Nauti Knots Charters 

5.0/5 (8 reviews)
 
State licensed
 Tortuga Street 16498, Bokeelia, FL 33922, United States

Nauti Knots Charters 

 
State licensed
5.0/5 (8 reviews)
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Tortuga Street 16498
Bokeelia, FL, United States

Choose Pine Island Sound as your next fishing destination and book an adventure with Nauti Knots Charters! Captain Ken Mercer is an expert in Southwest Florida fishing, a tournament angler, and proud philanthropist. On his trips, you’ll combine light tackle, shallow water, and nearshore fishing for explosive strikes and drag-pulling fun!

Capt. Ken is eager to show you what it’s all about! He invites you on his brand new 25’ Tidewater bay boat, powered by a 300 HP Yamaha engine, reaching some of the best fishing spots that Pine Island and Charlote Harbor have to offer. The boat comes with a Minn Kota trolling motor, allowing you to approach unsuspecting inshore species quietly and discreetly.

Top-of-the-range gear is supplied on board as well, including a Dual Power-Pole anchoring system, Simrad electronics, and 13 Fishing rods and reels. There is also plenty of dry storage for all your personal items and you’ll have a cooler for your snacks and drinks. The boat accommodates up to 6 guests, everyone can fish at the same time, and kids of all ages are welcome!

Capt. Ken will take you fishing after some of the most sought-after inshore species of western Florida. This includes Tarpon, Snook, Redfish, Speckled Trout, and more. You’ll also have the opportunity to target various Shark species, Goliath Grouper, Mangrove Snapper, Flounder, Spanish Mackerel, Sheepshead, Black Drum, Tripletail, and Jack Crevalle.

Capt. Ken specializes in fly fishing as well. If you’d like to give it a go, bring or rent your own gear and he’ll take you to some of the most productive backcountry flats along the coast.

You’ll use live bait and artificial lures to attract all these target species and more, depending on the conditions and your preferences. Top-quality rods and reels, as well as your fishing license, are included in the price, so just come straight to the dock ready for action. Book your trip today and let Nauti Knots Charters show you the time of your life!

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Customer reviews

Rating summary

5.0/5
out of 5 stars from 8 reviews
Boat
5.0/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
5.0/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (12)

Excellent half day excursion with Captian Ken
Excellent half day excursion with Captian Ken
Excellent half day excursion with Captian Ken
+9

Angler rating

6
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Anglers claimed

Good experience

100%

Appropriate for children

100%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

75%

Caught fish

100%

Showing 1 - 5 of 8 reviews
Showing: 5 of 8 reviews
Yutta Mccants
Yutta Mccants
5.0
Verified
Fishing with Ken
Full Day Trip on June 10, 20233 adults
1
KEVIN NIENHUIS
KEVIN NIENHUIS
West Olive, MI
5.0
Verified
Excellent half day excursion with Captian Ken
3/4 Day Trip on March 26, 20222 adults3 children
Nauti Knots Charters did an excellent job treating us to a day of fun, sun, and fishing! Caught crevalle jack, snook, grouper, and red fish! Great experience, highly recommend Captian Ken and his crew!
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Response from Captain
April 7, 2022
Thank you for the review. I had a great time with you and your family. See you next time.
1
Travis Klein
Travis Klein
Cape Coral, Florida
5.0
Full day with Captain Ken Mercer!
Full Day Trip on February 23, 2019
What an amazing day out on the water with Captain Ken Mercer. He knows where the bait is to put you in good position to get a early start on catching the big ones. He has all the tricks to get the snook, redfish, and trout bite. He also can put you on some other amazing species! Very fun Captain good with kids. The boat was amazing grade equipment setup for all types of fishing very comfortable ride and safe. I'm already planning my second trip with Ken! ps. the picture is of my personal best redfish 31 in.
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Reported catch:
Snook
Redfish
Mangrove Snapper
Spotted Seatrout
+1
Response from Captain
May 1, 2019
Thanks you for the review. I look goward to fishing with you again
2
Oceanform Oceanform
Oceanform Oceanform
Cape Coral, Florida
5.0
Best around, best experience
Half Day Trip (AM) on April 28, 2019
Being local, I normally I fish shoreline and by kayak, but one day i thought I'd treat myself to a charter. Called up Captain Ken, booked a charter and he put me on fish immediately. SUPER clean boat, fresh bait, new tackle. Not only did I catch my personal best snook, but also my personal best tripletail! Don't hesitate to book with Captain Ken, well worth it! I will be booking again 100%. AAA all around experience.
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Reported catch:
Jack Crevalle
Snook
Cobia
Tarpon
+7
Response from Captain
May 1, 2019
Thank you for the review. I look forward to fishing with you again
1
James Fink
James Fink
United States
5.0
Inshore fishing for snook!
Full Day Trip on April 19, 2019
Some guides help you catch a lot of fish. Some guides are fun to fish with and be out on the water with all day. Some have really nice boats, tackle and equipment. It can be hard to find one that has it all though. Ken is one of those guys. Really had a great time catching snook, redfish, trout and tarpon! Highly recommend for a great day of catching.
Reported catch:
Jack Crevalle
Tarpon
Redfish
Spotted Seatrout
+1
Response from Captain
May 1, 2019
Thank you for the review! I look forward to fishing with you again
2

