Nelson’s Nautical Charters
Nelson’s Nautical Charters
Fort Myers Place is one of the best spots in the whole of the US for inshore and nearshore fishing. Step aboard Nelson’s Nautical Charters and explore the flats, backcountry, reefs, and wrecks, as you go after tough-fighting and delicious fish. There’s something for everyone aboard as experienced anglers will relish the chance to battle it out with some prized fish, and beginners can get hooked!
Captain Steven Nelson is the man to get you on the fish and to give you a helping hand. Hailing from the Florida Keys, his whole life has revolved around the water. He loves getting out fishing every day, and invites you to join him on the weekends. He hopes to give you a once-in-a-lifetime experience, filling the boat and putting a smile on your face.
His 23’ Carolina Skiff is the perfect vessel for these shallow waters. Light and nimble, she’ll take you to spots that few others can manage. Up to 4 guests are welcome to make yourselves at home. Bring your own drinks and snacks aboard and plug into the multimedia system and blast your tunes throughout the day.
Using the latest rods and reels, along with live bait, you’ll get to troll, bottom fish, drift fish, and even make use of popping corks to lure your target. Tough-fighting Sharks and Snook will give even the most experienced angler a run for their money. It won’t be easy to fill the boat either. Snappers, Groupers, Redfish, Trout, Sheepshead, and Mackerel promise a tough fight to take their meat home with you.
At the end of the trip, Capt. Steven will clean and fillet your catch, so you’re good to cook up your fish right away. Savor the taste of a successful day out long into the night, and beyond! Everything you need for a productive day is waiting on board. Let Nelson’s Nautical Charters take you away to the fishing trip of your dreams!
Customer reviews
Rating summary
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+20Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Caught fish
91%
Miami, FL
Sep 11, 2020
4 Hour Trip (AM)
Half day trip
We had an excellent fishing trip with Nelson’s. Our captain was on time and very friendly, genuinely caring if we had a good day or not. We launched from the dock and the boat was comfortable and spacious. We had room for our food and drinks, and our captain made sure our seats were dry from the nights rain. We were fishing in less than 15 min from launch and had snappers on in no time. He had both live and frozen bait and plenty of poles rigged. We moved from the snapper spot after a while and quickly found mackerel trolling. After catching quite a few there, we hit a reef or two and had more fish on. Overall, a great charter and a very friendly captain. Would highly recommend and would book again.
We had an excellent fishing trip with Nelson’s. Our captain was on time and very friendly, genuinely caring if we had a good day...
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Fort Myers, Florida
Jun 25, 2020
5 Hour Trip (AM)
5 Hour Inshore Fishing Trip
My son and I did the 5 hour inshore fishing trip on June 25, 2020 and had a great time. It was our first time fishing in Florida and Captain Steve was very patient with us. We caught a variety of fish - mangrove snapper, snook, grunts, ladyfish - even some catfish at the dock while Captain Steve went to get more live baith. Captain Steve was awesome and had us catching fish within minutes. As an added bonus, we even had time to do a little offshore fishing and we caught enough for my son to have a nice fish lunch. It was a great day and I highly recommend Captain Steve. He knew a lot about this area and he knew where the fish were.
My son and I did the 5 hour inshore fishing trip on June 25, 2020 and had a great time. It was our first time fishing in Florida...
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Minnetrista, MN
May 22, 2020
4 Hour Trip (AM)
Amazing fishing and boating adventure - highlight of our trip!
Captain Steven is the best - just ask any of my kiddos :) He took us and our little pup on an awesome half day of fishing and boating! Within 5 minutes of reaching the first fishing spot we all had caught something. We caught numerous species of fish including sheepshead, snook, snapper and more. Captain Steven also brought us to a shelling island for us to explore and swim while he filleted and bagged our “keepers” to be all ready for grilling. While arranging our trip Captain Steven responded to all my emails right away and was even able to find a different boat launch to meet us at that was closer to where we were staying. We will definitely book another trip next time we come down. Thanks for the great day and tasty fish!
Captain Steven is the best - just ask any of my kiddos :) He took us and our little pup on an awesome half day of fishing and...
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Riverview, Florida
Jul 22, 2020
5 Hour Trip (AM)
5-hour trip
Captain Steve medicine the doc 15 minutes early. Had us all loaded in the boat and on our way within minutes. We started catching fish at the very first place we stopped. We didn't stop catching fish all day. He moved from spot to spot to put us on different species of fish. He was laid back, fun, and easy going. He was very knowledgeable about the area as well as the general wildlife and marine animals and taught us a lot. We will definitely book with Steve again
Captain Steve medicine the doc 15 minutes early. Had us all loaded in the boat and on our way within minutes. We started catching...
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Bonita Springs, Florida
Sep 2, 2020
5 Hour Trip (AM)
Sea Chaser at it's Best
What an awesome day out on Captain Steve's Sea Chaser! He took us to some hot spots and can't believe the wide variety of fish we were able to catch. Captain Steve provided an excellent experience for the group of 4 of us. He was very accommodating as well as knowledgeable. He provided great tips and made our 5-hour fishing experience on his fantastic boat a memorable one. We definitely want to come back to Nelson's Nautical Charters!
