When you’re looking for a fishing trip with a captain who can provide an amazing experience, look no further than Santiva Charters. Captain Rob’s main goal is to provide this for you and he believes it’s all in the details. He takes special care for all those little things that make each trip special.

To make your trip more comfortable, Capt. Rob allows for only 3 guests on the boat. This way everyone can fish at the same time. You’ll aboard his 18’ Key West boat, powered by a 150 HP Yamaha engine. This flats boat is perfect for shallow waters you’ll be fishing in, and it features a live bait tank and yeti cooler with ice and bottled water.

You’ll be fishing around Sanibel’s backcountry and inshore waters, targeting Snook, Tarpon, Redfish, and Mangrove Snapper. These waters also keep Jack Crevalle and Bull Sharks, so you never know what can bite your hook. You can keep the catch and save it for a delicious meal afterward. Capt. Rob recommends the “Lazy Flamingo” restaurant near the marina.

Rob will organize everything you need for fishing: rods, reels, lures, and live bait. You can bring some snacks and drinks, and don’t forget your sunscreen and sunglasses.

Whether you’re looking for excitement while fishing or just hope to relax on the water, you can rely on Santiva Charters and Capt. Rob!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    $500
    Start your day the best way possible – fishing! You'll target Snook, Tarpon, Redfish, Snapper, and many more. Bring some snacks and drinks and you're good to go – everything else is covered by the captain. This is a great trip for people who've never fished before.
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    $500
    Skip your nap this afternoon and go on a relaxing fishing trip. This is also a great option for families with kids or any kind of first-timers with the rod. Capt. Rob will help you with anything you need and cover your fishing equipment.
  • Private trip
    3/4 Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    $700
    Spend unforgettable 6 hours of fishing with Captain Rob. You'll visit the inshore and backcountry around Sanibel and target Snapper, Snook, Tarpon, Jack Crevalle, and many more. Your fishing equipment is fully covered.
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    $900
    Book a trip and enjoy a day out on the water fishing! There's a variety of different species of fish to catch, cooler on board with water and ice. Bring any additional provisions and you're ready to go. Captain Rob will cover your fishing equipment and clean your catch after the trip.
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FAQs about Santiva Charters

Santiva Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • $500 per group - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • $500 per group - Half Day Trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • $700 per group - 3/4 Day Trip (6 hours)
  • $900 per group - Full Day Trip (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Santiva Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well Live pilchards, threadfin, pinfish, or shrimp
  • Wireless Trolling Motor
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with Santiva Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Shimano, St croix, and Falcon)
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Drinks
  • Fishing License

Santiva Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Backcountry Fishing

Santiva Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Drift Fishing
  • Handline

Top targeted fish species with Santiva Charters include:
  • Jack Crevalle
  • Redfish
  • Shark (Bull)
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snook
  • Spotted Seatrout
  • Tarpon
  • Tripletail

About the Captain

Robert Cooper
Sanibel, Florida, United States
ID & License verified
109 Customer reviews
Response time 2 hours
Member since October 2019
Raised on Sanibel Island, I have been around many professionals in the marine industry, not only for fishing but for boating in general. I worked for many years at South Seas Yacht Harbour and I have extensive knowledge of the surrounding waters of Sanibel, Captiva, and other areas in SWFL. I’ve had a passion for fishing and taking people on the water to share my experience with others.

About this listing

Targeted species

Jack Crevalle Jack Crevalle
Redfish Redfish
Shark (Bull) Bull Shark
Snapper (Mangrove) Mangrove Snapper

Boat specs

Key West (Flats boat) originally built in 2000. Powered by a 150HP Yamaha engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 32 knots.

Length
18 ft
Capacity
3 persons

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Drift Fishing
Handline

Amenities

GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Live pilchards, threadfin, pinfish, or shrimp
Wireless Trolling Motor
Ice Box

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Shimano, St croix, and Falcon
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Drinks
Fishing License

Cancellation policy

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.

Listing policies

Pickup agreed upon reservation
Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.
Child Friendly
At least 6 years old
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

Book with 15% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 15% 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
Visa
Mastercard
American Express
Checks
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

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Customer reviews

Rating Summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 109 reviews
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (123)
Fishing with Robert
Great Experience
Fishing with Robert
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Angler Rating
103
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Anglers Claimed
Good experience
99%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
97%
Appropriate for children
92%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Catch intended fish
95%
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Tanner R.
Plattsburgh, NY
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Inshore fishing with Rob

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on March 22, 2023
A good guide can put you on fish when the conditions are right but a great guide can put you on fish even when the conditions...
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Elizabeth K.
New York, New York
Excellent
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fishing with Robert

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on March 21, 2023
Captain Rob was so awesome! He was so knowledgeable about all of the best spots for fishing, could spot a fish in the water...
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Dan D.
Dundalk, MD
Excellent
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Experience:
Excellent
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Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Excellent charter all around!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on June 14, 2022
Captain Rob provided an awesome trip for my son and I. We only did a 4 hour trip, but the captain put us on fish right away...
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Chad M.
JACKSON BELDEN, OH
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Did an AM fishing trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on June 15, 2022
Took my son out fishing for the first time and Captain Ron was amazing with him! So knowledgeable and really took his time...
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David V.
Tampa, FL
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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2 Half Day Trips with Captain Rob -Inshore

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on June 13, 2022
Myself and my 72 year old dad went fishing with Rob back to back days. He does everything for you- makes it super easy and...
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