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Inshore, River, Flats in Fort Myers Beach

SWFL Fly And Light Tackle

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Bonita Spring Redfish

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Inshore, River, Flats in Punta Gorda

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Everglades Inshore/Back Water

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Everything to Know About Booking a Fort Myers Beach river fishing charter

Why should I book a river fishing charter in Fort Myers Beach with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 13 river trips in Fort Myers Beach, and the most popular trips in the area are SWFL Fly And Light Tackle guided by Robert, Bonita Spring Redfish guided by Steve, and Fishing Thrills In Fort Myers guided by Dalton.

Our guides in Fort Myers Beach are rated a 4.86 out of 5 based on 5945 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 river guides / fishing lessons in Fort Myers Beach? Check out our beginner and family friendly river guides in Fort Myers Beach.

What types of river fishing charters are common in Fort Myers Beach?

The most commonly sought after species for river fishing are: 1. redfish, 2. goliath grouper, 3. ladyfish, 4. mangrove snapper, and 5. sheepshead.

The most common fishing techniques in Fort Myers Beach are live bait fishing, artificial lure fishing, and bottom fishing but cut bait fishing and drift fishing are popular as well.

How much do Fort Myers Beach river fishing charters cost?

Prices for river fishing in Fort Myers Beach can range anywhere from about $548 to $1,955, but the average price for a half day trip for river fishing in Fort Myers Beach is $723. The average price for a full day trip for river fishing in Fort Myers Beach is $1,237.

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 river fishing in Fort Myers Beach?

The most popular season for river fishing in Fort Myers Beach is spring, and most anglers book their trips 8 days in advance.

Do I need a Fort Myers Beach fishing license and what are the bag limits in Fort Myers Beach?

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

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Had a great time catching fish. Billy was patient with us and extremely helpful. 10 out of 10 would recommend!

    Sebastian L. | October 4, 2025

    Trip: Inshore Bay / Flats

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Dalton did a great job and so knowledgeable of the area. His knowledge of the fish, areas to fish, is excellent. His old Florida mantra made the trip top notch. We will be looking for hIm on our next trip to FT. MYERS

    Ronald K. | July 5, 2025

    Trip: Fishing Thrills In Fort Myers

  • ★★★★★
    Had a blast, Billy took care of us, taught us how to fish and we caught more than we expected. A ton of fun.

    Andrew M. | June 5, 2025

    Trip: Inshore Bay / Flats

  • ★★★★★
    Great guy. Very knowledgeable and pleasant. Would like to go out fishing with him again.

    Courtney C. | June 3, 2025

    Trip: Naples Fishing Adventure

  • ★★★★★
    Excellent capt. knowledgeable. Friendly We had a great trip

    Jerome T. | April 22, 2025

    Trip: Naples Fishing Adventure

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