Coastline Fishing Charters 

5.0
(47 reviews)
 
State licensed
 6499 Gasparilla Road, Placida, FL 33946, United States–

Coastline Fishing Charters 

Placida, FL, United States
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22 ft
4
5.0
(47 reviews)

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Coastline Fishing Charters are waiting for you to join them for some inshore and nearshore fishing on Florida's west coast. Captain Bill has fished on these waters for over 30 years so he knows where to take you to find a bite.

You'll enjoy an inshore or nearshore fishing adventure on an immaculate 22' Pathfinder bay boat. It's suitable for various types of fishing and all that you need including a live bait well, fishfinder, and a fighting chair for when it comes to the tough ones.

On his trips, you're given the chance to catch Snook, Trout, Redfish, Cobia, and a lot more. There are also select seasonal Tarpon trips to battle the mighty Silverking making for one of the best sportfishing bouts in the world. You'll use Penn tackle on the trip an use a variety of techniques depending on the target species including jigging, drift fishing, and trolling. You'll use live bait to catch the fish which is picked up for you before your trip commences.

Fishing licenses are provided for you as is catch cleaning. There is a first mate on board on some of the trips who works for tips. A cooler with ice and water is provided on every trip. Please remember to bring sunblock and any snacks or other drinks with you.

So whether you are wanting some laid back inshore fishing, an adventure on the sea, or the ultimate sportfishing battle against Tarpon, Coastline Fishing Charters has you covered!

Coastline Fishing Charters are waiting for you to join them for some inshore and nearshore fishing on Florida's west coast. Captain Bill has fished on these waters for over 30 years so he knows where to take you to find a bite.

You'll enjoy an inshore or nearshore fishing adventure on an immaculate 22' Pathfinder bay boat. It's suitable for various types of fishing and all that you need including a live bait well, fishfinder, and a fighting chair for when it comes to the tough ones.

On his trips, you're given the chance to catch Snook, Trout, Redfish, Cobia, and a lot more. There are also select seasonal Tarpon trips to battle the mighty Silverking making for one of the best sportfishing bouts in the world. You'll use Penn tackle on the trip an use a variety of techniques depending on the target species including jigging, drift fishing, and trolling. You'll use live bait to catch the fish which is picked up for you before your trip commences.

Fishing licenses are provided for you as is catch cleaning. There is a first mate on board on some of the trips who works for tips. A cooler with ice and water is provided on every trip. Please remember to bring sunblock and any snacks or other drinks with you.

So whether you are wanting some laid back inshore fishing, an adventure on the sea, or the ultimate sportfishing battle against Tarpon, Coastline Fishing Charters has you covered!

Bill Heydet
Captain
Bill Heydet
6 years of experience
ID & credentials verified

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Trip date:
Group Size:
November 2026
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Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
Change
Half Day (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 9:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Sat, Sun)
US $450
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Half Day Trip (PM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 2:00 PM
Seasonal trip
(Sat, Sun)
US $450
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Half Day Tarpon Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Apr 1 - Jul 30 (Sat, Sun)
US $600
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Half Day Tarpon Trip (PM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 2:00 PM
Seasonal trip
Apr 1 - Jul 30 (Sat, Sun)
US $600
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Full Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 9:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Sat, Sun)
US $700
Entire boat: up to 3 people

Customer reviews

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Rating

5.0
47 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (62)

What anglers say

100%
Great experience
98%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
100%
Recommended
95%
Caught fish

Reviews (47)

  • April Knotts
    April Knotts
    Repeat angler
    us
    West Virginia, US
    Member since 2020
    4 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Always a great time!

    Half Day Trip (PM) on June 22, 2025 • 4 adults

    This is our second charter with Captain Bill, and once again it was a great time! We caught some sea trout, snappers, jacks, snook, and cats. This was my son’s girlfriend’s first time to Florida, and her first time fishing from a boat. She’s super shy, and very quiet but Bill had her confident to cast her own line, and she ended up catching the most fish! She had a ton of fun! Bill is just an all around cool dude, that will help the most inexperienced angler or will hang back and let you do your thing. We highly recommend Captain Bill, you won’t regret it! Until next year!!!

