Are you ready to bend rods and catch fish?!? Salty Fishing Charters, is dedicated to being the best at catching fish and Having a great time! We runs a variety of trips to suit you, your group, and your budget.

You will be fishing aboard a comfortable 33’ World Cat catamaran. They provide an AMAZING ride to and from the fishing grounds due to their unique dual hull design.  She is also over 10 feet wide, providing an extremely stable platform. It is equipped with modern electronics and is fully-equipped to Coast Guard requirements. The boat’s T-Top provides tons of space to escape the sun and there is a toilet located in the forward cabin.

Whether its your first time fishing or an experienced veteran, we cater to all experience levels! We have an amazing fishery in the gulf and we want to share it with you! Whether you want to bring home meat for dinner, or catch that "wow" factor fish for a great photo and memory, we can make it happen!

We provides everything you need for your day of fishing: high-quality equipment, bait, ice, bottled water, fuel, fishing licenses, and a great experience.
Just bring your favorite polarized glasses, a hat, sunscreen, and whatever food or drinks you’d like for the day!

Don’t forget to pack a cooler in the trunk and some gallon sized Ziplock bags as we will fillet your catch for you after the trip. He is also happy to point you towards one of our favorite local restaurants that can cook your fresh catch or share his favorite recipes for home cooked deliciousness!

