Mangroveman Charters
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Mangroveman Charters

State licensed
Excellent
4.9 / 5
(167 reviews)
• Angler's Choice
1575 Danford Street
Naples, FL, United States

What could be better than experiencing the beautiful, bountiful waters of Naples, FL with a true local who loves introducing new and experienced anglers to this fabulous fishery? Come aboard Mangroveman Charters and let Captain Paul Craft show you exactly what this side of the Gulf has to offer!

Capt. Paul was born and raised in Pensacola, FL. As a Florida native and lifelong fisherman, he knows exactly where the hottest bite is. His wealth of knowledge when it comes to the ecosystem and wildlife of this area is truly top-class. You’ll leave your trip not only with an impressive catch, but a great angling education, too!

You’ll set out on your adventure in a 22’ Proline center console vessel. She’s fully decked out with quality fishing and navigation electronics. Combined with your captain’s knowledge of this area, you’ll be cruising to the fishing hotspots in no time. She can comfortably accommodate up to 6 guests, with 4 fishing at the same time. Want to bring the kids along? She’s equipped with all the necessary safety gear, including lifejackets in child sizes. 

Depending on the species you want to target, Capt. Paul will take you to an amazing array of locations. You can cruise the wild and wonderful backcountry of the 10,000 Islands for Tarpon, Mangrove Snapper, and more. Or how about heading to Naples Bay for Floridian favorites such as Spotted Seatrout and Snook? There’s also the option to travel up to 9 miles out into the Gulf, famous for being home to Redfish, Jack Crevalle, Sheepshead, and many more.

Whether you’re an experienced fisherman looking to explore these waters known for their excellent angling opportunities, or want to take your family on an unforgettable Floridian adventure, Capt. Paul really does have something for everyone. You’ll be provided with Penn reels and Shakespeare Ugly Stick rods, as well as live bait. All that’s left is to come aboard and let Mangroveman Charters show you how the locals do it! Family dog is also welcome.

  • Fishing License
  • Live Bait
  • You Keep Catch
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Drinks
  • Child Friendly
  • Ice Box
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Food (Snacks)

Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    3 Hour Trip – Noon January Special
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    3 Hour Trip, starts at 12:15 PM
    Seasonal trip Jan 19 - Jan 30 (Mon, Thu, Sun)
    $370
    The trip length is 2 hours 45 minutes. Perfect for a family with smaller children or anglers who want a shorter trip than a half-day. Up to 5 guests. Fishing includes chasing Grouper, Snapper, Snook, Tarpon, Spanish Mackerel, Black Drum, Sheepshead, Redfish, and Pompano. Fishing licenses, bait, and all the gear are included. Complimentary bottled water, sodas, and snacks are also available.
  • Private trip
    3 Hour Trip (AM) MAX 5
    In demand! Last booked: 4 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    3 Hour Trip, starts at 9:00 AM
    $400
    Trip length is 2h 45m. Perfect for a family with smaller children or anglers who want a shorter trip than half day. Fishing includes fishing for Grouper, Snapper, Snook, Tarpon, Spanish Mackerel, Black Drum, Sheepshead, Redfish, and Pompano. Fishing licenses, bait, and all gear are included. Complimentary bottled water, sodas, and snacks are also available.
  • Private trip
    3 Hour Trip (PM) MAX 5
    In demand! Last booked: 3 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    3 Hour Trip, starts at 12:30 PM
    $400
    Trip length is 2h 45m. Perfect for a family with smaller children or anglers who want a shorter trip than half-day. Fishing includes fishing for Grouper, Snapper, Snook, Tarpon, Spanish Mackerel, Black Drum, Sheepshead, Redfish, and Pompano. Fishing licenses, bait, and all gear are included. Complimentary bottled water, sodas, and snacks are also available.
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip (AM) MAX 5
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    $520
    Start off your day by joining Capt. Paul for a 3h 45m morning of top-notch fishing! You'll be targeting a variety of areas, including up to 9 miles out into the Gulf, Naples Bay, 10,000 Islands, and the beautiful backcountry. Expect to reel in an impressive species – Red and Black Grouper, Mangrove and Lane Snapper, Snook, Redfish, Tripletail, and more. This trip is perfect for novice anglers and families looking for a kid-friendly adventure. Rods, reels, and your fishing license are all provided.
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip (PM) MAX 5
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 12:45 PM
    $520
    Spend your 3h 45m in the afternoon cruising for an awesome variety of species, as well as taking in some incredible Floridian scenery! On this trip, Capt. Paul will take you to the fishing hotspots of Naples, including the wild and wonderful backcountry, Naples Bay, and, of course, up to 9 miles out into the Gulf. Expect to reel in Redfish, hard-fighting Snook, a variety of Grouper, and Mangrove Snapper. Your captain will be on hand to help you get your rod ready for reeling in your dream catch.
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip (MAX 5)
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:30 AM
    Seasonal trip Nov 1 - Nov 28 (Mon)
    $700
    The perfect trip for anglers who are looking for more time on these plentiful waters – 5h 45m to be precise! You'll be targeting the famous Floridian backcountry, Naples Bay, and heading up to 9 miles out into the Gulf. As for the species you'll be targeting? Anything from Tarpon, to Redfish, to Mangrove Snapper, to Snook, and even more. Capt. Paul will help you bait your rod to tempt your dream catch. Novice anglers, families, and hardcore fishermen are all welcome! Fishing license included.
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About the Captain

