Captain Johnny Riggs was born and raised fishing the waters around Pine Island, Charlotte Harbor, and Punta Gorda. He is an expert at finding all the local fish species and has that extra degree of knowledge that only people who have seen the fishery for many seasons can give. Most importantly, he is a friendly and welcoming guy who enjoys nothing more than making sure everyone on his boat is getting the most out of their trip.
Whether you decide to go on a fishing trip, sunset cruise, or restaurant hopping adventure, you will be based aboard Capt. Johnny’s 24’ Proline center console. This stable boat gives a nice dry ride and has plenty of room for 4 guests.
Very versatile, it is just as well-suited to rooting out Redfish in the backcountry as it is to chasing Cobia nearshore. It also has a very handy tower that will give you the edge for one of the area’s most enjoyable fishing techniques – sight fishing along the beaches for migrating fish.
Whether you want to the local backcountry and fish with bait or artificials for the likes of Snook, Trout, and Redfish, hunt out an enormous Goliath Grouper in shallow water, target a toothy Bull Shark, or “bow to the king” and hang onto your rod as a giant Tarpon leaps out of the water in front of you, Capt. Johnny has the answer.
All fishing trips include professional fishing gear, lures, and bait. Please note that the boat is most comfortable for 4 people to fish from and that larger groups may need to take the fishing in turns.
All you have to do now is book a trip with Capt. Johnny Riggs, and you’re all set for a great fishing experience in Florida!
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Recommend this charter
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University, VA
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6 Hour Trip – Tarpon on June 15, 2022
Had a great time with Capt Johnny Riggs. He put us in position to catch fish consistently all day. He even went out of his way to pick us up and drop us off in a location that was more convenient to us. Very personable and knowledgable.
Had a great time with Capt Johnny Riggs. He put us in position to catch fish consistently all day. He even went out of his way to pick us up and drop us off in a location that was more convenient to us. Very personable and knowledgable.
Goose Creek, SC
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12 Hour Trip – Tarpon on April 25, 2021
Captain Johnny worked hard , found fish , and made the day memorable . After a day on the water , I now consider him a friend , and I look forward to future trips .. A++ experience
Captain Johnny worked hard , found fish , and made the day memorable . After a day on the water , I now consider him a friend , and I look forward to future trips .. A++ experience
Cape Coral, FL
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4 Hour Trip – Flats on March 20, 2021
Capt knew all the best spots! Fun and exciting day. We caught around 20 fish. Can’t wait to schedule the next one.
Capt knew all the best spots! Fun and exciting day. We caught around 20 fish. Can’t wait to schedule the next one.
Put-in-Bay, OH
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4 Hour Trip – Flats on March 2, 2020
Captain Johnny was awesome, took care of everything we needed. He baited the hooks , showed us what we needed to do and we caught 7 different species of fish bay fishing. We saw dolphins and manatees. Excellent captain.
Captain Johnny was awesome, took care of everything we needed. He baited the hooks , showed us what we needed to do and we caught 7 different species of fish bay fishing. We saw dolphins and manatees. Excellent captain.
North Fort Myers, Florida
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6 Hour Trip – Flats / Bay on March 23, 2021
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Punta Gorda, 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.
River Fishing
Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing
Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Drift Fishing
Bowfishing
Deep Sea Fishing
GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Wireless Trolling Motor
Ice Box
Radar
Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Drinks
Fishing License
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.
Pickup included in price
Child Friendly
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed
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