Charlie Hookem 

5.0
(21 reviews)
 Main Street 2500, Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931, United States–

Charlie Hookem 

Fort Myers Beach, FL, United States
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20 ft
4
5.0
(21 reviews)

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Fort Myers Beach has a fish with your name on it, so let Charlie Hookem llc help you catch it! With Captain Charlie at the helm, you're in knowledgeable and experienced hands.

Depending on conditions, you might hook into Goliath Grouper, Sheepshead, Spadefish, Black Drum, Spanish Mackerel, Mangrove Snapper, Speckled Trout, Bull Shark, Jack Crevalle, Cobia, Ladyfish, Tarpon, and whatever else takes the bait.

On the day of your trip you're likely to hit the mangroves for some snook, reds and trout sheepies and snapper.

Children are welcome, so go ahead and bring the whole family along! If you don't have a child-sized life vest of your own, be sure to ask if there's one on board. Customers are encouraged to bring snacks – lucky for you, there will already be some on board!

You'll be dropping lines from a 23' Center console with capacity for 4 passengers. It has all the essentials no fishing machine can run without.

Capt. Charlie will provide rods and reels for you, as well as lures. Live bait is included, but be sure to ask about it so you know if you'll be catching it yourself.

The charter boat covers your fishing license, so all you have to do is show up ready for a good time! Keep in mind that you may release some fish due to regulations. Your captain will help you follow regulations while you fish.

Don't leave home without bottled water, sunscreen (non-spray), and sunglasses. Drinks are included, free of charge. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but try to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles. There will be some light snacks available on board.

Your trip with Charlie Hookem llc is just a click away, so why not make it happen?

Fort Myers Beach has a fish with your name on it, so let Charlie Hookem llc help you catch it! With Captain Charlie at the helm, you're in knowledgeable and experienced hands.

Depending on conditions, you might hook into Goliath Grouper, Sheepshead, Spadefish, Black Drum, Spanish Mackerel, Mangrove Snapper, Speckled Trout, Bull Shark, Jack Crevalle, Cobia, Ladyfish, Tarpon, and whatever else takes the bait.

On the day of your trip you're likely to hit the mangroves for some snook, reds and trout sheepies and snapper.

Children are welcome, so go ahead and bring the whole family along! If you don't have a child-sized life vest of your own, be sure to ask if there's one on board. Customers are encouraged to bring snacks – lucky for you, there will already be some on board!

You'll be dropping lines from a 23' Center console with capacity for 4 passengers. It has all the essentials no fishing machine can run without.

Capt. Charlie will provide rods and reels for you, as well as lures. Live bait is included, but be sure to ask about it so you know if you'll be catching it yourself.

The charter boat covers your fishing license, so all you have to do is show up ready for a good time! Keep in mind that you may release some fish due to regulations. Your captain will help you follow regulations while you fish.

Don't leave home without bottled water, sunscreen (non-spray), and sunglasses. Drinks are included, free of charge. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but try to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles. There will be some light snacks available on board.

Your trip with Charlie Hookem llc is just a click away, so why not make it happen?

Carlos Longoria
Captain
Carlos Longoria
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Short trip (3 hours)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
3 hour trip starts at 8:30 AM
Cobia
Grouper (Goliath)
Jack Crevalle
Tarpon
+8
US $400
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Boat tour/shelling (4 hours)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 8:30 AM
Cobia
Grouper (Goliath)
Jack Crevalle
Tarpon
+8
US $550
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Half day AM (4 hours)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 8:30 AM
Cobia
Jack Crevalle
Snook
Tarpon
+8
US $550
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Half day PM (4 hours)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 1:30 PM
Cobia
Jack Crevalle
Snook
Tarpon
+8
US $550
Entire boat: up to 3 people
3/4 day (6 hours)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 8:30 AM
Cobia
Grouper (Goliath)
Jack Crevalle
Tarpon
+8
US $700
Entire boat: up to 3 people

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Rating

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

Anglers' gallery (49)

Reviews (21)

  • Joseph Daley
    Joseph Daley
    us
    Delaware, US
    •
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    I can’t buy if I was ever back in Fort myers. I would call this guy and I will have to go fishing with him. The best I have ever been with love. This guy would a great captain. Frankly, the best captain.

