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About Your Trip

Water Type

Nearshore

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

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

Near Shore (0-3 miles open water)
Main objective is to get on the water and put some fish in the boat! Target species like Permit, Lane snapper, Cobia, King fish, Blue fish, and occasionally hogfish. Due to change of weather patterns, this offer starts May 1st and runs thru the month of December. January thru April, we begin to experience cold fronts. Seas become choppy and could be unpredictable.

About Your Trip

Amenities

Water Type

Nearshore

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Fish Cleaning

This guide will clean your catch for you.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Music

You can play your own bluetooth music.

Live Bait

Live bait is included for this trip.

Weather

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

Federal Permit

This boat is federally permitted to go deep offshore.

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to small children.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled up to 1 days before the trip.

Tackle

You will need your own tackle.

Boat Restroom

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

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

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Pricing Matrix

	6 hours	8 hours
1 Person	$725.00	$1,000.00
2 People	$725.00	$1,000.00
3 People	$725.00	$1,000.00
4 People	$725.00	$1,000.00
5 People	$770.00	$1,045.00

Pay 20% of the price as a deposit today, with the balance due on the day of the trip.

About Your Guide

Edwin E.

Independent Guide

Laid-back

As a lifelong resident of SW Florida, Capt’n Edwin has been fishing the 10,000 Islands and the Gulf of Mexico from a very young age and is now a charter guide! It’s his passion to be able to teach newcomers and provide an enjoyable experience to all.

We offer something for everyone! If you don’t want to fish all day, ask about our shelling-dolphin exploring trips and 360 tours of Marco Island.

About Your Guide

Edwin E.

Independent Guide

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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

14ft endangered small tooth sawfish. took nearly 1.5 hours to land. biggest fish to date.

If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?

I enjoy inviting friends over for my famous grilled grouper sandwich and I snapper tacos. im happy to share recipe.

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

14ft endangered small tooth sawfish. took nearly 1.5 hours to land. biggest fish to date.

If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?

I enjoy inviting friends over for my famous grilled grouper sandwich and I snapper tacos. im happy to share recipe.

Whats your favorite band?

I listen to all types of music.

Whats your favorite movie?

im a huge movie fan. some of my favorites are space jam, avatar, Armageddon to name a few.

Whats your drink of choice?

ocean spray cranapple. diluted with water.

What was your last halloween costume?

I can't remember

What do you want for Christmas this year?

ill settle for good health and many charters.

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Start Location & Lodging Options

Naples, Florida

About Your Boat

Boat photo for Full Or Half Day Nearshore

Boat Type: Bay Boat
Boat Manufacturer: Triton
Year Built: 2020
Boat Length: 24'

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Bay Boat
Boat Manufacturer: Triton
Year Built: 2020
Boat Length: 24'
Boat Restroom: No
Engine Manufacturer: Mercury
Total Horsepower: 300
Number of Engines: 1

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Trip Details & Amenities

Water Type

Nearshore

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Fish Cleaning

This guide will clean your catch for you.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Music

You can play your own bluetooth music.

Live Bait

Live bait is included for this trip.

Weather

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

Federal Permit

This boat is federally permitted to go deep offshore.

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to small children.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled up to 1 days before the trip.

Tackle

You will need your own tackle.

Boat Restroom

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

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 .

View Full Species Seasonality Chart »

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

Bottom Fishing
Cut Bait Fishing
Heavy Tackle Fishing
Jigging
Live Bait Fishing
Trolling

Everything Else to Know

I’ll have complimentary bottled water, 2 bags of ice, I have sunscreen on the boat you’re more than welcome to use. Pack a good lunch. bring small snacks, towels in case someone jumps in to cool off, and whatever you’re drinking. yes alcohol is allowed. Please no glass if possible.

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 up to 1 day before the trip and receive credit back to your account. 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.

Reviews

5.0

based on 17 reviews

Christopher

Verified Review

April 11

Edwin was a great captain. Fished with my two young sons and Edwin kept it appropriate for them. Made sure we saw some action and kept it safe. Definitely would recommend him to anyone going out on the water near Marco or Naples.

Christopher

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April 11

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Trip: I'll Be Your Capt'n

Sarah

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March 17

We loved having Edwin as our Captain! He was so knowledgeable, helpful, patient and fun!! We can’t wait to go fishing again!!

Sarah

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March 17

We loved having Edwin as our Captain! He was so knowledgeable, helpful, patient and fun!! We can’t wait to go fishing again!!

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Trip: Hook 'em For Lunch

Glenn

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December 17

Edwin is a great captain!! He is safe, thoughtful, and we caught a ton of fish!! We had a wonderful time.

Glenn

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December 17

Edwin is a great captain!! He is safe, thoughtful, and we caught a ton of fish!! We had a wonderful time.

