Bay West Fishing 

5.0
(26 reviews)
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 Estero Boulevard 8700, Bonita Springs, FL 33931, United States–

Bay West Fishing 

Bonita Springs, FL, United States
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21 ft
4
5.0
(26 reviews)

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If you're going to cast a line in Fort Myers, look no further than Bay West Fishing. Your guide for the day is Captain Brett, allowing you to benefit from their angling experience. He offers charters in the Gulf of America, inshore, nearshore, and offshore up to 9 miles in the Gulf.

The fish in these waters include Red Grouper, Sheepshead, Mangrove Snapper, Spanish Mackerel, Yellowtail Snapper, Goliath Grouper, Lane Snapper, Cobia, Speckled Trout, Snook, Gag Grouper, Ladyfish, and more, depending on the season. You can expect to do some spinning, trolling, jigging, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area.

You'll be casting lines from a 21' Sea Pro center console with space for 4 passengers. It comes with everything you need for a productive day on the water. Capt. Brett will provide rods and reels 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.

The charter boat covers your fishing license, just show up ready for a good time! Keep in mind that you may release some fish due to regulations. Simply ask and your captain can tell you more.

Don't leave home without bottled water, sunscreen (non-spray), and sunglasses. If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but you should avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

Go ahead and treat yourself to a day on the water with Bay West Fishing.

If you're going to cast a line in Fort Myers, look no further than Bay West Fishing. Your guide for the day is Captain Brett, allowing you to benefit from their angling experience. He offers charters in the Gulf of America, inshore, nearshore, and offshore up to 9 miles in the Gulf.

The fish in these waters include Red Grouper, Sheepshead, Mangrove Snapper, Spanish Mackerel, Yellowtail Snapper, Goliath Grouper, Lane Snapper, Cobia, Speckled Trout, Snook, Gag Grouper, Ladyfish, and more, depending on the season. You can expect to do some spinning, trolling, jigging, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area.

You'll be casting lines from a 21' Sea Pro center console with space for 4 passengers. It comes with everything you need for a productive day on the water. Capt. Brett will provide rods and reels 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.

The charter boat covers your fishing license, just show up ready for a good time! Keep in mind that you may release some fish due to regulations. Simply ask and your captain can tell you more.

Don't leave home without bottled water, sunscreen (non-spray), and sunglasses. If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but you should avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

Go ahead and treat yourself to a day on the water with Bay West Fishing.

Brett Balog
Captain
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Half Day Trip (AM)
In high demand Last booked: 3 days ago
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Snook
Snapper (Mangrove)
Black Drum
Redfish
+5
US $490
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Half Day Trip (PM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 12:30 PM
Cobia
Grouper (Goliath)
Snook
Snapper (Mangrove)
+8
US $550
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Full Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Grouper (Goliath)
Snook
Snapper (Mangrove)
Black Drum
+6
US $980
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Thanksgiving Day (call to book)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Nov 26 - Nov 27
Cobia
Grouper (Goliath)
Jack Crevalle
Snook
+8
US $1,000
Entire boat: up to 4 people

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5.0
26 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (24)

All reviews (26)

Showing 1 – 5 of 26 reviews
Benjamin Wilkens
Benjamin Wilkens
us
Wisconsin, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
AWESOME
Half Day Trip (AM) on August 21, 2026 • 1 adult • 1 child

my nine year old son and myself had the best time. limited out on a type of fish in first hour and went to different spots to try for others. we caught so many different species of fish i dont even remember what they all were. brett knew the right spots and the good spots. was very knowledgeable. and very laid back. but will definitely work at finding fish and trying other spots. i would definitely recommend. great guy great service great fishing had awesome time. my son is still grinning from ear to ear cant wait to eat our catch. brett cleaned them so fast. will be back again on future trips.

Reported catch:
Speckled Trout
Mangrove Snapper
Redfish
Gag Grouper
+1
Brett Balog
Response from Captain

Thanks for the great review ! Glad you guys had a good time. Im looking forward to fishing again in the future ! 🙏🏽

Michael Mauldin
Michael Mauldin
us
Tennessee, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Great day inshore
Half Day Trip (AM) on July 27, 2026 • 2 adults

I told Capt Brett I wanted to catch some to cook up at a local restaurant. We had a limit in about 20 minutes! Spent the rest of the day looking for a big one. Caught several other species but nothing huge. Which was OK by me. Brett’s company and conversation on the boat made the trip. Just a super nice dude who also knows his stuff on the water. Can highly recommend.