    Half day PM (4 hours) on May 15, 2026 • 4 adults

    I gotta say this was the best fishing Experience in ever had I’ve never caught so many fish. I’m pretty positive that he must’ve paid somebody else to bring us to the best fishing spots. I can’t buy a one point. The fish were literally jumping into our hands. It was like this guy had to smell on the fish. I’ve never asked so. Many fish really enjoyed the time. Thank you very much. Charles.(inside joke)

  • Marie Gaither
    Marie Gaither
    Repeat angler
    us
    Michigan, US
    •
    Member since 2026
    •
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Such An Amazing Day!!

    Half day AM (4 hours) on May 12, 2026 • 4 adults

    Capt. Charlie is HANDS DOWN the best!! He puts you on the fish. He’s constantly running around the boat making sure you are always taken care of whether you need rebaited, a net man, a snack, or something to drink. He is great about making sure everyone feels included even if you’re a little quiet. He is an Amazing Captian! You gotta Bookem with Hookem!!

  • Natasha Rupple
    Natasha Rupple
    us
    Michigan, US
    •
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    what a experience

    Half day PM (4 hours) on May 31, 2026 • 2 adults

    Captain Charlie was wonderful. couldn't have asked for a better experience. he was knowledgeable, knew his fish, was right on it when we broke a line, kept bait on our lines. very personable. We will be back for sure. we also got to see dolphins that hung out next to the boat. Enjoyed every minute.

  • Norman Shink
    Norman Shink
    Repeat angler
    us
    Massachusetts, US
    •
    Member since 2017
    •
    7 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great fishing charter with Captain Charlie!!

    Half day AM (4 hours) on February 28, 2026 • 2 adults

    My buddy and I went out with Captain Charlie and had a blast. We caught several fish and caught multiple species. Captain Charlie knows where the fish are. Captain Charlie was very personable and didn’t treat us like clients but like family. Captain Charlie didn’t look at his Watch the entire time like I’ve seen with previous charters. I highly recommend Captain Charlie. Book Em’ with Hook ‘Em!! #tightlines

  • Asael Rodriguez
    Asael Rodriguez
    us
    Michigan, US
    •
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Memorable moment for me and my son

    Short trip (3 hours) on August 9, 2026 • 2 adults

    Captain Charlie was great from the start, very personable and interactive throughout our fishing trip. My son caught one of the biggest fish of his life while we were out, a 60 pound plus Goliath grouper! Definitely recommend Charlie Hook em!!!

  • Jess Wildes
    Jess Wildes
    us
    Wisconsin, US
    •
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Awesome time! Worth it!

    Short trip (3 hours) on August 15, 2026 • 3 adults • 2 children

    We caight snapper and grouper, fed the tarpon, and saw dolphins and a manatee! Captain Charlie was super hospitable, fun, and knowledgeable. Thanks for the memories!

  • Richard Gillespie
    Richard Gillespie
    us
    Illinois, US
    •
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    We caught fish nonstop for 4 hours!

    Half day AM (4 hours) on June 18, 2026 • 2 adults

    We had an absolute blast! Captain Charlie put us on the fish! We limited out on mangrove snapper and caught a ton of grouper that we released. I would highly recommend Charlie Hookem!!!!

  • Jacqueline Newman
    Jacqueline Newman
    Repeat angler
    us
    Kentucky, US
    •
    Member since 2024
    •
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Amazing trip!

    Short trip (3 hours) on June 16, 2026 • 2 adults

    I highly recommend booking. We had such a great morning. Catch lots of fish. He gave a recommendation of where to take them to cook them for lunch. Thanks so much!