What an awesome day out on Captain Steve's Sea Chaser! He took us to some hot spots and can't believe the wide variety of fish...
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Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (23)
+20Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Caught fish
91%
Miami, FL
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Half day trip
4 Hour Trip (AM) on September 11, 2020
We had an excellent fishing trip with Nelson’s. Our captain was on time and very friendly, genuinely caring if we had a good day or not. We launched from the dock and the boat was comfortable and spacious. We had room for our food and drinks, and our captain made sure our seats were dry from the nights rain. We were fishing in less than 15 min from launch and had snappers on in no time. He had both live and frozen bait and plenty of poles rigged. We moved from the snapper spot after a while and quickly found mackerel trolling. After catching quite a few there, we hit a reef or two and had more fish on. Overall, a great charter and a very friendly captain. Would highly recommend and would book again.
We had an excellent fishing trip with Nelson’s. Our captain was on time and very friendly, genuinely caring if we had a good day or not. We launched from the dock and the boat was comfortable and spacious. We had room for our food and drinks, and our captain made sure our seats were dry from the nights rain. We were fishing in less than 15 min from launch and had snappers on in no time. He had both live and frozen bait and plenty of poles rigged. We moved from the snapper spot after a while...
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Fort Myers, Florida
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5 Hour Inshore Fishing Trip
5 Hour Trip (AM) on June 25, 2020
My son and I did the 5 hour inshore fishing trip on June 25, 2020 and had a great time. It was our first time fishing in Florida and Captain Steve was very patient with us. We caught a variety of fish - mangrove snapper, snook, grunts, ladyfish - even some catfish at the dock while Captain Steve went to get more live baith. Captain Steve was awesome and had us catching fish within minutes. As an added bonus, we even had time to do a little offshore fishing and we caught enough for my son to have a nice fish lunch. It was a great day and I highly recommend Captain Steve. He knew a lot about this area and he knew where the fish were.
My son and I did the 5 hour inshore fishing trip on June 25, 2020 and had a great time. It was our first time fishing in Florida and Captain Steve was very patient with us. We caught a variety of fish - mangrove snapper, snook, grunts, ladyfish - even some catfish at the dock while Captain Steve went to get more live baith. Captain Steve was awesome and had us catching fish within minutes. As an added bonus, we even had time to do a little offshore fishing and we caught enough for my son...
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Minnetrista, MN
Experience:
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Amazing fishing and boating adventure - highlight of our trip!
4 Hour Trip (AM) on May 22, 2020
Captain Steven is the best - just ask any of my kiddos :) He took us and our little pup on an awesome half day of fishing and boating! Within 5 minutes of reaching the first fishing spot we all had caught something. We caught numerous species of fish including sheepshead, snook, snapper and more. Captain Steven also brought us to a shelling island for us to explore and swim while he filleted and bagged our “keepers” to be all ready for grilling. While arranging our trip Captain Steven responded to all my emails right away and was even able to find a different boat launch to meet us at that was closer to where we were staying. We will definitely book another trip next time we come down. Thanks for the great day and tasty fish!
Captain Steven is the best - just ask any of my kiddos :) He took us and our little pup on an awesome half day of fishing and boating! Within 5 minutes of reaching the first fishing spot we all had caught something. We caught numerous species of fish including sheepshead, snook, snapper and more. Captain Steven also brought us to a shelling island for us to explore and swim while he filleted and bagged our “keepers” to be all ready for grilling. While arranging our trip Captain Steven responded...
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Riverview, Florida
Experience:
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5-hour trip
5 Hour Trip (AM) on July 22, 2020
Captain Steve medicine the doc 15 minutes early. Had us all loaded in the boat and on our way within minutes. We started catching fish at the very first place we stopped. We didn't stop catching fish all day. He moved from spot to spot to put us on different species of fish. He was laid back, fun, and easy going. He was very knowledgeable about the area as well as the general wildlife and marine animals and taught us a lot. We will definitely book with Steve again
Captain Steve medicine the doc 15 minutes early. Had us all loaded in the boat and on our way within minutes. We started catching fish at the very first place we stopped. We didn't stop catching fish all day. He moved from spot to spot to put us on different species of fish. He was laid back, fun, and easy going. He was very knowledgeable about the area as well as the general wildlife and marine animals and taught us a lot. We will definitely book with Steve again
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Bonita Springs, Florida
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Sea Chaser at it's Best
5 Hour Trip (AM) on September 2, 2020
What an awesome day out on Captain Steve's Sea Chaser! He took us to some hot spots and can't believe the wide variety of fish we were able to catch. Captain Steve provided an excellent experience for the group of 4 of us. He was very accommodating as well as knowledgeable. He provided great tips and made our 5-hour fishing experience on his fantastic boat a memorable one. We definitely want to come back to Nelson's Nautical Charters!
What an awesome day out on Captain Steve's Sea Chaser! He took us to some hot spots and can't believe the wide variety of fish we were able to catch. Captain Steve provided an excellent experience for the group of 4 of us. He was very accommodating as well as knowledgeable. He provided great tips and made our 5-hour fishing experience on his fantastic boat a memorable one. We definitely want to come back to Nelson's Nautical Charters!
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