Reported catch:
Snook
Mangrove Snapper
Sheepshead
Gag Grouper
Brett Balog
Response from Captain

Thanks for the great review Michael! You were a pleasure to have aboard and look forward to having you back on future trips. That snapper looks amazing in the picture 🙏🏽

NICK LODERMEIER
NICK LODERMEIER
us
Minnesota, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
So glad we booked!
Half Day Trip (AM) on March 25, 2026 • 2 adults • 1 child

My husband, our 7-year-old son, and I spent a fantastic four hours fishing with Captain Brett. It was such a memorable experience that our son actually asked if we could "do that again tomorrow?" Needless to say, Junior ended up catching most of the fish—a great variety, too—and we even brought home fresh fish for dinner, cleaned by Brett right on the dock when we finished. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience, and highly recommend Bay West Fishing for your next fishing excursion. We will definitely be booking another experience!

Brett Balog
Response from Captain

Thank you guys for the awesome review. Had such a great time with your family and you guys are always welcome back!

Roberto Roca
Roberto Roca
us
California, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
Great Experience!
Half Day Trip (AM) on October 9, 2026 • 4 adults

Great fishing experience! The captain was professional, friendly, and very knowledgeable. He made sure we had a fantastic time on the water. Highly recommended! We’ll definitely book again!

Brett Balog
Response from Captain

Thanks for the great review !

Andrew Opitz
Andrew Opitz
us
New Jersey, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Great day on the water
Half Day Trip (PM) on May 19, 2026 • 2 adults

Captain Brett kept us out of rain on a fairly stormy day and got us to some beautiful spots to fish. We got 4 keepers and caught much more than that! Gear and live bait were great, and captain made sure we had a great time. Highly recommend to anyone looking for an awesome inshore fishing trip!

Reported catch:
Mangrove Snapper
Brett Balog
Response from Captain

Thanks for the great review ! Glad you guys had a good time. I’ll be looking forward to fishing again in the future 🙏🏽

FAQs about Bay West Fishing

Bay West Fishing offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $490 per group - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $550 per group - Half Day Trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $980 per group - Full Day Trip (8 hours)
  • US $1,000 per group - Thanksgiving Day (call to book) (4 hours)
When you book a trip with Bay West Fishing, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Multimedia system
  • Wireless trolling motor
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Bay West Fishing include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (Bait is caught before the trip starts. )
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (We will clean and filet the fish upon request. It is included in the price of the trip.)
  • Fishing license (Fishing licenses are included for up to 4 guests. They are included in the trip price.)
Bay West Fishing offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing (Up to 30 miles unless negotiated further)
  • Reef fishing
Bay West Fishing offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
Top targeted fish species with Bay West Fishing include:
  • Cobia
  • Grouper (Gag)
  • Grouper (Goliath)
  • Grunt
  • Jack Crevalle
  • Ladyfish
  • Sheepshead
  • Snapper (Lane)
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snook
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Speckled Trout

Your captain

Brett Balog
Brett Balog
Bonita Springs, Florida, United States
19 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
26 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since October 2024
Angler's Choice
The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.
Capt. Brett runs trips out of Fort Myers, Bonita Springs, and Naples aboard a 21' Sea Pro Center console. Using bottom fishing, spinning, trolling, jigging, and other techniques, you'll have a chance to catch Snapper, Speckled Trout, Redfish, Snook and more. The only way to learn is to join them on the water!
Brett Balog
Brett Balog
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Angler's Choice
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26
reviews
2024
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Capt. Brett runs trips out of Fort Myers, Bonita Springs, and Naples aboard a 21' Sea Pro Center console. Using bottom fishing, spinning, trolling, jigging, and other techniques, you'll have a chance to catch Snapper, Speckled Trout, Redfish, Snook and more. The only way to learn is to join them on the water!

