Hooked4life Fishing Charters

Whether you’re just discovering your angling passion or you’re in search of your next prized inshore catch, Hooked4life Fishing Charters has got your back! Team up with Captain Andy Santana for a day of fishing fun and games and explore the waters around Bokeelia.

Capt. Andy has been exploring the Southwest Florida waters for over 11 years, so you will be in capable hands as you come aboard. The boat that will take you out is a 22’ center console outfitted with a 225 HP Yamaha engine that can sit up to 5 anglers excited to start their next adventure.

You will be using Penn rods and reels while trying to hook something awesome, and after the trip, you will get your catch cleaned and filleted just in time for your next delicious meal. Capt. Andy also provides lures, live bait, and fishing licenses for your whole group, so that’s one less thing to worry about. You’re free to bring your own snacks, drinks, and lunch if you’re going on a full day trip.

If you’re an inshore fishing aficionado, then you will like the selection of species you can catch on your expedition. Redfish is a classic, as well as Sheepshead, but colossal Snook, Snapper, and Grouper are also popular in these parts, along with Spotted Seatrout and of course, Tarpon. Depending on your preferences, you can chase after a particular species, or drop your line and see what favors it.

You can choose short, but sweet excursions that last 4 hours and are perfect when you’re planning a fun family outing. If you’d like to go further and test your skills and luck, there’s an 8-hour trip that can go up to 9 nautical miles and brings the whole experience up a notch. Kids are always welcome on Capt. Andy’s boat, he loves having them aboard, and he also volunteers to take kids from his community on fishing trips.

With Hooked4life Fishing Charters, you will come to appreciate inshore angling even more and always come back to it gladly!



Trip availability and prices

  • Private trip
    Half Day trip (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $550
    Early bird gets the worm, and this is doubly so when it comes to fishing. Early mornings are the most popular time to fish and there's still plenty of time enjoy the rest of your day. This 4-hour trip is perfect for targeting different inshore species like Snook, Redfish, Spotted Seatrout, Mangrove Snapper, Sheepshead, and much more.
    Targeted fish
    Snook
    Snook
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Spotted Seatrout
    Spotted Seatrout
    Shark (Blacktip)
    Blacktip Shark
    Sheepshead
    Sheepshead
  • Private trip
    Half Day trip (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $550
    If you prefer to sleep in, then this 4-hour afternoon trip would be perfect for you. Make your whole day infinitely better by spending some time going after Spotted Seatrout, Redfish, Snook, Sheepshead, and other popular inshore species.
    Targeted fish
    Snook
    Snook
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Spotted Seatrout
    Spotted Seatrout
    Shark (Blacktip)
    Blacktip Shark
    Sheepshead
    Sheepshead
  • Private trip
    3/4 Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $750
    This 6-hour trip is recommended for anglers that are looking to target nearshore reef fish. This means Sharks, Red Grouper, Mangrove Snapper, Lane Snapper are all in cards. For this expedition, you might go up to 9 nautical miles to get to the best fishing grounds.
    Targeted fish
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Snook
    Snook
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Spotted Seatrout
    Spotted Seatrout
    Shark (Blacktip)
    Blacktip Shark
    Sheepshead
    Sheepshead
  • Private trip
    Tarpon 6hrs๏ฟผ
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Apr 15 - Aug 1
    Price for up to 3 persons
    US $950
    6hr fishing trip targeting the great Sliver King (Tarpon). Fishing the beautiful waters of Pine island sound, and the world famous ๏ฟผ Boca Grande pass.
    Targeted fish
    Tarpon
    Tarpon
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $950
    You get 8 hours on the water to do a bit of everything! From inshore fishing to nearshore reefs, you get plenty of time to test your line in different techniques with various species, including saltwater superstars. Big Snappers, Groupers, as well as Sharks, Snook, and Redfish are all on the menu.
    Targeted fish
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Snook
    Snook
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Grouper (Gag)
    Gag Grouper
    Grouper (Red)
    Red Grouper
    Spotted Seatrout
    Spotted Seatrout
    Shark (Blacktip)
    Blacktip Shark
    Sheepshead
    Sheepshead
  • Private trip
    Tarpon 8hrs
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Apr 15 - Aug 1
    Price for up to 3 persons
    US $1,150
    8hrs fishing trip targeting the great Sliver King (Tarpon). Fishing the beautiful waters of Pine island Sound, and the world famous Boca Grande pass.
    Targeted fish
    Tarpon
    Tarpon
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Hooked 4Life Fishing Charter

