SWFL Premier Charters
+219SWFL Premier Charters is an experienced professional guide service that offers their clients a fun and memorable day on the water. Join Captain Nick who’s been fishing and navigating the Southwest Florida waters since he was a kid. With over 30 years of experience, he’ll ensure you have a safe, productive, and enjoyable trip.
Fish for a variety of species using an assortment of live bait caught by Capt. Nick just prior to your trip. Some of your possible trophies are Snook, Redfish, Trout, Mangrove Snapper, Jack Crevalle, pompano, Grouper, and Sheepshead, among others.
All trips are family-friendly and suitable for anglers of all skill levels. Children are welcome to join under parents’ supervision.
Your tackle and fishing license are fully covered by the captain. There’s drinking water on the boat but feel free to bring your own snacks and drinks. For your convenience, the captain offers multiple pick up locations in Cape Coral, Fort Myers, and Sanibel and Captiva Islands.
have a good time and go home with a little more fishing knowledge than with which you came. Enjoy a day on the water with your loved ones, relax, and have fun while learning new tricks and techniques!
SWFL Premier Charters has a goal to make every guest feel at ease and not only catch fish but do everything within the captain’s power to ensure you
You’ll be fishing on a fully equipped 24’ Skeeter sx240 Bay Boat, with exceptional capabilities to keep you high and dry, this vessel was specifically designed to fish the inshore and nearshore waters of Florida’s Gulf Coast. Lowrance electronics ( twin HDS 12" screens , Yamaha 300hp motor , Minn Kota wireless GPS trolling motor, twin Power Pole Blades, powder coated T-TOP gets you out of the sun.
Captain
Nick Pisculli
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+340Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
98%
Appropriate for children
97%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
98%
Caught fish
96%
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Great day
3/4 Day Fishing on June 20, 2025
Spent the day on the water with my 12-year-old son. Captain Nick was professional, knowledgeable, and had us on fish quickly. He was patient with my son and helped him catch snook and mangrove snapper throughout the day. We ended the day with a great tarpon. My son had such a great time, we have been off the water for close to 4 hours at this point and he is still pumped!
Spent the day on the water with my 12-year-old son. Captain Nick was professional, knowledgeable, and had us on fish quickly. He was patient with my son and helped him catch snook and mangrove snapper throughout the day. We ended the day with a great tarpon. My son had such a great time, we have been off the water for close to 4 hours at this point and he is still pumped!
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Ended trip with monster snook
Half Day Fishing (AM) on June 17, 2025
Beautiful day with son and grandson’s. Right away we knew Capt. Nick was a pro. I’ve fished this coast 30 years. He put us on mangroves first then realized we can cast moved on to snook. Although small it was great action with my boys. Completed the day with 35 “ snook. Nick was prompt, polite and on his game. Thanks much, Jack
Beautiful day with son and grandson’s. Right away we knew Capt. Nick was a pro. I’ve fished this coast 30 years. He put us on mangroves first then realized we can cast moved on to snook. Although small it was great action with my boys. Completed the day with 35 “ snook. Nick was prompt, polite and on his game. Thanks much, Jack
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Great day
Half Day Fishing (AM) on February 22, 2025
Captain Nick was great. Showed us more than just fishing. We saw dolphins, manatees, osprey and more. We caught Sheephead (Wife caught two big ones), we got some snappers and even a blowfish. Captain Nick was patient with us, demonstrated what to do and then gave us free rein to catch fish. He would watch all of us and assist in telling us when to do what. Again, great day, great time and would highly recommend Captain Nick for fishing trips.
Captain Nick was great. Showed us more than just fishing. We saw dolphins, manatees, osprey and more. We caught Sheephead (Wife caught two big ones), we got some snappers and even a blowfish. Captain Nick was patient with us, demonstrated what to do and then gave us free rein to catch fish. He would watch all of us and assist in telling us when to do what. Again, great day, great time and would highly recommend Captain Nick for fishing trips.
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WHAT A GREAT TIME!!!!!!!
3/4 Day Fishing on June 23, 2025
We had such an amazing day out with Captain Nick!!! We caught a lot of fish, and we saw Manatees and Dolphins several times!!! I would recommend this trip to anyone looking to enjoy themselves!!!! We look forward to doing this again!!
