Fish Whistle Charters 

4.8
(100 reviews)
 
State licensed
 Laishley Court 120, Punta Gorda, FL 33950, United States–

Fish Whistle Charters 

Punta Gorda, FL, United States
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22 ft
4
4.8
(100 reviews)

Fish Whistle Charters is located in Punta Gorda and offers to show you a memorable time in these waters.

Capt. Nick will do his best to make sure you have a fun day full of fishing. This involves 4 to 8-hour trips, mainly fishing for Redfish, Snook, Tarpon, Snapper, Cobia, and Spotted Seatrout, depending on the season and conditions on the day. On these trips, you can expect to use techniques such as light tackle, bottom fishing, fly fishing, and spinning.

Your fishing adventure starts on a Skeeter SX2250 boat that can safely take up to 4 anglers. This boat comes with an ice-box, dual power poles, and a wireless trolling motor.

All rods, reels, and terminal tackle are included in the price so you can focus on what really matters, fishing. Your trip will include all the necessary fishing licenses for the day. The crew will clean and fillet your catch for you to take home at the end of the trip. The boat will be supplied with drinks for your pleasure, be sure to let the captain know if you have any questions or want to bring your own.

Book your trip now and hit the water with Fish Whistle Charters.

Fish Whistle Charters is located in Punta Gorda and offers to show you a memorable time in these waters.

Capt. Nick will do his best to make sure you have a fun day full of fishing. This involves 4 to 8-hour trips, mainly fishing for Redfish, Snook, Tarpon, Snapper, Cobia, and Spotted Seatrout, depending on the season and conditions on the day. On these trips, you can expect to use techniques such as light tackle, bottom fishing, fly fishing, and spinning.

Your fishing adventure starts on a Skeeter SX2250 boat that can safely take up to 4 anglers. This boat comes with an ice-box, dual power poles, and a wireless trolling motor.

All rods, reels, and terminal tackle are included in the price so you can focus on what really matters, fishing. Your trip will include all the necessary fishing licenses for the day. The crew will clean and fillet your catch for you to take home at the end of the trip. The boat will be supplied with drinks for your pleasure, be sure to let the captain know if you have any questions or want to bring your own.

Book your trip now and hit the water with Fish Whistle Charters.

Nick Knowlton
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4 Hour Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 8:30 AM
US $500
Entire boat: up to 3 people
4 Hour Trip (PM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 1:30 PM
US $500
Entire boat: up to 3 people
6 Hour Trip – Inshore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
US $650
Entire boat: up to 3 people
5 Hour Trip–Nightime Snook & Tarpon
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 9:00 PM
US $650
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Half Day Tarpon Fishing
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Mar 1 - Nov 30
Tarpon
US $800
Entire boat: up to 4 people
8 Hour Trip – Inshore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:30 AM
US $800
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Big Snook/Tarpon/Goliath Grouper
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Mar 1 - Oct 31
US $1,000
Entire boat: up to 4 people
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Rating

4.8
100 reviews
4.8
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (129)

What anglers say

96%
Great experience
93%
Family friendly
98%
Friendly captain
98%
Good boat
94%
Recommended
98%
Caught fish

Reviews (100)

  • Eric Whiteman
    Eric Whiteman
    us
    Indiana, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Pick Captain Nick if catching fish is your goal.

    6 Hour Trip – Inshore on July 2, 2025 • 3 adults

    All 3 of us started catching fish within 10 seconds of first cast. We had more than enough for dinner for 5 within the first hour. Full service fishing trip. All you have to do is cast, catch & reel. Even though we were capable of baiting our own lines, Captain Nick was so fast, you didn’t have time to do it yourself. The only time we weren’t catching fish was when we were dodging rain and reloading on bait and those were welcomed breaks.

  • Matt P
    Matt P
    us
    Florida, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Absolutely amazing charter

    6 Hour Trip – Inshore on June 15, 2025 • 2 adults

    June 15th was not only father's day but my birthday. The day before I had a charter cancel on me after booking in advance. I found Nick and he made it happen for me and my wife last minute. Left the marina and within minutes he put us on the fish and he didn't stop despite conditions not being in our favor. Very knowledgeable and personable. I would recommend Nick time and time again. Will be my charter captain many times to come.

  • Judy Sutter
    Judy Sutter
    Repeat angler
    us
    Ohio, US
    Member since 2020
    5 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Fishing with Captain Nick

    6 Hour Trip – Inshore on April 15, 2025 • 2 adults

    Six hour fishing trip went very well. Captain Nick was very personable, informative and outgoing. We caught trout, snook, jack, and snapper. Captain Nick was happy to answer all of our questions. We had a great time and will book with him again when we are in the area. I would recommend anyone looking for a charter book with Captain Nick.

  • Shawn Hettinga
    Shawn Hettinga
    us
    Arkansas, US
    Member since 2024
    5.0
    Verified

    EPIC FISHING TRIP!