  • April Knotts
    April Knotts
    Repeat angler
    us
    West Virginia, US
    Member since 2020
    4 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Captain Bill is the Best!

    Half Day (AM) on July 2, 2024 • 3 adults

    My family (my husband, and 17 yr old son and myself) had the pleasure chartering with Captain Bill. We had an outstanding time! Capt. Bill put us on some monster sea trout, snapper, and snook! And while it’s out of season for snook it was such a blast to catch!! As the captain himself quoted “like bass on steroids” couldn’t have been anymore on target with that! So much fun!! We are freshwater fisherman that love the challenge of saltwater fishing on vacation, and Capt. Bill knew all the tips and tricks to land some giants! He was patient, and had tons of knowledge to share. We will booking next year with Capt. Bill, planning for a full day at that! Thank you Bill, we can’t wait for our next trip with ya! Book with this charter you will NOT be disappointed!!!

  • Gina Archer
    Gina Archer
    us
    Minnesota, US
    Member since 2022
    5.0
    Verified

    Afternoon in January

    Half Day Trip (PM) on January 15, 2023 • 2 adults

    Captain Bill and his son provided a fantastic experience! Very knowledgeable and efficient finding the fish! Highly recommended! We read a couple nice reviews and our experience absolutely lived up to the praise…it really did feel like we were out fishing with good honest people trying to shows us a fun time! They absolutely did that!

  • Matthew Bowers
    Matthew Bowers
    Repeat angler
    us
    Indiana, US
    Member since 2021
    4 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Half Day Trip

    Half Day (AM) on April 10, 2021 • 3 adults

    My son and I had a blast! Can't say enough about Captain Bill and his son the First Mate AJ. Super laid back and easy going. They definitely know their stuff and have deep knowledge of the fish in the area. They put us on fish right off and we caught Snook, Redfish, Red Grouper, Spotted Trout and Mangrove Snapper. As a bonus we ran into some Manatee! He had a variety of techniques and bait. He and the the First Mate kept our lines in the water which was really helpful in-between bites and fish. They helped us get in some tricky spots to make sure we took advantage of every opportunity. The boat was clean and he offered ice cold waters. Overall a great fishing trip and would use him again when in the area. Thanks Bill and AJ!!!

  • Matthew Hiro
    Matthew Hiro
    Repeat angler
    us
    Florida, US
    Member since 2022
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great day trip Feb 2022

    Full Day Trip on February 19, 2022 • 2 adults

    Capt Bill and his son AJ provided a wonderful day trip for my father and I. My dad is a great fly fisherman and they put him on some great spots to get some nice fish. I'm a novice fisherman and they patiently helped me catch some as well. Bill and AJ were wonderful hosts and thoughtful guides. We both had a memorable day. I would highly recommend Capt Bill to anyone looking for a great fishing day around Boca Grande.

  • Steve Knecht
    Steve Knecht
    us
    California, US
    Member since 2022
    5.0
    Verified

    Full day with Capt Bill and AJ

    Full Day Trip on December 28, 2022 • 4 adults

    Phenomenal day of fishing with capt Bill and his first mate(son) AJ. Despite a recent cold snap causing the bite to be slow, he worked to find us fish until he put us on some good sheepshead and snappers. They started biting like gang busters and was an awesome end to the day. Even filleted them for us when we got back to the dock and boy did they taste good!

  • Jason Scott
    Jason Scott
    Repeat angler
    us
    Georgia, US
    Member since 2021
    9 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great day fishing!

    Half Day Trip (PM) on December 29, 2021 • 4 adults • 2 children

    Captain Bill and his son were awesome….this was the first saltwater fishing adventure for my 3 boys. We had a blast…. Captain Bill and his son were very attentive to our needs….and very patient…tangled lines….etc..They also told us a little history on the islands etc… long story short… it was a great time…the boys loved it……and I caught that snook! We will be back. I would highly recommend to anyone….especially with kids!

