Make A Wake – Captiva Island 

5.0/5 (92 reviews)
 
State licensed
 15107 Captiva Drive, Captiva, FL 33924, United States

Make A Wake – Captiva Island 

 
State licensed
5.0/5 (92)
 Angler's Choice
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15107 Captiva Drive
Captiva, FL, United States

Spend a relaxing day with Make A Wake! Captain Cody has been fishing the area since he was a kid and now he's here to share his knowledge with you! The trips are available year round, so you can join any time you want. You can start your adventure from Pine Island, Captiva Island, Fort Myers, or Sanibel.

The captain welcomes you on his 25' Pathfinder boat that accommodates up to 6 guests (4 anglers). Equipped with the latest navigational electronics, safety equipment, and a live bait tank, you'll have everything you need for a great day of fishing.

This area is famous for its variety of inshore and nearshore species. You can catch anything, from huge Redfish, Snook, and Tarpon, to Spotted Seatrout, and different types of Grouper and Snapper. Your daily targets can be adjusted to your skill level, so you can start with something that's easier to catch and progress to fish that's more demanding. This is a great opportunity for the kids to catch their first fish and start loving the outdoors.

You get to keep the catch and the captain will clean it for you free of charge. He'll also cover your fishing license and equipment. You only need to bring sunscreen, snacks, and drinks of your choice.

Make A Wake makes every fishing trip unique, as everything is adjusted to your needs. This unforgettable adventure is only a few clicks away!

*Please contact the Captain to discuss pickup location as many of the docks on Captiva charge an additional fee that is not included in your Fishingbooker reservation!

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Rating

5.0
92 reviews
5
89
4
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3
1
2
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1
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5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (132)

Angler proudly displaying a large Speckled Trout while fishing on a boat in a sunny coastal environment.
Angler proudly displaying a Snook while standing on the bow of a boat in calm waters.
Young angler proudly holding a Snook while fishing on a calm day in the Gulf waters.
Excited young angler holding a large Jack Crevalle while fishing from a boat in a coastal area.
A young angler proudly displaying a Snook while fishing from a boat in a coastal waterway.
Angler proudly displaying a freshly caught Snook while fishing in a scenic coastal area.
+126

What anglers say

98%
Great experience
100%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
97%
Recommended
97%
Caught fish

All reviews (92)

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CRAIG PEKNY
CRAIG PEKNY
5.0
Verified
Great Trip with highly professional guide
Three Quarter Day Trip on March 12, 20262 adults3 children
Great trip and experience. Fortunate to have gone on many Florida fishing charters and would say this was one of the best. Amazing and timely communication prior to the trip. Open to our changes in group size without hesitation. Ahead of schedule waiting for us at the dock, fishing was Great, open to changing plans quickly as on this trip I had my 3 young daughters. Seen dolphins and manatees up close, stopped on sandbar for shells which my kids loved. Kept everyone entertained during down time. Even stayed out a hour longer then planned due to hot fishing spot and he refused payment for the extra time. Fillet and bagged our fish. Great professional!!!
Response from Captain
April 1, 2026
Thankyou for the great review, I really appreciate it 🎣
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Jason Radner
Jason Radner
5.0
Verified
Amazing Trip 5 out of 5 Stars!!
Three Quarter Day Trip on November 2, 20251 adult1 child
We had an incredible time fishing with Cody! From the moment we met at the dock, it was clear that they really know their stuff — friendly, organized, and super knowledgeable about the area. We were on the fish almost immediately, and he knew exactly where to go to find the action. We landed a large variety of fish. 4-Red Grouper, Spanish Mack, 6-snook, 2- Redfish, Barracuda, 5-Sea Trout, and even a small goliath grouper inshore. Incredibly for a 6 hour charter!!!! Beyond the fishing, the conversation and atmosphere were top-notch. You can tell Cody genuinely loves what he does. If you’re looking for a fun, productive day on the water with someone who’ll put you on fish and make sure you have a great time doing it, I can’t recommend Cody enough. Can’t wait to book my next trip!
Reported catch:
Snook
Redfish
Mangrove Snapper
Spotted Seatrout
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Patrick Toomey
Patrick Toomey
5.0
Verified
the only way to catch em’ in Captiva
Backwater Trip (AM) on November 25, 20254 adults
Cody set the tone for this trip early on by being responsive and clear throughout the whole booking process. We showed up at the dock to a fully stocked boat ——including live bait that was precaught—— something I havent seen other charters do this let us hit the water right away and go after our target fish. There were four of us in total and everyone caught multiple fish - including red snapper, Snook, Groupers, and Sea Trout I’d highly recommend this charter and look forward to getting back on the water with Cody.
Angler proudly displaying a freshly caught Snook while fishing in a scenic coastal area.
Four friends enjoying a day on the water, posing on the bow of a boat with drinks in hand under a clear blue sky.
Reported catch:
Snook
Mangrove Snapper
Redfish
Spotted Seatrout
+1
Response from Captain
November 30, 2025
thanks for the great review patrick i really appreciate the review.
0
Craig Cuchra
Craig Cuchra
5.0
Verified
Perfect Fishing Charter
Backwater Trip (PM) on December 24, 20254 adults
Capt Cody made this trip amazing. We were a family of 4 including two teenagers and everyone had a great time. We were on fish right away and it didn't stop! His boat, gear and local knowledge were top notch. Cody was everywhere on the boat and really kept us on the action. It was a highlight of our trip to Captiva.
Excited young angler holding a large Jack Crevalle while fishing from a boat in a coastal area.
A young angler proudly displaying a Snook while fishing from a boat in a coastal waterway.
Reported catch:
Snook
Mangrove Snapper
Spotted Seatrout
Response from Captain
January 5, 2026
Thanks for the great review Craig, i really appreciate it. 🎣
0
Hazen Greg
Hazen Greg
5.0
Verified
New
great trip!
Backwater Trip (PM) on March 31, 20262 adults2 children
fishing was tough but captain Cody was excellent and the new boat was superb!!
Angler proudly displaying a large Speckled Trout while fishing on a boat in a sunny coastal environment.
Reported catch:
Snook
Redfish
Spotted Seatrout
Response from Captain
April 11, 2026
Thanks for the review 🎣
0

