Tarpon Tamer Fishing Charters 

4.8
(114 reviews)
 
Federally permitted
 Danford Street 1575, Naples, FL 34112, United States–

Tarpon Tamer Fishing Charters 

Naples, FL, United States
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24 ft
6
4.8
(114 reviews)

Explore the waters of Naples, Florida with Tarpon Tamer Fishing Charters! Come and spend the day with Captain Phil Haley and first mate Tim Daniels, who will make sure your fishing dreams come true. Captain Phillip Haley has over 20 years of experience guiding fishing charters in Collier County, and the Southwest Florida coast from the Florida Keys to Boca Grande.

Their 24' Avenger bay boat, is powered by a 300 HP Suzuki engine, ensuring to get you out to the fish fast. With plenty of deck space and a T-top for shade, it comfortably seats up to 6 people. Children and pets are always welcome aboard. The boat also comes equipped with GPS, fishfinder, VHF radio, fighting chair, and live bait tank.

The crew can take you fishing offshore on the Gulf of Mexico, as well as on backwater fishing adventures in Naples Bay, Ten Thousand Islands, or to the Everglades National Park. Whether you are a beginner or pro angler, this crew is full of experience and you'll love to spend the day fishing with!

When heading offshore, you will be chasing species such as Grouper, Snapper, Cobia, Permit, Kingfish, Barracuda, and Goliath Grouper on the wrecks. In the backwaters, you will be looking to tackle Tarpon, Snook, Trout, Pompano, Tripletail, Sharks, and more.

Trips include all fishing equipment, bait, lures, fishing licenses, as well as cleaning and bagging of your fish at the end of the trip.

Join Tarpon Tamer Fishing Charters and have an amazing fishing adventure on the waters of Naples!

Explore the waters of Naples, Florida with Tarpon Tamer Fishing Charters! Come and spend the day with Captain Phil Haley and first mate Tim Daniels, who will make sure your fishing dreams come true. Captain Phillip Haley has over 20 years of experience guiding fishing charters in Collier County, and the Southwest Florida coast from the Florida Keys to Boca Grande.

Their 24' Avenger bay boat, is powered by a 300 HP Suzuki engine, ensuring to get you out to the fish fast. With plenty of deck space and a T-top for shade, it comfortably seats up to 6 people. Children and pets are always welcome aboard. The boat also comes equipped with GPS, fishfinder, VHF radio, fighting chair, and live bait tank.

The crew can take you fishing offshore on the Gulf of Mexico, as well as on backwater fishing adventures in Naples Bay, Ten Thousand Islands, or to the Everglades National Park. Whether you are a beginner or pro angler, this crew is full of experience and you'll love to spend the day fishing with!

When heading offshore, you will be chasing species such as Grouper, Snapper, Cobia, Permit, Kingfish, Barracuda, and Goliath Grouper on the wrecks. In the backwaters, you will be looking to tackle Tarpon, Snook, Trout, Pompano, Tripletail, Sharks, and more.

Trips include all fishing equipment, bait, lures, fishing licenses, as well as cleaning and bagging of your fish at the end of the trip.

Join Tarpon Tamer Fishing Charters and have an amazing fishing adventure on the waters of Naples!

Phillip Haley
Captain
Phillip Haley
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Half Day Trip (AM) – Backwater
In high demand Last booked: 6 days ago
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 7:30 AM
US $700
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Half Day Trip (AM) – Offshore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 7:30 AM
US $700
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Half Day Trip (PM) – Backwater
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 1:00 PM
US $700
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Half Day Trip (PM) – Offshore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 1:00 PM
US $700
Entire boat: up to 4 people
3/4 Day Trip – Backwater
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 7:30 AM
US $900
Entire boat: up to 4 people
3/4 Day Trip – Offshore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 7:30 AM
US $900
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Full Day Trip – Backwater
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:30 AM
US $1,200
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Full Day Trip – Offshore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:30 AM
US $1,200
Entire boat: up to 4 people

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Rating

4.8
114 reviews
4.8
Boat & equipment
4.8
Captain & crew
4.7
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (108)

What anglers say

95%
Great experience
93%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
89%
Recommended
84%
Caught fish

Reviews (114)

  • Michael Mccarthy
    Michael Mccarthy
    us
    Massachusetts, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    great day fishing

    3/4 Day Trip – Offshore on July 6, 2026 • 4 adults

    Capt. Phil helped is catch a bunch of fish including Grouper and Barracuda. He was great with the kids and such a pleasure to hang out with while fishing. We all enjoyed our time on the water. The trip is good for anyone who wants to catch large fish off shore. The boat was stocked with lots of cold water and had a cooler for food which was nice to have on a hot day. Definitely recommend this boat and crew.

  • Elba M. Mendez
    Elba M. Mendez
    Repeat angler
    us
    Florida, US
    Member since 2026
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    What's better than a slot? An over slot!

