Make A Wake – Sanibel Island 

5.0
(128 reviews)
 
State licensed
 15001 Punta Rassa Road, Fort Myers, FL 33908, United States–

Make A Wake – Sanibel Island 

Fort Myers, FL, United States
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25 ft
6
5.0
(128 reviews)

If you're looking for a fun day of inshore fishing in Florida, look no further than Make A Wake. Captain Cody has a lifelong experience in catching fish and guiding charters, and he can accommodate guests of any skill levels. Whether it's your first time with a rod or you already have a few trophies in your record, you can have an amazing time!

Join Capt. Cody on his 25' Pathfinder boat, which offers a comfortable and smooth ride. There's enough room for 6 guests (4 fishing), so bring your friends and family. Kids need to be at least 4 years old, and life vests for them are provided. Capt. Cody is great at teaching the little ones how to catch their first fish and he can keep them entertained during the whole trip.

If you want to start slow in the calm water, target Redfish, Snook, Tarpon, or Tripletail inshore. You can visit the flats and backcountry, or head out further, to the nearshore spots. There you can go after different types of Grouper and Snapper. The catch is yours to keep, so you'll leave the dock with tasty, fresh, fish fillets.

When it comes to fishing equipment, you're fully covered. There's bottled water and sodas on the boat but feel free to bring your own beverages and snacks.

It doesn't matter if you're coming to catch your first fish, try out different fishing techniques, or simply enjoy the surroundings - with Make A Wake, you can have it all. Just choose the date!

If you're looking for a fun day of inshore fishing in Florida, look no further than Make A Wake. Captain Cody has a lifelong experience in catching fish and guiding charters, and he can accommodate guests of any skill levels. Whether it's your first time with a rod or you already have a few trophies in your record, you can have an amazing time!

Join Capt. Cody on his 25' Pathfinder boat, which offers a comfortable and smooth ride. There's enough room for 6 guests (4 fishing), so bring your friends and family. Kids need to be at least 4 years old, and life vests for them are provided. Capt. Cody is great at teaching the little ones how to catch their first fish and he can keep them entertained during the whole trip.

If you want to start slow in the calm water, target Redfish, Snook, Tarpon, or Tripletail inshore. You can visit the flats and backcountry, or head out further, to the nearshore spots. There you can go after different types of Grouper and Snapper. The catch is yours to keep, so you'll leave the dock with tasty, fresh, fish fillets.

When it comes to fishing equipment, you're fully covered. There's bottled water and sodas on the boat but feel free to bring your own beverages and snacks.

It doesn't matter if you're coming to catch your first fish, try out different fishing techniques, or simply enjoy the surroundings - with Make A Wake, you can have it all. Just choose the date!

Cody Snead
Captain
Cody Snead
8 years of experience
ID & credentials verified
responds within an hour

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Trip date:
Group Size:
November 2026
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Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
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Backwater Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Snook
Tarpon
Snapper (Mangrove)
Tripletail
+1
US $550
Entire boat: 2 people
Backwater Trip (PM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 1:00 PM
Jack Crevalle
Snook
Tarpon
Snapper (Mangrove)
+6
US $550
Entire boat: 2 people
Nearshore Trip (PM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 1:00 PM
Permit
Grouper (Gag)
Grouper (Red)
Spanish Mackerel
+4
US $550
Entire boat: 2 people
Nearshore Trip (AM)
In high demand Last booked: 4 days ago
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Amberjack
Cobia
Jack Crevalle
Permit
+8
US $600
Entire boat: 2 people
3/4 Day Inshore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Snook
Tarpon
Snapper (Mangrove)
Redfish
+4
US $750
Entire boat: 2 people
Full Day Trip – Inshore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Snook
Tarpon
Snapper (Mangrove)
Redfish
+4
US $950
Entire boat: 2 people

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Rating

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

Anglers' gallery (158)

What anglers say

99%
Great experience
100%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
100%
Recommended
97%
Caught fish

Reviews (128)

  • Timothy Popp
    Timothy Popp
    us
    Wisconsin, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great trip!!! Book with Make a Wake!!!

    Nearshore Trip (AM) on July 7, 2026 • 4 adults • 2 children

    We had a great time, would highly recommend Captain Cody and Make a Wake!!! We left out of Punta Rassa boat ramp and we where catching snook within the hour. We finished the day catching 5 different species from Snook, Sea trout, Jack Crevalle, goliath gropher and some catfish. We had a blast and Cody was great with us and it was a pleasure on how he took the time to help explain things and our girls really appreciated that!!! Great conversation as well. Will absolutely be back and recommend to friends!!!

  • Joseph Zullo
    Joseph Zullo
    us
    New Jersey, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Had a great trip Captin Cody is awesome

    Full Day Trip – Inshore on July 20, 2026 • 2 adults

    Had a great day on the water with Captin Cody. He had plenty of live fresh bait for us all primo size. He put us on jacks, reds, snook, and snapper. Weather conditions weren’t in our favor but he knew exactly where to go to get the job done and was equipped with everything we needed. Highly recommend him to anyone fishing this area. He was patient with teaching my wife and I the tactics of the species we targeted. Great dude

  • Courtney Doles
    Courtney Doles
    us
    Ohio, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Top-Notch Captain and a Fantastic Experience!