The fish you can target

Cobia
Cobia
Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper
Goliath Grouper
Goliath Grouper
Grunt
Grunt
Jack Crevalle
Jack Crevalle
Ladyfish
Ladyfish
Sheepshead
Sheepshead
Lane Snapper
Lane Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Snook
Snook
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Cobia
Cobia
Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper
Goliath Grouper
Goliath Grouper
Grunt
Grunt
Jack Crevalle
Jack Crevalle

Real catches by this captain

  • Multiple reef fish and a larger silver fish arranged on a scratched boat fillet table during an offshore fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Mangrove Snapper
    Snapper, blackdrum, sheepshead, redfish
  • Solo angler proudly holding a large redfish over shallow coastal water, with mangroves and a bright blue sky in the background.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Roberto R.
    Roberto R.
    Great fishing experience! The captain was professional, friendly, and very knowledgeable. He made sure we had a fantastic time on the water. Highly recommended! We’ll definitely book again!
  • Adult angler holding a redfish on a small fishing boat in calm coastal waters.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Ed H.
    Ed H.
  • View from the helm of a fishing boat, showcasing anglers enjoying a day on the water with a scenic backdrop.
    Amazing fall bite. A lot of fish, glass water, and nice cool breeze!
  • Freshly filleted Snapper laid out on a cleaning table, ready for storage after a successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Mutton Snapper
    Caught a lot of fish. Limited out on Snapper. Probably caught 70 mangrove snapper on this trip throughout the day.
  • Angler proudly displaying a large Grouper while fishing on a sunny day in open waters.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Black Grouper
    Adam M.
    Adam M.
    Had a great time on the water today with Captain Brett. Weather was great and captain got us on fish quick. Had a battle with a smaller Goliath Grouper and several more than got away. Looking forward to my next trip to southwest Florida so I can book this fishing trip again!
  • A variety of fish, including snapper, stored in a cooler with ice, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Red Snapper
    Mangrove snapper limit in an hour
  • Young angler proudly holding a shiny fish on a boat, showcasing a successful fishing trip in calm waters.
    Fish 1
    Mangrove Snapper
    Benjamin W.
    Benjamin W.
    my nine year old son and myself had the best time. limited out on a type of fish in first hour and went to different spots to try for others. we caught so many different species of fish i dont even remember what they all were. brett knew the right spots and the good spots. was very knowledgeable. and very laid back. but will definitely work at finding fish and trying other spots. i would definitely recommend. great guy great service great fishing had awesome time. my son is still grinning from ear to ear cant wait to eat our catch. brett cleaned them so fast. will be back again on future trips.
  • A selection of freshly caught fish, including Snapper and a large Striped Bass, displayed on a fillet table after a successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Mangrove Snapper
    Steady snapper bite still
  • A young angler interacts with a variety of fish, including a flounder and several snapper, laid out on a cleaning table after a successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Mutton Snapper
    Chandan B.
    Chandan B.
    Captain Brett made sure we had the best time and got on some fish. He was great helping the kids and man did we catch some fish. Too many to eat! He recommended a local spot to have it cooked as well. Amazing day!

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
21 ft
Year built
2003
Restored in
2023
Boat manufacturer
Sea Pro
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
1 x 200HP
Max cruising speed
41 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Multimedia system
Wireless trolling motor
Ice box
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Bait is caught before the trip starts.
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
We will clean and filet the fish upon request. It is included in the price of the trip.
Fishing license
Fishing licenses are included for up to 4 guests. They are included in the trip price.

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 not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child friendly
No age limits onboard ! Families with kids are always welcome. Bringing life jackets for infants and very young kids is highly encouraged, but I do have extras upon request.
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Pay online in full
Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.
No additional fees.
Book with 30% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 30% 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
 Checks

What’s biting in Bonita Springs right now

CobiaCobia
Grouper (Gag)Grouper (Gag)
Grouper (Goliath)Grouper (Goliath)
Jack CrevalleJack Crevalle
LadyfishLadyfish
SheepsheadSheepshead
Snapper (Mangrove)Snapper (Mangrove)
SnookSnook
Speckled TroutSpeckled Trout

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