Capt Charlies Fishing Charters 

4.8/5 (368 reviews)
 18700 McGregor Boulevard, Fort Myers, FL 33908, United States
4.8/5 (368 reviews)
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18700 McGregor Boulevard
Fort Myers, FL, United States

Capt. Charlies Fishing Charters offers a great range of trips, targeting hard-fighting fish in any depth of water. Fish the backcountry for Trout, Redfish, Snook, Tarpon and other inshore legends. Otherwise, head up to nine miles out in search of Grouper, Cobia, Kingfish, and more.

Capt. Charlie Cooper has spent his life honing his skills, and knows all the best places to hit in the Fort Myers area. And with mile after mile of perfect flats, hidden bayous, and open sounds, there is a lot to choose from.

In order to get the most out of the area, you will be fishing aboard a 23 ft privateer center console. This sturdy boat is as at home on the flats as she is on the reefs, and her clean-burning 2021 Suzuki outboard means you can travel at speed without choking on smelly diesel fumes.

The vessel has a trolling motor for combing the backcountry and a range of marine electronics for sounding out deeper water. Wherever you fish, nothing brings big hits faster than a livewell full of fresh bait. Combine it with quality tackle in a variety of weight ranges, and you’re ready to take on anything the ocean throws at you.

Of course, Capt. Charlie knows that every angler fishes differently. During your trip, you can troll, jig, spin, pop, and drift your way to great catches. You can even bring your fly fishing gear along if you want.

All bait, licenses, and local knowledge come as standard, so all you have to do is show up! Bring your food and drinks and plenty of sunscreen, and get ready for a great day on the water.

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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.8/5
out of 5 stars from 368 reviews
Boat
4.6/5
Crew
4.9/5
Experience
4.9/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (612)

Great fishing experience
Great fishing experience
Great fishing experience
+609

Angler rating

327
31
6
0
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Anglers claimed

Good experience

97%

Appropriate for children

97%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

98%

Recommend this charter

98%

Caught fish

97%

Showing 1 - 5 of 368 reviews
Showing: 5 of 368 reviews
Janet P.
Janet P.
5.0/5

Aug 1, 2025

3 Hour Trip

Positive, professional, and knows his stuff

VERIFIED
NEW

If you’re looking for a good day on the water, Captain Charlie’s your guy. I was out with my two teenagers, and he made the whole trip easy and enjoyable. He kept things relaxed, made sure we were comfortable, and handled everything so we could just enjoy being out there- and we caught enough fish for a big dinner. You can tell he takes pride in what he does and wants folks to have a good experience. Solid guy, runs a good boat, and we’ll definitely be booking with him again. If you’re a mom traveling alone with your kids, you’ll be glad you picked him.

If you’re looking for a good day on the water, Captain Charlie’s your guy. I was out with my two teenagers, and he made the whole...  

 Janet P. recommends Capt Charlies Fishing Charters
 Janet P. recommends Capt Charlies Fishing Charters

Nick S.
Nick S.
5.0/5

Jul 28, 2025

3 Hour Trip

Had a Blast

VERIFIED
NEW

Captain Charlie was absolutely a great guy, quick story I booked the trip for me and my son we caught a ton of fish, my son was bragging about the trip to my daughter and her friend. So I call him said would you be willing to come back and get my daughter and her friend to have another epic trip!!! He didn’t hesitate he worked his tail off twice. I appreciate the hard work thanks Captain Charlie highly recommend him!!!

Captain Charlie was absolutely a great guy, quick story I booked the trip for me and my son we caught a ton of fish, my son was...  

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 Nick S. recommends Capt Charlies Fishing Charters

Jodie S.
Jodie S.
5.0/5

Jul 5, 2025

Half Day Trip (AM)

Great day fishing!

VERIFIED
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We booked capt Charlies for the 4 hour fishing. We didn’t have specific fish we wanted to catch. He brought us to different locations and we caught 5 different species. We kept some and he recommended a restaurant that cooked them for us. It was an amazing day! Would recommend and will definitely return on our next visit!

We booked capt Charlies for the 4 hour fishing. We didn’t have specific fish we wanted to catch. He brought us to different locations...  

Captain replied
 Jodie S. recommends Capt Charlies Fishing Charters
1 person finds this review helpful
 Jodie S. recommends Capt Charlies Fishing Charters
1 person finds this review helpful
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on July 30, 2025
Thank you very much!

Eric R.
Eric R.
5.0/5

Jun 30, 2025

3/4 Day Trip (AM)

Have never done, would do again

VERIFIED

Captain Charlie made a great day of fishing. He was helpful & fun with instructions. Getting the live bait, going to quality locations, & making it easy to catch fish all added up to an amazing time for my son & I. We caught snook, trout, snapper & weak fish. He filleted & we took it to Smokin Oyster Brewery in FMB to have prepared for dinner. Absolute awesome day.

Captain Charlie made a great day of fishing. He was helpful & fun with instructions. Getting the live bait, going to quality locations,...  

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 Eric R. recommends Capt Charlies Fishing Charters
 Eric R. recommends Capt Charlies Fishing Charters
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on July 30, 2025
Thank you very much!

Michael S.
Michael S.
5.0/5

Jul 10, 2025

Half Day Trip (AM)

Great fishing trip!

VERIFIED
NEW

Captain Charles was great and had us on fish 5 minutes into the trip. We ended up catching our limit for snapper. Captain Charles was helpful and very knowledgeable. Highly recommend!

Captain Charles was great and had us on fish 5 minutes into the trip. We ended up catching our limit for snapper. Captain Charles...  

