Shallow Water Guide Service 

5.0/5 (62 reviews)
 
State licensed
 275 Estero Boulevard, Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931, United States

Shallow Water Guide Service 

 
State licensed
5.0/5 (62 reviews)
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275 Estero Boulevard
Fort Myers Beach, FL, United States
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Explore the beautiful Fort Myers with Shallow Water Guide Service. Captain Joey Shogren will take you fishing the creeks and shallow back bays, famous for a variety of inshore fish. The season is open year round, so you can join whenever it suits you. Whether you're after your biggest, tastiest, or very first fish, you'll find it here!

The trip takes place aboard a 24' Yellowfin boat that accommodates up to 5 guests. This bay boat is perfect for shallow water you'll be fishing at, and provides a smooth and comfortable ride. Powered by a 300 HP Yamaha engine, the boat will get you to your fishing spot fast. She also features a livewell for the bait, a cooler for your catch, and a fighting chair.

Fill your bucket with Redfish, Snook, Trout, or Tarpon, which are the most popular species around here. You can also target King Mackerel, Permit, Gag Grouper, Jack Crevalle, Blacktip Shark, and Mangrove Snapper. Each fish can be caught with a different technique, so you can test out what works best for you.

Capt. Joey always makes sure you have top-notch fishing equipment ready on the boat, including Shimano and Penn rods and reels, artificial lures, live bait, and drinking water. If you love the taste of fish, he'll clean your catch, so you can prepare it later on. The tastiest dinner is the one you've caught yourself!

Shallow Water Guide Service is here to make your day of fishing an unforgettable one. It's only a few clicks away.

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Rating

5.0
62 reviews
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5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (70)

Young angler proudly holding a large Speckled Trout on a sunny day while fishing from a boat.
A young angler proudly displaying a Speckled Trout while fishing on a boat, showcasing a sunny day on the water.
A shark is being reeled in during a fishing trip, showcasing the excitement of angling in open waters.
A large shark is seen splashing in the water, showcasing an exciting moment during a fishing trip.
A fish is leaping out of the water during an exciting fishing moment on a boat, showcasing the thrill of angling in a vibrant aquatic environment.
A fish is being reeled in during a fishing trip, showcasing the excitement of angling in open waters.
+64

What anglers say

100%
Great experience
100%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
98%
Recommended
96%
Caught fish

All reviews (62)

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Brad Knudtson
Brad Knudtson
5.0
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Great Trip
3/4 Day Trip on April 2, 20263 adults
We had a great day fishing. We caught a quite a few fish and were able to bring some back to eat. Captain put us on fish everywhere we went. Our best fishing trip yet in Florida.
Response from Captain
April 2, 2026
Thank you Brad for the 5-star review. Your son caught some of the biggest trout ive seen in a long time. it was a great day. I hope to fish with you all again some day.
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Glenn Pabst
Glenn Pabst
5.0
Verified
New
great trip Joey had us on fish all day....tons of fun
3/4 Day Trip on April 6, 20262 adults1 child
Young angler proudly holding a large Speckled Trout on a sunny day while fishing from a boat.
Response from Captain
April 7, 2026
Thank you Glenn for the 5-star review. We had a great day, It was a pleasure fishing with you and your family. I hope to take you out again someday.
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Evan Cesar
Evan Cesar
5.0
Verified
New
Fishing with Joey
Half Day Trip – Sharks (PM) on March 26, 20264 adults
A young angler proudly displaying a Speckled Trout while fishing on a boat, showcasing a sunny day on the water.
Response from Captain
March 30, 2026
Thank you for the 5-star review Evan. it was a pleasure fishing with you all. im glad the boys had a good time. They fished like a couple seasoned pro’s.
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Albert Baer
Albert Baer
5.0
Verified
Fantastic Time
Half Day Trip (PM) on January 12, 20262 adults
My daughter and I went in two trips with Captain Joey while on our vacation. We had a blast. He knows fishing!!
Reported catch:
Snook
Spotted Seatrout
Redfish
Mangrove Snapper
Response from Captain
January 15, 2026
Thank you for the 5-star review Albert. I trully enjoyed taking you and your daughter fishing. i hope to do it again someday.
0
John Arriaga
John Arriaga
5.0
Verified
Awesome
Half Day Trip – Sharks (PM) on October 29, 20252 adults
Second time with captain Joey and it was awesome as usual! Will definitely book him again!
Reported catch:
Snook
Spotted Seatrout
Tarpon
Redfish
Response from Captain
November 1, 2025
Thank you for the 5-star review! it was a pleasure fishing with you again.
0

