Estero Bay Fishing Charters

Escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life with a serene back bay fishing trip in the picturesque Estero Bay with avid captain and fisherman Captain Jesse Calhoun. With over 30 years of fishing experience Captain Jesse make everyone from beginners to avid fisherman experience the best that Estero Bay has to offer. Wether you want your experience to be all about fishing, family fun, or a unique to your group Captain Jesse will cater your experience to exactly the day you imagined. Captain Jesse has also been a local "celebrity" on the island and is happy to show you around his favorite local waterfront restaurants and sandbars. He is a relaxed easy going captain who will make your group feel welcome with whatever experience you want. This back bay excursion offers the perfect blend of relaxation and excitement as you navigate the calm waters in search of abundant marine treasures. Accompanied by a seasoned captain, you'll have the opportunity to reel in some impressive catches, including Black Drum, Gag Grouper, the Spanish Mackerel, the Mangrove Snapper, and Florida Pompano. Black Drum: Powerful fish with impressive fighting abilities. Gag Grouper: Mild and delicate bottom-dwelling species. Spanish Mackerel: Agile fish with delicious taste. Mangrove Snapper: Colorful and versatile fish with sweet flavor. Florida Pompano: Silver-colored beauty with succulent, buttery flesh. Read More

Captain Pete is the ultimate fishing guide for anyone who wants to experience the thrill of inshore fishing in Fort Myers, Florida. Aboard his 22' AquaSport bay boat, you'll be able to explore the beautiful backcountry waters between Estero Bay and Pine Island Sound. These waters are rich with a variety of classic species, but on this charter, you'll be focused on hooking Tarpon, Florida's most famous inshore sportfish. These "Silver Kings" are known worldwide for their incredible fighting ability, strength, and beauty, and are are a true test for any angler. In the summers, these impressive fish move up and down the coast, hunting for food. Tides, weather, and the phases of the moon play essential roles in Tarpon behavior, but in the spring and early summer these kings of the inshore are always hungry, biting on both live and artificial bait. In addition to their strength and speed, they're one of the most photogenic fish in the ocean, with bright silver scales covering a sleek, aggressive body built for hunting down baitfish. These qualities put Tarpon right in Captain Pete's wheelhouse—he's a talented photographer who will capture stunning pictures of your catch that you can treasure forever. With his passion for fishing and photography, you're guaranteed an unforgettable day on the water with Captain Pete! Read More

Fishing in the back-bay/inshore waters is what Southwest Florida is known for around the world. These are Captain Jack's most popular trips across all his clients, from veteran anglers to children! When fishing from Boca Grande to Estero Bay there are dozens of species that can end up on the end of your line. Some of the more common species include **Snook, Redfish, Trout, Tripletail, Tarpon, Spanish Mackeral, Sheepshead, and Various Species of Sharks.** There is nothing quite as fun as stalking fish along mangrove islands, floating across grass flats, pitching live-baits into structure or drifting baits through passes. Captain Jack mostly uses live-bait and spinning reels. With proven success, he finds this is the most effective way to put fish into the boat! Capt. Jack pilots a beautiful, 23’ vessel that can handle rough days and get into shallow fishing holes making it perfect for plying the waters of Southwest Florida. Its T-top gives plenty of shade from Florida’s brutal sun complete with a tower and second station. An extra-wide beam and clutter-free deck give his clients plenty of room to move around, fight fish or lay back & relax. With a brand new Minn Kota trolling motor, massive bait-well, state-of-the-art GPS/SONAR, Bluetooth sound system, and more to help our clients increase their chances of landing fish as comfortably as possible. Since everything is provided aboard Captain Jack's boat, all you need to bring are your favorite snacks and drinks and you'll be all set! Read More

Captain Pete is the ultimate fishing guide for anyone who wants to experience the thrill of inshore fishing in Fort Myers, Florida. Aboard his 22' AquaSport bay boat, you'll be able to explore the beautiful backcountry waters between Estero Bay and Pine Island Sound. These waters are home to a variety of classic inshore sportfish, including Redfish, Snook, Tarpon, and more! Captain Pete is an expert in catching a variety of fish species on light tackle, and making sure that each angler has a memorable time. But that's not all—Pete is also a talented photographer who will capture stunning pictures of your catch that you can treasure forever. With his passion for fishing and photography, you're guaranteed an unforgettable day on the water with Captain Pete. Read More

On this fishing trip with Captain Rob, you'll fish the inshore waters of Estero Bay, Matanzas Pass, and Southern Pine Island Sound, looking for a variety of species including Mangrove Snapper, Sheepshead, Seatrout, Spanish Mackerel, Pompano, and Gag Grouper (when in season). There's a little bit of everything on this trip; you'll get the enjoy the beautiful scenery, catch fun fighting fish, and take home an excellent dinner! You'll mix it up on this trip, using a combination of trolling and light-tackle fishing, changing your baits and lures depending on the weather, season, and target species. Captain Rob will take you out on his 25' SeaQuest center console, powered by a 300HP Suzuki engine. This boat is perfect for navigating the costal waters you'll be fishing. You will need to bring your sun protection, a hat, and some sunglasses and you'll be ready to hit the water. Be sure to pack an ice chest so that you can take home the tasty fish you'll catch! Read More