    4 Hour Trip (AM) on June 25, 2024 • 4 adults • 1 child

    We had the best day and caught so many fish. Captain Nick was kind, attentive, and incredibly knowledgeable. He took the time and worked incredibly hard to ensure that we had a great experience. He paid close attention to us and met our needs immediately baiting hooks and putting us on fish. Captain Nick was encouraging, and it was apparent that he truly took pride in seeing us catch fish. We look forward to seeing Captain Nick again when we are in town!

  • Erick Lehet
    Erick Lehet
    Repeat angler
    us
    Minnesota, US
    Member since 2019
    4 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    On The Fish

    Big Snook/Tarpon/Goliath Grouper on July 3, 2025 • 3 adults

    Worked our way up the fishing food chain starting with net cast for bait fish, lady fish, 4 ft Tarpon, then 7ft shark. Captain Nick was knowledgeable, safe, and we were always on the fish we were looking for. Incredible fishing experience!!

  • Maggie Bennett
    Maggie Bennett
    us
    Florida, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Great day on the water

    6 Hour Trip – Inshore on June 18, 2025 • 3 adults

    Capt Nick was awesome. So knowledgeable and helpful. Great personality! We caught so many fish (keepers and catch/release) we had a great time. He knew just where to go! Thank you Nick we will see you next time we are down on vacation!!!!!

  • Steven Blizman
    Steven Blizman
    ca
    Ontario, Canada
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Awesome trip!!

    6 Hour Trip – Inshore on March 12, 2025 • 2 adults

    Had a great time out with Captain Nick! Caught lots of fish from snook, sea trout, to jacks and he made my boys Florida trip by putting him on one of his bucket list fish a tarpon. I highly recommend Captain Nick, he will put you on em!

  • Michael Reid
    Michael Reid
    Repeat angler
    ca
    Ontario, Canada
    Member since 2024
    2 trips
    4.7
    Verified

    Good Morning with Captain Nick

    4 Hour Trip (AM) on February 9, 2025 • 2 adults

    Nick worked hard to catch as many fish and a variety of fish as he could. It was interesting to watch him use a casting net to catch bait fish. Nick is very knowledgeable of the area and patterns fish go through at various times of the year. He used technology and his contacts to get you as many fish as the conditions allow.

  • Brian Lloyd
    Brian Lloyd
    Repeat angler
    us
    Illinois, US
    Member since 2019
    5 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Charter

    Half Day Tarpon Fishing on July 2, 2024 • 4 adults

    Captain Nick got us a Tarpon on the very first cast. The excitement didn't stop there, at one point we caught a fish on every cast for a couple hours straight. We caught a ton of Snook and also Redfish, Jack, Trout, Snapper, and even a Grouper. Fishing with Nick was like fishing with one of our buddies, we look forward to another charter with Fish Whistle Charters in the future.

  • Michael Genzano
    Michael Genzano
    Repeat angler
    us
    Connecticut, US
    Member since 2025
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great fishing!

    4 Hour Trip (AM) on March 30, 2025 • 2 adults

    We caught so many fish, started off the day catching sea trout, then we ended up in a spot full of snook. We caught a jack, a flounder, a couple catfish, great day out on the water! Captain Nick was really good.

Rating

4.8
100 reviews
4.8
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (129)

What anglers say

96%
Great experience
93%
Family friendly
98%
Friendly captain
98%
Good boat
94%
Recommended
98%
Caught fish

All reviews (100)

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Ryan Boettcher
Ryan Boettcher
us
Colorado, US
Member since 2024
5.0
Verified
Great Trip. Great gear, expert energetic captain with passion
4 Hour Trip (PM) on August 6, 2025 • 2 adults

I have a unique perspective. I also run charter's but in deep water off the coast of Los Cabos, Mexico. I've logged over ,000 $15,000 hours fishing in my career and run my own charter operation. We just fished for different things. The boat is top notch with a reliable new motor. The gear is top notch and the captain knows exactly what he's doing.. hHeHee knows the local spots where the fish aggregate and we had an absolute blast. Great job Captain!! One day if you ever make it to Mexico, look me up in Los Cabos and I'll take you out.

Reported catch:
Tarpon
Jack Crevalle
Mangrove Snapper
Snook
Eric Whiteman
Eric Whiteman
us
Indiana, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Pick Captain Nick if catching fish is your goal.
6 Hour Trip – Inshore on July 2, 2025 • 3 adults

All 3 of us started catching fish within 10 seconds of first cast. We had more than enough for dinner for 5 within the first hour. Full service fishing trip. All you have to do is cast, catch & reel. Even though we were capable of baiting our own lines, Captain Nick was so fast, you didn’t have time to do it yourself. The only time we weren’t catching fish was when we were dodging rain and reloading on bait and those were welcomed breaks.

Reported catch:
Speckled Trout
Mangrove Snapper
Snook
Tarpon
Matthew Pasley
Matthew Pasley
us
Florida, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Absolutely amazing charter
6 Hour Trip – Inshore on June 15, 2025 • 2 adults

June 15th was not only father's day but my birthday. The day before I had a charter cancel on me after booking in advance. I found Nick and he made it happen for me and my wife last minute. Left the marina and within minutes he put us on the fish and he didn't stop despite conditions not being in our favor. Very knowledgeable and personable. I would recommend Nick time and time again. Will be my charter captain many times to come.

