Just Livin The Dream Charters 1

Just Livin The Dream Charters 1 will give you the chance to explore the waters of Bonita Springs Florida! This is a family-friendly company that prides itself on many repeat customers. Your Captain will introduce you and your friends and family to a variety of fishing grounds, as well as the beautiful nature of Bonita Springs and Fort Myers Beach.

You will be fishing on board the new 24ft x10ft commercial custom built Sightseer pontoon, powered by a 200 HP Mercury engine and a gps trolling motor. The boat is outfitted with navigational electronics, such as a GPS, a fish finder, and a VHF radio, and it also features dual power poles. The vessel can comfortably take up to 6 guests. There is small liquid only a restroom on board.

The crew offers various packages to choose from. You can combine fishing with a sightseeing cruise to enjoy the beautiful nature of Bonita Springs and Fort Myers Beach. On this trip, you will get a chance to see different types of birds, as well as dolphins and Manatees

You’ll be fishing Estero Bay, Mangrove islands,  docks, passes, and bridges Among the rich variety of fish species in Southwest Florida, you may catch Whiting, Spanish Mackerel, Speckled Trout, Snook, Mangrove Snapper, Redfish, Sheepshead, Jack Crevalle, Bluefish, and Black Drum. The crew will do their very best to show you a good time on the water but keepers are not guaranteed.

Your fishing trip will include fishing licenses, rods, reels and live bait. The crew will clean and fillet the fish , fish cleaning is included in the 4 hr trip. There will be a cooler with ice for you, and you’re welcome to bring drinks and snacks, just make sure no trash goes in the water.

If this boat is booked, please check the availability of one of our other boats
Just Livin the Dream Charters 2 or Just Livin the Dream 3

For the health and safety of our guests, captains and crew members, smoking is not permitted onboard. Thank you for understanding.



Trip availability and prices

  • Private trip
    2 hr Sightseeing Dolphin Cruise
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    2 Hour Trip, starts at 9:00 AM
    Seasonal trip May 1 - Aug 31
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $299
    2 hr Sightseeing Dolphin Manatee Cruise up to 6 passengers
    Types of fishing
    River Fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Backcountry Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Jigging
    Popping
    Spinning
    Drift Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Snook
    Snook
    Bluefish
    Bluefish
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Black Drum
    Black Drum
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
    Pompano
    Pompano
    Flounder
    Flounder
    Sheepshead
    Sheepshead
    Speckled Trout
    Speckled Trout
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Fishing Trip (AM)
    In demand! Last booked: 3 days ago
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 9:00 AM
    Price for 2 persons
    US $519
    Head out on the water in the early morning, and fish the calm waters of Estero Bay, the grass flats, Mangrove Islands, docks, bridges, and passes at Fort Myers Beach. You'll be able to target a variety of species, including Sea Trout, Snapper, Pompano, Sheepshead, Redfish, and Snook. Gratuity – if you feel the captain and crew have exceeded your expectations gratuity is typically 20% of your charter cost.
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Fishing Trip (PM)
    In demand! Last booked: 4 days ago
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 2:00 PM
    Price for 2 persons
    US $519
    Fish the calm waters of Estero Bay, the grass flats, Mangrove Islands, docks, bridges, and passes at Fort Myers Beach. You'll target species like Pompano, Seatrout, Snapper, Sheepshead, Redfish, and Snook. If you feel the captain and crew have exceeded your expectations, consider tipping 20% of your charter cost.
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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 293 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Half day fishing charter
Unforgettable day!
Many fish! Drifting and Catching
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Appropriate for children
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Satisfied with the boat
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Caught fish
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Jennifer H.
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Unforgettable day!

VERIFIED   4 Hour Fishing Trip (AM) on August 7, 2024
Captain Christy was amazing! She educated us about saltwater fishing, fish in the area, and the Florida ecosystem in general....
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Scott M.
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Amazing Time

VERIFIED   4 Hour Fishing Trip (AM) on November 27, 2024
Captain Jeff was fantastic.  He knew several spots for us to catch a whole bunch of fish and even see several dolphins along...
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Rick B.
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Half day fishing charter

VERIFIED   4 Hour Fishing Trip (AM) on August 17, 2024
My family had a great fishing trip with livin the dream charters, we caught a lot of fish. We also saw dolphins. Our captain...
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John R.
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Fishing with Jeff

VERIFIED   NEW  4 Hour Fishing Trip (AM) on January 5, 2025
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Brian H.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
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Great family experience!!

VERIFIED   NEW  4 Hour Fishing Trip (AM) on December 22, 2024
Captain and equipment were great. Thanks for a memorable day with our family!!
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FAQs about Just Livin The Dream Charters 1

Just Livin The Dream Charters 1 offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $299 per group - 2 hr Sightseeing Dolphin Cruise (2 hours)
  • US $499 per group, additional US $20 per person after 1 guest - 4 Hour Fishing Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $499 per group, additional US $20 per person after 1 guest - 4 Hour Fishing Trip (PM) (4 hours)

When you book a trip with Just Livin The Dream Charters 1, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet Small liquid only restroom onboard
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Wireless Trolling Motor Also dual power poles

Trips booked with Just Livin The Dream Charters 1 include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait (And cut bait)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Fishing License

Just Livin The Dream Charters 1 offers the following types of fishing:
  • River Fishing
  • Inshore Fishing (Calm waters Estero Bay)
  • Nearshore Fishing (3 miles – weather permitting)
  • Backcountry Fishing

Just Livin The Dream Charters 1 offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Drift Fishing (Drift fishing is available, great for new anglers.)

Top targeted fish species with Just Livin The Dream Charters 1 include:
  • Black Drum
  • Bluefish
  • Flounder
  • Pompano
  • Redfish
  • Sheepshead
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snook
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Speckled Trout

Your operator

Just Livin The Dream Charters
Bonita Springs, Florida, United States
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410 Customer reviews
Response time 1 hour
Member since February 2016
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.
If this boat is not available, check our other 2 listings. Captain Jeff Littlejohn grew up in Jacksonville, Florida. He fell in love with the water at a young age, splitting his summers between Myrtle Beach, SC, and Jacksonville Beach. In 2000, Jeff moved to Fort Myers. His wife, Captain Christy Lee, holds a Master Captain License, is a Native of Fort Myers, shares his passion for fishing, and runs most of the fishing charters on the 24' boat. Captain Jeff has turned his passion into a successful career, often guiding his guests through the beautiful waters of Estero Bay and the Gulf of Mexico.

The fish you can target

Black Drum Black Drum
Bluefish Bluefish
Flounder Flounder
Pompano Pompano

What the boat is like

Boat Image
Boat category
Other
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
24 ft
Year built
2022
Boat manufacturer
Sightseer Fiesta Commercial
Boat type
Pontoon

Engine model
Mercury Seapro commercial engine
Powered by
1 x 200HP
Max cruising speed
20 knots

Which types of fishing are offered

River Fishing
Inshore Fishing
Calm waters Estero Bay
Nearshore Fishing
3 miles – weather permitting
Backcountry Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Drift Fishing
Drift fishing is available, great for new anglers.

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Small liquid only restroom onboard
GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Wireless Trolling Motor
Also dual power poles

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
And cut bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Fishing License

How cancellations work

Deposit non-refundable

If it is unsafe to travel, you may still cancel free of charge or change the date(s) of your booking.

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
Family Friendly, bring the kids
No Smoking
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed
Disabled Accessible
Non electric lightweight chairs

How you can pay

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
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 2.5% charge will apply.

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