Saltwater Inshore Charters 

 
State licensed
 4577 Pine Island Rd, Matlacha, FL 33993, Estados Unidos, Matlacha, FL 33990, United States

Saltwater Inshore Charters 

Up to 9 miles
Matlacha, FL, United States
23 ft
4

Make the most of your time in Matlacha and go fishing with Saltwater Inshore Charters.

These waters are home to game fish like Snook, Tarpon, Sheepshead, Speckled Trout, Redfish, Mangrove Snapper, and more, depending on the time of year.

On these trips, you can expect to use light or heavy tackle with spinning gear.

Young anglers are welcome, so bring the whole family along! Children must wear life jackets, so be sure to ask if the appropriate sizes are available onboard. Snacks are welcome, too; bring your favorites so everyone stays happy and energized throughout the trip.

Capt. Brendan operates a 23' bay boat with room for up to 4 passengers. It has all the essentials needed for a productive day on the water.

Your captain will provide rods, reels, and lures. Live bait is available, but be sure to ask whether you’ll be catching it yourself.

Before coming aboard, you'll need to purchase a local fishing license for everyone in your group. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain for guidance. Some species may be off-limits or require a special tag, so make sure you know what to expect before your trip.

You can't go wrong bringing sunglasses, non-spray sunscreen, and bottled water. If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation; however, hard liquor and glass bottles are not permitted.

Now's the time to experience fishing in Matlacha for yourself with Saltwater Inshore Charters!

Make the most of your time in Matlacha and go fishing with Saltwater Inshore Charters.

These waters are home to game fish like Snook, Tarpon, Sheepshead, Speckled Trout, Redfish, Mangrove Snapper, and more, depending on the time of year.

On these trips, you can expect to use light or heavy tackle with spinning gear.

Young anglers are welcome, so bring the whole family along! Children must wear life jackets, so be sure to ask if the appropriate sizes are available onboard. Snacks are welcome, too; bring your favorites so everyone stays happy and energized throughout the trip.

Capt. Brendan operates a 23' bay boat with room for up to 4 passengers. It has all the essentials needed for a productive day on the water.

Your captain will provide rods, reels, and lures. Live bait is available, but be sure to ask whether you’ll be catching it yourself.

Before coming aboard, you'll need to purchase a local fishing license for everyone in your group. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain for guidance. Some species may be off-limits or require a special tag, so make sure you know what to expect before your trip.

You can't go wrong bringing sunglasses, non-spray sunscreen, and bottled water. If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation; however, hard liquor and glass bottles are not permitted.

Now's the time to experience fishing in Matlacha for yourself with Saltwater Inshore Charters!

Brendan Hemphil
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Trip availability and prices

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4 Hr – Inshore Fishing Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (8:00 AM, 1:00 PM)
Snook
Tarpon
Snapper (Mangrove)
Redfish
+2
US $550
Entire boat: up to 3 people
6 Hr – Inshore Fishing Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Snook
Tarpon
Snapper (Mangrove)
Redfish
+2
US $750
Entire boat: up to 3 people
6 Hr – Tarpon Fishing Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
May 1 - Jul 1
Tarpon
US $1,000
Entire boat: 2 people
8 Hr – Inshore Fishing Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Snook
Tarpon
Snapper (Mangrove)
Redfish
+2
US $950
Entire boat: up to 3 people
8 Hr – Tarpon Fishing Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
May 1 - Jul 1
Tarpon
US $1,200
Entire boat: up to 4 people

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FAQs about Saltwater Inshore Charters

Saltwater Inshore Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $550 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 4 Hr – Inshore Fishing Trip (4 hours)
  • US $550 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 4 Hr – Inshore Fishing Trip - 1:00 PM (4 hours)
  • US $750 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 6 Hr – Inshore Fishing Trip (6 hours)
  • US $950 per group, additional US $50 per person after 1 guest - 6 Hr – Tarpon Fishing Trip (6 hours)
  • US $950 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 8 Hr – Inshore Fishing Trip (8 hours)
  • US $1,200 per group - 8 Hr – Tarpon Fishing Trip (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Saltwater Inshore Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Wireless trolling motor
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Saltwater Inshore Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
Saltwater Inshore Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Flats fishing
  • Backcountry fishing
Saltwater Inshore Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Spinning
Top targeted fish species with Saltwater Inshore Charters include:
  • Redfish
  • Sheepshead
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snook
  • Speckled Trout
  • Tarpon

Your captain

Brendan Hemphil
Brendan Hemphil
Brendan Hemphil

Matlacha, Florida, United States

ID & license verified
Member since June 2026

Capt. Brendan runs fishing trips out of Matlacha aboard a 23' Skeeter Bay boat. The crew will demonstrate techniques such as spinning and share local fishing methods unique to the area. The best way to learn is to join them on the water.

ID & license verified
Member since June 2026

Capt. Brendan runs fishing trips out of Matlacha aboard a 23' Skeeter Bay boat. The crew will demonstrate techniques such as spinning and share local fishing methods unique to the area. The best way to learn is to join them on the water.

The fish you can target

Redfish
Redfish
Sheepshead
Sheepshead
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Snook
Snook
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Tarpon
Tarpon
Redfish
Redfish
Sheepshead
Sheepshead
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Snook
Snook
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
23 ft
Year built
2014
Boat manufacturer
Skeeter
Boat type
Bay boat
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 200HP

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Spinning

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
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting

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 agreed upon reservation

Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.

Child friendly
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 15% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 15% 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 3% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Matlacha right now

RedfishRedfish
SheepsheadSheepshead
Snapper (Mangrove)Snapper (Mangrove)
SnookSnook
Speckled TroutSpeckled Trout
TarponTarpon

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