    Full Day Trip – Backwater on October 11, 2026 • 3 adults • 1 child

    Our second trip with Tarpon Tamer, and they put us on fish again! Captain Haley and Tim had to grind this morning but was able to get us on big Red's and snook, and made sure to get us on a number of snapper to bring home. As always they were great with our son. Cannot overemphasize how much fun we have fish hunting with these pros.

  • Elba M. Mendez
    Elba M. Mendez
    Repeat angler
    us
    Florida, US
    Member since 2026
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Everytime I turned around, my wife was hooking up

    Full Day Trip – Backwater on September 13, 2026 • 3 adults • 1 child

    We fish locally and found Captain Phil and First Mate Tim were off the charts fun. We caught a lot of fish and they put us on a lot of sea monsters that were perhaps too big to muscle in. If anyone thinks they could do better, sign up for this trip!!!

  • Kevin Kegley
    Kevin Kegley
    Repeat angler
    us
    Nevada, US
    Member since 2023
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    had a great time Goliath Grouper caught

    Half Day Trip (AM) – Backwater on July 29, 2026 • 4 adults

    My family had a great time with Captain Phil. My boys competed with who caught the biggest. they said a tie but i think the Goliath Grouper was the biggest.

  • Tom Kopp
    Tom Kopp
    Repeat angler
    us
    Illinois, US
    Member since 2022
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Knowledgable Captain!

    Half Day Trip (PM) – Offshore on December 12, 2025 • 3 adults

    Captain Phil and his First Mate Timmy we’re a easurd to fish with. They knew how to get fish and they knew when to change up tactics if the fish stopped biting. We had a great time and will definitely go with Captain Phill again!

  • Heather Hepler
    Heather Hepler
    us
    Virginia, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Fabulous

    Half Day Trip (AM) – Offshore on February 27, 2026 • 3 adults

    We had such a great fishing trip. I went with my two boys and we all caught fish. The captain and his partner were to kind and helpful. He even loaned me his jacket when I was cold. Would highly recommend!

  • Nancy Harkins
    Nancy Harkins
    us
    Pennsylvania, US
    Member since 2021
    5.0
    Verified

    Best fishing excursion!

    Half Day Trip (PM) – Backwater on December 27, 2025 • 6 adults

    Captain Phil took us on an amazing family fishing trip. We caught so many fish thanks to his lifelong knowledge of fishing in Florida. My entire family was still talking about the trip weeks later !!

  • Jonathan Schoen
    Jonathan Schoen
    us
    Missouri, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Fishing with Phillip

    Half Day Trip (AM) – Offshore on August 9, 2026 • 4 adults
  • William Lamont
    William Lamont
    Repeat angler
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2023
    5 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    caught a ton

    3/4 Day Trip – Offshore on February 25, 2026 • 1 adult

    no big fish this time but caught almost 20 snapper overall a great experience

  • Justin Creasey
    Justin Creasey
    Repeat angler
    us
    Illinois, US
    Member since 2022
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Trip

    Half Day Trip (PM) – Offshore on December 29, 2025 • 4 adults • 2 children

    captian Phil and Tim are great guys and know their stuff. caught sevel large barracuda.

FAQs about Tarpon Tamer Fishing Charters

Tarpon Tamer Fishing Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $700 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - Half Day Trip (AM) – Backwater (4 hours)
  • US $700 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - Half Day Trip (AM) – Offshore (4 hours)
  • US $700 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - Half Day Trip (PM) – Backwater (4 hours)
  • US $700 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - Half Day Trip (PM) – Offshore (4 hours)
  • US $900 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - 3/4 Day Trip – Backwater (6 hours)
  • US $900 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - 3/4 Day Trip – Offshore (6 hours)
  • US $1,200 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - Full Day Trip – Backwater (8 hours)
  • US $1,200 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - Full Day Trip – Offshore (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Tarpon Tamer Fishing Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Fighting chair
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Flybridge
  • Live bait well
  • Wireless trolling motor
  • Ice box
  • Radio
  • Sonar
Trips booked with Tarpon Tamer Fishing Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (We catch live bait on the trip!)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • First mate
  • Fishing license
Tarpon Tamer Fishing Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing (Up to 30 miles)
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
  • Backcountry fishing
Tarpon Tamer Fishing Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Tarpon Tamer Fishing Charters include:
  • Barracuda (Great)
  • Cobia
  • Grouper (Goliath)
  • Jack Crevalle
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Permit
  • Pompano
  • Shark (Bull)
  • Shark (Hammerhead)
  • Snook
  • Tarpon
  • Tripletail

Your captain

Phillip Haley
Phillip Haley
Naples, Florida, United States
1 Fishing Report
ID & license verified
139 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since February 2016
Captain Phil Haley was born and raised in Southwest Florida, and has been fishing the Collier County local waters for over 25 years. He is a licensed USCG Captain, and founded Tarpon Tamer Fishing Charters in 1996. Capt. Phil offers exciting offshore and backwater fishing excursions for all guests, mo matter if you are a group of friends or a family, fishing for the first time or a serious angler.
Phillip Haley
Phillip Haley
Fully verified
1
reports
139
reviews
2016
member since
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response
Captain Phil Haley was born and raised in Southwest Florida, and has been fishing the Collier County local waters for over 25 years. He is a licensed USCG Captain, and founded Tarpon Tamer Fishing Charters in 1996. Capt. Phil offers exciting offshore and backwater fishing excursions for all guests, mo matter if you are a group of friends or a family, fishing for the first time or a serious angler.