    Backwater Trip (AM) on December 11, 2025 • 3 adults • 1 child

    We had an amazing time on our fishing charter with Captain Cody! He was awesome from start to finish. He is knowledgeable, patient, and genuinely fun to be around. He did an excellent job getting us on the fish, and he was absolutely wonderful with our 4-year-old, making the whole experience exciting and comfortable for our little one. He created such a fun, memorable day for our family and I even caught my first shark! Highly recommend Captain Cody for anyone looking for a great day on the water. 🎣✨

  • Mike Benefiel
    Mike Benefiel
    Repeat angler
    us
    Maryland, US
    Member since 2021
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Angler / safe Guide and all around good person

    Nearshore Trip (AM) on April 10, 2026 • 3 adults • 1 child

    very knowledgeable super safe and great angler as well as great person caught our targeted species in all locations we pulled up to. cody was on point great to chat with and gain knowledge from about the area ! we will be back soon enough to have some more adventures and tour the area once we decide in a locaton to relocate to. till thek thanks again cody and tightlines in the future 🤙🏼

  • Colleen Stones
    Colleen Stones
    us
    Colorado, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified
    New

    Awesome trip! Thank you! We loved every minute! We had a great dinner with our catch, red fish!

    Backwater Trip (AM) on October 24, 2026 • 4 adults
  • Sydney Mushing
    Sydney Mushing
    us
    Michigan, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Amazing Fishing Trip with a Knowledgeable Captain!

    Nearshore Trip (AM) on February 6, 2026 • 2 adults

    We had such a great experience with Cody! Despite a cold spell, he still put us on fish—we caught three different species and kept several. He was super knowledgeable and generous with tips that helped us all week. You can tell he really cares about his clients having a great time. Highly recommend!

  • Jon Rautio
    Jon Rautio
    us
    Michigan, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Captain

    Nearshore Trip (PM) on December 22, 2025 • 2 adults

    Captain Cody was great getting us on the fish. He was very focused on getting us fish and us having a great time. Me and Son will definitely book another trip with Captain Cody next time we are down in Florida. Thanks again for the Great Experience!

  • Annette Livesey
    Annette Livesey
    us
    Utah, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Make A Wake is great!

    Nearshore Trip (PM) on January 7, 2026 • 3 adults

    Captain Cody did everything to make sure we had fun! It's obvious that he loves what he does. The fish fought great, dolphins came to play and surf next to the boat, It was FUN!

  • Curt Larsen
    Curt Larsen
    us
    Minnesota, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    FISHTACULAR

    Backwater Trip (AM) on December 15, 2025 • 2 adults

    It was a windy day in the backwater but Captain Cody found us some great spots out of the wind. Cody put of on some great fishing. I would highly recommend to anyone.

  • Donald Rau
    Donald Rau
    us
    Kansas, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    I would do it again!!!!

    Backwater Trip (PM) on February 9, 2026 • 2 adults

    Capt Cody was excellent boatman! Caught plenty if fish handled all bait, fish and was an excellent teacher.

FAQs about Make A Wake – Sanibel Island

Make A Wake – Sanibel Island offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $550 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Backwater Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $550 per group, additional US $450 per person after 2 guests - Backwater Trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $550 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Nearshore Trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $600 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Nearshore Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $750 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 3/4 Day Inshore (6 hours)
  • US $950 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Full Day Trip – Inshore (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Make A Wake – Sanibel Island, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Fighting chair
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Wireless trolling motor
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Make A Wake – Sanibel Island include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (It is included in the trip price, unless tarpon crabs. Most days we will not be catching bait together. )
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Cleaning and fillet is included )
  • Drinks (Water, Sodas)
  • Fishing license (Yes; covered by Captain's license)
Make A Wake – Sanibel Island offers the following types of fishing:
  • River fishing (Lake Kennedy or calusahatchee river )
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Flats fishing
  • Backcountry fishing
Make A Wake – Sanibel Island offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
Top targeted fish species with Make A Wake – Sanibel Island include:
  • Grouper (Gag)
  • Grouper (Red)
  • Pompano
  • Redfish
  • Snapper (Lane)
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snook
  • Speckled Trout
  • Tarpon
  • Tripletail

Your captain

Cody Snead
Cody Snead
Fort Myers, Florida, United States
3 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
258 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since April 2020
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.
Captain Cody has been fishing since he was a boy, but started to do this professionally in 2006. Born and raised in Florida, he's a second generation of fishermen. He realized that people love to go fishing, but they don't have the ability to do it on their own, so he decided to make it easy for them. He taught many people how to fish, especially children. It's always an exciting experience when they catch their first fish.
Cody Snead
Cody Snead
Fully verified
Angler's Choice
3
reports
258
reviews
2020
member since
~1h
response
Captain Cody has been fishing since he was a boy, but started to do this professionally in 2006. Born and raised in Florida, he's a second generation of fishermen. He realized that people love to go fishing, but they don't have the ability to do it on their own, so he decided to make it easy for them. He taught many people how to fish, especially children. It's always an exciting experience when they catch their first fish.