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Trip: I'll Be Your Capt'n

Marc

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December 3

A fantastic day out on the water. Chilly but comfortable. Captain Edwin is a real pro. We didn’t really catch much, but he went out of his way to try and find us some good spots. Very patient and very jovial captain

great conversations

Looking forward to having us guide us again in the near future

Marc

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December 3

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Trip: Hook 'em For Lunch

Richard

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October 5

Captain Edwin is the best guide around! His boat is brand new, Triton, newer than the listing shows. He took us straight to the giant grouper, we had fish in the boat within minutes of setting the trolling motor on spot lock. After the grouper bite slowed down, we ran to the mangroves and sight fished snook. He definitely knows what he is doing and didn't act like a smart-ass all day like other guides...

Richard

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October 5

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Trip: Beginners Welcome - Fishing 101

Brian

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March 21

Captain Edwin was great !

Brian

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March 21

Captain Edwin was great !

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Trip: Three Hour Quick Trip

Joe

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February 16

My 8 year old daughter had a great time with captn Edwin. He was knowledgeable, easy to talk to, and was a great guide given we are quite amateur fishermen. We were in Florida on vacation for 5d and the outing with him was the highlight of my daughter’s trip! Would definitely book again next time we are in town.

Joe

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February 16

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Trip: Hook 'em For Lunch

Ryan

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December 30

Great trip with Edwin despite some tough weather. He was extremely knowledgeable and helpful with my 12-year old son too. Look forward to using him again next years. Thanks Edwin!

Ryan

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December 30

Great trip with Edwin despite some tough weather. He was extremely knowledgeable and helpful with my 12-year old son too. Look forward to using him again next years. Thanks Edwin!

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Trip: Hook 'em For Lunch

Dale

Verified Review

October 23

Had a good time didn’t catch anything to keep. Got a lots of garbage fish. All in all Edwin tried hard. Luck just wasn’t there. That’s fishing.

Dale

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October 23

Had a good time didn’t catch anything to keep. Got a lots of garbage fish. All in all Edwin tried hard. Luck just wasn’t there. That’s fishing.

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Trip: I'll Be Your Capt'n

Robert

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March 10

Edwin worked hard and did a great job on my trip. He is a very knowledgeable captain and a pleasure to fish with.

Robert

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March 10

Edwin worked hard and did a great job on my trip. He is a very knowledgeable captain and a pleasure to fish with.

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Trip: Beginners Welcome - Fishing 101

Kasy

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December 31

Incredible experience! Captain Edwin receives 5 stars from us! Our three teenage boys are hard to please and they had so much fun! We caught lots of fish and saw tons of dolphins! It was an amazing trip for our family; one we will never forget.

Kasy

Verified Review

December 31

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Trip: I'll Be Your Capt'n

Dylan

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October 4

Dylan

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October 4

Edwin was the man! I went on a trip with my friend and my father, and we had a great time. We all got on some great fights with Goliath grouper which we won’t forget any time soon. Edwin was extremely accommodating with our plans, as weather was a big concern. He was very knowledgeable about the area, and provided us with many different options to fish throughout the trip. The boat and gear is all top notch as well. I have had a handful of experiences with different captains, and Edwin is as good as they come! I would recommend to anyone looking to have a good time and catch some fish!

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Trip: I'll Be Your Capt'n

Todd

Verified Review

July 19

Edwin was a great Captain. He was very easy to get along with and very knowledgeable with fishing and where to go to find great fishing spots. He was a pleasure to spend six hours with. I would recommend him to anyone and look forward to seeing him again soon.

Todd

Verified Review

July 19

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Trip: Beginners Welcome - Fishing 101

Eric

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April 16

Experienced fisherman. On the water a lot and knows where and what fish you can catch to make sure you have the best day.

Eric

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April 16

Experienced fisherman. On the water a lot and knows where and what fish you can catch to make sure you have the best day.

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Trip: I'll Be Your Capt'n

Kurt

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March 27

Really enjoyed our fishing with Edwin. He did a great job! I really had fun and caught fish all day long.

Kurt

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March 27

Really enjoyed our fishing with Edwin. He did a great job! I really had fun and caught fish all day long.

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Trip: Hook 'em For Lunch

Kelby

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March 20

Edwin was a great guide! He got us on some good fish for my son and it was a fun trip! I would recommend him to everyone!

Kelby

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March 20

Edwin was a great guide! He got us on some good fish for my son and it was a fun trip! I would recommend him to everyone!

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Trip: Hook 'em For Lunch

Judith

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February 24

We had a terrific time on our fishing trip! Edwin is a wonderful captain and a lot of fun!

Judith

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February 24

We had a terrific time on our fishing trip! Edwin is a wonderful captain and a lot of fun!

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Trip: Hook 'em For Lunch

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We vet our guides and only partner with the best of the best. Our guides do their very best to keep you safe, show you a great time, and send you home with a memorable experience shared with family and friends.

Once you've paid your deposit at checkout, we'll send you a QR Code boarding pass. Just show your guide your boarding pass on the day of the trip, they'll scan it, the remaining balance will transfer automatically, and you'll be all set to get out there. Just make sure you bring a cash tip for the guide!

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.

Each trip's price is determined by the guide and reflects all associated costs. A significant factor in pricing is often the type of boat and the corresponding fuel expenses. Additional costs may include leases, marina or slip fees, and the expenses involved in providing and maintaining the necessary gear for your trip.

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