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Blind Date Charters – Naples 

5.0
(5 reviews)
 
Federally permitted
 13535 Vanderbilt Drive, Naples, FL 34110, United States–
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Blind Date Charters – Naples 

Naples, FL, United States
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32 ft
6
5.0
(5 reviews)
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Explore the gorgeous fish-packed waters of southwest Florida and make memories offshore with Blind Date Charters! Captain Tom Katz will meet you in Naples and take you on a trip to the area's nearshore and offshore grounds along with productive reefs and hidden wrecks. He's fished the waters of the Gulf of Mexico his whole life and loves sharing his fishing passion with others. Pick your day and join him for an adventure you won't soon forget!

The boat you'll be using on your trip is a 32' Sportsman center console that runs on twin 300 HP Yamaha engines and can fit up to 6 anglers. It uses full-featured technology for navigation, a wireless trolling motor for making less noise, and features a portable toilet. There's an ice-box to store your catch and you'll also have the help of a first mate.

The productive waters you'll be fishing allow you to chase many prized species of Snapper and Grouper, African Pompano, Cobia, King Mackerel, as well as Spanish Mackerel. Using heavy and light tackle, you'll catch them by bottom, deep sea, and drift fishing as well as trolling, spinning, and jigging. You're free to bring kids aboard as well as to take your catch home.

Capt. Tom supplies all the fishing tackle, lures, bait, licenses, drinks, as well as a catch cleaning service. Bring nothing but the food of your choice before you start the trip, before you sit back, relax and enjoy Florida's charming waters and have fun catching fish with Blind Date Charters!

Explore the gorgeous fish-packed waters of southwest Florida and make memories offshore with Blind Date Charters! Captain Tom Katz will meet you in Naples and take you on a trip to the area's nearshore and offshore grounds along with productive reefs and hidden wrecks. He's fished the waters of the Gulf of Mexico his whole life and loves sharing his fishing passion with others. Pick your day and join him for an adventure you won't soon forget!

The boat you'll be using on your trip is a 32' Sportsman center console that runs on twin 300 HP Yamaha engines and can fit up to 6 anglers. It uses full-featured technology for navigation, a wireless trolling motor for making less noise, and features a portable toilet. There's an ice-box to store your catch and you'll also have the help of a first mate.

The productive waters you'll be fishing allow you to chase many prized species of Snapper and Grouper, African Pompano, Cobia, King Mackerel, as well as Spanish Mackerel. Using heavy and light tackle, you'll catch them by bottom, deep sea, and drift fishing as well as trolling, spinning, and jigging. You're free to bring kids aboard as well as to take your catch home.

Capt. Tom supplies all the fishing tackle, lures, bait, licenses, drinks, as well as a catch cleaning service. Bring nothing but the food of your choice before you start the trip, before you sit back, relax and enjoy Florida's charming waters and have fun catching fish with Blind Date Charters!

Tom Katz
Captain
Tom Katz
8 years of experience
ID & credentials verified
responds within an hour
What this charter offers
Fishing license
Live bait
You keep catch
Catch cleaning & filleting
Drinks
What this charter offers
Fishing license
Live bait
You keep catch
Catch cleaning & filleting
Drinks

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Trip date:
Group Size:
November 2026
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Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
Change
6 Hour Offshore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Barracuda (Great)
Snapper (Mangrove)
Snapper (Yellowtail)
US $2,200
Entire boat: up to 4 people
9 Hour Offshore - BIG FISH
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
9 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Snapper (Red)
Wahoo
Grouper (Black)
+2
US $3,300
Entire boat: up to 4 people

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

Anglers' gallery (4)

Reviews (5)

  • Amy Horta
    Amy Horta
    Member since 2020
    5.0

    Amazing day on the water !

    on July 4, 2026

    Thank you captain Tom! He knew all the spots

  • Meghan Reilly
    Meghan Reilly
    us
    New Jersey, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Fish On!

