Coastal Bound Charters

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Here at Coastal Bound Charters, the crew’s goal is to put you on fish and help you make amazing memories on Florida’s Gulf Coast. Captain Timothy Esgro is doing charters out of Fort Myers Beach, and Sanibel. He’ll meet you in Fort Myers Beach or Sanibel and take you on a fun-packed trip you won’t soon forget. Book any day that suits you and embark on your next fishing adventure in Florida!

Your trip takes place on a 24' Blazer bay boat. The boat rides fairly comfortably, fits up to 5 anglers and it uses GPS and fishfinder technology to keep you on the course all the time. The boat also has gps trolling motor, two livewells, stereo, and an ice-box. (if you have more than 3 people in your group, it will be $50 extra per person.)

Captain Timothy fishes for a variety of species including but not limited to Snook, Mangrove Snapper, Jack Crevalle, Redfish, Trout, Tripletail, Tarpon, and many more! To attract them, you’ll be fishing both on light and heavy tackle. The fish you catch is yours to keep but you’re free to release it back into the water if you prefer to. Also, kids are more than welcome to come on the trip.

The captain supplies all the fishing equipment, live bait, lures, ice cold water, as well as licenses. If you decide to keep your catch, the captain will clean and fillet it for you at no extra cost. Bring any food you like, arrive on time, and get ready for a great time on the water.

Join Coastal Bound Charters and make memories fishing!



Trip availability and prices

  • Private trip
    2 Hour Trip (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    2 Hour Trip, starts at 9:00 AM
    Price for up to 5 persons
    US $300
    These charters normally start at 9:00 a.m. but you and the captain can work the time if you'd like some adjustments. You'll spend 2 morning hours chasing many different species and all the equipment will be ready for you on the boat. Bring nothing but some snacks for the trip. (After 3 people it will be 50 bucks extra per person)
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Spinning
    Targeted fish
    Jack Crevalle
    Jack Crevalle
    Snook
    Snook
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Speckled Trout
    Speckled Trout
  • Private trip
    2 Hour Trip โ€“ Noon
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    2 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
    Price for up to 5 persons
    US $300
    If an afternoon suits you better, then join in for a 2-hour fishing trip starting at noon. Captain Timothy takes care of all the rods, reels, tackle, live bait, and lures. Just bring some snacks and the captain will take care of everything else! (After 3 people it will be 50 bucks extra per person) Departure also possible at 1:00 p.m.
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Spinning
    Targeted fish
    Jack Crevalle
    Jack Crevalle
    Snook
    Snook
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Speckled Trout
    Speckled Trout
  • Private trip
    2 Hour Trip (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    2 Hour Trip, starts at 3:00 PM
    Price for up to 5 persons
    US $300
    These charters normally start at 3:00 p.m. but you and the captain can work the time if you'd like some adjustments. You'll spend 2 afternoon hours chasing many different species and all the equipment will be ready for you on the boat. Bring nothing but some snacks for the trip. (After 3 people it will be $50 extra per person)
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Spinning
    Targeted fish
    Jack Crevalle
    Jack Crevalle
    Snook
    Snook
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Speckled Trout
    Speckled Trout
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip
    In demand! Last booked: 1 day ago
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Price for up to 5 persons
    US $500
    Spend 4 hours fishing the bountiful waters of Florida. Captain Timothy and you will leave the dock at 8:00 a.m. and get back at 12:00 p.m. All the rods, reels, tackle, live bait, lures, fishing licenses, drinks, as well as catch cleaning are included in the trip price.(After 3 people it will be 50 bucks extra per person)
    Targeted fish
    Jack Crevalle
    Jack Crevalle
    Snook
    Snook
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Black Drum
    Black Drum
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Sheepshead
    Sheepshead
    Speckled Trout
    Speckled Trout
  • Private trip
    4 hour trip (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
    Price for up to 5 persons
    US $500
    Spend 4 hours fishing the bountiful waters of Florida. Captain Timothy and you will leave the dock at 12:00 p.m. and get back at 4:00 p.m. All the rods, reels, tackle, live bait, lures, fishing licenses, drinks, as well as catch cleaning are included in the trip price.(After 3 people it will be 50 bucks extra per person)
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Reef Fishing
    Wreck Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Jack Crevalle
    Jack Crevalle
    Snook
    Snook
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Black Drum
    Black Drum
    Grouper (Gag)
    Gag Grouper
    Grouper (Red)
    Red Grouper
    Sheepshead
    Sheepshead
    Speckled Trout
    Speckled Trout
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip โ€“ Dock Light Fishing
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 PM
    Price for up to 5 persons
    US $500
    Enjoy an evening on the water and target fish attracted by dock lights. The choice of species is wide and Captain Timothy will help you have as productive a trip as possible. All the gear, drinks, licenses, as well as catch cleaning are included in the price. (After 3 people it will be 50 bucks extra per person)
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Spinning
    Targeted fish
    Snook
    Snook
    Tarpon
    Tarpon
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Speckled Trout
    Speckled Trout
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Price for up to 5 persons
    US $700
    Spend a couple of hours more on the water and try to make an even larger catch. This trip will see you leave the dock at 8:00 a.m. and chase various respectable species for 6 hours. As always, all the gear, licenses, drinks, and fish cleaning are included.(After 3 people it will be 50 bucks extra per person)
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Reef Fishing
    Flats Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Trolling
    Spinning
    Targeted fish
    Jack Crevalle
    Jack Crevalle
    Snook
    Snook
    Tarpon
    Tarpon
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Black Drum
    Black Drum
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Grouper (Gag)
    Gag Grouper
    Grouper (Red)
    Red Grouper
    Tripletail
    Tripletail
    Flounder
    Flounder
    Sheepshead
    Sheepshead
    Speckled Trout
    Speckled Trout
  • Private trip
    8 Hour Trip
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Price for up to 5 persons
    US $925
    Embark on an 8-hour fishing adventure and make wonderful memories fishing from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Captain Timothy covers you for everything you'll need for a great time on the water. Just bring some food and you'll be set to go!(After 3 people it will be 50 bucks extra per person)
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Reef Fishing
    Wreck Fishing
    Flats Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Trolling
    Spinning
    Targeted fish
    Jack Crevalle
    Jack Crevalle
    Snook
    Snook
    Tarpon
    Tarpon
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Black Drum
    Black Drum
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Grouper (Gag)
    Gag Grouper
    Grouper (Red)
    Red Grouper
    Tripletail
    Tripletail
    Flounder
    Flounder
    Sheepshead
    Sheepshead
    Speckled Trout
    Speckled Trout
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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 159 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
97%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
97%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
99%
Caught fish
95%
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Clarke L.
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Fishing with Timothy

