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Flats, Inshore, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Fort Myers

Fort Myers/Sanibel Fishing Trip

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24 ft 1 - 5 People From $115 / person

Inshore, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Fort Myers Beach

Fort Myers Inshore Fishing Trip

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25 ft 1 - 6 People From $117 / person

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Everything to Know About Booking a Fishing Charter in Matanzas Pass

What are the best fishing charters in Matanzas Pass?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 2 trips in Matanzas Pass, and the most popular trips in the area are Fort Myers/Sanibel Fishing Trip guided by James and Fort Myers Inshore Fishing Trip guided by Rob.

Our guides in Matanzas Pass are rated a 5 out of 5 based on 2403 verified reviews on Captain Experiences.

All guides on Captain Experiences are licensed, insured, and 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.

The most popular cities to book a charter in are Cape Coral, Naples and Bokeelia.

Looking for kid friendly charters in Matanzas Pass? Check out our beginner and family friendly charters in Matanzas Pass.

What types of fishing charters are common in Matanzas Pass?

Nearshore fishing is the most popular in Matanzas Pass as well as inshore fishing and flats fishing.

The most commonly sought after species in Matanzas Pass are: 1. speckled trout, 2. red grouper, 3. mangrove snapper, and 4. tarpon.

The most common fishing techniques in Matanzas Pass are live bait fishing, artificial lure fishing, and light tackle fishing but trolling and sight casting are popular as well.

How much do Matanzas Pass fishing charters cost?

in Matanzas Pass prices can range anywhere from an affordable $475 to $900, but the average price for a half day trip in Matanzas Pass is $586. The average price for a full day trip in Matanzas Pass is $761.

What month is best for fishing in Matanzas Pass?

The most popular season for fishing in Matanzas Pass is winter, and most anglers book their trips 9 days in advance.

Do I need a Matanzas Pass fishing license and what are the bag limits in Matanzas Pass?

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

Recent Reviews of Captain Experiences

  • ★★★★★
    Rod was drip!

    Quinton S. with Rob J. of Fort Myers Beach, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    If I could give six stars I would. I probably couldn’t have asked for a better first time experience saltwater fishing. James is clearly passionate about the waters and his knowledge was shown with every question we had answered. James was beyond patient, professional, and cares about his clients’ time. James knew where the action was and put us on some fish. I had an excellent time catching multiple species. Overall, my buddy and I felt welcomed and enjoyed hanging out with James and his mate Joe. Solid dudes. Would recommend booking and I will book again when I’m back in the area. Future charters have some big shoes to fill!

    Sky I. with James G. of Fort Myers, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    Captain James really worked hard for us today. What a friendly guy. Thanks James .

    Robin D. with James G. of Fort Myers, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    Choosing James to captain our one available day for fishing in Florida was the best choice we made. Very clean boat, and James is very knowledgeable both on fishing and the local scene. We very much enjoyed hanging out with James and catching more fish than we could carry back. Excellent tunes too! Will definitely be hiring James again and recommending to my friends.

    Joe I. with James G. of Fort Myers, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    The trip was everything advertised. Even though James is young, his Fishing knowledge and skills are beyond his years. We had a special request for a target species and he made it happen. A real pleasure.

    David H. with James G. of Fort Myers, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    James did a great job, confirming the trip and getting back to me right away with any question. Amazing experience! Went above and beyond to get us on the fish. Highly recommend! Very pleasant and motivated young man! Great Captain…

    Richard H. with James G. of Fort Myers, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    Very good captain! Super friendly and knowledgeable.

    Greg D. with James G. of Fort Myers, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    Our trip today was great all the way. We met captain James, on time, at the marina and we were off. We got lucky and the weather was great, water was calm and the fish were biting. Although they were small, we caught a bunch and had a great time. Captain James was very nice, helpful and knew his job well. He got us to the right spots, next time, they will be bigger . we will go again to be sure.

    Stephen Z. with James G. of Fort Myers, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    Awesome trip went out with Captain Kenny did a great job put us on fish right away. My wife went along on the trip and she is not a fisher person Kenny did a great job with her and she caught her first shark. Thanks for the great time and unforgettable memories.

    Christopher J. with Rob J. of Fort Myers Beach, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    Very good half-day charter. We caught lots of fish right in the bay and would be a great trip for families with kids.

    Bill S. with Rob J. of Fort Myers Beach, Florida

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