we do have a no gps/electronics policy on the boat. This includes ipads, smart watches, phones, etc.  We collect all phones/smartwatches/electronics as the trip starts and place them into a dry box inside a faraday bag. (we dont have service offshore anyway!)  Your captain and crew will take any and all pictures for you thru out the day.  This makes sure there are no lost phones overboard, and we keep our favorite fishing holes for the next time you come back!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Shared trip
    1 Seat on 10 HR Split Grouper Trip
    FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
    10 Hour Trip, starts at 6:15 AM
    Seasonal trip Jan 24 - Jan 24 (Sun)
    US $800
    Shared cost charter trip- taking up to 6 people. We will be venturing out to 100-130 feet of water targeting the hard fighting and delicious red grouper! We may also see a variety of different snappers such as lane, vermillion, mangroves, etc. These are a super fun trip that normally yield some nice fish! We depart from pineland marina, located in bokeelia, fl. 13921 waterfront drive Please be advised, if we do not have the minimum required number of people to go (5) the trip will be a no go
    Targeted fish
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Grouper (Red)
    Red Grouper
    Triggerfish (Gray)
    Gray Triggerfish
    Snapper (Vermilion)
    Vermilion Snapper
    Scup (Porgy)
    Scup (Porgy)
    Grouper (Scamp)
    Scamp Grouper
    Snapper (Lane)
    Lane Snapper
  • Private trip
    4 HOUR INSHORE WILDLIFE & FISHING
    FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    US $1,200
    4 HOUR INSHORE/INLAND fishing/wildlife on our spacious and comfortable 33 FT World Cat. These trips are a great introduction to our local waters. We primarily fish grass flats, potholes and channel edges for species like Mangrove Snapper, Spotted Sea Trout and other seasonal species such as jack crevalle, sheepshead, Spanish mackerel, ladyfish and more! Great trip for those looking to see some dolphins, pelicans, seagulls, ospreys and maybe even a manatee!
    Types of fishing
    River Fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Flats Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Light Tackle
    Popping
    Spinning
    Targeted fish
    Jack Crevalle
    Jack Crevalle
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Ladyfish
    Ladyfish
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spotted Seatrout
    Spotted Seatrout
    Shark (Bonnethead)
    Bonnethead Shark
  • Private trip
    5 Hour Nearshore Fun!
    FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $1,350
    We fish up to 15 miles from shore (up to 60 ft deep). Most fish are going to be “pan” sized (8"-13"). These may include lane snapper, porgies, key west grunts and undersized grouper. We usually catch enough keepers on this trip to make some great fish tacos! We can share the recipe! These trips area great introduction to our offshore fishery, and great for young kids and families looking to bend a rod! This trip offers catching quantity over quality. For bigger fish, check out our longer trips!
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Offshore Fishing
    Reef Fishing
    Wreck Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Targeted fish
    Grouper (Goliath)
    Goliath Grouper
    Grouper (Red)
    Red Grouper
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
    Snapper (Yellowtail)
    Yellowtail Snapper
    Bonito
    Bonito
    Scup (Porgy)
    Scup (Porgy)
    Snapper (Lane)
    Lane Snapper
    Grunt
    Grunt
  • Private trip
    8 Hour Trip – Reef Meat
    FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $2,000
    If you are looking to put some fresh meat in the box, this is a great trip! We fish up to 40 miles offshore with our main focus on reef fish such as red grouper, lane snapper, vermillion snapper, mangrove snapper, porgy and other bottom dwellers. There is nothing like going toe to toe with an angry Red Grouper fighting to get back to its hole with you fighting it on the other end of the line! We call it the 10 ft tug of war... one will win, one will loose. which one will you be??? G
    Types of fishing
    Offshore Fishing
    Reef Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Deep Sea Fishing
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Heavy Tackle
    Spinning
    Targeted fish
    Grouper (Goliath)
    Goliath Grouper
    Grouper (Red)
    Red Grouper
    Snapper (Yellowtail)
    Yellowtail Snapper
    Triggerfish (Gray)
    Gray Triggerfish
    Snapper (Vermilion)
    Vermilion Snapper
    Scup (Porgy)
    Scup (Porgy)
    Snapper (Lane)
    Lane Snapper
  • Private trip
    8 Hour Wreck Trophy hunter
    FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $2,000
    Here, we focus on bigger fish that give that wow factor! Most fish are catch and release. Giant Goliath Grouper, Barracuda with gnarly sharp teeth, Amberjack-the reef donkey, Giant Sharks, and others will have your reels screaming! occasionally, we may see African Pompano, Permit, Cobia, or Snapper. This trip is designed for the sportsman who wants to fight big, powerful fish as opposed to bringing home the meat. However, there’s always a chance to catch something you can put on the dinner table!
    Targeted fish
    Barracuda (Great)
    Great Barracuda
    Amberjack
    Amberjack
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Grouper (Goliath)
    Goliath Grouper
    Jack Crevalle
    Jack Crevalle
    Snapper (Yellowtail)
    Yellowtail Snapper
    Shark (Bull)
    Bull Shark
    Shark (Lemon)
    Lemon Shark
  • Private trip
    10 Hour Trip Meat
    FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
    10 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $2,300
    This is an extended version of our 8 hr trip! We stay in 90-120 ft of water targeting the coveted Red Grouper. These bottom dwellers, nicknamed the "firetruck", live up to their name! They hit hard and pack a punch! You go toe to toe with them as they do everything they can to get back to their hole. We like to call it the 10 ft tug of war.. Will it beat you and get back to its hole, breaking you off...or will you be the victor who brings this tasty fish up off the bottom? Book now & lets find out!
    Types of fishing
    Offshore Fishing
    Reef Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Deep Sea Fishing
    Bottom Fishing
    Heavy Tackle
    Targeted fish
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Grouper (Goliath)
    Goliath Grouper
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Grouper (Red)
    Red Grouper
    Snapper (Yellowtail)
    Yellowtail Snapper
    Triggerfish (Gray)
    Gray Triggerfish
    Snapper (Vermilion)
    Vermilion Snapper
    Scup (Porgy)
    Scup (Porgy)
    Snapper (Lane)
    Lane Snapper
  • Private trip
    12 Hour – Red Snapper Deep Trophy
    FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
    12 Hour Trip, starts at 5:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Aug 24
    US $2,800
    These are 12-hour trips that focus on the beautiful, highly sought-after American Red Snapper! We often see other pelagic and big bottom dwellers on these trips! You have chances at Gag Grouper, Black Grouper, Scamp Grouper, Potential blackfin tuna, and so much more! These are the captains pick for June-August! lots of opportunity on these fun filled trips! We offer a no-fish, no pay on these trips! If we dont catch a fish on this trip, your trip is free!
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FAQs about Salty Fishing Charters

Salty Fishing Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $400 per person - 1 Seat on 10 HR Split Grouper Trip (10 hours)
  • US $1,200 per group - 4 HOUR INSHORE WILDLIFE & FISHING (4 hours)
  • US $1,350 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - 5 Hour Nearshore Fun! (5 hours)
  • US $2,000 per group - 8 Hour Trip – Reef Meat (8 hours)
  • US $2,000 per group - 8 Hour Wreck Trophy hunter (8 hours)
  • US $2,300 per group - 10 Hour Trip Meat (10 hours)
  • US $2,800 per group - 12 Hour – Red Snapper Deep Trophy (12 hours)