Reported catch:
Speckled Trout
Mangrove Snapper
Snook
Jack Crevalle
Josh Bleck
Josh Bleck
Repeat angler
us
Wisconsin, US
Member since 2025
3 trips
5.0
Verified
Great Fishing Trip
4 Hour Trip (PM) on March 30, 2025 • 1 adult • 1 child

My 7-year old son and I went out for a half day trip. The trip was great! We tried a number of different spots and were regularly catching fish. The captain did a great job helping us keep lines baited and in the water. We caught multiple species, including a couple fish to take home and a beautiful tarpon. Overall a great experience and would highly recommend.

Daniel Gaetan
Daniel Gaetan
ca
Ontario, Canada
Member since 2024
5.0
Verified
Second time out with Nick
6 Hour Trip – Inshore on February 21, 2024 • 2 adults

This was our second time and second year fishing with Nick. Both times were a great experience and would fully recommend this charter to anyone looking to have a fun and exciting day on the water. Both times we caught enough for dinner with leftovers for lunch the next day. If it’s calling for cooler weather as it was when we were out in February, make sure to bring a sweater and a towel/blanket for when you are on the move. Thanks again to Nick and look forward to fishing with him again in the future.

Reported catch:
Speckled Trout
Snook

FAQs about Fish Whistle Charters

Fish Whistle Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $500 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 4 Hour Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $500 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 4 Hour Trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $650 per group - 5 Hour Trip–Nightime Snook & Tarpon (5 hours)
  • US $650 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 6 Hour Trip – Inshore (6 hours)
  • US $800 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 8 Hour Trip – Inshore (8 hours)
  • US $800 per group - Half Day Tarpon Fishing (6 hours)
  • US $1,000 per group - Big Snook/Tarpon/Goliath Grouper (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Fish Whistle Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Multimedia system
  • Wireless trolling motor
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Fish Whistle Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (Yes, we use live bait on all our trips. Everything is included with the price.)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Yes, if customers wish to keep their catch, as long as they are legal size and within season, I will fillet at the end of each trip. )
  • Drinks (We provide a cooler with ice and water. If customers wish to bring food or other drinks they are welcome to do so. )
  • Fishing license (We have all required licenses for these trips. Just hop on!)
Fish Whistle Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Flats fishing
  • Backcountry fishing
Fish Whistle Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Spinning
  • Fly fishing
Top targeted fish species with Fish Whistle Charters include:
  • Cobia
  • Jack Crevalle
  • Redfish
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snook
  • Speckled Trout
  • Tarpon
  • Tripletail

Your captain

Nick Knowlton
Nick Knowlton
Punta Gorda, Florida, United States
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Join Captain Nick in Punta Gorda, Florida and have a beautiful time fishing the area's varied and rich waters.
Nick Knowlton
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Join Captain Nick in Punta Gorda, Florida and have a beautiful time fishing the area's varied and rich waters.

The fish you can target

Cobia
Cobia
Jack Crevalle
Jack Crevalle
Redfish
Redfish
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Snook
Snook
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Tarpon
Tarpon
Tripletail
Tripletail
Cobia
Cobia
Jack Crevalle
Jack Crevalle
Redfish
Redfish
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Snook
Snook

Real catches by this captain

  • August fishing trip
    Thomas M.
    Thomas M.
  • On The Fish
    Erick L.
    Erick L.
  • Pick Captain Nick if catching fish is your goal.
    Eric W.
    Eric W.
  • Best fishing trip
    Jill G.
    Jill G.
  • Great day on the water
    Maggie B.
    Maggie B.
  • Maybe seek a more experienced charter, if you want to catch fish and have an enjoyable day.
    Dan R.
    Dan R.
  • Fishing with Captain Nick
    Judy S.
    Judy S.
  • Great trip
    Jordan K.
    Jordan K.
  • GREAT TRIP!!!
    Dan K.
    Dan K.
  • Fun outing
    Richard L.
    Richard L.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Skiffs and flats boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
22 ft
Year built
2016
Boat manufacturer
Skeeter
Boat type
Flats boat
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 200HP
Max cruising speed
40 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Spinning
Fly Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Multimedia system
Wireless trolling motor
Ice box
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Yes, we use live bait on all our trips. Everything is included with the price.
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Yes, if customers wish to keep their catch, as long as they are legal size and within season, I will fillet at the end of each trip.
Drinks
We provide a cooler with ice and water. If customers wish to bring food or other drinks they are welcome to do so.
Fishing license
We have all required licenses for these trips. Just hop on!

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
Kids are always welcome aboard
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Book with 15% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 15% 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
 Checks

What’s biting in Punta Gorda right now

CobiaCobia
Jack CrevalleJack Crevalle
RedfishRedfish
Snapper (Mangrove)Snapper (Mangrove)
SnookSnook
Speckled TroutSpeckled Trout
TarponTarpon
TripletailTripletail

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