Playin' Hookey Fishing Charters
4.9/5 (196 reviews)
State licensed
Casey Key Road 317, Nokomis, FL 34275, United States–
Playin' Hookey Fishing Charters
State licensed
4.9/5 (196)
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Angler's Choice
Casey Key Road 317
Nokomis, FL, United States
Playin' Hookey Fishing Charters is located in Nokomis and offers to show you a memorable time in these waters.
Come on aboard with Capt. Peter, whose main priority is to get you on some fish. Expect to use techniques like light tackle, bottom fishing, trolling, and spinning, based on the species you're targeting. Speaking of which, you have the option of 4 to 6-hour trips, where you'll be fishing for the likes of Snapper, King Mackerel, Snook, Barracuda, Redfish, depending on the specific season and the day's weather.
You'll be fishing from a 20' Sea Hunt boat with enough room for up to 4 anglers at any single time. It also includes an ice box.
All rods, reels, and terminal tackle are included in the price so you can focus on what really matters, fishing. Fishing licenses are also included.
You can keep anything you catch, as long as it's legal to do so.
Want to bring the rest of the family along for the ride? Kids are welcome aboard, so you're free to make it a family adventure.
Book your trip now and hit the water with Playin' Hookey Fishing Charters.
Rating
4.9
196 reviews
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4.8
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience
Anglers' gallery (195)
+189
What anglers say
97%
Great experience
91%
Family friendly
99%
Friendly captain
99%
Good boat
97%
Recommended
97%
Caught fish
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Todd Perkins
5.0
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Captain Pete is great!
4 hr Fishing – Gulf offshore on April 1, 2026 • 2 adults • 2 children
We took our 7 and 10 year old on a 4 hour fishing trip with Captain Pete. We started the trip watching a bunch of dolphins play close to shore and later we saw a giant sea turtle. My daughter said that alone made the trip over the top! We caught a ton of fish and Captain Pete was great with our kids. We caught 5 different species including a couple puffer fish which was really cool. Captain Pete fileted out keepers back at the dock and he recommended a restaurant that would cook our catch of the day. 5 star experience!
Reported catch:
0
Jessica Walsh
5.0
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Great first time trip!
4 hr Fishing – Gulf offshore - 1:00 PM on March 13, 2026 • 4 adults
We had a great first trip, unfortunately my son got too motion sick to continue so Captain Pete took the 2 of us back to dock and my husband and daughter went back out. They caught lots of fish and had a great time. Thanks to Capt Pete for graciously taking the time to bring a sick kid back. We would definitely love to do this again and remember Dramamine before hand next time.
Reported catch:
0
Eric Gumina
5.0
Verified
Capt. Pete is a great guy!
4 hr. Inshore fishing on May 17, 2025 • 2 adults
My girlfriend’s father and I took this trip spontaneously just to do something while visiting Englewood! Found “Playing Hookey Charters” through this website and it was the perfect fit for what we wanted.
Pete was an awesome captain/ person, he knew his stuff, knew what to throw to catch what we were looking for and kept us on our toes with what we were doing next.
He has two options between gulf fishing, and or inshore trips. With that said we did the gulf, and will 100% be doing the inshore next time just to try it out.
Highly recommend!!!
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Leah Senese
5.0
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Great Fishing Charter
4 hr Fishing – Gulf offshore on November 5, 2025 • 2 adults
Captain Pete gave us the best fishing charter experience possible! He saw it was windy and suggested we moved our trip to the next day for better weather. He went out of his way to ensure we had the best time by taking us to multiple locations, taking great photos, and helping us catch a HUGE barracuda! We will definitely be doing this fishing charter again! Thank you Pete!
Reported catch:
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James Ullmer
5.0
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Great time had by all!
4 hr Fishing – Gulf offshore on March 26, 2026 • 3 adults
We had a great time with Captain Pete, and pulled in a variety of fish every couple of minutes. He knows the hot spots. Will definitely book again with Captain Pete the next time we are in the area.
