Boca Grande Fishing Guide

For your next fishing adventure to Florida, book a trip with Boca Grande Fishing Guide. Owned and operated by local Captain Brandon, he has been fishing these waters since he was a kid. He welcomes all people for an unforgettable trip together. He wants you to have fun, in a friendly and safe environment, catching fish.

Hop on board his 23’ bay boat, perfect for groups of 4 people. This boat is great for getting to those hard-to-reach areas, giving you that extra edge over your prey. Depending on which trip you choose, you can either have just one person fishing at a time or the whole group.

Each trip is specialized to give you the best chance of catching your chosen target. Species you might reel in include Tarpon, Bull Shark, Spotted Seatrout, Snook, Redfish, Grouper, Jack Crevalle, and plenty more. Whatever your skill level, there is a fish out here with your name on it.

Children are welcome aboard. On most trips, children can come who are over 8 years old. On the Tarpon trip, children need to be a minimum of 10 years of age. There are life vests on board for all kids.

Included in the price of the trip are top quality rods and reels. This won’t let you down when reeling in your dream catch. Live bait is also included in the price. Depending on the season, you might catch it during the trip or the captain will prepare it beforehand. Your fishing license is also provided.

Most species need to be released once caught. The captain will fillet the species that can be kept for you after your trip.

You just need to bring your own food on board, which can go into the captain’s cooler. Don’t forget sunscreen, sunglasses, and a sun hat, and you’re good to go.

Book a trip with Boca Grande Fishing Guide today for a fishing adventure you won’t forget in a hurry!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip – Inshore
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip (Sat, Sun)
    US $650
    Head inshore for 6-hours for Snook, Redfish, and Trout, depending on the time of year and tides. This is great for the whole family (kids over 8). Included in the price are the rods and reels for the trip, bait, and your fishing license. If you catch a species that can be kept, the captain can fillet this for you to take home. Don't forget to bring your snacks on board – these can go into the captain's cooler.
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip – Goliath / Shark
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Seasonal trip (Sat, Sun)
    US $750
    This 6-hour trip, you can target big game Goliath Grouper and Bull Shark. Although 4 people can go on this trip, only one person can fish at a time. Children need to be over 8 years old. Rods, reels, bait, and even your license are included in the price of the trip. You only need to bring along food for the day, which can go into the captain's cooler on board, and sun protection.
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip – Tarpon (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    Seasonal trip (Sat, Sun)
    US $750
    Have a great time fishing for Tarpon. Three people can fish at once and children must be over 10. Tarpon over 40 inches must be kept in the water and all Tarpon must be released once caught. All fishing gear, tackle, bait, and licenses are included in the price of the trip. You only need to bring snacks and sun protection.
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip – Tarpon (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 12:30 PM
    Seasonal trip (Sat, Sun)
    US $750
    On this 6-hour trip, 3 anglers can fish at once. Children must be over 10 years of age. All fishing gear and tackle are included in the price. Bait is also provided along with your fishing license for the day. You can bring snacks, which can go into the captain's cooler. Bring sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat. This trip is to target the Silver King, so patience is needed. Tarpon over 40 inches must be kept in the water and all Tarpon are to be released.
  • Private trip
    8 Hour Trip – Tarpon
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    Seasonal trip (Sat, Sun)
    US $1,000
    Get the most of your day and book 8-hours to target the "Silver King". This trip is only for children over 10 and can have 3 people fishing at once. All Tarpon must be released once you've taken your photo and Tarpon over 40 inches must be kept in the water. The captain will provide the rods, reels, bait, and licenses for the whole group. You should bring a packed lunch, sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat.
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FAQs about Boca Grande Fishing Guide

Boca Grande Fishing Guide offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $650 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 6 Hour Trip – Inshore (6 hours)
  • US $750 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 6 Hour Trip – Goliath / Shark (6 hours)
  • US $750 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 6 Hour Trip – Tarpon (PM) (6 hours)
  • US $750 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 6 Hour Trip – Tarpon (PM) (6 hours)
  • US $1,000 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 8 Hour Trip – Tarpon (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Boca Grande Fishing Guide, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Fighting Chair
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Ice Box Cooler for your food and drinks to go in

Trips booked with Boca Grande Fishing Guide include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait (Prepared in advance or caught on trip)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Fishing License

Boca Grande Fishing Guide offers the following types of fishing:
  • River Fishing
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Flats Fishing
  • Backcountry Fishing

Boca Grande Fishing Guide offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Spinning

Top targeted fish species with Boca Grande Fishing Guide include:
  • Cobia
  • Grouper (Gag)
  • Grouper (Goliath)
  • Jack Crevalle
  • Redfish
  • Shark (Bull)
  • Snook
  • Spotted Seatrout
  • Tarpon

Meet the Captain

Brandon Murphy
Placida, Florida, United States
4 Customer reviews
Member since December 2018
"I grew up in Charlotte Harbor and Boca Grande estuaries, fishing for all types of fish such as Snook, Redfish, and Tarpon. I’ve fished these waters for over 15 years and am a real local!" Captain Brandon has always been on the water. He worked as a first mate for 8 years and then began guiding, after nearly 2 decades of fishing out of the Charlotte Harbor. Tarpon fishing is his favorite and his main goal is for you to have fun.

About this listing

Targeted species

Cobia Cobia
Grouper (Gag) Gag Grouper
Grouper (Goliath) Goliath Grouper
Jack Crevalle Jack Crevalle

Boat specs

Skeeter (Bay boat) originally built in 2018. Powered by a 250HP Yamaha engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 40 knots.

Length
23 ft
Capacity
4 persons

Types of fishing

River Fishing
Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Spinning

Amenities

Fighting Chair
GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Ice Box
Cooler for your food and drinks to go in

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Prepared in advance or caught on trip
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Fishing License

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 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.

Listing policies

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
Min. age 8 (10 on Tarpon trip) life vests inc.
You Keep Catch
For species allowed to keep
Catch and Release Allowed
Most species legally required to release

Payment

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:

Cash

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
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Excellent
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Tarpon boat side ready to be landed
150lb Tarpon Viciously Trashing though the air !
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Terrence Q.
Orion Charter Township, MI
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6 hour tarpon trip with Captain Brandon

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip – Inshore on April 10, 2021
Captain Brandon worked extremely hard to get us some giant tarpon. He coached us we’ll during the fierce battles. He knows...
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John H.
Lithia, FL
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6 hour tarpon trip

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip – Tarpon (PM) on August 10, 2019
Capt Brandon worked hard all day and had a great attitude. Very friendly and was fun to fish with.  My wife and kids had a...
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Ken M.
Fayetteville, NY
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Half day

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip – Inshore on March 13, 2021
Great day w/ Cpt.!! Put us on fish! Was very friendly and personable! Boat was great. Highly recommend!
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Timothy M.
Port Charlotte, Florida
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Fishing with Brandon

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip – Goliath / Shark on April 3, 2021
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