Boca Grande Fishing Charter Pricing
Select from our Offshore, Nearshore, or Inshore Fishing Charters to explore the available pricing options. If you don't see the trip you're looking for or have any questions before booking, please feel free to call, email, or text Captain Jeff. We're here to help you plan the perfect fishing adventure!
*****Notices/News*****
*****Lane Snapper and Red Grouper are now open
*****October through July fills up fast, so if you have a preferred date in mind, it's best to book now to secure your spot!
*****January 10th 2025, Inshore fishing report
Inshore fishing around Boca Grande has been outstanding, with speckled trout fishing particularly on fire. Anglers have also been catching plenty of redfish and snook, thanks to cooler weather, lower winter tides, and dropping water temperatures that bring these species into the shallows. This time of year, the colder water can create a challenge, as fish tend to be more sluggish, but a skilled guide can adapt to these conditions and put in the strongest effort to ensure a successful trip. One of the unique advantages I offer as a local guide is the use of an 18 ft shallow-running tunnel hull boat, which gives us an edge over other guides running bigger deep draft boats. This boat allows us to access hard-to-reach, shallow areas that many others can’t get to, providing the opportunity to target fish in prime feeding spots. The bait of choice for this time of year has been live shrimp, jigs, and cut bait, all of which are attracting strong bites. Please note that redfish and snook are catch-and-release only on my charters, even when they're in season, to help our fishery thrive. Many guides in Southwest Florida are adopting this approach for the same reason. We can keep a few trout, and possibly some snapper, sheepshead, and pompano, but inshore trips are limited to these species. If you're looking for a meat trip and want to bring home more fish, I recommend booking an offshore charter instead!
*****January 10th 2025, Offshore fishing report
The wintertime cold fronts and the wind they bring have posed some challenges for our Boca Grande offshore trips, but we’ve still managed to get out on the good days, and the fishing has been outstanding. Great news—Red Grouper and Lane Snapper are now open for harvest, providing even more opportunities for anglers to bring home a great catch. The offshore bite has been steady, with Snapper being particularly eager to bite. We've been hauling in a great mix of Lane, Gray, Yellowtail, and Vermilion Snapper. Baits of choice for these catches include squid, shrimp, sardines, and white bait.
In addition to Snapper, we've had success with Red Grouper, African Pompano, Cobia, Kingfish, Amberjack, Triggerfish, and Key West Grunts. For keeper Grouper, we recommend booking an 8-hour offshore trip, as the chances are greater further out in the deeper waters.
With plenty of exciting fishing ahead and the beautiful Gulf of Mexico as the backdrop, returning with a cooler full of fish for dinner is the perfect way to end the day! If you’re looking to join us for an unforgettable adventure, now is the ideal time to book your trip!
***** Just a reminder: gratuity is not included in the price of your trip. A customary tip of 20% is greatly appreciated and goes a long way in showing your appreciation for the service. Thank you!
Policies & Procedures For Fishing Charters
Reservations require a deposit: $200 for Offshore & Nearshore trips, $150 for Inshore & Shark trips, and $100 for all other excursions
- Please note that Redfish and Snook on our inshore charters are catch-and-release only. We can keep a few Trout, along with any Snapper and Sheepshead we may catch, but that's about it. If you're looking to bring home a larger quantity of fish for dinner, we recommend booking an offshore trip.
- Some fish have closed seasons for harvesting, if any questions please contact Captain Jeff
- The captain reserves the right to postpone or cancel a trip due to poor weather conditions or other reasons at his discretion. Trips canceled by the captain will receive a 100% refund.
- The captain will email you within 48 hours of your reservation with an itinerary that includes all the trip details.
A full refund is issued for all trips canceled with at least 14 days' notice. However, for cancellations made within 14 days, the deposit is forfeited. For cancellations within 3 days or for no-shows on the day of the charter, the full amount will be due and charged to the card used for the deposit. - Things Not to Bring:
Please refrain from bringing the following items aboard: glass bottles, black-soled shoes, boots, firearms, nonprescription drugs, and cannabis even with a prescription isn't allowed in Federal waters. Aerosol sunscreen is also prohibited. Additionally, GPS tracking devices of any kind are not allowed. Please ensure that location services are disabled on cell phones and smart watches in your settings.The reason for this policy is straightforward: our offshore fishing spots are crucial to our livelihood and are private locations that I have discovered and protected over the past 30+ years. Therefore, every effort is made to prtect them. If our system detects a GPS tracking device, the trip will be terminated, and we will return to port with full payment due.If you have any questions, please contact Captain Jeff.Thank you for your understanding! - Things to Bring:
Please bring drinks, snacks, a small cooler to put them in, a hat, rain gear, sunglasses, and non-aerosol sunscreen. We recommend non-marking white-soled shoes for the boat. If you're prone to motion sickness or unsure, consider bringing Dramamine (please follow the directions on the box). - Gratuity is not included in your trip; a customary tip is 20% of the total cost.