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4 hr. Inshore fishing
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
4 Hour Trip
starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Sep 1 - Nov 30
US $400
Entire boat: up to 4 people
US $400
Entire boat: up to 4 people
4hrs for $400. Gulf offshore
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
4 Hour Trip
starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Sep 15 - Nov 25
US $400
Entire boat: up to 4 people
US $400
Entire boat: up to 4 people
4 hr Fishing (PM)-Gulf offshore
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
4 Hour Trip
starts at 1:00 PM
Seasonal trip
Sep 1 - Sep 30
US $400
Entire boat: up to 4 people
US $400
Entire boat: up to 4 people
4 hr Fishing – Gulf offshore
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
4 Hour Trip
starts at 8:00 AM
US $460
Entire boat: up to 4 people
US $460
Entire boat: up to 4 people
4 hr Fishing – Gulf offshore - 1:00 PM
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
4 Hour Trip
starts at 1:00 PM
US $460
Entire boat: up to 4 people
US $460
Entire boat: up to 4 people
5 hr Fishing (AM)- Gulf offshore
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
5 Hour Trip
starts at 7:30 AM
US $530
Entire boat: up to 4 people
US $530
Entire boat: up to 4 people
5 hr Fishing (PM)- Gulf offshore
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
5 Hour Trip
starts at 1:00 PM
Seasonal trip
Mar 1 - Sep 1
US $530
Entire boat: up to 4 people
US $530
Entire boat: up to 4 people
6 hrs Gulf offshore special price.
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
6 Hour Trip
starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Sep 15 - Nov 20
US $550
Entire boat: up to 4 people
US $550
Entire boat: up to 4 people
3/4 Day Trip - Gulf offshore
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
6 Hour Trip
starts at 8:00 AM
US $620
Entire boat: up to 4 people
US $620
Entire boat: up to 4 people
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Rating
4.9
196 reviews
5
180
4
10
3
2
2
0
1
0
4.8
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience
Anglers' gallery (195)
+189
What anglers say
97%
Great experience
91%
Family friendly
99%
Friendly captain
99%
Good boat
97%
Recommended
97%
Caught fish
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Todd Perkins
5.0
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Captain Pete is great!
4 hr Fishing – Gulf offshore on April 1, 2026 • 2 adults • 2 children
We took our 7 and 10 year old on a 4 hour fishing trip with Captain Pete. We started the trip watching a bunch of dolphins play close to shore and later we saw a giant sea turtle. My daughter said that alone made the trip over the top! We caught a ton of fish and Captain Pete was great with our kids. We caught 5 different species including a couple puffer fish which was really cool. Captain Pete fileted out keepers back at the dock and he recommended a restaurant that would cook our catch of the day. 5 star experience!
Reported catch:
0
Jessica Walsh
5.0
Verified
New
Great first time trip!
4 hr Fishing – Gulf offshore - 1:00 PM on March 13, 2026 • 4 adults
We had a great first trip, unfortunately my son got too motion sick to continue so Captain Pete took the 2 of us back to dock and my husband and daughter went back out. They caught lots of fish and had a great time. Thanks to Capt Pete for graciously taking the time to bring a sick kid back. We would definitely love to do this again and remember Dramamine before hand next time.
Reported catch:
0
Eric Gumina
5.0
Verified
Capt. Pete is a great guy!
4 hr. Inshore fishing on May 17, 2025 • 2 adults
My girlfriend’s father and I took this trip spontaneously just to do something while visiting Englewood! Found “Playing Hookey Charters” through this website and it was the perfect fit for what we wanted.
Pete was an awesome captain/ person, he knew his stuff, knew what to throw to catch what we were looking for and kept us on our toes with what we were doing next.
He has two options between gulf fishing, and or inshore trips. With that said we did the gulf, and will 100% be doing the inshore next time just to try it out.
Highly recommend!!!
1
Leah Senese
5.0
Verified
Great Fishing Charter
4 hr Fishing – Gulf offshore on November 5, 2025 • 2 adults
Captain Pete gave us the best fishing charter experience possible! He saw it was windy and suggested we moved our trip to the next day for better weather. He went out of his way to ensure we had the best time by taking us to multiple locations, taking great photos, and helping us catch a HUGE barracuda! We will definitely be doing this fishing charter again! Thank you Pete!
Reported catch:
+2
0
James Ullmer
5.0
Verified
New
Great time had by all!
4 hr Fishing – Gulf offshore on March 26, 2026 • 3 adults
We had a great time with Captain Pete, and pulled in a variety of fish every couple of minutes. He knows the hot spots. Will definitely book again with Captain Pete the next time we are in the area.
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Boat category
Center console boatsCapacity
4 personsBoat length
20 ftYear built
2007Boat manufacturer
Sea HuntBoat type
Center consoleEngine model
YamahaPowered by
1 x 115HPMax cruising speed
30 knots