  • Donald Pope
    Donald Pope
    us
    Michigan, US
    Member since 2023
    4.7
    Verified

    Half day trip. Covered plenty of water.

    Half Day (AM) on September 9, 2023 • 2 adults

    Great trip. Put us on plenty of fish. Great captain. Had a great day. Will be booking again in October. Hit an inshore slam. Gave me some great fishing tips. Loved the boat. No equipment issues.

  • Holly Helin
    Holly Helin
    Repeat angler
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2022
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Afternoon Trip with Capt Bill and AJ

    Half Day Trip (PM) on July 17, 2022 • 3 adults • 1 child

    Everyone had fun, and most importantly, it was an epic first experience for my daughter! Very appreciative for all the attention and assistance. Walking away with some of the tasty fresh fish we caught was icing on the cake 😁.

  • Heather Winder
    Heather Winder
    Repeat angler
    us
    Florida, US
    Member since 2022
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Half day afternoon trip

    Half Day Trip (PM) on March 19, 2022 • 4 adults • 2 children

    We had an amazing experience with Capt. Bill and his son and first mate, AJ. A monster snook for mom, two inshore slams, a shark and much more. We even took home some trout for dinner. It was a great day! We highly recommend these guys!

FAQs about Coastline Fishing Charters

Coastline Fishing Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $450 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - Half Day (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $450 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - Half Day Trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $600 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - Half Day Tarpon Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $600 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - Half Day Tarpon Trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $700 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - Full Day Trip (6 hours)
When you book a trip with Coastline Fishing Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Fighting chair
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
Trips booked with Coastline Fishing Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Fishing license
Coastline Fishing Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
  • Flats fishing
Coastline Fishing Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Drift fishing
  • Kite fishing
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Coastline Fishing Charters include:
  • Cobia
  • Permit
  • Redfish
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snook
  • Speckled Trout
  • Tarpon
  • Tripletail

Your captain

Bill Heydet
Bill Heydet
Placida, Florida, United States
ID & license verified
47 Customer reviews
Typical response within 8 hours
Member since February 2020
A passion for fishing and a desire to be on the water has led me to become a captain and a fishing guide. I have been fishing the Venice, Englewood, and Placida waters since my family moved here in 1989. Fishing from shore, piers, and jetties is where i started out. I run a 22' Pathfinder bay boat for inshore and near shore trips. I find enjoyment and satisfaction in teaching others how to fish or putting an experienced angler on fish and seeing the look of excitement when they hook up.
Bill Heydet
Bill Heydet
Fully verified
47
reviews
2020
member since
~9h
response
A passion for fishing and a desire to be on the water has led me to become a captain and a fishing guide. I have been fishing the Venice, Englewood, and Placida waters since my family moved here in 1989. Fishing from shore, piers, and jetties is where i started out. I run a 22' Pathfinder bay boat for inshore and near shore trips. I find enjoyment and satisfaction in teaching others how to fish or putting an experienced angler on fish and seeing the look of excitement when they hook up.

The fish you can target

Cobia
Cobia
Permit
Permit
Redfish
Redfish
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Snook
Snook
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Tarpon
Tarpon
Tripletail
Tripletail
Cobia
Cobia
Permit
Permit
Redfish
Redfish
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Snook
Snook

