviews of Hooked4life Fishing Charters

5.0
based on 2 reviews

Bonnie

Verified Review

Very enjoyable charter with over 20 hookups in 4 hours. We requested targeting snook, redfish and any other "filet and release" species. Snook and redfish were abundant although many were short they were a great fight. Highly recommend Captain Andy.

Bonnie

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Very enjoyable charter with over 20 hookups in 4 hours. We requested targeting snook, redfish and any other "filet and release" species. Snook and redfish were abundant although many were short they were a great fight. Highly recommend Captain Andy.
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Response from Andy:
Thank you, 🙏

Response from Andy:

Thank you, 🙏
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Tabitha

Verified Review

Andy was great with my son and myself. Had
enthusiasm and was willing to explain the thinking behind all of our maneuvers. Made us feel part of the process. Great adventure, book it!

Tabitha

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Andy was great with my son and myself. Had
enthusiasm and was willing to explain the thinking behind all of our maneuvers. Made us feel part of the process. Great adventure, book it!
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Response from Andy:
Good times

Response from Andy:

Good times
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Potential Target Species

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Cut Bait Fishing
Drift Fishing
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