  • Marie Gaither
    Marie Gaither
    Repeat angler
    us
    Michigan, US
    •
    Member since 2026
    •
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Bookem with Hookem!!

    Half day AM (4 hours) on March 8, 2026 • 4 adults

    Capt. Charlie is amazing!!! Super nice, he made sure everyone was taken care of and was having a great time. There is no doubt I will be booking with him again!!

  • Larry Wicks
    Larry Wicks
    us
    Missouri, US
    •
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified
    New

    lots of fun

    Half day PM (4 hours) on September 4, 2026 • 2 adults

    Great host, excellent trip, very knowledgeable, personable and knew his stuff! we had a fantastic time. Woukd definitely recommend fishing with Charlie.

Rating

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

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Joseph Daley
Joseph Daley
us
Delaware, US
•
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
I can’t buy if I was ever back in Fort myers. I would call this guy and I will have to go fishing with him. The best I have ever been with love. This guy would a great captain. Frankly, the best captain.
Half day PM (4 hours) on May 15, 2026 • 4 adults

I gotta say this was the best fishing Experience in ever had I’ve never caught so many fish. I’m pretty positive that he must’ve paid somebody else to bring us to the best fishing spots. I can’t buy a one point. The fish were literally jumping into our hands. It was like this guy had to smell on the fish. I’ve never asked so. Many fish really enjoyed the time. Thank you very much. Charles.(inside joke)

Reported catch:
Cobia
Snook
Mangrove Snapper
Jack Crevalle
+8
Marie Gaither
Marie Gaither
Repeat angler
us
Michigan, US
•
Member since 2026
•
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Such An Amazing Day!!
Half day AM (4 hours) on May 12, 2026 • 4 adults

Capt. Charlie is HANDS DOWN the best!! He puts you on the fish. He’s constantly running around the boat making sure you are always taken care of whether you need rebaited, a net man, a snack, or something to drink. He is great about making sure everyone feels included even if you’re a little quiet. He is an Amazing Captian! You gotta Bookem with Hookem!!

Reported catch:
Jack Crevalle
Mangrove Snapper
Speckled Trout
Larry Wicks
Larry Wicks
us
Missouri, US
•
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
lots of fun
Half day PM (4 hours) on September 4, 2026 • 2 adults

Great host, excellent trip, very knowledgeable, personable and knew his stuff! we had a fantastic time. Woukd definitely recommend fishing with Charlie.

Natasha Rupple
Natasha Rupple
us
Michigan, US
•
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
what a experience
Half day PM (4 hours) on May 31, 2026 • 2 adults

Captain Charlie was wonderful. couldn't have asked for a better experience. he was knowledgeable, knew his fish, was right on it when we broke a line, kept bait on our lines. very personable. We will be back for sure. we also got to see dolphins that hung out next to the boat. Enjoyed every minute.

Reported catch:
Jack Crevalle
Mangrove Snapper
Carlos Longoria
Response from Captain

Thank you guys for the review and for booking!

Francis Alejandrino
Francis Alejandrino
us
California, US
•
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Charlie Hookem great for experts and beginners
Half day PM (4 hours) on March 12, 2026 • 3 adults

We are vacationing in Fort Myers beach for the first time and found Charlie online. He is knowledgable and made the trip fun from start to finish. He knows the local waters well and took us to multiple spots. In no time we were catching fish! The experience was great for both fishing enthusiasts and beginners. My nephew caught his first fish in 5+ years. Charlie hookem was attentive and made it a great exprience for all, I would definitely recommend him.

Reported catch:
Mangrove Snapper
Sheepshead
Carlos Longoria
Response from Captain

Glad you guys enjoyed! Looking forward to seeing you guys again! Thanks for booking!

