If you’re ready to enjoy fishing in Placida, look no further than Through The Guides. Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain John Perry knows them forwards and back.

Fishing around here will often see you targeting Amberjack, Barracuda, Cobia, Black Grouper, Goliath Grouper, Gag Grouper, Scamp Grouper, Red Grouper, King Mackerel (Kingfish), Lane Snapper, Bluefin Tuna, Red Snapper, and more with any luck. You can expect to do some spinning, trolling, drifting, jigging, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area.

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. Also, remember to bring snacks so that nobody gets grumpy on an empty belly!

Capt. John Perry welcomes you aboard a 26’ Hydra Sport center console with room for 6 passengers. It comes with all the essentials. You’ll find rods, reels, and tackle waiting for you. Live bait is included, but it’s good to ask about this so you know if you’ll be catching it yourself.

There’s no need to buy a fishing license, just show up ready for a good time! Some fish have special regulations, including when you can keep them. If you don’t know what to expect, ask the captain. It’s recommended to bring bottled water, sunscreen (non-spray), and sunglasses. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just be sure to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

Go ahead and treat yourself to a day on the water with Through the Guides.



Trip availability and prices

  • Private trip
    Nearshore,reef,wreck and ledge
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:30 AM
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $700
    Fishing nearshore wrecks and reefs.
    Targeted fish
    Barracuda (Great)
    Great Barracuda
    Amberjack
    Amberjack
    Grouper (Goliath)
    Goliath Grouper
    Jack Crevalle
    Jack Crevalle
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Grouper (Red)
    Red Grouper
    Bonito
    Bonito
    Shark (Bull)
    Bull Shark
    Snapper (Vermilion)
    Vermilion Snapper
    Tigerfish
    Tigerfish
    Snapper (Lane)
    Lane Snapper
    Grunt
    Grunt
  • Private trip
    5 hour nearshore
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $1,000
    Reef and wreck fishing
    Targeted fish
    Barracuda (Great)
    Great Barracuda
    Amberjack
    Amberjack
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Grouper (Gag)
    Gag Grouper
    Grouper (Red)
    Red Grouper
    Shark (Bull)
    Bull Shark
    Snapper (Lane)
    Lane Snapper
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $1,200
    Nearshore fishing for Cobia, Kingfish, Sharks and Snapper
    Types of fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Reef Fishing
    Wreck Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Trolling
    Targeted fish
    Cobia
    Cobia
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Barracuda (Pacific)
    Pacific Barracuda
    Snapper (Lane)
    Lane Snapper
  • Private trip
    8 hour
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $1,450
    Grouper, snapper, amber jacks, sharks, cobia
    Targeted fish
    Barracuda (Great)
    Great Barracuda
    Amberjack
    Amberjack
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Grouper (Red)
    Red Grouper
    Jack (Almaco)
    Almaco Jack
    Tuna (Blackfin)
    Blackfin Tuna
    Shark (Bull)
    Bull Shark
    Snapper (Lane)
    Lane Snapper
  • Private trip
    9 hour
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    9 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $1,600
    Grouper, snapper, shark, african pompano Cobia kingfish.
    Targeted fish
    Barracuda (Great)
    Great Barracuda
    Amberjack
    Amberjack
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Grouper (Gag)
    Gag Grouper
    Grouper (Red)
    Red Grouper
    Snapper (Yellowtail)
    Yellowtail Snapper
    Shark (Bull)
    Bull Shark
    Snapper (Vermilion)
    Vermilion Snapper
    Tigerfish
    Tigerfish
    Snapper (Lane)
    Lane Snapper
  • Private trip
    10 hour 60 plus miles
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    10 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $1,800
    Groupe, snapper, cobia, paligic fish
    Targeted fish
    Barracuda (Great)
    Great Barracuda
    Amberjack
    Amberjack
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Snapper (Red)
    Red Snapper
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Grouper (Gag)
    Gag Grouper
    Grouper (Red)
    Red Grouper
    Snapper (Mutton)
    Mutton Snapper
    Tuna (Blackfin)
    Blackfin Tuna
    Grouper (Scamp)
    Scamp Grouper
    Snapper (Lane)
    Lane Snapper
  • Private trip
    American red snapper
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    10 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Aug 1
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $2,000
    American red snapper Cobia Gag grouper Mahi Blackfin tuna red grouper yellowtail snapper
    Targeted fish
    Snapper (Red)
    Red Snapper
  • Private trip
    Pully ridge deep drop trip
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    16 Hour Trip, starts at 4:00 AM
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $4,800
    The ultimate fishing adventure at pully ridge. Pully ridge offers the catch of a lifetime. Targeting grouper, snapper, tilefish, mahi and more. This trip is not for the beginner angler. Will be left with memories of a lifetimes. 130 plus miles.
    Targeted fish
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
    Grouper (Black)
    Black Grouper
    Grouper (Gag)
    Gag Grouper
    Tuna (Blackfin)
    Blackfin Tuna
    Grouper (Scamp)
    Scamp Grouper
    Grouper (Snowy)
    Snowy Grouper
    Queen Snapper (Caribbean)
    Caribbean Queen Snapper
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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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60 plus miles trip
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2 days of snapper fishing
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Matt S.
Sarasota, Florida
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great captain and charter