Trip availability and prices

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Half Day Trip – Sharks (AM)
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
4 Hour Trip
starts at 8:30 AM
US $600
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Half Day Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
4 Hour Trip
starts at 8:30 AM
US $600
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Half Day Trip – Sharks (PM)
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
4 Hour Trip
starts at 1:00 PM
US $600
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Half Day Trip (PM)
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
4 Hour Trip
starts at 1:00 PM
US $600
Entire boat: up to 3 people
4 Hour Trip – Night Fishing
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
4 Hour Trip
starts at 6:00 PM
Seasonal trip
May 1 - Oct 1
US $600
Entire boat: up to 3 people
3/4 Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
6 Hour Trip
starts at 8:30 AM
US $900
Entire boat: up to 3 people
3/4 Day Trip – Tarpon Fishing
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
6 Hour Trip
starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Apr 1 - Aug 30
US $1,000
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Full Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
8 Hour Trip
starts at 8:30 AM
US $1,200
Entire boat: up to 3 people
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Rating

5.0
62 reviews
5
61
4
0
3
0
2
0
1
0
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (70)

Young angler proudly holding a large Speckled Trout on a sunny day while fishing from a boat.
A young angler proudly displaying a Speckled Trout while fishing on a boat, showcasing a sunny day on the water.
A shark is being reeled in during a fishing trip, showcasing the excitement of angling in open waters.
A large shark is seen splashing in the water, showcasing an exciting moment during a fishing trip.
A fish is leaping out of the water during an exciting fishing moment on a boat, showcasing the thrill of angling in a vibrant aquatic environment.
A fish is being reeled in during a fishing trip, showcasing the excitement of angling in open waters.
+64

What anglers say

100%
Great experience
100%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
98%
Recommended
96%
Caught fish

All reviews (62)

Filter
Showing 15 of 62 reviews
Brad Knudtson
Brad Knudtson
5.0
Verified
New
Great Trip
3/4 Day Trip on April 2, 20263 adults
We had a great day fishing. We caught a quite a few fish and were able to bring some back to eat. Captain put us on fish everywhere we went. Our best fishing trip yet in Florida.
Response from Captain
April 2, 2026
Thank you Brad for the 5-star review. Your son caught some of the biggest trout ive seen in a long time. it was a great day. I hope to fish with you all again some day.
0
Glenn Pabst
Glenn Pabst
5.0
Verified
New
great trip Joey had us on fish all day....tons of fun
3/4 Day Trip on April 6, 20262 adults1 child
Young angler proudly holding a large Speckled Trout on a sunny day while fishing from a boat.
Response from Captain
April 7, 2026
Thank you Glenn for the 5-star review. We had a great day, It was a pleasure fishing with you and your family. I hope to take you out again someday.
0
Evan Cesar
Evan Cesar
5.0
Verified
New
Fishing with Joey
Half Day Trip – Sharks (PM) on March 26, 20264 adults
A young angler proudly displaying a Speckled Trout while fishing on a boat, showcasing a sunny day on the water.
Response from Captain
March 30, 2026
Thank you for the 5-star review Evan. it was a pleasure fishing with you all. im glad the boys had a good time. They fished like a couple seasoned pro’s.
0
Albert Baer
Albert Baer
5.0
Verified
Fantastic Time
Half Day Trip (PM) on January 12, 20262 adults
My daughter and I went in two trips with Captain Joey while on our vacation. We had a blast. He knows fishing!!
Reported catch:
Snook
Spotted Seatrout
Redfish
Mangrove Snapper
Response from Captain
January 15, 2026
Thank you for the 5-star review Albert. I trully enjoyed taking you and your daughter fishing. i hope to do it again someday.
0
John Arriaga
John Arriaga
5.0
Verified
Awesome
Half Day Trip – Sharks (PM) on October 29, 20252 adults
Second time with captain Joey and it was awesome as usual! Will definitely book him again!
Reported catch:
Snook
Spotted Seatrout
Tarpon
Redfish
Response from Captain
November 1, 2025
Thank you for the 5-star review! it was a pleasure fishing with you again.
0

FAQs about Shallow Water Guide Service

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The fish you can target

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
5 persons
Boat length
24 ft
Year built
2014
Boat manufacturer
Yellowfin
Boat type
Bay boat

Engine model
Yamaha 4-stroke HPDI
Powered by
1 x 300HP
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