Playin' Hookey Fishing Charters

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, Grouper, 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.



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (AM) - Gulf of Mexico
    In demand! Last booked: 4 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    US $450
    Offshore fishing in the Gulf of Mexico, up to 9 Miles. Snapper, Grunts, Porgy, Spanish, and King Mackerel. Lots of fishing action!
    Targeted fish
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Grouper (Gag)
    Gag Grouper
    Grouper (Red)
    Red Grouper
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
    Scup (Porgy)
    Scup (Porgy)
    Snapper (Lane)
    Lane Snapper
    Grunt
    Grunt
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (PM) - Gulf of Mexico
    In demand! Last booked: 3 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    US $450
    Offshore fishing in the Gulf of Mexico, up to 9 Miles. Snapper, Grunts, Porgy, Spanish, and King Mackerel. Lots of fishing action!
    Targeted fish
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Grouper (Gag)
    Gag Grouper
    Grouper (Red)
    Red Grouper
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
    Scup (Porgy)
    Scup (Porgy)
    Snapper (Lane)
    Lane Snapper
  • Private trip
    3/4 Day Trip - Gulf of Mexico
    In demand! Last booked: 3 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    US $600
    Offshore fishing in the Gulf of Mexico, up to 9 Miles. Snapper, Grunts, Porgy, Spanish, and King Mackerel. Lots of fishing action!
    Targeted fish
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Grouper (Gag)
    Gag Grouper
    Grouper (Red)
    Red Grouper
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
    Scup (Porgy)
    Scup (Porgy)
    Snapper (Lane)
    Lane Snapper
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FAQs about Playin' Hookey Fishing Charters

Playin' Hookey Fishing Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $450 per group - Half Day Trip (AM) - Gulf of Mexico (4 hours)
  • US $450 per group - Half Day Trip (PM) - Gulf of Mexico (4 hours)
  • US $600 per group - 3/4 Day Trip - Gulf of Mexico (6 hours)

When you book a trip with Playin' Hookey Fishing Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with Playin' Hookey Fishing Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait (I provide any live bait available that day. )
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Fileting the fish is included in the price of the trip.)
  • Fishing License (I have a license that covers my clients.)

Playin' Hookey Fishing Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing (I do not go beyond 10 miles)
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing
  • Flats Fishing

Playin' Hookey Fishing Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Playin' Hookey Fishing Charters include:
  • Barracuda (Great)
  • Flounder
  • Grouper (Gag)
  • Grouper (Red)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Redfish
  • Scup (Porgy)
  • Sheepshead
  • Snapper (Lane)
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snook
  • Spanish Mackerel

Meet the Captain

Peter Koenig
Nokomis, Florida, United States
ID & license verified
75 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since December 2022
Angler's Choice
The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.
I have always had a love for fishing. I enjoy sharing my passion with others. Teaching people how to fish and watching the joy it brings makes my day. I've been fishing these waters for over 25 years. My best fishing buddies are my wife and kids.

About this listing

Targeted species

Barracuda (Great) Great Barracuda
Flounder Flounder
Grouper (Gag) Gag Grouper
Grouper (Red) Red Grouper

Boat specs

Sea Hunt (Center console) originally built in 2007. Powered by a 115HP Yamaha engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 30 knots.

Length
20 ft
Capacity
4 persons

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
I do not go beyond 10 miles
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing
Flats Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Deep Sea Fishing

Amenities

GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Ice Box

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
I provide any live bait available that day.
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Fileting the fish is included in the price of the trip.
Fishing License
I have a license that covers my clients.

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
I welcome kids on all trips. I do find kids under 5 years old get restless after about 3 hours.
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

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
PayPal

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 74 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (57)
Teenagers had an excellent time.
Husband's Birthday gift
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Angler rating
67
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
96%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
97%
Appropriate for children
88%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
91%
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Lauren K.

The captain canceled

VERIFIED   NEW  March 31, 2024
The charter operator canceled 2 days prior to the trip date. This is an automated posting.
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Chad S.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great time

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) - Gulf of Mexico on January 5, 2024
Our trip with Capt Peter was great. We took an afternoon half day trip and before the trip the Capt kept us up to date on weather...
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Michael L.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fishing trip in July

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) - Gulf of Mexico on July 5, 2023
Michael L. recommends Playin' Hookey Fishing Charters
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Jason K.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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What a Thrill

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip (PM) - Gulf of Mexico on March 13, 2024
My son and I had a great time on the water with Captain Pete.  We caught a lot of fish, highlighted by a king mackerel. ...
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Brandon W.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great experience with Captain Pete

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip (AM) - Gulf of Mexico on March 12, 2024
We had a really fun time on the water with Captain Pete. The conditions were nearly perfect and we caught plenty of fish to...
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