Shallow Water Experience LLC 

5.0/5 (229 reviews)
 
State licensed
 Boca Grande Causeway, Placida, FL 33946, United States

Shallow Water Experience LLC 

 
State licensed
5.0/5 (229)
 Angler's Choice
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Boca Grande Causeway
Placida, FL, United States

Come discover Southwest Florida's world-famous fishery with Shallow Water Experience charters! Covering the area from Boca Grande to Pine Island Sound, this charter service allows you to experience some of the best inshore game fishing Florida has to offer.

Captain Bobby Ferrero is the man behind this charter – as a native Floridian who has lived and fished in the Port Charlotte area all his life, he knows a thing or two about these waters! He's spent over 25 years trying out and refining different fishing tricks and techniques. He can't wait to share his proven local fishing secrets with you, whatever your age or skill level.

Your adventure starts aboard a stylish 21' Shoalwater, perfectly designed for shallow water fishing. She can accommodate up to 4 guests. Powered by a Yamaha engine, this vessel will take you quickly and comfortably to the best fishing spots, and once you're there it's game on!

These waters are home to species such as Redfish, Jack Crevalle, Trout, Sharks, Snook, and many others. Capt. Bobby will introduce you to the best techniques for catching your target fish. Whether you like casting your line with flies, lures, or live bait, he'll be able to provide you with the equipment needed for an exciting and enjoyable experience!

As you'll be primarily fishing shallow waters, Capt. Bobby's trips are great for the whole family, as well as newer anglers. Water depths are rarely more than five feet, meaning that there is very little chance of seasickness. It's the perfect place to introduce your little ones to the magic of fishing!

All of your fishing equipment, bait, lures, and licensing are included in the price of your trip. Just let your captain know beforehand if you'd like to fly fish. Drinks are provided, so just grab your favorite snacks, and come explore this incredible fishery alongside Shallow Water Experience LLC charters!

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Rating

5.0
229 reviews
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Boat & equipment
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Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (243)

best trip
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Great inshore trip
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What anglers say

99%
Great experience
96%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
100%
Recommended
96%
Caught fish

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Craig Price
Craig Price
5.0
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A great day
6 Hour Trip – Inshore on March 23, 20262 adults
What a fun day, we met Captain Bobby at the marina and we caught fish all day snook, trout, jack, ladyfish, catfish and the best and biggest redfish i have ever caught. Our Captain was nice, professional and knowledgeable not to mention patient with us schooling us Nevadans in salt water fishing. I highly recommend shallow water experience for a fishing trip.
Angler proudly displaying a large Redfish while standing on the boat in a scenic fishing environment.
A woman proudly displaying a Snook caught while fishing in a scenic mangrove area.
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Cody Mcconnell
Cody Mcconnell
5.0
Verified
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Fishing with Bobby
4 Hour Trip – Inshore (PM) on April 2, 20262 adults1 child
We had an awesome trip with Bobby. We were catching fish nonstop, rods bent all afternoon, exactly what we were hoping for. He really knows what he’s doing and put us right on the fish. Super knowledgeable, easygoing, and made the whole experience fun for everyone. Couldn’t have asked for a better captain, highly recommend. Cody
Reported catch:
Ladyfish
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Charles Wilson
Charles Wilson
5.0
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dont hesitate book the trip
4 Hour Trip – Inshore (AM) on March 28, 20262 adults
from the communication to the first cast to the last cast the trip was everything A1 five star . If you are looking for a great family or serious fish hunting trip this is your trip capt does a great job and we are already looking at calenders for more trips . This is the one you want book the trip you will love it.
Angler proudly displaying a Snook caught during a sunny day on the water.
Angler proudly displaying a Snook caught while fishing in a scenic mangrove area.
A proud angler displaying a Snook caught while fishing on a boat in a scenic waterway.
Reported catch:
Snook
Spotted Seatrout
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William Petitt
William Petitt
Cape Coral, Florida
5.0
Morning trip with Captain Bobby
4 Hour Trip – Inshore (AM) on May 29, 2025
This was a first time experience for my wife and I, but with Captain Bobby, we will be booking again when we come back on the next vacation. Very impressed with the professionalism and way he does business. Made this an amazing experience, and this man definitely knows where to put you on to the fish. The experience he has from being a native to the area truly shows when he puts you within seconds of the line hitting the water we had fish going after the bait. This will be something we will recommend to all types of folks who want to try something new, or just go out and have a great time catching fish. Thank you again for the time and the great experience you offferd.
An angler proudly displaying a large Snook while fishing in a scenic coastal environment.
Angler proudly displaying a large Snook while fishing in a coastal waterway, showcasing a successful day on the water.
Two Snook fish displayed on the deck of a boat, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
Reported catch:
Snook
Spotted Seatrout
Mangrove Snapper
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Joe Fondacaro
Joe Fondacaro
5.0
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Fabulous trip!
4 Hour Trip – Inshore (PM) on April 1, 20261 adult
Had an absolutely terrific half day trip during the afternoon with Captain Bobby and I can’t say enough good things about him. Hard-working and fun to be with and we brought a lot of fish to the boat. Would absolutely hook up with Bobby again if we are in the area. Five stars!
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3 Hour Trip – Inshore (AM)
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
3 Hour Trip
starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Sat, Sun)
US $450
Entire boat: 2 people
3 Hour Trip – Inshore (PM)
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
3 Hour Trip
starts at 2:00 PM
US $450
Entire boat: 2 people
4 Hour Trip – Inshore (AM)
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
4 Hour Trip
starts at 8:00 AM
US $525
Entire boat: 2 people
4 Hour Trip – Inshore (PM)
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
4 Hour Trip
starts at 2:00 PM
US $525
Entire boat: 2 people
5 Hour Trip – Inshore (AM)
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
5 Hour Trip
starts at 8:00 AM
US $600
Entire boat: 2 people
6 Hour Trip – Inshore
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
6 Hour Trip
starts at 8:00 AM
US $675
Entire boat: 2 people
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Rating

