Sanibel Fishing Charters

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Sanibel: 321 fishing charters available

 State licensed

Fort Myers • 23 ft • 6 persons

Captain Jack’s Fishing Charter’s goal is to create the memory of a lifetime on every trip.

"We scheduled a 4 man trip the evening prior to the afternoon of our desired charter." —⁠ Eric,
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trips fromUS $500
Saltwater Excursions
Saltwater Excursions
 State licensed

Fort Myers • 24 ft • 4 persons

Saltwater Excursions is located in Fort Myers and offers to show you a memorable time in these waters.

"On New Year’s Day, my group of four embarked on a fishing adventure with Captain Dalton Bryant, and it turned out to be an absolute delight." —⁠ Janet,
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trips fromUS $500
Gulf Coast Charter Service
Gulf Coast Charter Service
 State licensed

Fort Myers • 24 ft • 6 persons

Capt. Fabian Guerrero is a USCG licensed and insured captain with more than 2 decades of experience fishing Southwest Florida’s vast and fertile waters.

"Last Tues., 5 of us went on 1/2 day morning fishing trip with Captain Fabian." —⁠ John,
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trips fromUS $550
Reel Sanibel Fishing Charters
Reel Sanibel Fishing Charters

Fort Myers • 23 ft • 6 persons

Reel Sanibel Fishing Charters is located in Fort Myers and offers to show you a memorable time in these waters.

"I recently had the privilege of embarking on a fishing charter that far exceeded my expectations, thanks in large part to our exceptional captain Ethan." —⁠ Kachine,
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trips fromUS $600
Reel Adventures SWFL
Reel Adventures SWFL
 State licensed

Fort Myers • 22 ft • 4 persons

Spend the day with Reel Adventures and find out what the fishing in Bokeelia is all about!

"We are from Wisconsin and were visiting Fort Myers, FL on Spring Break and we are so GLAD we reserved this 4-hour (half day) fishing trip!" —⁠ Katie,
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trips fromUS $300
Capt. Bill Walker's Fishing Charters
Capt. Bill Walker's Fishing Charters
 State licensed

Fort Myers • 24 ft • 4 persons

The world-renowned waters of Fort Myers attract anglers of all skill levels, from complete beginners to experienced fishermen.

"Captain Bill took my kids and I for a guided trip for half a day." —⁠ John,
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trips fromUS $500
All In Excursions Fishing Charters
All In Excursions Fishing Charters
 State licensed

Fort Myers • 23 ft • 5 persons

All In Excursions operates out of Fort Myers, Florida, and is dedicated to making your day on the water a memorable one!

"Had a fantastic morning.  Caught quite a few fish (sea bass redfish, and snook)." —⁠ Jay,
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trips fromUS $525

Fort Myers • 26 ft • 6 persons

Based out of Fort Myers, Keep It Tight Fishing Charters is your ticket to a memorable time on the water.

"Absolutely amazing Captain.  George knew exactly where to go to find fish." —⁠ James,
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trips fromUS $600
 State licensed

Fort Myers • 23 ft • 4 persons

SWFL Premier Charters is an experienced professional guide service that offers their clients a fun and memorable day on the water.

"This was our second time (in 3 years) being with Captain Nick." —⁠ Daniel,
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trips fromUS $500
Thrill Of It All
Thrill Of It All
 State licensed

Fort Myers • 23 ft • 5 persons

Explore the waters of Fort Myers and have a great fishing experience with Thrill Of It All.

"This was an amazing trip it was the perfect day! We had to reschedule due to weather and forecast." —⁠ Kelsey,
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trips fromUS $550
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Frequently Asked Questions about Fishing Charters in Sanibel

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Fishing in Sanibel

Sanibel fishing charters offer visiting anglers access to one of the best inshore fisheries in the country. This lucky island is surrounded by endless mangroves, grassy flats, oyster bars, and murky bayous. All just a short boat ride away, this variety of rich fishing grounds means that the hardest thing about fishing here is going to be choosing where to wet your lines!

The island is a true playground for inshore fanatics and boasts an impressive list of prized species year-round. Whether it’s Redfish, Sheepshead, and Speckled Trout – perfect for novice anglers – or tougher targets like Snook, Permit, Pompano, and Tarpon, the area’s experienced captains will put you on some excellent action within minutes of setting off.

A half day trip here has a good shot of giving you one of the most productive mornings of your fishing career. In the winter, the long low tides and clearer waters can give you a solid six hours of shallow-water sight casting bliss. In the summer, a broad range of species come barreling into town, and if you’re in pursuit of your next trophy catch, a full day trip is worth the money.

The fierce competition around Sanibel breeds skilled, dedicated captains and guides whose families have often been working these waters for generations. From Redfish Pass to the Sanibel Lighthouse, you’ll be able to find charter boats anywhere on the island. Simply decide where you’d like to go and book a charter nearby to maximize your fishing time.

Rules & Regulations

All registered Sanibel fishing charters will include licenses for everyone onboard. If you’re striking out on your own though, you will need a saltwater fishing license for anyone aged 17 or over. Also, keep in mind that certain species have strict bag limits and seasons so be sure to get informed before booking your trip.

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Sanibel Fishing Seasons

January

January may be "low season" for many inshore species, but that means little in an area with such great fishing as Sanibel! Snook, Redfish, Trout, and Ladyfish are all here year round, so go get 'em!

February

The low tides and rainfall make flats fishing great this time of year. There are plenty of great fish to target, and the water clarity makes for some unbeatable sight fishing.

March

The first schools of migratory Tarpon roll into town in March. The low rainfalls also make for perfect sight casting. This all rolls together to make some of the best Tarpon fishing you could ask for!

April

The Edison Big Snook Tournament kicks off at the beginning of April, with anglers arriving from all over to enjoy the great catches and fun fishing atmosphere the event promises. Why not give it a shot?

May

May is peak Tarpon season and is the time for the Ding Darling & Doc Ford Tarpon Tournament. Sign up for the chance to catch the biggest Silver Kings and being rewarded for your efforts.

June

June is an awesome time to head out past the shallow flats and hit the local reefs instead. You will be met by a ton of tasty Grouper and Snapper, and will have a great time catching them!

July

The Tarpon are still biting strong well into July, and the Redfish, Snook, and Trout are all going crazy, too. This makes it a great time for almost any style of angling if you don't mind a bit of rain.

August

Many of the migratory Tarpon start to move off in August, but can still kick around way after this. August is the hottest and wettest month of the year in Sanibel, so sight casting may be rained out on the flats.

September

The sheer variety of species you can target in September is staggering: Redfish, Trout, Snook, Tarpon, Permit, Pompano, Sheepshead, Ladyfish - it's surprising there's any space left in the shallows!

October

By October the very last of the migratory Tarpon move on, but it is still peak season for big Snook. Fancy something a little different? Try heading to slightly deeper waters to target Goliath Grouper!

November

Pompano hit the water in big numbers in November, so why not join them? You will also find plenty of Spanish Mackerel, as well as great catches of all the permanent species.

December

low rains, low tides, and lower temperatures make for dream conditions in December. The whole family will love relaxing on Bowman's Beach while you enjoy the great fishing right alongside them!

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