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Inshore, Nearshore, Flats in Marco Island

3 - 4 Hour Inshore Fishing

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25 ft 1 - 12 People From $475
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Nearshore Fishing in Marco Island

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25 ft 1 - 3 People From $550
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Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in Marco Island

Marco Island Charter Fishing

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31 ft 1 - 12 People From $800
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Inshore, Nearshore, Flats in Marco Island

Ten Thousand Islands Inshore

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24 ft 1 - 4 People From $500
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Nearshore Fishing in Naples

Nearshore Wreck And Reef Fishing

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Inshore Fishing in Naples

Weekday Afternoon Trip

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20 ft 1 - 4 People From $500

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Everything to Know About Booking a Marco Island tarpon fishing charter

Why should I book a tarpon fishing charter in Marco Island with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 26 tarpon trips in Marco Island, and the most popular trips in the area are 3 - 4 Hour Inshore Fishing guided by Kodie, Marco Island Nearshore guided by Steve, and Marco Island Charter Fishing guided by Randy.

Our guides in Marco Island are rated a 4.84 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 tarpon guides / fishing lessons in Marco Island? Check out our beginner and family friendly tarpon guides in Marco Island.

What types of tarpon fishing charters are common in Marco Island?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing for tarpon in Marco Island as well as inshore fishing, nearshore fishing, and flats fishing.

The most common fishing techniques in Marco Island are artificial lure fishing, cut bait fishing, and jigging but light tackle fishing and live bait fishing are popular as well.

How much do Marco Island tarpon fishing charters cost?

Prices for tarpon in Marco Island can range anywhere from about $528 to $2,000, but the average price for a half day trip for tarpon in Marco Island is $855. The average price for a full day trip for tarpon in Marco Island is $1,465.

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 tarpon fishing in Marco Island?

The most popular season for tarpon fishing in Marco Island is spring, and most anglers book their trips 8 days in advance.

Do I need a Marco Island fishing license for tarpon and what are the bag limits for tarpon in Marco Island?

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

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Great job. Put us on fish. Made it east

    Donovan C. | November 17, 2025

    Trip: Naples Ultimate Fishing - 30'

  • ★★★★★
    Great trip! We saw some dolphins and Captain Nick was able to get them to surf behind the boat. The fishing was well suited for our family but wish it could have been more intense at times. We were able to go to a beach and cool down for a bit too. Overall it was a good trip and Captain Nick was professional and fun to hang with.

    James F. | August 7, 2025

    Trip: 3 - 4 Hour Inshore Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Steve was amazing, we had a great time and qe caught lots of fish! Life long memories for sure!

    Glenn D. | July 27, 2025

    Trip: Marco Island Nearshore

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

    Courtney C. | June 3, 2025

    Trip: Naples Fishing Adventure

  • ★★★★★
    My daughter, son in law, and I had an amazing trip today with Captain Tim. We caught a few snook and snapper and even had a few to take home to eat. Captain Tim kept us on good fishing spots. He was super helpful and was fun company on the boat. We will be returning for sure!

    Amy H. | May 17, 2025

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

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