Jackpot Fishing and Ecotours in Fort Myers, Florida

Experience the thrill of fishing in shallow waters where you can often see the fish you’re casting to. With a variety of sought-after species like snook, redfish, trout, snapper, and even sharks, anglers of all ages and skill levels will be delighted by the abundance of marine life and the feeling of seclusion with the surrounding landscape. Southwest Florida offers anglers a true paradise for fishing enthusiasts, with its diverse ecosystems and abundance of species to catch. The Fort Myers area, in particular, is a prime destination for fishing adventures. Nestled along the Gulf of Mexico and surrounded by estuaries, rivers, and coastal mangroves, Fort Myers provides an array of fishing opportunities for both beginners and seasoned fishermen alike. Inshore fishing near Fort Myers, Florida, allows anglers access to the shallow coastal waters, estuaries, and backwaters that provide the perfect habitat for a variety of inshore favorites. Snook, a premier game fish known for their fighting prowess, are a top draw for anglers seeking thrilling battles. Redfish, with their distinctive copper-colored tails, roam the shallows, creating another sought-after target. Spotted Seatrout, sporting beautiful speckled patterns, are plentiful in the grass flats and channels, providing excellent sport, consistent action for kids, and delicious table fare. Whether you’re a seasoned angler or a first-timer, fishing near Fort Myers promises an unforgettable adventure among natural beauty and action-packed fishing. Read More

Nearshore fishing charters take us a few miles offshore from Sanibel Island and other nearby islands, targeting an exciting array of species, including permit, cobia, snapper, grouper, and sharks. Southwest Florida offers anglers a true paradise for fishing enthusiasts, with its diverse ecosystems and abundance of species to catch. The Fort Myers area, in particular, is a prime destination for fishing adventures. Nestled along the Gulf of Mexico and surrounded by estuaries, rivers, and coastal mangroves, Fort Myers provides an array of fishing opportunities for both beginners and seasoned fishermen alike. Nearshore fishing near Fort Myers, Florida, allows anglers access to the deeper waters only a couple miles offshore, that provide the perfect habitat for a variety of reef fish favorites. Permit, a premier game fish known for their fighting prowess, are a top draw for anglers seeking thrilling battles and gorgeous fish. Cobia, with their distinctive shark-like appearance, roam the open water, creating another sought-after target. Snapper and Grouper, sporting beautiful patterns and delicious table fare, are plentiful on the reefs and other nearshore structures, providing excellent sport, consistent action for kids, and delicious table fare. Whether you’re a seasoned angler or a first-timer, fishing near Fort Myers promises an unforgettable adventure among natural beauty and action-packed fishing. Read More

Our Fort Myers tarpon fishing charters are dedicated to only fishing for the silver king! Captain’s favorite time of year. If you can make it here from March to July, it’s as world-class as world-class tarpon fishing gets. This charter should be on every serious angler’s bucket list These tarpon do amazing, acrobatic flips and jumps and show off their beautiful silver scales as they relentlessly try to shake your hooks throughout the fight – which makes catching a tarpon a very difficult and rewarding task. Tarpon near Fort Myers can be over 200 pounds and we’re commonly hooking up with 5+ fish per trip. Tarpon fishing at night in Southwest Florida is best during tarpon season from March – August, but it’s also a great year-round bite where you can hook tarpon almost any day of the year! At night the tarpon can be extremely active and feed really well. Floating big live baits can generate incredible surface strikes right behind the boat. We also like to target tarpon with artificial presentations & dead baiting the bottom. Our tarpon fishing charters start out of Sanibel/Fort Myers Beach area with convenient waterfront pickups also available. We can also fish out of Boca Grande. Captain Jack has poured 15 years of passion into these waters and loves putting his clients on fish! It’s hard to find someone with a better handle on the Fort Myers area tarpon migrations and feeding patterns than Captain Jack. Read More

Night fishing charters are a great option to stay out of the sun while out on the boat and also away from other boaters. These trips are still full of action from snook, tarpon, sharks, and various inshore species. Also, depending on your reason for visiting the Fort Myers / Sanibel Island area, it might be the only time you can get out fishing! Read More