    6 Hour Offshore on February 13, 2026 • 4 adults

    Captain Tom put us on fish all day ! His immaculate boat and new tackle were A+! We will be back to fish on the Blind Date !

  • Thomas Banks
    Thomas Banks
    us
    Kentucky, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great trip and great Captain and staff.

    6 Hour Offshore on June 17, 2026 • 5 adults • 1 child
  • FishingBooker Member
    FishingBooker Member
    5.0

    Full day trip!

    9 Hour Offshore - BIG FISH on December 2, 2024

    Big fish is what we wanted and big fish is what Captian Tom delivered! Had a blast reeling in fish and spending the day aboard the Blind Date. Captain Tom was helpful and friendly and put us on the fish! We will be back for sure.

  • Cameron Crawford
    Cameron Crawford
    Repeat angler
    us
    Maine, US
    Member since 2023
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Fishing with Tom

    9 Hour Offshore - BIG FISH on February 2, 2024 • 4 adults

FAQs about Blind Date Charters – Naples

Blind Date Charters – Naples offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $2,200 per group, additional US $250 per person after 4 guests - 6 Hour Offshore (6 hours)
  • US $3,300 per group, additional US $250 per person after 4 guests - 9 Hour Offshore - BIG FISH (9 hours)
When you book a trip with Blind Date Charters – Naples, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet Enclosed head 'toilet'
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Wireless trolling motor
  • Ice box
  • Radar
Trips booked with Blind Date Charters – Naples include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (Live bait is used at the Captain's discretion. We will always choose the bait that will catch the most fish. Sometimes, that is frozen or dead baits.)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Cleaning and filleting fish is included in the trip price.)
  • Drinks (All trips include bottled water. We provide a cooler with ice for any additional drinks the customer would like to bring, no glass please.)
  • First mate (First mate available upon request. 20% is typical in the fishing industry for tip.)
  • Fishing license (All fishing licenses are included in the trip price.)
Blind Date Charters – Naples offers the following types of fishing:
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing (Depending on the trip you booked we travel anywhere from 9-100 miles offshore.)
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
Blind Date Charters – Naples offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Drift fishing
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Blind Date Charters – Naples include:
  • Cobia
  • Grouper (Black)
  • Grouper (Gag)
  • Grouper (Red)
  • Grouper (Scamp)
  • Jack (African Pompano)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snapper (Mutton)
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Snapper (Yellowtail)
  • Spanish Mackerel

Your captain

Tom Katz
Tom Katz
Naples, Florida, United States
233 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
101 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since July 2019
Captain Tom has been fishing the Gulf waters of Florida his whole life. His dream came true when he became a charter captain and started showing others the beauty that Southwest Florida offers. For him, watching people reel in fish, relaxing on the boat, and creating memories that will last a lifetime is the best part of his job!
Our Team
Tom K.
Tom K.
Captain
Chelsey K.
Chelsey K.
Business partner
Tom Katz
Tom Katz
Fully verified
233
reports
101
reviews
2019
member since
~1h
response
Captain Tom has been fishing the Gulf waters of Florida his whole life. His dream came true when he became a charter captain and started showing others the beauty that Southwest Florida offers. For him, watching people reel in fish, relaxing on the boat, and creating memories that will last a lifetime is the best part of his job!
The crew
Tom K.
Tom K.
Captain
Chelsey K.
Chelsey K.
Business partner

The fish you can target

Cobia
Cobia
Black Grouper
Black Grouper
Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper
Red Grouper
Red Grouper
Scamp Grouper
Scamp Grouper
African Pompano Jack
African Pompano Jack
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Mutton Snapper
Mutton Snapper
Red Snapper
Red Snapper
Yellowtail Snapper
Yellowtail Snapper
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel
Cobia
Cobia
Black Grouper
Black Grouper
Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper
Red Grouper
Red Grouper
Scamp Grouper
Scamp Grouper