We had such an amazing day out with Captain Nick!!! We caught a lot of fish, and we saw Manatees and Dolphins several times!!! I would recommend this trip to anyone looking to enjoy themselves!!!! We look forward to doing this again!!
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June fishing trip
3/4 Day Fishing on June 25, 2025
Captain Nick did an incredible job working with my grandson teaching how to catch salt water fish. My grandson is hooked for life. We had a great couple of days and caught lots of fish Thank you
Captain Nick did an incredible job working with my grandson teaching how to catch salt water fish. My grandson is hooked for life. We had a great couple of days and caught lots of fish Thank you
FAQs about SWFL Premier Charters
What are the trip rates for SWFL Premier Charters?
SWFL Premier Charters offers the following trips to customers:
- US $500 per group, additional US $125 per person after 3 guests - Half Day Fishing (AM) (4 hours)
- US $500 per group, additional US $125 per person after 3 guests - Half Day Fishing (PM) (4 hours)
- US $700 per group, additional US $125 per person after 3 guests - 3/4 Day Fishing (6 hours)
- US $900 per group, additional US $125 per person after 3 guests - Full Day Fishing (8 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with SWFL Premier Charters?
When you book a trip with SWFL Premier Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Live Bait Well
- Wireless Trolling Motor
- Ice Box
What's included in the trip price with SWFL Premier Charters?
Trips booked with SWFL Premier Charters include:
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Live Bait (Captain typically nets live bait prior to the trip , in some circumstances we catch bait during the trip duration )
- Lures
- Catch cleaning & filleting (Cleaning of your catch is included in the price, this service may be performed on the boat or dock depending on pick up location. )
- Drinks (bottled water included )
- Fishing License (Fishing license during the duration of the trip is included in the price )
What types of fishing does SWFL Premier Charters offer?
SWFL Premier Charters offers the following types of fishing:
- River Fishing (Areas we saltwater fish are the Caloosahatchee River , Pine Island sound and near shore Gulf of Mexico. We do offer Fresh water trips in inland lakes and canals )
- Inshore Fishing
- Nearshore Fishing
- Flats Fishing
- Backcountry Fishing
What fishing techniques does SWFL Premier Charters offer?
SWFL Premier Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
- Light Tackle (Our goal is to target big fish on light tackle )
- Spinning
Which fish species can I catch with SWFL Premier Charters?
Top targeted fish species with SWFL Premier Charters include:
- Black Drum
- Grouper (Goliath)
- Jack Crevalle
- Ladyfish
- Redfish
- Shark (Blacktip)
- Sheepshead
- Snapper (Mangrove)
- Snook
- Speckled Trout
- Spotted Seatrout
- Tarpon
Your captain
Fort Myers, Florida, United States
The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.
Captain Nick moved to Southwest Florida in 1989 and it was at that time where his love for the waterways of Southwest Florida and fishing began . Growing up on the bimini basin canal system in Cape Coral enabled him to fish daily, navigate the waterways and learn from some of the best in the area. Captain Nick is not only a USGC licensed captain but a Licensed Loan Originator and Realtor in the state of Florida.
The fish you can target
What is the boat like?
What kind of fishing will you do?
River Fishing
Areas we saltwater fish are the Caloosahatchee River , Pine Island sound and near shore Gulf of Mexico. We do offer Fresh water trips in inland lakes and canals
Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing
Which fishing techniques you can try
Light Tackle
Our goal is to target big fish on light tackle
Spinning
Which amenities are available onboard
GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Wireless Trolling Motor
Ice Box
What’s included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Captain typically nets live bait prior to the trip , in some circumstances we catch bait during the trip duration
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Cleaning of your catch is included in the price, this service may be performed on the boat or dock depending on pick up location.
Drinks
bottled water included
Fishing License
Fishing license during the duration of the trip is included in the price
How cancellations work
Free cancellation up to 14 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 14 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.
What the listing policies are
Pickup included in price
Child Friendly
Recommend age of 6 years old and above , Life jackets for children are provided
You Keep Catch
In season regulations and size limits apply
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
Visa
Mastercard
American Express
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3.5% charge will apply.
What’s biting in Fort Myers right now
Black Drum
Grouper (Goliath)
Jack Crevalle
Ladyfish
Redfish
Snapper (Mangrove)
Snook
Spotted Seatrout
Tarpon