Captain replied
 Michael S. recommends Capt Charlies Fishing Charters
 Michael S. recommends Capt Charlies Fishing Charters
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on July 30, 2025
Thank you very much!!

Trip availability and prices

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3 Hour Trip
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3 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
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US $400 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Half Day Trip – Shelling/Eco Tour
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
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US $500 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Half Day Trip – Fish/Sightsee
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
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US $500 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Half Day Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
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US $500 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Half Day Trip (PM)
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 2:30 PM
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US $500 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
3/4 Day Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
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US $700 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
3/4 Day Trip (PM)
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6 Hour Trip, starts at 2:30 PM
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US $700 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
3/4 Day Trip – Fish/Sightsee
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
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US $750 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Full Day Trip
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US $900 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.8/5
out of 5 stars from 368 reviews
Boat
4.6/5
Crew
4.9/5
Experience
4.9/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (612)

Great fishing experience
Great fishing experience
Great fishing experience
+609

Angler rating

327
31
6
0
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

97%

Appropriate for children

97%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

98%

Recommend this charter

98%

Caught fish

97%

Showing 1 - 5 of 368 reviews
Showing: 5 of 368 reviews
Janet P.
Janet P.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Positive, professional, and knows his stuff

VERIFIED
NEW

3 Hour Trip on August 1, 2025

If you’re looking for a good day on the water, Captain Charlie’s your guy. I was out with my two teenagers, and he made the whole trip easy and enjoyable. He kept things relaxed, made sure we were comfortable, and handled everything so we could just enjoy being out there- and we caught enough fish for a big dinner. You can tell he takes pride in what he does and wants folks to have a good experience. Solid guy, runs a good boat, and we’ll definitely be booking with him again. If you’re a mom traveling alone with your kids, you’ll be glad you picked him.

If you’re looking for a good day on the water, Captain Charlie’s your guy. I was out with my two teenagers, and he made the whole trip easy and enjoyable. He kept things relaxed, made sure we were comfortable, and handled everything so we could just enjoy being out there- and we caught enough fish for a big dinner. You can tell he takes pride in what he does and wants folks to have a good experience. Solid guy, runs a good boat, and we’ll definitely be booking with him again. If you’re a mom...  

 Janet P. recommends Capt Charlies Fishing Charters

Nick S.
Nick S.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Had a Blast

VERIFIED
NEW

3 Hour Trip on July 28, 2025

Captain Charlie was absolutely a great guy, quick story I booked the trip for me and my son we caught a ton of fish, my son was bragging about the trip to my daughter and her friend. So I call him said would you be willing to come back and get my daughter and her friend to have another epic trip!!! He didn’t hesitate he worked his tail off twice. I appreciate the hard work thanks Captain Charlie highly recommend him!!!

Captain Charlie was absolutely a great guy, quick story I booked the trip for me and my son we caught a ton of fish, my son was bragging about the trip to my daughter and her friend. So I call him said would you be willing to come back and get my daughter and her friend to have another epic trip!!! He didn’t hesitate he worked his tail off twice. I appreciate the hard work thanks Captain Charlie highly recommend him!!!  

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Jodie S.
Jodie S.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great day fishing!

VERIFIED
NEW

Half Day Trip (AM) on July 5, 2025

We booked capt Charlies for the 4 hour fishing. We didn’t have specific fish we wanted to catch. He brought us to different locations and we caught 5 different species. We kept some and he recommended a restaurant that cooked them for us. It was an amazing day! Would recommend and will definitely return on our next visit!

We booked capt Charlies for the 4 hour fishing. We didn’t have specific fish we wanted to catch. He brought us to different locations and we caught 5 different species. We kept some and he recommended a restaurant that cooked them for us. It was an amazing day! Would recommend and will definitely return on our next visit!  

 Jodie S. recommends Capt Charlies Fishing Charters
1 person finds this review helpful
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on July 30, 2025
Thank you very much!

Eric R.
Eric R.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Have never done, would do again

VERIFIED

3/4 Day Trip (AM) on June 30, 2025

Captain Charlie made a great day of fishing. He was helpful & fun with instructions. Getting the live bait, going to quality locations, & making it easy to catch fish all added up to an amazing time for my son & I. We caught snook, trout, snapper & weak fish. He filleted & we took it to Smokin Oyster Brewery in FMB to have prepared for dinner. Absolute awesome day.

Captain Charlie made a great day of fishing. He was helpful & fun with instructions. Getting the live bait, going to quality locations, & making it easy to catch fish all added up to an amazing time for my son & I. We caught snook, trout, snapper & weak fish. He filleted & we took it to Smokin Oyster Brewery in FMB to have prepared for dinner. Absolute awesome day.  

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 Eric R. recommends Capt Charlies Fishing Charters
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on July 30, 2025
Thank you very much!

Michael S.
Michael S.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great fishing trip!

VERIFIED
NEW

Half Day Trip (AM) on July 10, 2025

Captain Charles was great and had us on fish 5 minutes into the trip. We ended up catching our limit for snapper. Captain Charles was helpful and very knowledgeable. Highly recommend!

Captain Charles was great and had us on fish 5 minutes into the trip. We ended up catching our limit for snapper. Captain Charles was helpful and very knowledgeable. Highly recommend!  

 Michael S. recommends Capt Charlies Fishing Charters
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on July 30, 2025
Thank you very much!!

FAQs about Capt Charlies Fishing Charters

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What is the boat like?

Boat Image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
23 ft
Year built
2005
Boat manufacturer
Privateer
Boat type
Center console

Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
1 x 250HP
Max cruising speed
40 knots
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