Native Guided Fishing 

4.8/5 (236 reviews)
 
State licensed
 Angler Drive 385, Goodland, FL 34140, United States

Come and explore the rich waters of southwest Florida and the 10,000 Islands National Preserve with a true local guides. The Native Guided Fishing team are all Southwest Florida natives and have spent their whole lives fishing. Our team of captains know all the best fishing spots and promise to take you to the best hunting grounds in search of the exciting and delicious fish that call these waters home.

Hop aboard a spacious 25’ Parker center console and enjoy a day on these rich waters. Fitted with a large t-top cover, you’ll have plenty of shade to hide from the sun, while the open deck will provide ample opportunity for sun junkies to get their tan on. There is room for up to 6 on board, but with multiple vessels at our disposal, the captains they can happily take up to 18 on multiple boats. Get in touch and arrange a trip to suit your needs!

Whether you’re a first-timer or a seasoned pro, there is space for you on-board. Bring the whole family along to enjoy in a fun-filled day of fishing, with everything you need for a productive day provided. Your captain will even provide ice and coolers, so all you need to do is bring some drinks and snacks aboard and settle in for a thrilling day out.

The stunning scenery will be enough to leave you gobsmacked, with Bottlenose Dolphins swimming around the thousands of islands that give this spot its name. When it comes to the fishing, you’re in for a serious treat going up against some of the country’s most prized inshore species. Put your angling skills to the test and head home with a boatload of fish, as you target Groupers, Snappers, Permit, Pompano, Redfish, Snook, Tarpon, and many more!

Come aboard and let this premium guide service show you the best of Florida.

Native Guided Fishing

Charter Operator

Native Guided Fishing

26 years of experience
 ID & credentials verified
 responds within an hour

Most popular features:

 Fishing License
 Live Bait
 You Keep Catch
 Catch cleaning & filleting
 Child Friendly
 Ice Box
 Rods, reels & tackle

Trip availability and prices

Trip Date:
Days:
Group Size:
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2 Hour Fishing Trip
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
2 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
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US $350 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Fishing and Sightseeing Combo (AM)
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
3 Hour Trip, starts at 9:30 AM
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+3
US $475 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Fishing and Sightseeing Combo (PM)
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
3 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
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US $475 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Half Day Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:30 AM
US $575 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Half Day Trip – Sep-Oct (AM)
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 10:00 AM
Seasonal trip Sep 1 - Oct 31
US $575 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Half Day Trip (PM)
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
US $575 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
3/4 Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:30 AM
US $825 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Full Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
8 Hour Trip, starts at 8:30 AM
US $1,100 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.8/5
out of 5 stars from 236 reviews
Boat
4.8/5
Crew
4.8/5
Experience
4.8/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (157)

Windy day
Windy day
So much fun!!
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Angler rating

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Anglers claimed

Good experience

94%

Appropriate for children

95%

Friendly captain

99%

Satisfied with the boat

97%

Recommend this charter

95%

Caught fish

89%

Showing 1 - 5 of 236 reviews
William C.
William C.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great service at Native Guide Fishing in Goodland, FL

VERIFIED

Fishing and Sightseeing Combo (AM) on February 25, 2025

We had a great time fishing with Native Guide Fishing out of Goodland, FL in February 2025. We had to change our date due to weather and the team at NGF was accommodating. Our time on the water was fun - Our party of three kids and two adults caught fish and got to see a lot of the area. Would recommend NGF to anyone interested in getting out on the water around Marco Island.

We had a great time fishing with Native Guide Fishing out of Goodland, FL in February 2025. We had to change our date due to weather and the team at NGF was accommodating. Our time on the water was fun - Our party of three kids and two adults caught fish and got to see a lot of the area. Would recommend NGF to anyone interested in getting out on the water around Marco Island.  

 William C. recommends Native Guided Fishing

Lauren L.
Lauren L.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great trip for Kids and Adults!!!

VERIFIED

Fishing and Sightseeing Combo (PM) on March 3, 2025

This is actually our second trip with Native, this time we had the pleasure of being hosted by Captain Cooper! Thanks Cooper! Our kids learned so much and we got sooo much more from this trip than we bargained for. We’ll always book with Native if available. Dolphins while we fished, catching sharks, and great seasonal fish. Totally worth it.

This is actually our second trip with Native, this time we had the pleasure of being hosted by Captain Cooper! Thanks Cooper! Our kids learned so much and we got sooo much more from this trip than we bargained for. We’ll always book with Native if available. Dolphins while we fished, catching sharks, and great seasonal fish. Totally worth it.  

 Lauren L. recommends Native Guided Fishing

Vanessa D.
Vanessa D.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

July fishing trip

VERIFIED
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2 Hour Fishing Trip on July 21, 2025

 

 Vanessa D. recommends Native Guided Fishing
Native Guided Fishing
Native Guided Fishing (The Charter Operator)
Replied on July 22, 2025
Thanks, Vanessa! We’re glad you had a good July fishing trip, we hope to have you back for another charter!

