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Recently Booked Fishing Charters In Collier County, Fl

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Inshore, Deep Sea Fishing in Collier County

Island Fishing/Shelling

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Shark Trip - 26' Sea Chaser

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Offshore Limits And Trophies!

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Full Day Naples Offshore

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Inshore, Nearshore, Flats in Naples

Red Hot! 🔥 Let's Go Fishing!

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19 ft 1 - 12 People From $400
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Afternoon Inshore / Nearshore Trip

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Red Snapper Fishing Charters In Collier County, Fl

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Deep Sea Fishing in Naples

Red Snapper 10+ Hour

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36 ft 1 - 12 People From $2,900
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Deep Sea Fishing in Naples

American Red Snapper Trip

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Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in Marco Island

Marco Island Offshore Hook-Up

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32 ft 1 - 6 People From $2,600
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4-8 Hour Offshore Fishing

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39 ft 1 - 6 People From $2,125

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Marco Island Charter Fishing

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Big Fish Light Tackle Adventure

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Everything to Know About Booking a Fishing Charter in Collier County

Why should I book a fishing charter in Collier County with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 51 trips in Collier County, and the most popular trips in the area are Island Fishing/Shelling guided by William, Shark Trip - 26' Sea Chaser guided by Brandon, and Offshore Limits And Trophies! guided by Joseph.

Our guides in Collier County are rated a 4.93 out of 5 based on 6940 verified reviews on Captain Experiences.

All guides on Captain Experiences are vetted by our team. You can access their reviews, click through trip photos, read bios to get to know them, and preview trip details like species, techniques, group sizes, boat specs and more.

Looking for kid friendly charters / fishing lessons in Collier County? Check out our beginner and family friendly charters in Collier County.

What types of fishing charters are common in Collier County?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing in Collier County as well as inshore fishing.

The most commonly sought after species in Collier County are: 1. black drum, 2. bonnethead shark, 3. flounder, 4. grunt, and 5. jack crevalle.

The most common fishing techniques in Collier County are bottom fishing, drift fishing, and jigging but light tackle fishing is popular as well.

How much do Collier County fishing charters cost?

Prices in Collier County can range anywhere from about $550 to $2,700, but the average price for a half day trip in Collier County is $922. The average price for a full day trip in Collier County is $1,953.

Is booking a fishing guide worth the money?

Hiring a guide provides a number of benefits and many choose to book a fishing guide for a combination of experience, local knowledge, convenience, and cost-effectiveness.

Working with experienced fishing guides who know the best local spots and techniques can dramatically increase your odds of a great day. Having someone who is on the water every day and knows the area like the back of their hand is going to give you the best chances of success.

Booking a guide is also more cost effective, especially if you only get out a handful of times per year. When you consider all of the costs you would incur on your own such as the price of a boat, maintenance, insurance, gas, high-quality gear and tackle, repairs, and more, you’ll find that DIY is sometimes not worth the expense.

Even if you’ve got a great setup already in your home waters, booking a guide also provides a great opportunity to experience new techniques, new locations, or even a chance at a new target species to knock off the bucket list.

What month is best for fishing in Collier County?

The most popular season for fishing in Collier County is spring, and most anglers book their trips 10 days in advance.

Do I need a Collier County fishing license and what are the bag limits in Collier County?

See here for more information on fishing licenses in Collier County, bag limits for target species, and fishing season regulations in Collier County. When in doubt, your fishing guide will always know the right rules and regulations in Collier County.

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Excellent fishing trip! Tim was great at explaining things to us and provided a great experience. Would definitely recommend!

    Bill B. | April 16, 2026

    Trip: Red Hot! 🔥 Let's Go Fishing!

  • ★★★★★
    Tyler is probably the best guide my wife and I have ever had. He was very attentive. He knew where the fish were and he was right there with bait or to get us un snagged or to help us pull in the big one you can’t go wrong with Tyler I promise.

    Frank W. | April 16, 2026

    Trip: Ten Thousand Islands Inshore

  • ★★★★★
    Edwin was a great captain. Fished with my two young sons and Edwin kept it appropriate for them. Made sure we saw some action and kept it safe. Definitely would recommend him to anyone going out on the water near Marco or Naples.

    Christopher T. | April 14, 2026

    Trip: I'll Be Your Capt'n

  • ★★★★★
    Nice charter... caught good fish.

    Michael O. | April 12, 2026

    Trip: Red Hot! 🔥 Let's Go Fishing!

  • ★★★★★
    Phil was fantastic! Although we didn't catch much, it was not for lack of effort. Phil went above & beyond wanting us to have the most positive experience possible. When we come back next year, we will ask for Phil again specifically. Just do not park where the dock is. I got a $30 ticket for parking where no signs were posted for "trailers only."

    James G. | April 7, 2026

    Trip: Nearshore Trip With Captain Phil

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