Captain Johnny Riggs
+32Captain Johnny Riggs offers fishing trips of a lifetime in the beautiful waters of Boca Grande, Florida. These waters are famous the world over for their rich marine life, beautiful backcountry, and world-class sportfishing. Captain Johnny was born and raised fishing this area and enjoys nothing more than introducing his guests to the treasures it has to offer.
Your trip will take place aboard Captain Johnny’s spacious and sturdy 24’ Proline Flatback boat. This vessel is the perfect all-rounder – it is small enough to fish the shallow waters and the backcountry with ease, while also having the propulsion and stability to fish the nearshore waters of the Gulf of Mexico. There is plenty of room for up to four people to move around on board, as well as ample storage space for all your belongings.
There is always something to catch in these waters, and Captain Johnny Riggs has the expertise and equipment you need to find the best fishing spots. Inshore, you will be targeting Snook, Speckled Trout, and Redfish, while if you fish around the harbor and in the ocean, you could catch Sharks, Cobia, Grouper, Snapper, King Mackerel, Barracuda, Permit, Tarpon, and more.
Some of Captain Johnny’s most popular trips are focused on fishing for one specific species. If you have your sights set on an iconic Boca Grande Tarpon, huge Goliath Grouper, or toothy Shark, give him a call!
Each trip comes with all the fishing gear you need for a productive day on the water – whether you want to fish with live bait or artificials, you will find it waiting for you on board. Captain Johnny will also load the boat up with cold soft drinks.
This boat is most comfortable for up to four guests – larger groups should consider this prior to booking.
If this sounds like the perfect setting for your next adventure, book one of the trips offered below and meet Captain Johnny on the water!
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Johnny Riggs
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Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
83%
Caught fish
75%
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Fishing with Johnny
6 Hour Trip – Flats / Bay on March 30, 2023
Tampa, Florida
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6 Hour Trip – Flats / Bay on April 3, 2023
Lehigh Acres, Florida
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6 Hour Trip – Flats / Bay on August 10, 2017
My trip with Captain Johnny started a few days before the outing, I spoke with the Capt'n about what i was looking to achieve from the trip, which was to take my two sons (ages 16 & 20) out and catch some fish larger than they imagined. An experience they would remember for life. The weather was in our favor that day, and Capt'n Johnny did just that. We were able to get 6 Goliath grouper to bite and reeled 3 of them up to the boat. Their impressive size left us jaw dropped ! But it didn't end there. We still had 3 hrs left, so Capt'n Johnny suggested we try going after some Tarpon. In the processes we managed to get a shark and a barracuda to strike, followed by two young Tarpon. Now my boys have memories shared with their "Cool Dad"and pictures to brag about to their friends... Thank you Captain Johnny Riggs
My trip with Captain Johnny started a few days before the outing, I spoke with the Capt'n about what i was looking to achieve from the trip, which was to take my two sons (ages 16 & 20) out and catch some fish larger than they imagined. An experience they would remember for life. The weather was in our favor that day, and Capt'n Johnny did just that. We were able to get 6 Goliath grouper to bite and reeled 3 of them up to the boat. Their impressive size left us jaw dropped ! But it didn't end...
Melvindale, MI
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5 Hour Trip on January 9, 2019
Great trip , captain and boat are top notch . Will remember this trip for years to come.
Great trip , captain and boat are top notch . Will remember this trip for years to come.
Port Charlotte, Florida
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3 Hour Fishing Trip on June 16, 2017
BEST ENJOYABLE TRIP FOR MY 9 YEAR OLD AND 11 YEAR OLD .THEY CAUGHT ENOUGH FISH .Captain Johnny went out of way to teach my kids all the BASICS and more about fish and patience and how to be safe and have fun.
BEST ENJOYABLE TRIP FOR MY 9 YEAR OLD AND 11 YEAR OLD .THEY CAUGHT ENOUGH FISH .Captain Johnny went out of way to teach my kids all the BASICS and more about fish and patience and how to be safe and have fun.
FAQs about Captain Johnny Riggs
What are the trip rates for Captain Johnny Riggs?
Captain Johnny Riggs offers the following trips to customers:
- US $600 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Flats (4 hours)
- US $800 per group - 6 Hour Trip – Flats / Bay (6 hours)
- US $1,000 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - 6 Hour Trip – Tarpon (6 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Captain Johnny Riggs?
When you book a trip with Captain Johnny Riggs, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Live Bait Well
- Wireless Trolling Motor
- Ice Box
- Radar
What's included in the trip price with Captain Johnny Riggs?
Trips booked with Captain Johnny Riggs include:
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Live Bait
- Lures
- Catch cleaning & filleting
- Drinks
- Fishing License
What types of fishing does Captain Johnny Riggs offer?
Captain Johnny Riggs offers the following types of fishing:
- River Fishing
- Inshore Fishing
- Nearshore Fishing
- Reef Fishing
- Wreck Fishing
- Flats Fishing
- Backcountry Fishing
What fishing techniques does Captain Johnny Riggs offer?
Captain Johnny Riggs offers the following fishing techniques:
- Light Tackle
- Heavy Tackle
- Bottom Fishing
- Trolling
- Drift Fishing
- Bowfishing
- Deep Sea Fishing
Which fish species can I catch with Captain Johnny Riggs?
Top targeted fish species with Captain Johnny Riggs include:
- Cobia
- Grouper (Goliath)
- Redfish
- Shark (Bull)
- Shark (Hammerhead)
- Snook
- Spotted Seatrout
- Tarpon
Your captain
Boca Grande, Florida, United States
Captain Johnny Riggs is a military veteran with many years of service. He feels lucky to have been born and raised in Punta Gorda, spending his formative years and those that followed fishing these warm waters. In Captain Johnny's words: "It's home, and the best place to fish ANYWHERE!" Captain Johnny is happy to tailor each and every trip he offers to his customers, and enjoys every minute of guiding.
The fish you can target
What is the boat like?
What kind of fishing will you do?
River Fishing
Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing
Which fishing techniques you can try
Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Drift Fishing
Bowfishing
Deep Sea Fishing
Which amenities are available onboard
GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Wireless Trolling Motor
Ice Box
Radar
What’s included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Drinks
Fishing License
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.
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
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
What’s biting in Boca Grande right now
Cobia
Grouper (Goliath)
Redfish
Spotted Seatrout
Tarpon