Hopes and Dreams Charters 

5.0/5 (2 reviews)
 4500 Harbor Boulevard, Port Charlotte, FL 33952, United States

Hopes and Dreams Charters 

Port Charlotte, FL, United States
23 ft
4
5.0/5 (2 reviews)

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If you're in the market for a day to remember, look no further than Hopes and Dreams Charters. With Captain Zeke at the helm, you'll have a knowledgeable and experienced guide.

Depending on the season, you might hook into Redfish, Jack Crevalle, Mangrove Snapper, Tarpon, Blacktip Shark, Bonnethead Shark, Sheepshead, and anything else that bites. You can expect to do some spinning, or maybe something more specialized in this area.

You'll be fishing aboard a 23' Shoalwater center console flats boat or our 23'Key West with space for 3-4

A few items to bring include bottled water, sunglasses, and sunscreen (non-spray). If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just be sure to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

Your trip with Hopes and Dreams Charters is just a click away, so why not make it happen?í

If you're in the market for a day to remember, look no further than Hopes and Dreams Charters. With Captain Zeke at the helm, you'll have a knowledgeable and experienced guide.

Depending on the season, you might hook into Redfish, Jack Crevalle, Mangrove Snapper, Tarpon, Blacktip Shark, Bonnethead Shark, Sheepshead, and anything else that bites. You can expect to do some spinning, or maybe something more specialized in this area.

You'll be fishing aboard a 23' Shoalwater center console flats boat or our 23'Key West with space for 3-4

A few items to bring include bottled water, sunglasses, and sunscreen (non-spray). If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just be sure to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

Your trip with Hopes and Dreams Charters is just a click away, so why not make it happen?í

Zeke Torres
Captain
Zeke Torres
37 years of experience
ID & credentials verified
responds within an hour

Trip availability and prices

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4 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Jack Crevalle
Snook
Tarpon
Snapper (Mangrove)
+5
US $500
Entire boat: up to 3 people
6 Hour Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip multiple starting times (8:00 AM, 2:00 PM)
US $700
Entire boat: up to 3 people
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Rating

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

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Chris Grisham
Chris Grisham
Repeat angler
us
Tennessee, US
Member since 2019
3 trips
5.0
Verified
Highly recommended
6 Hour Trip (AM) on December 27, 20252 adults

I have had the opportunity to book many charters across the US. Our trip today ranks top on the list. The fishing was tough but Captian Zeke put us on the fish that were bitting. Very knowledgeable of the fishery. Made my wife and I feel right at home. Would recommend booking a trip with Captain Zeke I know we will be back many times in the future.

Reported catch:
Mangrove Snapper
Snook
Daryl Mast
Daryl Mast
us
Indiana, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Beautiful day and beautiful fish
4 Hour Trip on December 28, 20254 adults

We had a great time with Captain Zeke fishing for snook and mangrove snapper. We had good luck and Captain Zeke took great care of us and taught us a few things.

Reported catch:
Jack Crevalle
Snook
Mangrove Snapper
Zeke Torres
Response from Captain

it was a pleasure having you all onboard looking forward to seeing you again! stay safe, Csptain Zeke

FAQs about Hopes and Dreams Charters

Hopes and Dreams Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $500 per group, additional US $100 per person after 3 guests - 4 Hour Trip (4 hours)
  • US $700 per group, additional US $100 per person after 3 guests - 6 Hour Trip (AM) (6 hours)
  • US $700 per group, additional US $100 per person after 3 guests - 6 Hour Trip (AM) - 2:00 PM (6 hours)
When you book a trip with Hopes and Dreams Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
Trips booked with Hopes and Dreams Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (Zeke heads out early morning to catch the bait for the day He then meets his clients for a great day fishing!!)
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Your catch of the day is fillet for you if desired)
  • First mate (2 captains!!)
  • Fishing license (The boat is covered for fishing licenses, no need to worry!)
Hopes and Dreams Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • River fishing (Peace River, Myakka River)
  • Inshore fishing (back water fishing the bays and flats)
  • Backcountry fishing (Charlotte harbor)
Hopes and Dreams Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
Top targeted fish species with Hopes and Dreams Charters include:
  • Jack Crevalle
  • Redfish
  • Shark (Blacktip)
  • Shark (Bonnethead)
  • Sheepshead
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snook
  • Speckled Trout
  • Tarpon

Your captain

Zeke Torres
Zeke Torres
Zeke Torres

Port Charlotte, Florida, United States

ID & license verified
2 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since April 2025

35 years of charter fishing experience. Join me for an amazing fishing adventure!

Our Team
Zeke T.

Zeke T.

Captain

Steve P.

Steve P.

Captain

ID & license verified
2 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since April 2025

35 years of charter fishing experience. Join me for an amazing fishing adventure!

Our Team
Zeke T.

Zeke T.

Captain

Steve P.

Steve P.

Captain

The fish you can target

Jack Crevalle
Jack Crevalle
Redfish
Redfish
Blacktip Shark
Blacktip Shark
Bonnethead Shark
Bonnethead Shark
Sheepshead
Sheepshead
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Snook
Snook
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Tarpon
Tarpon
Jack Crevalle
Jack Crevalle
Redfish
Redfish
Blacktip Shark
Blacktip Shark
Bonnethead Shark
Bonnethead Shark
Sheepshead
Sheepshead

Real catches by this captain

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
23 ft
Year built
2024
Boat manufacturer
Shoalwater
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 200HP

What kind of fishing will you do?

River Fishing
Peace River, Myakka River
Inshore Fishing
back water fishing the bays and flats
Backcountry Fishing
Charlotte harbor

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Spinning
Jigging

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Zeke heads out early morning to catch the bait for the day He then meets his clients for a great day fishing!!
Catch cleaning & filleting
Your catch of the day is fillet for you if desired
First mate
2 captains!!
Fishing license
The boat is covered for fishing licenses, no need to worry!

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 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.

You keep catch
Catch and release allowed
And encouraged

How you can pay

Book with 20% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% 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

 PayPal

What’s biting in Port Charlotte right now

Jack CrevalleJack Crevalle
RedfishRedfish
Snapper (Mangrove)Snapper (Mangrove)
Speckled TroutSpeckled Trout
TarponTarpon

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