Real catches by this captain

  • Angler proudly displaying a large Grouper while fishing offshore, with a clear blue ocean backdrop.
    Fish 1
    Red Grouper
    Offshore fishing for Scamp Grouper after we got our limit of American Red Snapper! Want to fish with the best offshore charter in North Naples? Book today!
  • Adult angler proudly holding a large red snapper aboard a fishing boat in open ocean.
    Fish 1
    Red Snapper
    Opens June 1, 2026! Bottom fishing in the Gulf for Red Snapper.
  • Four young anglers proudly displaying their catch of Yellowtail Snapper after a successful day of fishing.
    Fish 1
    Yellowtail Snapper
    Blind Date Fishing charters out of North Naples, FL. Hot bit!
  • Angler proudly displaying two large Grouper caught during a deep-sea fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Red Grouper
    Make unforgettable family memories on the water with our family-friendly offshore fishing charters in Fort Myers and Cape Coral! Whether it’s your kids’ first time fishing or you’re planning a fun day together, we create a safe, exciting, and memorable experience for all ages. Staying in Cape Coral, FL, Naples, FL or Fort Myers, FL? Enjoy beautiful Gulf waters, hands-on fishing action, and quality time with the people who matter most. We love helping families have fun, reel in great catches, and make stories they’ll talk about long after the trip is over. Book your family fishing adventure today with Blind Date Charters and let’s make some memories!
  • Fishing rods set over the stern of a moving boat on calm open ocean waters at sunrise.
    Meghan R.
    Meghan R.
    Captain Tom put us on fish all day ! His immaculate boat and new tackle were A+! We will be back to fish on the Blind Date !
  • Angler proudly displaying a large Grouper while fishing on a boat in open waters.
    Fish 1
    Black Grouper
    Went deep and found a load of beautiful fish! Scamp Grouper in the box!
  • A young angler proudly displaying a large Grouper while fishing on a boat in calm waters.
    Fish 1
    Gag Grouper
    This fish got lucky as gag grouper or not in season! Nevertheless, this was such a fun fighting fish, and the crew had a great time reeling in plenty of keeper red grouper, and mangrove snapper.
  • Angler displaying a large Grouper caught while fishing offshore, showcasing a sunny day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Gag Grouper
    Hooked into the good life — landing giants in Naples, FL
  • Two anglers proudly displaying their catches of Amberjack while fishing offshore, showcasing a beautiful blue sky and calm waters.
    Fish 1
    Silver Trevally
    African pompano get their nickname from their shiny appearance. When the sun hits just right, it looks just like a sparkling diamond. African Pompano or AP as we call them, are often a bi-catch while bottom fishing (deep sea fishing)
  • Angler proudly displaying a large Red Snapper aboard a fishing boat during a sunset trip.
    Fish 1
    Cubera Snapper
    Offshore snapper fishing, spring 2025

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
32 ft
Year built
2017
Boat manufacturer
Sportsman
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Honda
Powered by
2 x 350HP
Max cruising speed
40 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Drift Fishing
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Enclosed head 'toilet'
GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Wireless trolling motor
Ice box
Radar
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Live bait is used at the Captain's discretion. We will always choose the bait that will catch the most fish. Sometimes, that is frozen or dead baits.
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Cleaning and filleting fish is included in the trip price.
Drinks
All trips include bottled water. We provide a cooler with ice for any additional drinks the customer would like to bring, no glass please.
First mate
First mate available upon request. 20% is typical in the fishing industry for tip.
Fishing license
All fishing licenses are included in the trip price.

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
I have 3 kids of my own (8,5 &3) its one of my favorite times when we get to have them aboard. We love sharing the outdoors (fishing) with the next generation. We welcome kids of all ages aboard, please let us know if there will be anyone under the age of
No alcohol
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
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 4% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Naples right now

CobiaCobia
Grouper (Black)Grouper (Black)
Grouper (Gag)Grouper (Gag)
Grouper (Red)Grouper (Red)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Snapper (Mangrove)Snapper (Mangrove)
Snapper (Mutton)Snapper (Mutton)
Snapper (Yellowtail)Snapper (Yellowtail)
Spanish MackerelSpanish Mackerel

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