Trip availability and prices

Trip Date:
Days:
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November 2025
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Number of days
1
Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
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Half Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
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US $700 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
3/4 Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
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US $900 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
3/4 Day – Boca Grande Pass Tarpon
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip May 1 - Jun 20
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US $1,100 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Full Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
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US $1,200 
Entire boat: up to 6 people

Customer reviews

Rating summary

5.0/5
out of 5 stars from 8 reviews
Boat
5.0/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
5.0/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (12)

Excellent half day excursion with Captian Ken
Excellent half day excursion with Captian Ken
Excellent half day excursion with Captian Ken
+9

Angler rating

6
0
0
0
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

100%

Appropriate for children

100%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

75%

Caught fish

100%

Showing 1 - 5 of 8 reviews
Showing: 5 of 8 reviews
Yutta Mccants
Yutta Mccants
5.0
Verified
Fishing with Ken
Full Day Trip on June 10, 20233 adults
1
KEVIN NIENHUIS
KEVIN NIENHUIS
West Olive, MI
5.0
Verified
Excellent half day excursion with Captian Ken
3/4 Day Trip on March 26, 20222 adults3 children
Nauti Knots Charters did an excellent job treating us to a day of fun, sun, and fishing! Caught crevalle jack, snook, grouper, and red fish! Great experience, highly recommend Captian Ken and his crew!
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Response from Captain
April 7, 2022
Thank you for the review. I had a great time with you and your family. See you next time.
1
Travis Klein
Travis Klein
Cape Coral, Florida
5.0
Full day with Captain Ken Mercer!
Full Day Trip on February 23, 2019
What an amazing day out on the water with Captain Ken Mercer. He knows where the bait is to put you in good position to get a early start on catching the big ones. He has all the tricks to get the snook, redfish, and trout bite. He also can put you on some other amazing species! Very fun Captain good with kids. The boat was amazing grade equipment setup for all types of fishing very comfortable ride and safe. I'm already planning my second trip with Ken! ps. the picture is of my personal best redfish 31 in.
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Reported catch:
Snook
Redfish
Mangrove Snapper
Spotted Seatrout
+1
Response from Captain
May 1, 2019
Thanks you for the review. I look goward to fishing with you again
2
Oceanform Oceanform
Oceanform Oceanform
Cape Coral, Florida
5.0
Best around, best experience
Half Day Trip (AM) on April 28, 2019
Being local, I normally I fish shoreline and by kayak, but one day i thought I'd treat myself to a charter. Called up Captain Ken, booked a charter and he put me on fish immediately. SUPER clean boat, fresh bait, new tackle. Not only did I catch my personal best snook, but also my personal best tripletail! Don't hesitate to book with Captain Ken, well worth it! I will be booking again 100%. AAA all around experience.
Review media 0
Reported catch:
Jack Crevalle
Snook
Cobia
Tarpon
+7
Response from Captain
May 1, 2019
Thank you for the review. I look forward to fishing with you again
1
James Fink
James Fink
United States
5.0
Inshore fishing for snook!
Full Day Trip on April 19, 2019
Some guides help you catch a lot of fish. Some guides are fun to fish with and be out on the water with all day. Some have really nice boats, tackle and equipment. It can be hard to find one that has it all though. Ken is one of those guys. Really had a great time catching snook, redfish, trout and tarpon! Highly recommend for a great day of catching.
Reported catch:
Jack Crevalle
Tarpon
Redfish
Spotted Seatrout
+1
Response from Captain
May 1, 2019
Thank you for the review! I look forward to fishing with you again
2

FAQs about Nauti Knots Charters

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
25 ft
Year built
2018
Boat manufacturer
Tidewater
Boat type
Bay boat

Engine model
Yamaha 4.2L
Powered by
1 x 300HP
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