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Skinny Dipn Charters invites you to experience the stunning waters of Marco Island.

These waters are known for Mangrove Snapper, Snook, Redfish, Spotted Seatrout, Pompano, Jack Crevalle, Sheepshead, Blacktip Shark, Goliath Grouper, and more – with any luck, they’ll make your reel scream.

On these trips, it’s common to spin using light or heavy tackle. Any fish within the legal limit is yours to keep. Capt. Brandon can even clean your catch for you. How’s that for fresh seafood?

You’ll be dropping lines from a 24’ Sea Fox center console with a capacity for 5 passengers. It has everything you need for a productive day on the water. Rods, reels, and tackle are provided, along with lures. Live bait is included, but it’s good to ask about this so you know if you’ll be catching it yourself.

The charter boat covers your fishing license, so you can drive right over and come aboard without any hassle! Be mindful that some species may have special rules or limited seasons. Simply ask and your captain can tell you more.

If you’re traveling with the family, you will be glad to know that kids are welcome aboard! Be sure to ask if child-sized life vests are available, otherwise, you should bring your own. Snacks are never a bad idea so that nobody gets cranky on an empty belly!

Some essentials you’ll want to bring are sunscreen (non-spray), a hat, bottled water, and sunglasses. Drinks will be available for you.

Now and then the fish might get away, but a day on the water never should. Time to make it happen, with Skinny Dipn Charters!



Trip availability and prices

  • Private trip
    3 Hour Trip – Shelling
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    3 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $450
    More of a relaxing take on what Marco Island has to offer. See our scenic waters and beaches firsthand.
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $550
    In these 4 hours we will be fishing in nearshore or inshore locations trying to find the most consistent bite.
    Targeted fish
    Snook
    Snook
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
    Sheepshead
    Sheepshead
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $550
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $750
    A little more time to allow you to customize the targeted species of fish.
    Targeted fish
    Grouper (Goliath)
    Goliath Grouper
    Jack Crevalle
    Jack Crevalle
    Snook
    Snook
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Pompano
    Pompano
    Sheepshead
    Sheepshead
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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 11 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great Time!
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Appropriate for children
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Satisfied with the boat
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Marena R.
Excellent
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Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great afternoon!

VERIFIED   NEW  4 Hour Trip (AM) on January 1, 2025
We had a great time with captain Brandan. He was fun to be around, really knowledgeable and we managed to have a really successful...
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Michael K.
Excellent
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Experience:
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Nice boat and great captain

VERIFIED   NEW  4 Hour Trip (AM) on December 30, 2024
Brandon was very knowledgeable, extremely communicative ahead of our trip, and knew all the good spots.
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Jason B.
Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Great Trip

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip (AM) on July 24, 2024
Caught fish the entire time on the water. Brandon knew exactly where to go.  He was well prepared and exceeded our expectations...
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Matthew L.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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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 Time!

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip (PM) on March 12, 2024
Had a blast with Brandon. Boat was clean, he is very knowledgeable and put us on fish the whole time! Highly recommend you...
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Gary V.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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March fishing trip

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip (AM) on March 25, 2024
Brandon was knowledgeable, personable, and worked hard to find the fish. Will book with him again.
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FAQs about Skinny Dipn Charters

Skinny Dipn Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $450 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - 3 Hour Trip – Shelling (3 hours)
  • US $550 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - 4 Hour Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $550 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - 4 Hour Trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $750 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - 6 Hour Trip (6 hours)

When you book a trip with Skinny Dipn Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with Skinny Dipn Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait (Bait in included in the trip)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Cleaning your catch is included in the trip. )
  • Drinks (Bottle water is provided on the boat. You are more then welcome to bring any of your own drinks as well. )
  • Fishing License (Fishing licenses are included with the trip. )

Skinny Dipn Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing (Trips are mainly backwater. Licensing does allow us to travel up to 9 miles offshore if conditions allow it. )
  • Backcountry Fishing

Skinny Dipn Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Spinning

Top targeted fish species with Skinny Dipn Charters include:
  • Grouper (Goliath)
  • Jack Crevalle
  • Pompano
  • Redfish
  • Shark (Blacktip)
  • Sheepshead
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snook
  • Spotted Seatrout

Your captain

Brandon Spina
Goodland, Florida, United States
11 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since March 2023
Capt. Brandon runs trips out of Marco Island aboard a 24’ Sea Fox. These waters are known for Snook and Redfish and he will show you how to catch them, using the spinning technique. With great knowledge of the area, he has a trick or two up his sleeve, and the only way to learn is to join him out on the water!

The fish you can target

Grouper (Goliath) Goliath Grouper
Jack Crevalle Jack Crevalle
Pompano Pompano
Redfish Redfish

What the boat is like

Boat Image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
24 ft
Year built
2002
Boat manufacturer
Sea Fox
Boat type
Center console

Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
1 x 200HP

Which types of fishing are offered

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Trips are mainly backwater. Licensing does allow us to travel up to 9 miles offshore if conditions allow it.
Backcountry Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Spinning

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Ice Box

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Bait in included in the trip
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Cleaning your catch is included in the trip.
Drinks
Bottle water is provided on the boat. You are more then welcome to bring any of your own drinks as well.
Fishing License
Fishing licenses are included with the trip.

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.

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
Ages that are fit for these trips are usually 3 years of age and older.
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

How you can pay

Book with 30% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 30% 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
Checks

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