Trip availability and prices

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Backwater Trip (AM)
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US $550
Entire boat: 2 people
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FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip
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US $550
Entire boat: 2 people
Backwater Trip (PM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip
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US $550
Entire boat: 2 people
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FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip
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US $550
Entire boat: 2 people
Three Quarter Day Trip
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6 Hour Trip
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US $750
Entire boat: 2 people
Full Day Trip – Inshore
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US $950
Entire boat: 2 people
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Rating

5.0
92 reviews
5
89
4
0
3
1
2
0
1
0
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (132)

Angler proudly displaying a large Speckled Trout while fishing on a boat in a sunny coastal environment.
Angler proudly displaying a Snook while standing on the bow of a boat in calm waters.
Young angler proudly holding a Snook while fishing on a calm day in the Gulf waters.
Excited young angler holding a large Jack Crevalle while fishing from a boat in a coastal area.
A young angler proudly displaying a Snook while fishing from a boat in a coastal waterway.
Angler proudly displaying a freshly caught Snook while fishing in a scenic coastal area.
+126

What anglers say

98%
Great experience
100%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
97%
Recommended
97%
Caught fish

All reviews (92)

Filter
Showing 15 of 92 reviews
CRAIG PEKNY
CRAIG PEKNY
5.0
Verified
Great Trip with highly professional guide
Three Quarter Day Trip on March 12, 20262 adults3 children
Great trip and experience. Fortunate to have gone on many Florida fishing charters and would say this was one of the best. Amazing and timely communication prior to the trip. Open to our changes in group size without hesitation. Ahead of schedule waiting for us at the dock, fishing was Great, open to changing plans quickly as on this trip I had my 3 young daughters. Seen dolphins and manatees up close, stopped on sandbar for shells which my kids loved. Kept everyone entertained during down time. Even stayed out a hour longer then planned due to hot fishing spot and he refused payment for the extra time. Fillet and bagged our fish. Great professional!!!
Response from Captain
April 1, 2026
Thankyou for the great review, I really appreciate it 🎣
0
Jason Radner
Jason Radner
5.0
Verified
Amazing Trip 5 out of 5 Stars!!
Three Quarter Day Trip on November 2, 20251 adult1 child
We had an incredible time fishing with Cody! From the moment we met at the dock, it was clear that they really know their stuff — friendly, organized, and super knowledgeable about the area. We were on the fish almost immediately, and he knew exactly where to go to find the action. We landed a large variety of fish. 4-Red Grouper, Spanish Mack, 6-snook, 2- Redfish, Barracuda, 5-Sea Trout, and even a small goliath grouper inshore. Incredibly for a 6 hour charter!!!! Beyond the fishing, the conversation and atmosphere were top-notch. You can tell Cody genuinely loves what he does. If you’re looking for a fun, productive day on the water with someone who’ll put you on fish and make sure you have a great time doing it, I can’t recommend Cody enough. Can’t wait to book my next trip!
Reported catch:
Snook
Redfish
Mangrove Snapper
Spotted Seatrout
0
Patrick Toomey
Patrick Toomey
5.0
Verified
the only way to catch em’ in Captiva
Backwater Trip (AM) on November 25, 20254 adults
Cody set the tone for this trip early on by being responsive and clear throughout the whole booking process. We showed up at the dock to a fully stocked boat ——including live bait that was precaught—— something I havent seen other charters do this let us hit the water right away and go after our target fish. There were four of us in total and everyone caught multiple fish - including red snapper, Snook, Groupers, and Sea Trout I’d highly recommend this charter and look forward to getting back on the water with Cody.
Angler proudly displaying a freshly caught Snook while fishing in a scenic coastal area.
Four friends enjoying a day on the water, posing on the bow of a boat with drinks in hand under a clear blue sky.
Reported catch:
Snook
Mangrove Snapper
Redfish
Spotted Seatrout
+1
Response from Captain
November 30, 2025
thanks for the great review patrick i really appreciate the review.
0
Craig Cuchra
Craig Cuchra
5.0
Verified
Perfect Fishing Charter
Backwater Trip (PM) on December 24, 20254 adults
Capt Cody made this trip amazing. We were a family of 4 including two teenagers and everyone had a great time. We were on fish right away and it didn't stop! His boat, gear and local knowledge were top notch. Cody was everywhere on the boat and really kept us on the action. It was a highlight of our trip to Captiva.
Excited young angler holding a large Jack Crevalle while fishing from a boat in a coastal area.
A young angler proudly displaying a Snook while fishing from a boat in a coastal waterway.
Reported catch:
Snook
Mangrove Snapper
Spotted Seatrout
Response from Captain
January 5, 2026
Thanks for the great review Craig, i really appreciate it. 🎣
0
Hazen Greg
Hazen Greg
5.0
Verified
New
great trip!
Backwater Trip (PM) on March 31, 20262 adults2 children
fishing was tough but captain Cody was excellent and the new boat was superb!!
Angler proudly displaying a large Speckled Trout while fishing on a boat in a sunny coastal environment.
Reported catch:
Snook
Redfish
Spotted Seatrout
Response from Captain
April 11, 2026
Thanks for the review 🎣
0

FAQs about Make A Wake – Captiva Island

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What is the boat like?

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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
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