Fly Fishing Boca Grande

NEW Venice, FL 1 - 3 People 4 - 8 Hours From $400 Trip #10131
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About Your Trip

Water Type

Inshore, Flats

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather.

Step into the shallow waters of Boca Grande and Charlotte Harbor with Captain Rex for a world-class fly fishing experience focused on precision, technique, and the beauty of the backcountry.

With decades of local experience and credentials as an IFFF Master Casting Instructor, Captain Rex isn’t just your guide—he’s your coach on the water. Whether you're new to fly fishing or a seasoned angler looking to refine your cast, Rex brings deep knowledge, patience, and...

About Your Trip

Step into the shallow waters of Boca Grande and Charlotte Harbor with Captain Rex for a world-class fly fishing experience focused on precision, technique, and the beauty of the backcountry.

With decades of local experience and credentials as an IFFF Master Casting Instructor, Captain Rex isn’t just your guide—he’s your coach on the water. Whether you're new to fly fishing or a seasoned angler looking to refine your cast, Rex brings deep knowledge, patience, and passion to every trip, making each outing both productive and educational.

You'll be fishing aboard a sleek Action Craft flats skiff, purpose-built for quiet stalking and shallow water access. These half- and full-day adventures take you into some of Southwest Florida’s most scenic and productive waters, including Charlotte Harbor, Bull and Turtle Bay, Gasparilla Sound, Lemon Bay, and the winding creeks of Pine Island Sound. Expect calm mornings, mangrove-lined shorelines, and wide-open flats—ideal terrain for fly fishing’s most rewarding moments.

Your targets? Boca Grande’s inshore favorites: Redfish, Snook, and Spotted Seatrout. These species are challenging, aggressive, and perfectly suited for fly gear. Sight-casting to tailing redfish or watching a snook explode on a well-placed fly is what this fishery is all about.

Every trip includes:

- Top-tier fly rods, reels, and custom-tied flies
- On-the-water casting instruction (if desired)
- Light spin tackle available upon request
- Cooler with ice for your drinks and snacks
- Full fishing license and all necessary gear

Whether you’re exploring new techniques, chasing personal bests, or just soaking in the quiet beauty of the backcountry, Captain Rex’s fly fishing trips offer a relaxed, skill-focused way to enjoy some of Florida’s finest inshore waters.

Book your trip today and discover why fly anglers consider Boca Grande a hidden gem—and Captain Rex one of the best in the business.
Amenities

Water Type

Inshore, Flats

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled up to 14 days before the trip.

Fish Cleaning

No cleaning service provided.

Boat Restroom

No, this boat does not have a bathroom on board.

Live Bait

Live bait is not used on this trip.

Kid Friendly

This trip is not suited for small children.

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

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Pricing Matrix

4 hours 8 hours
1 Person
$400.00
$600.00
2 People
$400.00
$600.00
3 People
$450.00
$650.00
Pay 15% of the price as a deposit today, with the balance due on the day of the trip.
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About Your Guide

Rex G.

Independent Guide
Whether you're just picking up a fly rod for the first time or looking to refine your double haul, there’s no better teacher than Captain Rex. Based in Southwest Florida near the famed waters of Boca Grande, Rex is a Federation Fly Fishers Master Certified Instructor—and one of the most sought-after casting coaches in the country. His reputation for excellence isn’t just local either; he’s been featured in top outdoor magazines, appeared on ESPN, FSN...

About Your Guide

Rex G.

Independent Guide
Whether you're just picking up a fly rod for the first time or looking to refine your double haul, there’s no better teacher than Captain Rex. Based in Southwest Florida near the famed waters of Boca Grande, Rex is a Federation Fly Fishers Master Certified Instructor—and one of the most sought-after casting coaches in the country. His reputation for excellence isn’t just local either; he’s been featured in top outdoor magazines, appeared on ESPN, FSN South, and the Outdoor Channel, and earned the respect of fly-fishing legends. As Lefty Kreh put it: “Rex can teach anyone to cast... He’s one of the best!”

Captain Rex brings a rare blend of deep technical expertise and a laid-back, wise-cracking attitude that makes every trip both productive and fun. Whether he's on his knees showing a kid how to lay out a line or helping an experienced angler tighten up their loop, Rex has an unmatched ability to adapt his teaching style to the needs of every client.

Now guiding full-time in the Sarasota–Boca Grande area, Rex is passionate about sharing his love for the water, the fish, and the art of fly-casting. You’ll leave each trip or lesson more confident, more skilled, and more excited about the sport than ever before. With Captain Rex, the learning curve is short, the laughs are plenty, and the casts are tight.
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Start Location & Lodging Options

Venice, Florida
Areas Fished

About Your Boat

Boat photo for Fly Fishing Boca Grande
Boat Type
Skiff
Boat Manufacturer
Action Craft
Boat Length
18'
Boat Restroom
No

About Your Boat

Boat Type
Skiff
Boat Manufacturer
Action Craft
Boat Length
18'
Boat Restroom
No
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Trip Details & Amenities

Water Type

Inshore, Flats

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Weather

You won't lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled up to 14 days before the trip.

Fish Cleaning

No cleaning service provided.

Boat Restroom

No, this boat does not have a bathroom on board.

Live Bait

Live bait is not used on this trip.

Kid Friendly

This trip is not suited for small children.

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

Target Species

Color-coded seasonality below is based on .
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  • Get it while it's HOT!
  • This species is in play.
  • You might get lucky (as long as things are in-season).
  • Couldn't tell ya! (no data)

Techniques

  • Drift Fishing
  • Fly Fishing
  • Light Tackle Fishing
  • Sight Casting

Everything Else to Know

All gear is included, but we also recommend bringing sunglasses, sunscreen, weather-appropriate clothing, and anything else you might want on the trip.
You're all set! You don't need to buy a license for this trip.
We use a cashless autopay system. We'll send you a boarding pass, and on the day of the trip, your guide will scan your boarding pass to automatically transfer the remaining balance. The only cash needed is to tip your guide (we recommend 20%).
Cancel for free up to 14 days before the trip and receive credit back to your account. Cancelling within 14 of the trip will forfeit your deposit to the guide. Day-of cancellations and no-shows will be charged the full balance of the trip to their card.
In the event of inclement weather you'll be covered by out 100% Weather Guarantee and will not lose your deposit.

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In the event of inclement weather, our guides will check the conditions and make the final call on whether its safe to go on the trip. If they decide the trip needs to be postponed, we'll work closely with you to reschedule or provide a credit for the full deposit, which can be applied to any of our trips in the US and beyond.
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