Chum Em Up Charters

4.9/5 (128 reviews)

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Laishley Court 120, Punta Gorda, FL 33950, United States–

Chum Em Up Charters

State licensed

4.9/5 (128)

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Laishley Court 120

Punta Gorda, FL, United States

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Trips & prices What's included Targeted species Boat info Reviews Contact captain

Ready to cast a line in Punta Gorda? Then Chum Em Up Charters has a trip with your name on it! Your guide for the day is Captain Michael, giving you access to years of sportfishing experience.

These waters are known for Snook, Speckled Trout, Tarpon, Mangrove Snapper, Sheepshead, Blacktip Shark, Jack Crevalle, Gag Grouper, Cobia, Black Drum, Redfish, and more – with any luck, they’ll make your reel scream.

On the day of your trip you’re likely to bottom fish using light tackle.

You’ll be dropping lines from a 20’ Center console with capacity for 3 passengers. It comes with all the essentials no fishing machine can run without.

Rods, reels, and tackle are covered by the charter, 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! Some fish have special regulations, including when you can keep them. Simply ask and your captain can tell you more.

It’s always wise to bring sunscreen (non-spray), bottled water, and sunglasses. If you’d like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, so long as you avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

Go ahead and treat yourself to a day on the water with Chum Em Up Charters.

Rating

4.9

128 reviews

119

4.7

Boat & equipment

5.0

Captain & crew

4.9

Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (185)

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What anglers say

100%

Great experience

96%

Family friendly

100%

Friendly captain

99%

Good boat

98%

Recommended

98%

Caught fish

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PETER MARINIGH

5.0

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Great morning on the water !

Half Day Trip on February 25, 2026 • 2 adults

Beautiful morning spent with captain Mike on the water. He brought us to many different areas to target different species, taught us different techniques and tried really hard to get the bite on for us. It was a slower day of fishing but we caught 4 different species and came home with dinner ! Great time and hope to be back in years to come.

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Marc Thiery

5.0

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Wonderful Captain 🧑‍✈️

Half day tarpon trip on November 28, 2025 • 2 adults

We had a fantastic day out on the water with Michael! Conditions were a bit tricky with a fresh breeze and very low tide, but he adjusted the trip perfectly and put us right on the fish. We ended up catching plenty, and just as memorable was the great conversation and time spent with him. Michael’s knowledge, adaptability, and easygoing personality made the whole experience enjoyable. Highly recommend his charter if you’re looking for both a successful and fun day of fishing in Punta Gorda!

Response from Captain

November 30, 2025

i really appreciate that i had a blast with you both great conversation and company enjoy the rest of your trip and safe travels home hope to see ya again

Paul Idzik

5.0

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What a great experience!

Half Day Trip on August 8, 2025 • 2 adults

My nephew and I decided on a last minute trip to Florida. We booked this charter last minute and Captain Mike couldn't have been a better choice. He reached out right away and asked what we were looking to catch. I told him that we have never caught a tarpon before. Lo and behold, the first spot he took us to, not only did we catch a tarpon, but multiple! Including a monster 40 lb one. Captain Mike knows his spots and will get you what you are looking for. Could not recommend this enough. If you are in any way hesitant to book this charter, don't be. His knowledge and versatility around the water is incredible. We will be back at any chance we get.

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Response from Captain

August 9, 2025

Thank you so much guys I had a great time super stoked we was able to cross off a bucket list fish can’t wait to do it again it was a pleasure having you guys

Michael Broerman

5.0

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Fish on

Afternoon half on June 29, 2025 • 1 adult • 1 child

This captain mike is a true genuine guy. It's what he loves to do and is very important to him for you to have the best experience. I didn't know when it was a good time of day for good fishing. He called me and said I cant do this switch to this time, if you can. and I'm so glad I did . He didnt just want to take my money and have a bad experience. My son and I were double hooked at every spot. Fish after fish. He is good at keeping you in the right current conditions were the fish are. We fish several spots and when time was up he wasn't worried about it we all were having fun. I saved his number no matter what part of Florida our next trip is we will be calling for another trip. GREAT CAPTIN, GREAT PERSON, ... Mike , Nick and I had one of the funniest experiences with you that we ever had. thanks again from the both of us Mike and nick

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Response from Captain

July 3, 2025

I really appreciate the time you put in for that review means a lot to me I had a great time with you guys and look forward to doing it all again

Richard Blunk

5.0

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Perfect Day!

Half Day Trip on June 15, 2025 • 3 adults

Got to take my 16 year old son who is a fishing nut, and my wife who only goes once a year or less out on Father’s Day 2025. We all had the best time with Captain Michael. He knew just where to go one the water, the personality to make us all feel at home, and was extremely patient and attentive with just the right amount of coaching based on the varying levels of fishing experience in our group. We were going out for snook, mangrove grouper, and spotted trout and caught many of all 3 but also my wife got a 60 plus pound Goliath grouper in a canal! She will never forget it (or let me live it down)! I also lucked into a nice tarpon, a first for me, in the same area. If you want an exciting and fun half day of fishing I would whole heartedly recommend going with Chum Em Up Charters!

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Response from Captain

June 26, 2025

Dude thank you so much it was absolutely amazing that’s definitely a day I won’t forget what an unbelievable fish in the canal definitely hope to see you guys again thank you for everything

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$350 solo person half day fishing

FREE Cancellation 3 days notice

4 Hour Trip

starts at 9:00 AM

US $450

Entire boat: 2 people

US $450

Entire boat: 2 people

Sheephead half day

FREE Cancellation 3 days notice

4 Hour Trip

starts at 9:00 AM

US $400