Katie S.
Katie S.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great day!

VERIFIED

Half Day Trip (PM) on March 26, 2025

Had a great day with our family and 2 boys who are 7 and 9! Dolphins, 5+ species of fish and an all around great afternoon!

Had a great day with our family and 2 boys who are 7 and 9! Dolphins, 5+ species of fish and an all around great afternoon!  

 Katie S. recommends Native Guided Fishing
Native Guided Fishing
Native Guided Fishing (The Charter Operator)
Replied on April 17, 2025
Thanks so much, Katie! We're glad you and your family had such a fun day on the water. Hope to see you all again for another great adventure!

Bill B.
Bill B.
4.7/5

Experience:

4.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great time!

VERIFIED

Half Day Trip (AM) on February 22, 2025

Jason was the best guide I’ve ever had! I’ve used guides for the last 20 years for all types of fishing from ice to Marco island! Fun, pleasant and just a great person. Caught fish, no keepers, but had a great day!

Jason was the best guide I’ve ever had! I’ve used guides for the last 20 years for all types of fishing from ice to Marco island! Fun, pleasant and just a great person. Caught fish, no keepers, but had a great day!  

 Bill B. recommends Native Guided Fishing

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FAQs about Native Guided Fishing

What are the trip rates for Native Guided Fishing?

Native Guided Fishing offers the following trips to customers:

  • US $350 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - 2 Hour Fishing Trip (2 hours)
  • US $475 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - Fishing and Sightseeing Combo (AM) (3 hours)
  • US $475 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - Fishing and Sightseeing Combo (PM) (3 hours)
  • US $575 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - Half Day Trip – Sep-Oct (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $575 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $575 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - Half Day Trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $825 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - 3/4 Day Trip (6 hours)
  • US $1,100 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - Full Day Trip (8 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Native Guided Fishing?

When you book a trip with Native Guided Fishing, you can expect the following amenities onboard:

  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Ice Box
What's included in the trip price with Native Guided Fishing?

Trips booked with Native Guided Fishing include:

  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait (Prepared before the trip)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Fishing License
What types of fishing does Native Guided Fishing offer?

Native Guided Fishing offers the following types of fishing:

  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing
  • Flats Fishing
  • Backcountry Fishing
What fishing techniques does Native Guided Fishing offer?

Native Guided Fishing offers the following fishing techniques:

  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Fly Fishing (Bring your own equipment)
Which fish species can I catch with Native Guided Fishing?

Top targeted fish species with Native Guided Fishing include:

  • Black Drum
  • Cobia
  • Flounder
  • Grouper (Red)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Permit
  • Pompano
  • Redfish
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snook
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Tarpon

Your operator

Native Guided Fishing

Goodland, Florida, United States

ID & license verified
356 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since September 2019
angler's choice

The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.

The Native Guided Fishing team are Southwest Florida natives, meaning they practically grew up on the waters around the 10,000 Islands. They were all hooked on fishing in their youth while cruising the backwaters, discovering the riches in the creeks and rivers. The team has spent as much time as possible on the water, increasing their knowledge bit by bit. The guides like nothing more than sharing their fishing experience with others. They promote conservation in the area, and always respect local regulations, in the hope that fishing may long continue in this corner of Florida. The Native Guided Fishing team have three boats and can accommodate up to parties of 18 (6 per boat)

Our Team
Cooper N.

Cooper N.

Captain

Jason G.

Jason G.

Captain

Kodie F.

Kodie F.

Captain

Nick T.

Nick T.

Captain

Kyle F.

Kyle F.

Captain

The fish you can target

Black Drum
Black Drum
Cobia
Cobia
Flounder
Flounder
Red Grouper
Red Grouper
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Permit
Permit
Pompano
Pompano
Redfish
Redfish
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Snook
Snook
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel
Tarpon
Tarpon

What is the boat like?

Boat Image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
25 ft
Year built
2006
Boat manufacturer
Parker
Boat type
Center console

Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 250HP
Max cruising speed
40 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing

Nearshore Fishing

Reef Fishing

Wreck Fishing

Flats Fishing

Backcountry Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle

Heavy Tackle

Bottom Fishing

Spinning

Jigging

Popping

Fly Fishing

Bring your own equipment

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS

Fishfinder

Live Bait Well

Ice Box

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle

Live Bait

Prepared before the trip

Lures

Catch cleaning & filleting

Fishing License

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 1 day prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 1 day 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.

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included

Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.

Child Friendly

You Keep Catch

Catch and Release Allowed

How you can pay

Pay online in full

Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.

No additional fees.

What’s biting in Goodland right now

Black DrumBlack Drum
CobiaCobia
Grouper (Red)Grouper (Red)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)King Mackerel (Kingfish)
PermitPermit
RedfishRedfish
Snapper (Mangrove)Snapper (Mangrove)
SnookSnook
TarponTarpon
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