Real catches by this captain

  • Angler proudly displaying a Speckled Trout while fishing from a boat in a scenic coastal environment.
    Fish 1
    Jack Crevalle
    April K.
    April K.
    This is our second charter with Captain Bill, and once again it was a great time! We caught some sea trout, snappers, jacks, snook, and cats. This was my son’s girlfriend’s first time to Florida, and her first time fishing from a boat. She’s super shy, and very quiet but Bill had her confident to cast her own line, and she ended up catching the most fish! She had a ton of fun! Bill is just an all around cool dude, that will help the most inexperienced angler or will hang back and let you do your thing. We highly recommend Captain Bill, you won’t regret it! Until next year!!!
  • Angler proudly displaying a large Speckled Trout while fishing on a boat in calm waters.
    April K.
    April K.
    My family (my husband, and 17 yr old son and myself) had the pleasure chartering with Captain Bill. We had an outstanding time! Capt. Bill put us on some monster sea trout, snapper, and snook! And while it’s out of season for snook it was such a blast to catch!! As the captain himself quoted “like bass on steroids” couldn’t have been anymore on target with that! So much fun!! We are freshwater fisherman that love the challenge of saltwater fishing on vacation, and Capt. Bill knew all the tips and tricks to land some giants! He was patient, and had tons of knowledge to share. We will booking next year with Capt. Bill, planning for a full day at that! Thank you Bill, we can’t wait for our next trip with ya! Book with this charter you will NOT be disappointed!!!
  • An angler proudly displaying a Snook while fishing on a boat in calm waters, showcasing a sunny day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Donald P.
    Donald P.
    Great trip. Put us on plenty of fish. Great captain. Had a great day. Will be booking again in October. Hit an inshore slam. Gave me some great fishing tips. Loved the boat. No equipment issues.
  • Angler proudly displaying a Redfish against a shimmering water backdrop, showcasing a successful catch during a tranquil fishing outing.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Gina A.
    Gina A.
    Captain Bill and his son provided a fantastic experience! Very knowledgeable and efficient finding the fish! Highly recommended! We read a couple nice reviews and our experience absolutely lived up to the praise…it really did feel like we were out fishing with good honest people trying to shows us a fun time! They absolutely did that!
  • Angler in a red jacket proudly holds a large redfish with a distinctive tail spot against a clear blue sky.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Redfish
    Steve K.
    Steve K.
    Phenomenal day of fishing with capt Bill and his first mate(son) AJ. Despite a recent cold snap causing the bite to be slow, he worked to find us fish until he put us on some good sheepshead and snappers. They started biting like gang busters and was an awesome end to the day. Even filleted them for us when we got back to the dock and boy did they taste good!
  • Adult angler holding a spotted sea trout aboard a boat in calm coastal waters.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Speckled Trout
    Emmett T.
    Emmett T.
    Captain and first mate were very welcoming, knowledgeable, and accommodating to our group. They bating hooks, untangled lines, freed snags, and landed fish with ease.
  • Young angler holding a silver snook on the bow of a fishing boat in a calm mangrove-lined waterway.
    Charles C.
    Charles C.
    My father, son, and I had a fantastic time with Captain Bill. Not only did we catch lots of fish, Bill’s positive spirit and encouragement guaranteed that we got the most out of our trip. Will definitely book with Captain Bill next time we get to Boca Grande.
  • A young angler proudly displaying a large Speckled Trout while fishing on calm waters, showcasing a beautiful day on the water.
    Aaron H.
    Aaron H.
  • Father and young angler proudly display their fish aboard a small fishing boat in calm coastal waters beneath a cloudy sky.
    Fish 1
    Speckled Trout
    Holly H.
    Holly H.
    Everyone had fun, and most importantly, it was an epic first experience for my daughter! Very appreciative for all the attention and assistance. Walking away with some of the tasty fresh fish we caught was icing on the cake 😁.
  • Young anglers proudly display a speckled sea trout while fishing from a boat in calm coastal waters.
    Fish 1
    Speckled Trout
    Rachael M.
    Rachael M.
    We had a great time! Captain Bill and his first mate AJ were wonderful, all the way around a fantastic experience.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
22 ft
Year built
2004
Boat manufacturer
Pathfinder
Boat type
Bay boat
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 150HP
Max cruising speed
40 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing
Flats Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Drift Fishing
Kite Fishing
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Fighting chair
GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Fishing license

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 days 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.
More details

What the listing policies are

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
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Book with 20% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% 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
 PayPal
 Checks

What’s biting in Placida right now

CobiaCobia
PermitPermit
RedfishRedfish
Snapper (Mangrove)Snapper (Mangrove)
SnookSnook
Speckled TroutSpeckled Trout
TarponTarpon
TripletailTripletail

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