Dovetail Charters 

5.0/5 (1 review)
 1290 Stokes Lane, Chokoloskee, FL 34141, United States

Dovetail Charters 

Chokoloskee, FL, United States
22 ft
4
5.0/5 (1 review)

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Dovetail Charters is your ticket to the stunning waters of Chokoloskee and the lower 10,000 Islands. With Captain Michael at the helm, you're in knowledgeable and experienced hands.

Depending on conditions, you might hook into Snook, Redfish, Black Grouper, Tarpon, Mangrove Snapper, Permit, Flounder, Pompano, Tripletail, and who knows what else! For these species, you're likely to drift and bottom fish using light or heavy tackle. Capt. Michael also offers fly fishing, but you may need to bring your own fly gear.

Capt. Michael operates a 22' Pathfinder center console with room for 4 passengers. It comes with all the essentials no fishing machine can run without. Rods, reels, and tackle are ready for you, as well as lures. Live bait is available, but be sure to ask about it so you know if you'll be catching it yourself.

There's no need to buy a fishing license. Keep in mind that some fish may have harvest limits or closed seasons. Your captain will help you follow regulations while you fish.

A few items to bring include sunglasses, a hat, and sunscreen (non-spray). Drinks will be available for you. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just be sure to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

Now, time to hit the water with Dovetail Charters!

Dovetail Charters is your ticket to the stunning waters of Chokoloskee and the lower 10,000 Islands. With Captain Michael at the helm, you're in knowledgeable and experienced hands.

Depending on conditions, you might hook into Snook, Redfish, Black Grouper, Tarpon, Mangrove Snapper, Permit, Flounder, Pompano, Tripletail, and who knows what else! For these species, you're likely to drift and bottom fish using light or heavy tackle. Capt. Michael also offers fly fishing, but you may need to bring your own fly gear.

Capt. Michael operates a 22' Pathfinder center console with room for 4 passengers. It comes with all the essentials no fishing machine can run without. Rods, reels, and tackle are ready for you, as well as lures. Live bait is available, but be sure to ask about it so you know if you'll be catching it yourself.

There's no need to buy a fishing license. Keep in mind that some fish may have harvest limits or closed seasons. Your captain will help you follow regulations while you fish.

A few items to bring include sunglasses, a hat, and sunscreen (non-spray). Drinks will be available for you. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just be sure to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

Now, time to hit the water with Dovetail Charters!

Michael Wilson
Captain
Michael Wilson

Trip availability and prices

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Half Day Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
4 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun)
Snook
Snapper (Mangrove)
Redfish
Grouper (Black)
+1
US $500
Entire boat: up to 4 people
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5.0
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5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

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Kathy Hornbuckle
Kathy Hornbuckle
Member since 2024
5.0
Amazing day of fishing in 10,000 islands.
Half Day Trip (AM) on July 27, 2024

I had a AMAZING day with Captain Michael Wilson. Seen dolphins and some of the other islands. Great shade on the boat. Captain Michael is a great Captain. I highly recommend Michael for fishing and scenery. Had a great time!!!!!

Reported catch:
Snook
Redfish
Tarpon
Speckled Trout
+1
Deborah Corrao
Deborah Corrao
Repeat angler
us
Florida, US
Member since 2016
2 trips
The captain canceled
March 9, 2025
Trip was supposed to happen on March 9, 2025

The charter operator canceled on trip date. This is an automated posting.

Claus Grill
Claus Grill
Repeat angler
us
Pennsylvania, US
Member since 2019
6 trips
The captain canceled
March 27, 2025
Trip was supposed to happen on March 27, 2025

The charter operator canceled 3 days prior to the trip date. This is an automated posting.

Robert Schappert
Robert Schappert
us
Pennsylvania, US
Member since 2024
The captain canceled
February 15, 2025
Trip was supposed to happen on February 15, 2025

The charter operator canceled 15 days prior to the trip date. This is an automated posting.

FAQs about Dovetail Charters

Dovetail Charters offers the following trip to customers:
  • US $500 per group - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
When you book a trip with Dovetail Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Radar
Trips booked with Dovetail Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Drinks
  • Fishing license
Dovetail Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • River fishing
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
  • Flats fishing
  • Backcountry fishing
Dovetail Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Fly fishing
  • Drift fishing
Top targeted fish species with Dovetail Charters include:
  • Flounder
  • Grouper (Black)
  • Permit
  • Pompano
  • Redfish
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snook
  • Speckled Trout
  • Tarpon
  • Tripletail

Your captain

Michael Wilson
Michael Wilson
Michael Wilson

Chokoloskee, Florida, United States

4 Customer reviews
Typical response within 21 hours
Member since July 2024

20+ years of fishing experience in Everglades National Park. Operating a 22' Pathfinder Center console, Capt. Michael ensures a comfortable fishing experience in the waters of Chokoloskee, Florida. The crew will demonstrate techniques such as bottom fishing, spinning, drifting, jigging, fly fishing, or something unique to the area. The only way to learn is to join them on the water.

4 Customer reviews
Typical response within 21 hours
Member since July 2024

20+ years of fishing experience in Everglades National Park. Operating a 22' Pathfinder Center console, Capt. Michael ensures a comfortable fishing experience in the waters of Chokoloskee, Florida. The crew will demonstrate techniques such as bottom fishing, spinning, drifting, jigging, fly fishing, or something unique to the area. The only way to learn is to join them on the water.

The fish you can target

Flounder
Flounder
Black Grouper
Black Grouper
Permit
Permit
Pompano
Pompano
Redfish
Redfish
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Snook
Snook
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Tarpon
Tarpon
Tripletail
Tripletail
Flounder
Flounder
Black Grouper
Black Grouper
Permit
Permit
Pompano
Pompano
Redfish
Redfish

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
22 ft
Year built
2007
Boat manufacturer
Pathfinder
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 150HP
Max cruising speed
45 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

River Fishing
Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Spinning
Jigging
Fly Fishing
Drift Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Radar

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Drinks
Fishing license

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 1 day prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 1 day 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 Chokoloskee to departure site is available and included in trip rates.
Child friendly
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

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

What’s biting in Chokoloskee right now

Grouper (Black)Grouper (Black)
PermitPermit
RedfishRedfish
Snapper (Mangrove)Snapper (Mangrove)
SnookSnook
Speckled TroutSpeckled Trout
TarponTarpon
TripletailTripletail

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