FAQs about Charlie Hookem

Charlie Hookem offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $400 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - Short trip (3 hours) (3 hours)
  • US $550 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - Boat tour/shelling (4 hours) (4 hours)
  • US $550 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - Half day AM (4 hours) (4 hours)
  • US $550 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - Half day PM (4 hours) (4 hours)
  • US $700 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 3/4 day (6 hours) (6 hours)
When you book a trip with Charlie Hookem, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Wireless trolling motor
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Charlie Hookem include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (Live bait is included! )
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Fish cleaning is included in the price!)
  • Snacks (Snacks and beverage is provided. Also welcome to bring your own.)
  • Drinks (Cold water bottles provided you're also welcome to bring your own)
  • Fishing license (Fishing license are provided through the Captain for up to four people)
Charlie Hookem offers the following types of fishing:
  • River fishing (Caloosahatchee River)
  • Lake fishing
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Flats fishing
  • Backcountry fishing
Charlie Hookem offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
Top targeted fish species with Charlie Hookem include:
  • Black Drum
  • Cobia
  • Grouper (Goliath)
  • Jack Crevalle
  • Ladyfish
  • Shark (Bull)
  • Sheepshead
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Spadefish
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Speckled Trout
  • Tarpon

Your captain

Carlos Longoria
Carlos Longoria

Fort Myers Beach, Florida, United States

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64 Customer reviews
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Member since March 2025
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Capt. Charlie runs trips out of Cape Coral aboard 23' Seaborn Center console. Native to these waters, Capt. Charlie will put you on multiple fish species including, snook, reds, snapper, shark, trout, grouper, jacks, and many more! Bookem with hookem and get hooked on some fish!!

Carlos Longoria
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Capt. Charlie runs trips out of Cape Coral aboard 23' Seaborn Center console. Native to these waters, Capt. Charlie will put you on multiple fish species including, snook, reds, snapper, shark, trout, grouper, jacks, and many more! Bookem with hookem and get hooked on some fish!!

The fish you can target

Black Drum
Black Drum
Cobia
Cobia
Goliath Grouper
Goliath Grouper
Jack Crevalle
Jack Crevalle
Ladyfish
Ladyfish
Bull Shark
Bull Shark
Sheepshead
Sheepshead
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Spadefish
Spadefish
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Tarpon
Tarpon
Black Drum
Black Drum
Cobia
Cobia
Goliath Grouper
Goliath Grouper
Jack Crevalle
Jack Crevalle
Ladyfish
Ladyfish

Real catches by this captain

  • Memorable moment for me and my son
    Asael R.
    Asael R.
  • Amazing trip!
    Jacqueline N.
    Jacqueline N.
  • what a experience
    Natasha R.
    Natasha R.
  • Such An Amazing Day!!
    Marie G.
    Marie G.
  • Wonderful Trip
    Pete S.
    Pete S.
  • Bookem with Hookem!!
    Marie G.
    Marie G.
  • Great fishing charter with Captain Charlie!!
    Norman S.
    Norman S.
  • caught lots of fish!
    Jeremy M.
    Jeremy M.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Skiffs and flats boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
20 ft
Year built
1996
Restored in
2025
Boat manufacturer
Flats
Boat type
Skiff
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 200HP
Max cruising speed
35 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

River Fishing
Lake Fishing
Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Wireless trolling motor
Ice box
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Live bait is included!
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Fish cleaning is included in the price!
Snacks
Snacks and beverage is provided. Also welcome to bring your own.
Drinks
Cold water bottles provided you're also welcome to bring your own
Fishing license
Fishing license are provided through the Captain for up to four people

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
5 and up is fine so we can teach them to fish with the Capt!
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

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

 Visa

 PayPal

 Bank transfer

When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Fort Myers Beach right now

Black DrumBlack Drum
CobiaCobia
Grouper (Goliath)Grouper (Goliath)
Jack CrevalleJack Crevalle
LadyfishLadyfish
Snapper (Mangrove)Snapper (Mangrove)
Speckled TroutSpeckled Trout
TarponTarpon

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