The fish you can target

Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper
Red Grouper
Red Grouper
Pompano
Pompano
Redfish
Redfish
Lane Snapper
Lane Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Snook
Snook
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Tarpon
Tarpon
Tripletail
Tripletail
Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper
Red Grouper
Red Grouper
Pompano
Pompano
Redfish
Redfish
Lane Snapper
Lane Snapper

Real catches by this captain

  • Adult angler proudly holding a large redfish over coastal waters during a fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Redfish
    Colleen S.
    Colleen S.
  • A young angler proudly displaying a large Snook while standing on a dock, with a scenic water backdrop.
    Joseph Z.
    Joseph Z.
    Had a great day on the water with Captin Cody. He had plenty of live fresh bait for us all primo size. He put us on jacks, reds, snook, and snapper. Weather conditions weren’t in our favor but he knew exactly where to go to get the job done and was equipped with everything we needed. Highly recommend him to anyone fishing this area. He was patient with teaching my wife and I the tactics of the species we targeted. Great dude
  • A young angler proudly displaying a Speckled Trout while fishing on a sunny day.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Flounder
    Timothy P.
    Timothy P.
    We had a great time, would highly recommend Captain Cody and Make a Wake!!! We left out of Punta Rassa boat ramp and we where catching snook within the hour. We finished the day catching 5 different species from Snook, Sea trout, Jack Crevalle, goliath gropher and some catfish. We had a blast and Cody was great with us and it was a pleasure on how he took the time to help explain things and our girls really appreciated that!!! Great conversation as well. Will absolutely be back and recommend to friends!!!
  • Angler proudly displaying a large Snook while fishing on a sunny day.
    Mike B.
    Mike B.
    very knowledgeable super safe and great angler as well as great person caught our targeted species in all locations we pulled up to. cody was on point great to chat with and gain knowledge from about the area ! we will be back soon enough to have some more adventures and tour the area once we decide in a locaton to relocate to. till thek thanks again cody and tightlines in the future 🤙🏼
  • Three fish stored on ice in a cooler, ready for transport after a successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Black Drum
    Donald R.
    Donald R.
    Capt Cody was excellent boatman! Caught plenty if fish handled all bait, fish and was an excellent teacher.
  • A young angler proudly displaying a Sheepshead caught during a fishing trip, with a scenic waterfront home in the background.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Sheepshead
    Sydney M.
    Sydney M.
    We had such a great experience with Cody! Despite a cold spell, he still put us on fish—we caught three different species and kept several. He was super knowledgeable and generous with tips that helped us all week. You can tell he really cares about his clients having a great time. Highly recommend!
  • Angler proudly displaying a large Snook while fishing from a boat in calm waters.
    Annette L.
    Annette L.
    Captain Cody did everything to make sure we had fun! It's obvious that he loves what he does. The fish fought great, dolphins came to play and surf next to the boat, It was FUN!
  • Angler displaying a large Redfish while fishing in a scenic coastal environment.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Jon R.
    Jon R.
    Captain Cody was great getting us on the fish. He was very focused on getting us fish and us having a great time. Me and Son will definitely book another trip with Captain Cody next time we are down in Florida. Thanks again for the Great Experience!
  • Young angler proudly displaying a Speckled Trout while fishing from a boat in a scenic coastal environment.
    Curt L.
    Curt L.
    It was a windy day in the backwater but Captain Cody found us some great spots out of the wind. Cody put of on some great fishing. I would highly recommend to anyone.
  • Angler proudly displaying a caught shark while fishing in calm waters, showcasing the excitement of a successful day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Bonnethead Shark
    Courtney D.
    Courtney D.
    We had an amazing time on our fishing charter with Captain Cody! He was awesome from start to finish. He is knowledgeable, patient, and genuinely fun to be around. He did an excellent job getting us on the fish, and he was absolutely wonderful with our 4-year-old, making the whole experience exciting and comfortable for our little one. He created such a fun, memorable day for our family and I even caught my first shark! Highly recommend Captain Cody for anyone looking for a great day on the water. 🎣✨

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
25 ft
Year built
2018
Boat manufacturer
Pathfinder
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 300HP
Max cruising speed
50 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

River Fishing
Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Popping

Which amenities are available onboard

Fighting chair
GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Wireless trolling motor
Ice box
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
It is included in the trip price, unless tarpon crabs. Most days we will not be catching bait together.
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Cleaning and fillet is included
Drinks
Water, Sodas
Fishing license
Yes; covered by Captain's 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.
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What the listing policies are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child friendly
At least 4 years old; life vests provided
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.
Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% 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
 Bank transfer
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Fort Myers right now

Grouper (Gag)Grouper (Gag)
Grouper (Red)Grouper (Red)
PompanoPompano
RedfishRedfish
Snapper (Mangrove)Snapper (Mangrove)
SnookSnook
Speckled TroutSpeckled Trout
TarponTarpon
TripletailTripletail

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