Tipsy Tarpon Charters
5.0/5 (11 reviews)
Estero Boulevard 8700, Bonita Springs, FL 33931, United States–
Tipsy Tarpon Charters
5.0/5 (11 reviews)
Estero Boulevard 8700
Bonita Springs, FL, United States
Welcome to Your Ultimate Fishing Adventure in Southwest Florida!
With a lifetime of experience fishing the waters of Southwest Florida, I'm here to provide you with an unforgettable charter experience, whether you're looking to explore inshore or nearshore. I pride myself on honesty and transparency, ensuring you know exactly what to expect regarding the fishing conditions and what's biting during your chosen time of year.
The inshore waters are full of fantastic opportunities to catch Snook, Redfish, Tarpon, and Sea Trout, with plenty of fish available for keeping if you wish.
If you prefer the nearshore experience, you'll have the chance to reel in Cobia, Permit, Kingfish, and a variety of Snapper, Grouper, and all types of sharks.
My boat is a 23-foot Dorado with a tower that provides an excellent vantage point for spotting fish from a distance. The boat has very large live wells and fish boxes which gives it a very big advantage to have all types of bait at all times.
I welcome families and kids, making this a great outing for everyone involved.
Each trip includes complimentary water and ample cooler space. I highly recommend bringing sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat, and any additional food or drinks you'd like to enjoy while out on the water.
Let me know your goals for the trip, and I'll do my best to help you achieve them. Book your charter today and get ready for an incredible fishing adventure!
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Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience
Anglers' gallery (9)
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Steve Hankemeier
Wisconsin, US
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My kids are hooked! Brantleys the best!
Half Day Trip – Inshore on March 31, 2026 • 2 adults • 2 children
Brantley communicated immediatly after the booking process and expalined the options for the day. We said we wanted a fight and boy we got one, he was so good with my 10 and 12 year old sons(they have fished for a while) and gave them the one of the most awesome expierences. We happened to get lucky and everything happend very fast, but he explained why we were doing what we were doing and to be honest, the first 30 minutes made the whole trip. This guy has a ton of knowledge and takes it very seiously, he also respects his equipment and works hard the whole time. He will be the one I call next time, no doubt.
Thanks for the great memories.
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Michael Kelleher
New York, US
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Member since 2026
5.0
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Fish on! with Captain Brantley
Half Day Trip – Inshore on February 18, 2026 • 2 adults
Great day of near shore and in shore fishing with Brantley for my son and I. We caught sheepshead, snapper, grouper and the elusive toad fish (this you don’t want). the sheepshead were keepers which he filleted and we had prepared at a local restaurant. great eating! top of the line boat, equipment and captain. i will fish again with Brantley.
Reported catch:
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Jay ZWIERZYNSKI
Illinois, US
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Member since 2026
5.0
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Top-Notch Captain
3/4 Day Trip – Inshore on March 23, 2026 • 2 adults • 1 child
Slow day of fishing, but Captain Brantley never gave up and worked tirelessly to put us on fish. In the end he pulled it off with a couple great bites and ended the trip with some memorable action. Top-notch captain and equipment.
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Makenzie Oneal
Indiana, US
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Member since 2026
5.0
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awesome trip!
Half Day Trip – Nearshore on May 15, 2026 • 2 adults
Brantley was awesome! Super nice guy and very knowledgeable!
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Bob Jordan
Member since 2026
5.0
Half Day out of Lovers Key Ramp
Half Day Trip – Inshore on April 6, 2026
Wonderful day with Hrandsons inshore Estero Bay and out beyond Ft Myers Beach. Knowledgeable and very competent Captain who knows the water well. I strongly recommend Tipsy Tarpon for a great day on the water
Reported catch:
0
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Half Day Trip – Inshore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
US $600
Entire boat: up to 3 people
US $600
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Half Day Trip – Nearshore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
US $750
Entire boat: up to 3 people
US $750
Entire boat: up to 3 people
3/4 Day Trip – Inshore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
US $800
Entire boat: up to 3 people
US $800
Entire boat: up to 3 people
3/4 Day Trip – Nearshore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
US $950
Entire boat: up to 3 people
US $950
Entire boat: up to 3 people
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Rating
5.0
11 reviews
5
10
4
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3
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2
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1
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5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience
Anglers' gallery (9)
+3
All reviews (11)
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Showing 1 – 5 of 11 reviews
Steve Hankemeier
Wisconsin, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
My kids are hooked! Brantleys the best!
Half Day Trip – Inshore on March 31, 2026 • 2 adults • 2 children
Brantley communicated immediatly after the booking process and expalined the options for the day. We said we wanted a fight and boy we got one, he was so good with my 10 and 12 year old sons(they have fished for a while) and gave them the one of the most awesome expierences. We happened to get lucky and everything happend very fast, but he explained why we were doing what we were doing and to be honest, the first 30 minutes made the whole trip. This guy has a ton of knowledge and takes it very seiously, he also respects his equipment and works hard the whole time. He will be the one I call next time, no doubt.
Thanks for the great memories.
2
Michael Kelleher
New York, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Fish on! with Captain Brantley
Half Day Trip – Inshore on February 18, 2026 • 2 adults
Great day of near shore and in shore fishing with Brantley for my son and I. We caught sheepshead, snapper, grouper and the elusive toad fish (this you don’t want). the sheepshead were keepers which he filleted and we had prepared at a local restaurant. great eating! top of the line boat, equipment and captain. i will fish again with Brantley.
Reported catch:
2
Jay ZWIERZYNSKI
Illinois, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Top-Notch Captain
3/4 Day Trip – Inshore on March 23, 2026 • 2 adults • 1 child
Slow day of fishing, but Captain Brantley never gave up and worked tirelessly to put us on fish. In the end he pulled it off with a couple great bites and ended the trip with some memorable action. Top-notch captain and equipment.
1
Makenzie Oneal
Indiana, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
awesome trip!
Half Day Trip – Nearshore on May 15, 2026 • 2 adults
Brantley was awesome! Super nice guy and very knowledgeable!
0
Bob Jordan
Member since 2026
5.0
Half Day out of Lovers Key Ramp
Half Day Trip – Inshore on April 6, 2026
Wonderful day with Hrandsons inshore Estero Bay and out beyond Ft Myers Beach. Knowledgeable and very competent Captain who knows the water well. I strongly recommend Tipsy Tarpon for a great day on the water
Reported catch:
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What is the boat like?
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
25 ft
Year built
2021
Boat manufacturer
Dorado
Boat type
Bay boat
Engine model
Mercury
Powered by
1 x 350HP
Max cruising speed
33 knots