Southern Charm Charters 

4.8/5 (89 reviews)
 Vía Tripoli, Punta Gorda, FL 33950, United States

Southern Charm Charters 

Punta Gorda, FL, United States
24 ft
4
4.8/5 (89 reviews)

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Fish the beautiful waters of Charlotte harbor and enjoy the local wildlife! Southern Charm Charters is here to show you the variety of fish species you can find in the area and, more importantly, how to catch them. Captain Steven has been in the business long enough to know all of the tricks you won't find in any tutorial. Learn from an experienced guide and fill out your bucket with tastiest fish meat.

The journey starts on a 24' Twin vee catamaran that accommodates up to 4 anglers. The boat is powered by 140 HP Suzuki engines and features safety gear and navigational electronics. There's lots of dry storage where you can keep your belongings safe, so bring whatever you need. Enjoy a short ride to your fishing spot and start reeling as soon as you feel the bite.

Listing all fish species you can catch on this trip is an endless task, so we'll stick to the most popular ones, such as Redfish, Tarpon, Snook, Sheepshead, Cobia, Jack Crevalle, and a variety of Sharks. You get to keep the catch and the captain will clean it after the trip free of charge.

Another thing that's also included in the price is your fishing equipment. You don't have to rent it or bring your own. As the license is covered as well, you only need to bring your snacks, drinks, and sun protection.

Relax, have fun, learn something new, and enjoy nature. Southern Charm Charters is at your service year round.

Fish the beautiful waters of Charlotte harbor and enjoy the local wildlife! Southern Charm Charters is here to show you the variety of fish species you can find in the area and, more importantly, how to catch them. Captain Steven has been in the business long enough to know all of the tricks you won't find in any tutorial. Learn from an experienced guide and fill out your bucket with tastiest fish meat.

The journey starts on a 24' Twin vee catamaran that accommodates up to 4 anglers. The boat is powered by 140 HP Suzuki engines and features safety gear and navigational electronics. There's lots of dry storage where you can keep your belongings safe, so bring whatever you need. Enjoy a short ride to your fishing spot and start reeling as soon as you feel the bite.

Listing all fish species you can catch on this trip is an endless task, so we'll stick to the most popular ones, such as Redfish, Tarpon, Snook, Sheepshead, Cobia, Jack Crevalle, and a variety of Sharks. You get to keep the catch and the captain will clean it after the trip free of charge.

Another thing that's also included in the price is your fishing equipment. You don't have to rent it or bring your own. As the license is covered as well, you only need to bring your snacks, drinks, and sun protection.

Relax, have fun, learn something new, and enjoy nature. Southern Charm Charters is at your service year round.

Steven Phillips
Captain
Steven Phillips
9 years of experience
responds within an hour

Trip availability and prices

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Half Day Trip
In high demand Last booked: 3 days ago
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
US $650
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Full Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
US $1,000
Entire boat: up to 3 people

Customer reviews

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Rating

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

Anglers' gallery (85)

What anglers say

99%
Great experience
94%
Family friendly
99%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
98%
Recommended
96%
Caught fish

All reviews (89)

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Heidi Peterson
Heidi Peterson
us
New Mexico, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Excellent day!
Half Day Trip on November 22, 20254 adults

Our 5 hr fishing trip was everything and more than we expected or asked for. Our guides were very knowledgeable and took us right to the fish. They made our first trip out so much fun that we are planning on going out again with them in August. They were patient with our mishaps, we laughed alot, caught alot of fish, got some much needed relaxation and feel very lucky to have have gotten this crew for our trip. We will be back. THANKS for the great day!

Reported catch:
Snook
Redfish
Mangrove Snapper
Teressa Wachtel
Teressa Wachtel
us
Georgia, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Awesome captains
Half Day Trip on March 20, 20263 adults

Got a bonus with Steve and Zeke with Teressa and me. Put us on fish in difficult weather in morning and moved around enough to catch several species of fish. Recommend FM Dons to prepare some of our catch that same evening. We’ll certainly be back! Jeff

Reported catch:
Snook
Mangrove Snapper
Ethan Lester
Ethan Lester
us
Maryland, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
Great time great fishing!
Half Day Trip on August 1, 20263 adults

Caught 7 different kinds of fish and learned alot.

Reported catch:
Snook
Redfish
Mangrove Snapper
Tarpon
+1
Tristan Johnson
Tristan Johnson
us
Minnesota, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
April fishing trip
Half Day Trip on April 10, 20262 adults

I had two goals. Catch something i could eat and have an opportunity at a tarpon... Both were accomplished and landed the tarpon. Was a great day of constant action.

Michael Honsinger
Michael Honsinger
Repeat angler
us
Syracuse, NY, US
Member since 2018
6 trips
5.0
Verified
December Snook? No Problem
Half Day Trip on December 10, 20251 adult

I have fished with Captain Steve and Captain Zeke on numerous occasions. Always prompt, professional and knowledgeable. We always get on the fish and leave with great memories!

Reported catch:
Snook
Mangrove Snapper
Jack Crevalle
Steven Phillips
Response from Captain

always a fun day my friend

FAQs about Southern Charm Charters

Southern Charm Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $650 per group, additional US $100 per person after 3 guests - Half Day Trip (5 hours)
  • US $1,000 per group, additional US $100 per person after 3 guests - Full Day Trip (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Southern Charm Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Wireless trolling motor
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Southern Charm Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Free fish cleaning)
  • First mate
  • Fishing license (License included )
Southern Charm Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
Southern Charm Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
Top targeted fish species with Southern Charm Charters include:
  • Black Drum
  • Cobia
  • Jack Crevalle
  • Ladyfish
  • Redfish
  • Shark (Blacktip)
  • Shark (Bonnethead)
  • Shark (Bull)
  • Sheepshead
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snook
  • Tarpon

Your captain

Steven Phillips
Steven Phillips
Steven Phillips

Punta Gorda, Florida, United States

89 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since December 2020

Started fishing when I was very young. I was born with a serious disability that stopped me from playing other sports, I discovered fishing and the rest is history.

Our Team
Zeke T.

Zeke T.

Captain

89 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since December 2020

Started fishing when I was very young. I was born with a serious disability that stopped me from playing other sports, I discovered fishing and the rest is history.

Our Team
Zeke T.

Zeke T.

Captain

The fish you can target

Black Drum
Black Drum
Cobia
Cobia
Jack Crevalle
Jack Crevalle
Ladyfish
Ladyfish
Redfish
Redfish
Blacktip Shark
Blacktip Shark
Bonnethead Shark
Bonnethead Shark
Bull Shark
Bull Shark
Sheepshead
Sheepshead
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Snook
Snook
Tarpon
Tarpon
Black Drum
Black Drum
Cobia
Cobia
Jack Crevalle
Jack Crevalle
Ladyfish
Ladyfish
Redfish
Redfish

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Catamarans
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
24 ft
Year built
2010
Boat manufacturer
Twin vee
Boat type
Catamaran
Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
2 x 140HP

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing

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
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Free fish cleaning
First mate
Fishing license
License included

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.

More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup included in price

Transfer from hotels or jetties in Punta Gorda to departure site is available and included in trip rates.
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

 Checks

What’s biting in Punta Gorda right now

Black DrumBlack Drum
CobiaCobia
Jack CrevalleJack Crevalle
LadyfishLadyfish
RedfishRedfish
Shark (Blacktip)Shark (Blacktip)
Shark (Bull)Shark (Bull)
SheepsheadSheepshead
Snapper (Mangrove)Snapper (Mangrove)
SnookSnook
TarponTarpon

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