Through The Guides 

4.9
(12 reviews)
 
Federally permitted
 Winson Avenue 210, Englewood, FL 34223, United States

Through The Guides 

Englewood, FL, United States
34 ft
6
4.9
(12 reviews)

If you're ready to enjoy fishing in Placida, Englewood or Boca Grand 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 34 sea craft 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.

If you're ready to enjoy fishing in Placida, Englewood or Boca Grand 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 34 sea craft 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.

John Perry
Captain
John Perry
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Trip availability and prices

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September 2026
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4 hour reef wreck and ledge
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Barracuda (Great)
Amberjack
Cobia
Grouper (Goliath)
+8
US $1,000
Entire boat: up to 6 people
5 hour nearshore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Barracuda (Great)
Amberjack
Cobia
Snapper (Mangrove)
+4
US $1,500
Entire boat: up to 4 people
6 Hour Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Cobia
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Barracuda (Pacific)
Snapper (Lane)
US $1,800
Entire boat: up to 6 people
8 hour
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Barracuda (Great)
Amberjack
Cobia
Grouper (Red)
+4
US $2,400
Entire boat: up to 6 people
American red snapper trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Barracuda (Great)
Amberjack
Cobia
Grouper (Goliath)
+8
US $2,600
Entire boat: up to 6 people
10 hour 60 plus miles
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
10 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Barracuda (Great)
Amberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
+8
US $2,800
Entire boat: up to 6 people
100 plus mile American red snapper
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
12 hour trip multiple starting times (4:00 AM, 6:00 AM, 7:00 AM)
Barracuda (Great)
Amberjack
Cobia
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
+7
US $3,400
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Pully ridge deep drop trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
16 hour trip starts at 4:00 AM
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Wahoo
Grouper (Black)
Grouper (Gag)
+4
US $4,800
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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Rating

4.9
12 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

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Harold Tinsley
Harold Tinsley
Repeat angler
us
Indiana, US
Member since 2021
4 trips
5.0
Verified
Very experienced and determined to catch fish!
4 hour reef wreck and ledge on March 24, 20262 adults

Nothing but good things to say. I have been on numerous charter boats in every body of water that holds fish. you never know exactly what to expect when you get on board. Book this trip. you will be glad you did!

John Perry
Response from Captain

Thank you. Hope to see and your son next time.

Justin Watson
Justin Watson
us
Florida, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Kids had a great time.
4 hour reef wreck and ledge on April 6, 20262 adults3 children

Captain John made sure the kids had fun and caught fish. He also made sure we had dinner. We will come back again. Thanks

John Perry
Response from Captain

Awesome kids. Great to see them on the water.

Cody Allers
Cody Allers
Repeat angler
us
Florida, US
Member since 2021
2 trips
4.7
Verified
Fun fishing
4 hour reef wreck and ledge on April 4, 20266 adults

John was great fun, put on lots on fish. Worth the money for sure. Didnt get the fish I was looking for but we got plenty for the fish fry.

Reported catch:
Sheepshead
Grunt
Lane Snapper
Jeremy Hammons
Jeremy Hammons
us
Kentucky, US
Member since 2021
5.0
Verified
Fishing with John
4 hour reef wreck and ledge on June 24, 20266 adults

Reported catch:
Grunt
Gag Grouper
Cobia
Red Grouper
+1
Tom V
Tom V
us
Pennsylvania, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Great time and great captain
4 hour reef wreck and ledge on April 19, 20266 adults

FAQs about Through The Guides

Through The Guides offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $1,000 per group - 4 hour reef wreck and ledge (4 hours)
  • US $1,500 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - 5 hour nearshore (5 hours)
  • US $1,800 per group - 6 Hour Trip (AM) (6 hours)
  • US $2,400 per group - 8 hour (8 hours)
  • US $2,600 per group - American red snapper trip (8 hours)
  • US $2,800 per group - 10 hour 60 plus miles (10 hours)
  • US $3,400 per group - 100 plus mile American red snapper (12 hours)
  • US $3,400 per group - 100 plus mile American red snapper - 6:00 AM (12 hours)
  • US $3,400 per group - 100 plus mile American red snapper - 7:00 AM (12 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
  • Wireless trolling motor
  • Outriggers
  • 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.)
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (All cleaning and bagging of fish is included with the cost. )
  • First mate (My first mate is another exceptional charter captain that I work with. 20 percent is a customary tip for mate. )
  • 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
John Perry

Englewood, Florida, United States

13 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
12 Customer reviews
Typical response within 1 hour
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.

John Perry
John Perry
Fully verified
13
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12
reviews
2023
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response
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
Great Barracuda
Great Barracuda
Cobia
Cobia
Black Grouper
Black Grouper
Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper
Goliath Grouper
Goliath Grouper
Red Grouper
Red Grouper
Scamp Grouper
Scamp Grouper
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Lane Snapper
Lane Snapper
Red Snapper
Red Snapper
Blackfin Tuna
Blackfin Tuna
Amberjack
Amberjack
Great Barracuda
Great Barracuda
Cobia
Cobia
Black Grouper
Black Grouper
Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper

Real catches by this captain

  • Kids had a great time.
    Justin W.
    Justin W.

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
34 ft
Year built
2005
Restored in
2024
Boat manufacturer
Sea craft master angler
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Mercury
Powered by
2 x 300HP
Max cruising speed
55 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

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
Wireless trolling motor
Outriggers
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.
Catch cleaning & filleting
All cleaning and bagging of fish is included with the cost.
First mate
My first mate is another exceptional charter captain that I work with. 20 percent is a customary tip for mate.
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.

More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup included in price
Transfer from hotels or jetties in Englewood 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 15% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 15% 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.

What’s biting in Englewood right now

AmberjackAmberjack
Barracuda (Great)Barracuda (Great)
CobiaCobia
Grouper (Black)Grouper (Black)
Grouper (Gag)Grouper (Gag)
Grouper (Goliath)Grouper (Goliath)
Grouper (Red)Grouper (Red)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)King Mackerel (Kingfish)

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