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.



Trip availability and prices

  • Private trip
    2 Hour Fishing Trip
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    2 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $350
    This charter is a great way for families with kids to experience fishing in the 10,000 Islands or anglers of all ages to sample fishing the area on a quick two hour trip. Our main goal for this trip is catch and release fishing.
    Targeted fish
    Grouper (Goliath)
    Goliath Grouper
    Jack Crevalle
    Jack Crevalle
    Snook
    Snook
    Tarpon
    Tarpon
    Bluefish
    Bluefish
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Black Drum
    Black Drum
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
    Pompano
    Pompano
    Flounder
    Flounder
    Speckled Trout
    Speckled Trout
  • Private trip
    Fishing and Sightseeing Combo (AM)
    In demand! Last booked: 3 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    3 Hour Trip, starts at 9:30 AM
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $475
    Come get a line wet and explore the beautiful 10,000 Islands National Wildlife refuge where you can expect to see playful dolphins, manatees, bird life, and more! This is a relaxing eco tour with fishing stops along the way and a great option for the family!
    Targeted fish
    Snook
    Snook
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Black Drum
    Black Drum
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
    Pompano
    Pompano
    Flounder
    Flounder
  • Private trip
    Fishing and Sightseeing Combo (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    3 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $475
    Come get a line wet and explore the beautiful 10,000 Islands National Wildlife refuge where you can expect to see dolphins, manatees, bird life, and more! This is a relaxing eco tour with fishing stops along the way and a great option for the family!
    Targeted fish
    Snook
    Snook
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Black Drum
    Black Drum
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
    Pompano
    Pompano
    Flounder
    Flounder
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:30 AM
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $575
    This popular trip allows you to spend 4 hours in the morning exploring the rich shallow waters and vast maze of mangroves known as the 10,000 islands. On light tackle spinning rods, you can expect to catch a variety of fish including Snook, Redfish, Tarpon, Speckled Seatrout, Pompano, Black Drum, Snapper, Sheepshead, Groupers, Shark species, and many more!
  • Private trip
    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
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $575
    This popular trip allows you to spend 4 hours in the morning exploring the rich shallow waters and vast maze of mangroves known as the 10,000 islands. On light tackle spinning rods, you can expect to catch a variety of fish including Snook, Redfish, Tarpon, Speckled Seatrout, Pompano, Black Drum, Snapper, Sheepshead, Groupers, Shark species, and many more!
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $575
    On vacation and want to sleep in? No problem! The fishing is good all day long because of the tides here, providing ample opportunities for catching fish morning or afternoon. Fish the Gulf of Mexico and the 10,000 Islands National Preserve and go after a variety of fish including Snook, Redfish, Trout, Tarpon, Pompano, Drum, Snapper, Sheepshead, Grouper, Sharks, and more!
  • Private trip
    3/4 Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:30 AM
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $825
    Want to spend more time on the water? Extend your trip to a 6-hour charter fishing the Gulf or Mexico and the 10,000 Islands National Preserve. Spend your time light tackle fishing the productive shallows, going after a range of prized fish that call these waters home. From Sheepshead to Sharks, Black and Red Drum to Tarpon, Pompano, and many more, there's no end to what you can catch, and this trip will increase your chance of filling the boat.
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 8:30 AM
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $1,100
    Spend the whole day on the water fishing the rich waters of the 10,000 Islands leading into the Gulf of Mexico, getting the most out of the inshore fishing opportunities on offer. Go after a range of exciting and delicious fish, as you try bottom fishing, jigging, and even popping to land beauties like Sheepshead, Snook, Snapper, Redfish, Tarpon, Pompano, Black Drum, Speckled Seatrout, Sheepshead, Grouper, Redfish, different Sharks, and many more.
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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 226 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
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Good experience
94%
Friendly captain
99%
Recommend this charter
96%
Appropriate for children
95%
Satisfied with the boat
97%
Caught fish
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Michael T.
St. Petersburg, Florida
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Best day on the water!!!

Full Day Trip on June 7, 2024
I want to thank NGF for an awesome day on the water!  My wife and I booked a trip to explore the area by boat and try our...
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Charles B.
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Windy day

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip (PM) on October 19, 2024
Captain Wes was amazing! It was a bit windy, so we didn’t catch much, but at least we didn’t go home empty-handed. I even...
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Leah N.
Excellent
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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So much fun!!

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip on June 3, 2024
My crowd had a wonderful time catching fish, seeing the sights and interacting with the dolphins during our trip.  The captain...
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Devin G.
St. Petersburg, Florida
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Awesome Fishing Trip!

Half Day Trip (PM) on June 3, 2024
Native Guided Fishing is hands down one of the best fishing charters around.  Not only was our captain very knowledgeable...
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Christina F.
Naples, Florida
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great Day!!

Half Day Trip (AM) on June 24, 2024
What an experience, we had a relaxing day with exploring the beautiful 10,000 islands and even doing some shelling. Our knowledgeable...
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FAQs about 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 (AM) (4 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 (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)

When you book a trip with Native Guided Fishing, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with Native Guided Fishing include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait (Prepared before the trip)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Fishing License

Native Guided Fishing offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing
  • Flats Fishing
  • Backcountry Fishing

Native Guided Fishing offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Fly Fishing (Bring your own equipment)

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
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325 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since September 2019
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.
Captain
Kyle N.
Captain
Jason G.
Captain
Kodie F.
Captain
Nick T.
Captain
Wes B.
Captain
Kyle F.
Captain

The fish you can target

Black Drum Black Drum
Cobia Cobia
Flounder Flounder
Grouper (Red) Red Grouper

What the boat is 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

Which types of fishing are offered

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.

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