8 hour on July 14, 2023
Had a great fishing/charter with captain John.  He obviously knows the area very well because every spot we went to we caught...
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Trevor M.
Port Charlotte, Florida
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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60 plus miles trip

10 hour 60 plus miles on October 20, 2023
Overall experience was awesome. Capt John kept us all in the loop with weather updates before trip. Boat has top of the line...
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Venice, FL
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fishing with John

8 hour on June 9, 2023
Captain John Perry is a very knowledgeable captain and took his time showing us the ropes and needless to say we were very...
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David B.
Sarasota, Florida
Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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2 days of snapper fishing

10 hour 60 plus miles on June 22, 2023
Had a blast with capt. John and learned a lot about the techniques used to make snapper for dinner. Highly recommend bringing...
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FAQs about Through The Guides

Through The Guides offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $700 per group - Nearshore,reef,wreck and ledge (4 hours)
  • US $1,000 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - 5 hour nearshore (5 hours)
  • US $1,200 per group - 6 Hour Trip (AM) (6 hours)
  • US $1,450 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - 8 hour (8 hours)
  • US $1,600 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - 9 hour (9 hours)
  • US $1,800 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - 10 hour 60 plus miles (10 hours)
  • US $2,000 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - American red snapper (10 hours)
  • US $4,800 per group - Pully ridge deep drop trip (16 hours)

When you book a trip with Through The Guides, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Ice Box
  • Radar

Trips booked with Through The Guides include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait (When live bait is available it will be netted. Shrimp is purchased and paid for with the charter price.)
  • Fishing License (Fishing license are covered when fishing with Capt. John. They are in closed in the price of the charter. )

Through The Guides offers the following types of fishing:
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing (The distance offshore depends on the trip that is booked.)
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing

Through The Guides offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Drift Fishing
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Through The Guides include:
  • Amberjack
  • Barracuda (Great)
  • Cobia
  • Grouper (Black)
  • Grouper (Gag)
  • Grouper (Goliath)
  • Grouper (Red)
  • Grouper (Scamp)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Snapper (Lane)
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Tuna (Blackfin)

Your captain

John Perry
Placida, Florida, United States
9 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
4 Customer reviews
Response time 2 hours
Member since November 2023
As a fishing charter captain, I take pride in my knowledge and expertise in all aspects of fishing. My years of experience have taught me that patience, persistence, and a willingness to adapt to changing conditions are the keys to success. I'm constantly learning and tweaking my approach to stay ahead of the game, and my clients can count on me to share my knowledge and experience to make sure they have a great day on the water.

The fish you can target

Amberjack Amberjack
Barracuda (Great) Great Barracuda
Cobia Cobia
Grouper (Black) Black Grouper

What the boat is like

Boat Image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
28 ft
Year built
1990
Boat manufacturer
Hydra Sport
Boat type
Center console

Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
2 x 175HP
Max cruising speed
32 knots

Which types of fishing are offered

Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
The distance offshore depends on the trip that is booked.
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

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

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Ice Box
Radar

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
When live bait is available it will be netted. Shrimp is purchased and paid for with the charter price.
Fishing License
Fishing license are covered when fishing with Capt. John. They are in closed in the price of the charter.

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 included in price
Transfer from hotels or jetties in Placida to departure site is available and included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
Kids of all ages are welcome on board. Life jackets are provided.
You Keep Catch

How you can pay

Book with 25% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 25% 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
Checks
Bank Transfer
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 1.5% charge will apply.

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