When you book a trip with Salty Fishing Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • GPS we have 3! We believe in redundancy!
  • Fishfinder We have 2 seperate units on board!
  • Live Bait Well
  • Ice Box
  • Radar

Trips booked with Salty Fishing Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (PENN, Shimano, Avet)
  • Live Bait
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • First Mate (on a case by case basis)
  • Fishing License (all applicable licenses included)

Salty Fishing Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing (up to 100 miles offshore)
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing
  • Flats Fishing
  • Backcountry Fishing

Salty Fishing Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Fly Fishing
  • Drift Fishing
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Salty Fishing Charters include:
  • Amberjack
  • Cobia
  • Grouper (Gag)
  • Grouper (Goliath)
  • Grouper (Red)
  • Grouper (Scamp)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Snapper (Lane)
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Snapper (Vermilion)
  • Snapper (Yellowtail)

Meet the Captain

Daniel Medina
Fort Myers, Florida, United States
47 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
23 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since June 2016
Born and raised in South Florida, I have always had an affinity for water and drawn to it. My most fond memories growing up all revolve around playing sports and having a rod in my hand. Form an early age, my excitement for fishing trips would keep me awake in anticipation of the next days adventure.. As I've grown older and maybe a little wiser, my passions have only grown. While we had lots of success, the days of little to no success would drive me crazy and pushed me to practice my craft and try to learn more and more. Fishing to me is not just a passion, it is a way of life. Plus, the views out of my office are pretty sweet. I traded in a job wearing a suit and tie to spend my days on the water, teaching and educating anglers. I often get told this is the biggest grouper, snapper, amberjack, etc etc Ive ever caught. This puts a genuine smile and grin on my face. It is something I strive to do, and take pride in doing regularly.

About this listing

Targeted species

Amberjack Amberjack
Cobia Cobia
Grouper (Gag) Gag Grouper
Grouper (Goliath) Goliath Grouper

Boat specs

World Cat (Catamaran) originally built in 2006. Powered by 2 300HP YAMAHA engines, with a maximum cruising speed of 40 knots.

Length
33 ft
Capacity
6 persons

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
up to 100 miles offshore
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Fly Fishing
Drift Fishing
Deep Sea Fishing

Amenities

Toilet
GPS
we have 3! We believe in redundancy!
Fishfinder
We have 2 seperate units on board!
Live Bait Well
Ice Box
Radar

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
PENN, Shimano, Avet
Live Bait
Catch cleaning & filleting
First Mate
on a case by case basis
Fishing License
all applicable licenses included

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 30 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 30 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.

Listing policies

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
call me to discuss options for kids!
No Alcohol
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% 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
Visa
Mastercard
American Express
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 4% charge will apply.

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 20 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (24)
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
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Friendly captain
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Recommend this charter
95%
Appropriate for children
94%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
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Casey O.
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Fishing with Daniel

VERIFIED   5 Hour Nearshore Fun! on July 26, 2023
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Clay M.
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Great day out of Pine Island

VERIFIED   8 Hour Wreck Trophy hunter on February 15, 2024
Captain Dan kept us on fish all day and was great with my two young sons as they learned to transition from bass fishing back...
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Emily S.
United States
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8 hour fishing trip

VERIFIED   8 Hour Trip – Reef Meat on February 8, 2021
This is our second time choosing Captain Dan and salty fishing charter! We will continue to do so! He puts you on the fish...
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Melanie G.
San Juan, Puerto Rico
Excellent
4.7 / 5
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8 hour trip- 5 people

VERIFIED   8 Hour Trip on February 11, 2020
Great day on the water!  We had 3 adults and 2 kids (5&11).  Started off hot with a big grouper and some snapper.  When...
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Don M.
Cape Coral, Florida
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Full day trip with Captain Dan

VERIFIED   8 Hour Trip on July 7, 2020
We were worried that the full moon was going to make fishing slow but Dan moved is around and put us on the fish and we came...
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