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip on October 27, 2024
Fishing with Captain Tim was dynamite. Super nice guy and a fantastic guide. He got us into some speckled trout right off the...
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LeRoy H.
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The Way Fishing Is Supposed to Be

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip on August 15, 2024
Starting out this morning with Captain Tim, I thought that, โ€œThatโ€™s an awful lot of water and possibilities out there!โ€...
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Cindy H.
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Great Fishing Trip

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip on July 30, 2024
I had my grandchildren from Ohio on this trip. They have not been fishing outside of ohio and this was a great experience....
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Ryan A.
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Must Book Fishing Trip

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip on May 10, 2024
Captain Tim was everything we could have wished for in our 4 hour charter. He got us on fish early and we were catching fish...
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Deric S.
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Amazing Time

VERIFIED   2 Hour Trip (AM) on August 12, 2024
Came out for my birthday with my dad for our first saltwater trip. Tim was knowledgeable and took us to a couple different...
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FAQs about Coastal Bound Charters

Coastal Bound Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $300 per group - 2 Hour Trip (AM) (2 hours)
  • US $300 per group - 2 Hour Trip โ€“ Noon (2 hours)
  • US $300 per group - 2 Hour Trip (PM) (2 hours)
  • US $500 per group - 4 Hour Trip (4 hours)
  • US $500 per group - 4 hour trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $500 per group - 4 Hour Trip โ€“ Dock Light Fishing (4 hours)
  • US $700 per group - 6 Hour Trip (6 hours)
  • US $925 per group - 8 Hour Trip (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Coastal Bound Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Snorkeling Equipment
  • Live Bait Well
  • Wireless Trolling Motor
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with Coastal Bound Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait (We will supple bait fish and shrimp for the trips.)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Cleaning fish is included in the price!)
  • Drinks (We supply ice cold water on the boat.)
  • Fishing License (We offer a guiding license that covers you for the fishing trip )
  • Fly Fishing Equipment

Coastal Bound Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • River Fishing (We run the Manatee river )
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Reef Fishing
  • Flats Fishing
  • Backcountry Fishing

Coastal Bound Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Fly Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Coastal Bound Charters include:
  • Black Drum
  • Flounder
  • Grouper (Gag)
  • Grouper (Red)
  • Jack Crevalle
  • Redfish
  • Sheepshead
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snook
  • Speckled Trout
  • Tarpon
  • Tripletail

Your captain

Timothy Esgro
Bonita Springs, Florida, United States
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159 Customer reviews
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Member since December 2021
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I have been fishing and traveling all around florida since I was young and have been able to experience many of the unique things florida has to offer. Which makes me very knowledgeable about floridas wildlife, wilderness, and animals. There are many things the state has to offer and I am more then happy to share my love for the state and wildlife with you! I run fun and exciting fishing trips out of Fort Meyers Beach, Sanibel and estero Florida. Come aboard and discover the area's inshore, nearshore, and backcountry waters, as well as rivers and flats, all beautiful and full of fish.

The fish you can target

Black Drum Black Drum
Flounder Flounder
Grouper (Gag) Gag Grouper
Grouper (Red) Red Grouper

What the boat is like

Boat Image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
5 persons
Boat length
24 ft
Year built
2009
Boat manufacturer
Blazer
Boat type
Bay boat

Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
1 x 250HP
Max cruising speed
55 knots

Whichย types of fishing are offered

River Fishing
We run the Manatee river
Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Whichย fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Fly Fishing

Whichย amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Snorkeling Equipment
Live Bait Well
Wireless Trolling Motor
Ice Box

Whatโ€™s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
We will supple bait fish and shrimp for the trips.
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Cleaning fish is included in the price!
Drinks
We supply ice cold water on the boat.
Fishing License
We offer a guiding license that covers you for the fishing trip
Fly Fishing Equipment

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 1 day prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 1 day 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.

Whatย the listing policiesย are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
No age limits kid friendly trips!
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
Bank Transfer

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