The fish you can target

Great Barracuda
Great Barracuda
Cobia
Cobia
Goliath Grouper
Goliath Grouper
Jack Crevalle
Jack Crevalle
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Permit
Permit
Pompano
Pompano
Bull Shark
Bull Shark
Hammerhead Shark
Hammerhead Shark
Snook
Snook
Tarpon
Tarpon
Tripletail
Tripletail
Great Barracuda
Great Barracuda
Cobia
Cobia
Goliath Grouper
Goliath Grouper
Jack Crevalle
Jack Crevalle
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)

Real catches by this captain

  • Angler proudly holds a large snook aboard a fishing boat in a calm mangrove-lined waterway, with another passenger visible behind.
    Elba M. M.
    Elba M. M.
    Our second trip with Tarpon Tamer, and they put us on fish again! Captain Haley and Tim had to grind this morning but was able to get us on big Red's and snook, and made sure to get us on a number of snapper to bring home. As always they were great with our son. Cannot overemphasize how much fun we have fish hunting with these pros.
  • A young angler joyfully displays a large Grouper while fishing with family in a scenic waterway.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Goliath Grouper
    Elba M. M.
    Elba M. M.
    We fish locally and found Captain Phil and First Mate Tim were off the charts fun. We caught a lot of fish and they put us on a lot of sea monsters that were perhaps too big to muscle in. If anyone thinks they could do better, sign up for this trip!!!
  • Group of adult anglers posing on a center-console boat while displaying a large silver barracuda-like fish offshore.
    Fish 1
    Great Barracuda
    Jonathan S.
    Jonathan S.
  • A young angler proudly displaying a large Grouper while fishing in a mangrove area, showcasing a fun family outing.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Goliath Grouper
    Kevin K.
    Kevin K.
    My family had a great time with Captain Phil. My boys competed with who caught the biggest. they said a tie but i think the Goliath Grouper was the biggest.
  • A young angler proudly displaying a large Barracuda while fishing on a charter boat, accompanied by an adult.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Great Barracuda
    Michael M.
    Michael M.
    Capt. Phil helped is catch a bunch of fish including Grouper and Barracuda. He was great with the kids and such a pleasure to hang out with while fishing. We all enjoyed our time on the water. The trip is good for anyone who wants to catch large fish off shore. The boat was stocked with lots of cold water and had a cooler for food which was nice to have on a hot day. Definitely recommend this boat and crew.
  • Two young anglers proudly displaying their catches, a Grouper and a Catfish, while enjoying a sunny day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Gag Grouper
    Heather H.
    Heather H.
    We had such a great fishing trip. I went with my two boys and we all caught fish. The captain and his partner were to kind and helpful. He even loaned me his jacket when I was cold. Would highly recommend!
  • A proud angler displaying a freshly caught Snapper, showcasing the vibrant colors and details of the fish.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Cubera Snapper
    William L.
    William L.
    no big fish this time but caught almost 20 snapper overall a great experience
  • A young angler proudly displaying a large Redfish while fishing on a boat in a scenic waterway.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +2
    Redfish
    Adam S.
    Adam S.
    Personable captain and mate!
  • A young angler proudly displaying a large fish while fishing with family on a boat in open waters.
    Fish 1
    Great Barracuda
    Justin C.
    Justin C.
    captian Phil and Tim are great guys and know their stuff. caught sevel large barracuda.
  • A young angler proudly displaying a large Barracuda while fishing on a boat in clear waters.
    Fish 1
    Great Barracuda
    Nancy H.
    Nancy H.
    Captain Phil took us on an amazing family fishing trip. We caught so many fish thanks to his lifelong knowledge of fishing in Florida. My entire family was still talking about the trip weeks later !!

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
24 ft
Year built
2000
Restored in
2020
Boat manufacturer
Avenger
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
1 x 300HP
Max cruising speed
50 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Fighting chair
GPS
Fishfinder
Flybridge
Live bait well
Wireless trolling motor
Ice box
Radio
Sonar
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
We catch live bait on the trip!
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
First mate
Fishing license

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.
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What the listing policies are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child friendly
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed
Disabled accessible

How you can pay

Pay online in full
Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.
No additional fees.
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
 Checks

What’s biting in Naples right now

Barracuda (Great)Barracuda (Great)
CobiaCobia
Grouper (Goliath)Grouper (Goliath)
Jack CrevalleJack Crevalle
King Mackerel (Kingfish)King Mackerel (Kingfish)
PermitPermit
PompanoPompano
Shark (Bull)Shark (Bull)
Shark (Hammerhead)Shark (Hammerhead)
SnookSnook
TarponTarpon
TripletailTripletail

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