★★★★★

We had an absolutely incredible experience with Matlacha Saltwater Outfitters, and I can’t recommend them highly enough! Captain Whitney Hall and First Mate Dan are, without question, the best charter crew we’ve ever fished with.

From the moment we left the dock, they worked tirelessly to keep us on fish—and they absolutely delivered. We were catching fish consistently all day long, and it seemed like every move they made put us in another productive spot. The lines stayed tight, and the action never stopped!

What really set this trip apart was their patience and willingness to teach. We had several novice anglers in our group, and every time someone encountered something new, Captain Whitney and Dan took the time to explain what to do, why it mattered, and how to become better anglers. They never rushed anyone, were incredibly encouraging, and made sure everyone felt successful.

The highlight of the day, though, was how they treated our son, who is home on leave from the United States Air Force. Captain Whitney made him feel like the guest of honor and the star of the show. It was obvious that this wasn’t just for show—he genuinely takes time to honor active-duty service members and veterans with sincere gratitude, respect, and appreciation. As parents, seeing our son recognized and celebrated in that way meant more to us than words can express. It’s a reflection of Captain Whitney’s character and the kind of person he is.

Their knowledge of the local waters, tides, and target species was second to none. You can tell they genuinely love what they do, and that passion makes the entire experience even better.

The boat was clean, spacious, and comfortable, the equipment was top-notch and well-maintained, and every detail was taken care of so we could simply enjoy an amazing day on the water.

We’ve been on a lot of fishing charters over the years, and this one stands head and shoulders above the rest. If you’re looking for a first-class fishing experience with outstanding people who know how to put you on fish while making the day fun, educational, and memorable, book with Matlacha Saltwater Outfitters, Captain Whitney Hall, and First Mate Dan. You won’t just leave with fish—you’ll leave with memories that will last a lifetime. We will absolutely be back!

The five of us had a great time fishing with captain whit and dan, communication and time and the information they gave us was on point, we fished for a very long time and caught quite a few different species of fish and were able to come home with a bag of fillets, Thanx again fellas and well c u in the future. fish on.

Our offshore fishing experience was absolutely incredible! Capt Dan took great care of us. He was thorough and patient helping make everyone on board feel safe and confident. He took us to several sweet spots where we caught several red snapper and grouper. Our entire group had a blast! If this is your first time going out or you have been out many times, you won’t be disappointed when you book with Capt. Dan!

Both captains were great. caught the 1st fish in minutes & it was a nice one!

Wow! Words can’t express how fortunate we feel to have booked another fishing outing with Captains Whitney and Dan. They managed to squeeze in a few bar stops for us in between fishing and we even made it to the beach for sunset. I 1000% recommend this group for all of your fishing/adventure needs. We have a freezer full of fish and some amazing memories. Thanks again gentlemen!