Paul Craft
Naples, Florida, United States
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170 Customer reviews
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Member since August 2018
Angler's Choice
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I was born in the panhandle of Florida where fishing and playing in the ocean was a big part of my life. I moved to the Florida Keys when I was 15 and learned all aspects of commercial fishing for about 15 years from long-lining for Shark and Swordfish to Shrimp boats, net boats, Lobster and Crab boats and hook and line fishing for Snapper and Grouper. I have spent most of my life on the water. I have been in the Naples area about 15 years now. I spent 10 years in the Everglades National park as a captain and a naturalist guide, so I have extensive knowledge of the SW Florida Ecosystem. I have been captaining fishing for 6 years in and around Naples Bay and the Gulf of Mexico, but in total, I have been fishing the waters of SW Florida for the last 30 years. Through the many years of travel on the Atlantic and the Gulf of Mexico, I had many adventures. One of them was rescuing Cuban refugees in the Florida Straits. I want to share my love and experience of fishing and boating with you.

About this listing

Targeted species

Black Drum Black Drum
Grouper (Red) Red Grouper
Jack Crevalle Jack Crevalle
Permit Permit

Boat specs

Proline (Center console) originally built in 1988, and restored in 2018. Powered by a 150HP Yamaha engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 30 knots.

Length
22 ft
Capacity
5 persons

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Out to 9 miles
Offshore Fishing
Up to 9 miles
Backcountry Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Popping

Amenities

GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Multimedia System
Blue Tooth Stereo
Ice Box

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Penn spinning reels, Ugly Stick rods
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Cleaned and bagged up
Snacks
Chips, small snacks
Drinks
Bottled water, sodas
Fishing License

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 day prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 1 day before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.

Listing policies

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
You Keep Catch
Captain will fillet catch for customers
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

Pay online in full

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No additional fees.
Book with 20% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% deposit to guarantee your reservation.

The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:

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Customer reviews

Rating Summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 167 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (82)
Nice time
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Fish lipz!
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Angler Rating
148
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Anglers Claimed
Good experience
96%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
96%
Appropriate for children
99%
Satisfied with the boat
99%
Catch intended fish
83%
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Tom E.
Andover, MN
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Half day trip with Captain Paul

VERIFIED   NEW  4 Hour Trip (PM) MAX 5 on March 16, 2023
We left the dock on time and were landing fish within 15 minutes. Paul was very knowledgeable and informative on the trip,...
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Rob E.
Minneapolis, MN
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5.0 / 5
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3 hour day trip with Capt Paul

VERIFIED   3 Hour Trip (AM) MAX 5 on August 6, 2022
Short trip was perfect for what we needed. We wanted to see some wildlife and be put on some fish. Paul did both. We let him...
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Janet A.
Harriman, TN
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Half day trip with Captain Paul.

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip (PM) MAX 5 on January 27, 2023
Captain Paul is an experienced boat Captain. He made a cold windy overcast day fun and enjoyable. Though we did not catch the...
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Nicholas G.
United States
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5.0 / 5
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Awesome Experience

VERIFIED   3 Hour Trip (AM) MAX 5 on April 22, 2022
Captain Paul was fantastic. He was great with my 3 boys, helping them with everything from baiting hooks, to casting. His knowledge...
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South Lyon, MI
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Great family trip

VERIFIED   3 Hour Trip (PM) MAX 5 on February 24, 2023
We had a nice half day trip with Captain Paul. He made sure everyone was happy from the teenage boys who wanted to catch fish...
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FAQs about Mangroveman Charters

Mangroveman Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • $370 per group - 3 Hour Trip – Noon January Special (3 hours)
  • $400 per group - 3 Hour Trip (AM) MAX 5 (3 hours)
  • $400 per group - 3 Hour Trip (PM) MAX 5 (3 hours)
  • $520 per group - 4 Hour Trip (AM) MAX 5 (4 hours)
  • $520 per group - 4 Hour Trip (PM) MAX 5 (4 hours)
  • $700 per group - 6 Hour Trip (MAX 5) (6 hours)
When you book a trip with Mangroveman Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Multimedia System Blue Tooth Stereo
  • Ice Box
Trips booked with Mangroveman Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Penn spinning reels, Ugly Stick rods)
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Cleaned and bagged up)
  • Snacks (Chips, small snacks)
  • Drinks (Bottled water, sodas)
  • Fishing License
Mangroveman Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing (Out to 9 miles)
  • Offshore Fishing (Up to 9 miles)
  • Backcountry Fishing
Mangroveman Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
Top targeted fish species with Mangroveman Charters include:
  • Black Drum
  • Grouper (Red)
  • Jack Crevalle
  • Permit
  • Pompano
  • Redfish
  • Sheepshead
  • Snapper (Lane)
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snook
  • Spotted Seatrout
  • Tarpon