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day trip (PM) on January 13, 2025
We just came back from a 4 hour afternoon trip with Captain Andy and we had an awesome time.ย  He was super friendly and ready...
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Captain Andy was great!

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on August 15, 2024
We were so happy with our trip! I would not hesitate to go with Captain Andy again. He was so knowledgeable on where to fish...
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Brian S.
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Great day on the water!

VERIFIED   Half Day trip (AM) on April 1, 2024
My wife and I took my parents out for a half-day fishing charter and Andy was the perfect captain for a great day out on the...
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Amazing Fishing Day with Captain Andy

VERIFIED   Half Day trip (AM) on March 28, 2024
Captain Andy was awesome. The forecast for the day we originally had booked was slated for high winds and possible storms....
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Knowledge, Experience, appreciation for wildlife many

VERIFIED   Half Day trip (AM) on March 16, 2024
We had the opportunity to experience everything listed in the headline with our charter. The captain was extremely knowledgeable...
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FAQs about Hooked4life Fishing Charters

Hooked4life Fishing Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $550 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - Half Day trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $550 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - Half Day trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $750 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - 3/4 Day Trip (6 hours)
  • US $950 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - Tarpon 6hrs๏ฟผ (6 hours)
  • US $950 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - Full Day Trip (8 hours)
  • US $1,150 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - Tarpon 8hrs (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Hooked4life Fishing Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Fighting Chair
  • GPS Lowerance HDS 9&7
  • Fishfinder Lowerance HDS 9&7
  • Live Bait Well

Trips booked with Hooked4life Fishing Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Drinks ((Ice + water))
  • Fishing License

Hooked4life Fishing Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing (Up to 9 nautical miles)
  • Reef Fishing
  • Flats Fishing
  • Backcountry Fishing

Hooked4life Fishing Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Spinning
  • Popping
  • Drift Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Hooked4life Fishing Charters include:
  • Cobia
  • Grouper (Gag)
  • Grouper (Red)
  • Redfish
  • Shark (Blacktip)
  • Sheepshead
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snook
  • Spotted Seatrout
  • Tarpon

Your captain

Andy Santana
Cape Coral, Florida, United States
1 Fishing Report
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118 Customer reviews
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Member since August 2018
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Captain Andy Santana has been fishing ever since he could hold a rod, and as time passed, it became his biggest passion. He's got over a decade of experience on Bokeelia waters, and that's what spurred him on to get his captain's license couple of years ago. Capt. Andy loves to teach people how to fish and he's especially happy when he gets a chance to teach kids about angling. He also often takes underprivileged kids fishing. Andy is very friendly, loves to talk and share his stories, help you learn more about angling, and fall in love with fishing on his boat.

The fish you can target

Cobia Cobia
Grouper (Gag) Gag Grouper
Grouper (Red) Red Grouper
Redfish Redfish

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
5 persons
Boat length
22 ft
Year built
2004
Restored in
2021
Boat manufacturer
Cobia Tournament Edition
Boat type
Center console

Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 300HP
Max cruising speed
52 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Up to 9 nautical miles
Reef Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Which fishing techniques will you try?

Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Spinning
Popping
Drift Fishing

Whichย amenities are available onboard

Fighting Chair
GPS
Lowerance HDS 9&7
Fishfinder
Lowerance HDS 9&7
Live Bait Well

Whatโ€™s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Drinks
(Ice + water)
Fishing License

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 days 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.

Whatย the listing policiesย are

Pickup agreed upon reservation
Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.
Child Friendly
Catch and Release Allowed

How you can pay

Book with 15% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 15% 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:

Cash
PayPal
Bank Transfer

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