Tango Down Fishing is your ticket to a memorable time inshore and backcountry of Florida’s Paradise Coast.

Capt. "Duke" aims to tailor every trip to your specific needs, so let him know what you’re after! Depending on the trip and species, you’ll be using the technique of choice fly fishing, spin fishing, jigging, and popping. You’re looking at 4-hour trips, where you’ll usually go after the likes of Snook, Redfish, Snapper, Tarpon, Spotted Seatrout, and Sheepshead, depending on the weather and time of year.

Your adventure begins on board a custom 18’ Beavertail Skiff that can fit a maximum of 2 anglers. This skiff is designed to reach the shallowest water allowing the captain to find feeding fish from a polling tower.  It is however outfitted with a wireless trolling motor. All rods, reels, tackle, and bait are included in the price so you can focus on what really matters, fishing. The captain will supply all the needed fishing licenses for your trip. You can keep anything you catch, as long as it’s legal to do so.

The price of your trip also includes complimentary water but you’re welcome to bring your own drinks and snacks. Please let the captain know if you have any questions or special requests.

Book your trip now and hit the water with Tango Down Fishing.



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    Half Day A.M.
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    US $500
    We operate from a shallow water skiff allowing us to get into the shallowest water to target fish in Florida's inshore and magnificent backcountry. You won't have to worry about not being prepared. We provide everything you need to get you started on the right foot. All licenses, rods, bait, tackle, and water are provided. However, you will need to bring foul-weather gear, polarized sunglasses, and sunscreen. Please no spray-on sunscreen as it can potentially make the deck of the boat slippery.
    Targeted fish
    Snook
    Snook
    Tarpon
    Tarpon
    Black Drum
    Black Drum
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Spotted Seatrout
    Spotted Seatrout
  • Private trip
    Half Day P.M.
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    US $500
    We operate from a shallow water skiff allowing us to get into the shallowest water to target fish in Florida's inshore and magnificent backcountry. You won't have to worry about not being prepared. We provide everything you need to get you started on the right foot. All licenses, rods, bait, tackle, and water are provided. However, you will need to bring foul-weather gear, polarized sunglasses, and sunscreen. Please no spray-on sunscreen as it can potentially make the deck of the boat slippery.
    Targeted fish
    Snook
    Snook
    Tarpon
    Tarpon
    Black Drum
    Black Drum
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Spotted Seatrout
    Spotted Seatrout
  • Private trip
    Full Day
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    US $800
    We operate from a shallow water skiff allowing us to get into the shallowest water to target fish in Florida's inshore and magnificent backcountry. You won't have to worry about not being prepared. We provide everything you need to get you started on the right foot. All licenses, rods, bait, tackle, and water are provided. However, you will need to bring foul-weather gear, polarized sunglasses, and sunscreen. Please no spray-on sunscreen as it can potentially make the deck of the boat slippery.
    Targeted fish
    Snook
    Snook
    Tarpon
    Tarpon
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Spotted Seatrout
    Spotted Seatrout
    Sheepshead
    Sheepshead
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FAQs about Tango Down Fishing

Tango Down Fishing offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $500 per group - Half Day A.M. (4 hours)
  • US $500 per group - Half Day P.M. (4 hours)
  • US $800 per group - Full Day (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Tango Down Fishing, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Wireless Trolling Motor

Trips booked with Tango Down Fishing include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait (Live bait is included in the price of the trip. If you would like to use live bait, please let us know after you book your trip. )
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (No charge for cleaning your legal catch)
  • Drinks (Water )
  • Fishing License (All fishing licenses are covered. No need to purchase one. )
  • Fly Fishing Equipment

Tango Down Fishing offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Flats Fishing
  • Backcountry Fishing

Tango Down Fishing offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Spinning
  • Fly Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Tango Down Fishing include:
  • Black Drum
  • Permit
  • Redfish
  • Sheepshead
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snook
  • Spotted Seatrout
  • Tarpon

Meet the Captain

Willis “Duke” Davis
Bonita Springs, Florida, United States
3 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
11 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since October 2022
Captain Duke is an avid fisherman that loves to teach people the joys of fishing. He ensures that first time fisherman and seasoned pros walk away from each charter with more knowledge of the magnificent Florida fishery.

About this listing

Targeted species

Black Drum Black Drum
Permit Permit
Redfish Redfish
Sheepshead Sheepshead

Boat specs

Beavertail (Skiff) originally built in 2022. Powered by a 60HP Suzuki engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 30 knots.

Length
18 ft
Capacity
2 persons

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Spinning
Fly Fishing

Amenities

GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Wireless Trolling Motor

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Live bait is included in the price of the trip. If you would like to use live bait, please let us know after you book your trip.
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
No charge for cleaning your legal catch
Drinks
Water
Fishing License
All fishing licenses are covered. No need to purchase one.
Fly Fishing Equipment

Cancellation policy

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.

Listing policies

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
Kids are allowed. But must wear life jacket if required by Florida law.
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

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

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 11 reviews
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (7)
Half Day with Duke
Expert fish targeting
Nighttime Snook
+4
Angler rating
9
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
82%
Appropriate for children
88%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
89%
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Elliott H.
Mundelein, Illinois
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Half Day with Duke

NEW  Half Day A.M. on March 29, 2024
My 16 y.o. son and I had a great half-day trip with Captain Duke. When we arrived at the boat launch about 15 minutes...
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Alexander C.
Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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Expert fish targeting

VERIFIED   Half Day A.M. on February 21, 2024
Duke was very knowledgeable and fun to hang out with all morning as he helped us chase fish. There were found fish at every...
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Drew P.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Nighttime Snook

VERIFIED   Night time snook and tarpon on October 28, 2023
The trip started out pretty well, as we were able to land five snook in one spot, but then it slowed down as the time passed....
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John E.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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The Duke

VERIFIED   Half Day A.M. on March 9, 2024
….isn’t only reserved for John Wayne… This Duke is a great service to us fisherdudes who appreciate great Americans...
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Tim R.
Maple Heights, OH
Excellent
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Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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1/2 Day with Capt. Duke

Half Day A.M. on August 14, 2023
Weather worked against us, but Capt Duke put me on some trout.  Very knowledgeable captain and familiar with the the waters. ...
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