5.0
229 reviews
5
225
4
3
3
0
2
0
1
0
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (243)

best trip
best trip
best trip
best trip
best trip
Great inshore trip
+237

What anglers say

99%
Great experience
96%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
100%
Recommended
96%
Caught fish

All reviews (229)

Filter
Showing 15 of 229 reviews
Craig Price
Craig Price
5.0
Verified
New
A great day
6 Hour Trip – Inshore on March 23, 20262 adults
What a fun day, we met Captain Bobby at the marina and we caught fish all day snook, trout, jack, ladyfish, catfish and the best and biggest redfish i have ever caught. Our Captain was nice, professional and knowledgeable not to mention patient with us schooling us Nevadans in salt water fishing. I highly recommend shallow water experience for a fishing trip.
Angler proudly displaying a large Redfish while standing on the boat in a scenic fishing environment.
A woman proudly displaying a Snook caught while fishing in a scenic mangrove area.
0
Cody Mcconnell
Cody Mcconnell
5.0
Verified
New
Fishing with Bobby
4 Hour Trip – Inshore (PM) on April 2, 20262 adults1 child
We had an awesome trip with Bobby. We were catching fish nonstop, rods bent all afternoon, exactly what we were hoping for. He really knows what he’s doing and put us right on the fish. Super knowledgeable, easygoing, and made the whole experience fun for everyone. Couldn’t have asked for a better captain, highly recommend. Cody
Reported catch:
Ladyfish
0
Charles Wilson
Charles Wilson
5.0
Verified
New
dont hesitate book the trip
4 Hour Trip – Inshore (AM) on March 28, 20262 adults
from the communication to the first cast to the last cast the trip was everything A1 five star . If you are looking for a great family or serious fish hunting trip this is your trip capt does a great job and we are already looking at calenders for more trips . This is the one you want book the trip you will love it.
Angler proudly displaying a Snook caught during a sunny day on the water.
Angler proudly displaying a Snook caught while fishing in a scenic mangrove area.
A proud angler displaying a Snook caught while fishing on a boat in a scenic waterway.
Reported catch:
Snook
Spotted Seatrout
0
William Petitt
William Petitt
Cape Coral, Florida
5.0
Morning trip with Captain Bobby
4 Hour Trip – Inshore (AM) on May 29, 2025
This was a first time experience for my wife and I, but with Captain Bobby, we will be booking again when we come back on the next vacation. Very impressed with the professionalism and way he does business. Made this an amazing experience, and this man definitely knows where to put you on to the fish. The experience he has from being a native to the area truly shows when he puts you within seconds of the line hitting the water we had fish going after the bait. This will be something we will recommend to all types of folks who want to try something new, or just go out and have a great time catching fish. Thank you again for the time and the great experience you offferd.
An angler proudly displaying a large Snook while fishing in a scenic coastal environment.
Angler proudly displaying a large Snook while fishing in a coastal waterway, showcasing a successful day on the water.
Two Snook fish displayed on the deck of a boat, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
Reported catch:
Snook
Spotted Seatrout
Mangrove Snapper
0
Joe Fondacaro
Joe Fondacaro
5.0
Verified
New
Fabulous trip!
4 Hour Trip – Inshore (PM) on April 1, 20261 adult
Had an absolutely terrific half day trip during the afternoon with Captain Bobby and I can’t say enough good things about him. Hard-working and fun to be with and we brought a lot of fish to the boat. Would absolutely hook up with Bobby again if we are in the area. Five stars!
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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Skiffs and flats boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
21 ft
Year built
2020
Boat manufacturer
Shoalwater
Boat type
Flats boat

Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 250HP
Max cruising speed
55 knots
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