Runnin The Flats is a family-friendly charter that welcomes the whole family as well as the avid angler. Native from Naples, Florida Captain Rob Forte will take you on exciting fishing trips and will try his best to put you on the fish. If you’re looking for food for the table, catch and release, or just have a relaxing time on the water, you’re in the right
This charter is child-friendly, so bring your kids and make an unforgettable trip for everyone.
The captain will clean and fillet your catch free of charge and he also has you covered for licenses.
Book a trip with Runnin The Flats and have a wonderful time in South West Florida!
Rating summary
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
94%
Caught fish
91%
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5 Hour Trip on November 3, 2024
My teenage boys had a blast on this charter! Captain Rob was extremely knowledgeable, patient, interesting, and actively working to get them on fish. They were very happy with the variety of fish they caught, including redfish, seatrout, jack crevalle, snapper, and even a bonnethead shark! The boat was top notch with a huge platform in the front for fishing and a comfortable shaded seating area in the back. Would highly recommend Runnin The Flats!
My teenage boys had a blast on this charter! Captain Rob was extremely knowledgeable, patient, interesting, and actively working to get them on fish. They were very happy with the variety of fish they caught, including redfish, seatrout, jack crevalle, snapper, and even a bonnethead shark! The boat was top notch with a huge platform in the front for fishing and a comfortable shaded seating area in the back. Would highly recommend Runnin The Flats!
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4 Hour Trip on March 21, 2025
Rob was an excellent Captain and he was a great teacher. Had my to teenage grandsons on the trip and Rob connected with the boys. I would recommend Rob for family or adult trips he knows his stuff and is very personable. We will be back for sure!
Rob was an excellent Captain and he was a great teacher. Had my to teenage grandsons on the trip and Rob connected with the boys. I would recommend Rob for family or adult trips he knows his stuff and is very personable. We will be back for sure!
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6 Hour Trip – Shark on November 17, 2024
Went with 2 friends and Robert showed us where the fish were. We were on them all day. Didn't end getting a big shark but there were plenty of small bonnet heads and just about every other fish you could get out there. He definitely showed us a good time and will definitely go out with him again.
Went with 2 friends and Robert showed us where the fish were. We were on them all day. Didn't end getting a big shark but there were plenty of small bonnet heads and just about every other fish you could get out there. He definitely showed us a good time and will definitely go out with him again.
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4 Hour Trip on March 28, 2025
My son and I had a great time! We caught a lot of fish. The boat and equipment were great.
My son and I had a great time! We caught a lot of fish. The boat and equipment were great.
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2.5 Hour Trip – Kids on December 30, 2024
Had a great time. Kids caught lots of fish. Very enjoyable.
Had a great time. Kids caught lots of fish. Very enjoyable.