- Trips depart from Gasparilla Marina. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to your scheduled departure.
- If you have any questions please Contact Captain Jeff
Policies & Procedures For Tours & Cruises
Tour and Cruise reservations require a $100.00 deposit
- The captain may postpone or cancel a trip due to poor weather conditions or other reasons at his discretion. Trips canceled by the captain will receive a 100% refund.
- The captain will email you within 48 hours of your reservation with an itinerary that includes all the trip details.
- A full refund will be issued for all trips canceled with at least 14 days' notice. However, if canceled within 14 days, the deposit is forfeited. For cancellations made within 3 days or in the case of no-shows on the day of the charter, the full amount will be charged to the card used for the deposit.
- Things not to bring-non prescription drugs, glass bottles, black soled shoes, firearms, aerosol sun block.
Things to bring-Drinks(alcohol is allowed), snacks, a small cooler, a hat, rain gear, sunglasses, sun block (non aerosol), non marking white soled shoes(flip flops are ok) - Trips depart from Gasparilla Marina. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to your scheduled departure. Pickup can also be arranged from the Little Gasparilla Island docks.
- Up to 6 guest are allowed
- Gratuity is not included; the customary amount is 20% of the charter price.
Bait, tackle, fishing license, ice, fish cleaning, and a great time are all included!
Offshore Fishing Charters
On our Boca Grande offshore fishing charters we accomidaate 1-4 guest, our trips range from 12 to 50 miles out, depending on your chosen length off trip ride times vary from 20 minutes to over 2 hours based on trip duration and sea conditions. We’ll engage in bottom fishing, and may also include trolling and drifting bait.
The Gulf of Mexico offers a diverse array of fish and structures, allowing us to fish over rock ledges, reefs, and wrecks. Our target species include Snapper (Mangrove, Red, Lane, Vermillion, and Yellowtail) and Grouper (Red, Gag, Black, and Scamp). Additionally, you may encounter Triggerfish, Cobia, Mahi-Mahi, Barracuda, Porgies, and more. Fish size and species may vary based on the distance of your trip.
For more information, please check the trip details page or contact Captain Jeff. Book today!
Nearshore Fishing Charters
On our Boca Grande nearshore fishing charter, we accommodate 1-4 guest. This trip is perfect for those who want to experience offshore fishing while staying closer to shore. You'll still enjoy the Gulf of Mexico and have the chance to catch some fish!
Typical catches include Lane Snapper, Mangrove Snapper, Red Grouper, Gag Grouper, Grunts, and Squirrel Fish. Additionally, you may encounter Shark, Bonita, Kingfish, Barracuda, Cobia, Permit, and Amberjack.
Please note that this is not a true offshore trip into deep waters. While you may catch smaller fish, keeper Grouper and large Snappers are unlikely. The bite can be slower, and not all catches will be keepers, but we usually bring home a few for dinner. It's always a great time on the water!
If you have any questions, please refer to the trip details page or contact Captain Jeff.
Inshore Fishing Charters
Our guided Boca Grande inshore and backcountry fishing charters accommodate up to 2 anglers in the shallow, protected waters of Gasparilla Sound and Charlotte Harbor. For larger groups, trips for up to 4 guests can be arranged using our bigger boat—just contact Captain Jeff for details.
We primarily fish along the mangrove shorelines and abundant grass flats of Florida's beautiful southwest coast, targeting species such as Redfish, Snook, Seatrout, Mangrove Snapper, and Sheepshead. Depending on the fishing conditions and your skill level, we use a mix of artificial baits and lures, as well as live and cut baits.
Since we remain in protected waters, these trips also provide plenty of opportunities to enjoy the stunning, undeveloped shorelines and encounter an abundance of local wildlife, including egrets, bald eagles, ospreys, dolphins, manatees, and more.
If you have any questions, please refer to the trip details page or contact Captain Jeff.
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