Backwater Trip (AM)

5.0

(126 reviews)

5.0

(126 reviews)

4 hour trip, starts at 8:00 AM

Fort Myers

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Backwater Trip (AM)

5.0

(126 reviews)

4 hour trip, starts at 8:00 AM

Operated by

–Make A Wake – Sanibel Island

Private tour–Entire boat for your group

Fort Myers

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Meet the captain

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Trip details

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Group Size

2 adults • 0 children

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Backwater Trip (AM)

4 hour trip, starts at 8:00 AM

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4h • 8:00 AM • 2 person

US $550

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About the trip

Start your day targeting Redfish, Snook, Snapper, and Tripletail. This trip is great for beginners or families with kids. It's a chance for everyone to learn something new, regardless of their skill level. Your fishing equipment is fully covered by the captain. A $50 pick-up fee is required for trips leaving out of Captiva or North Captiva Islands.

About the charter captain

Cody Snead

Fort Myers, Florida, United States

ID & license verified

250 Customer reviews

Response time within an hour

Member since April 2020

angler's choice

The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.

Captain Cody has been fishing since he was a boy, but started to do this professionally in 2006. Born and raised in Florida, he's a second generation of fishermen. He realized that people love to go fishing, but they don't have the ability to do it on their own, so he decided to make it easy for them. He taught many people how to fish, especially children. It's always an exciting experience when they catch their first fish.

Which fish you can target

Mangrove Snapper

Snook

Speckled Trout

Tarpon

Tripletail

Boat specs

Customer reviews

Trip Reviews (41)

Charter Reviews (126)

Rating summary

5/5

out of 5 stars from 41 reviews

Photos & videos by reviewers (39)

Top-Notch Captain and a Fantastic Experience!

+36

Kenneth A.

5.0/5

Jan 2, 2026

Backwater Trip (AM)

excellent Fishing experience

VERIFIED

Cody is a very pleasant skipper with good knowledge of the area and over 15 years of Fishing experience. The weather was beautiful....

Captain replied

Courtney D.

5.0/5

Dec 11, 2025

Backwater Trip (AM)

Top-Notch Captain and a Fantastic Experience!

VERIFIED

We had an amazing time on our fishing charter with Captain Cody! He was awesome from start to finish. He is knowledgeable, patient,...

Captain replied

Nearby attractions

Sanibel Causeway

Causeway Islands Park

Sanibel Lighthouse

Lighthouse Beach Park

Which amenities are available onboard

Fighting chair

GPS

Fishfinder

Live bait well

Wireless trolling motor

Ice box

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle

Live bait

It is included in the trip price, unless tarpon crabs. Most days we will not be catching bait together.

Lures

Catch cleaning & filleting

Cleaning and fillet is included

Drinks

Water, Sodas

Fishing license

Yes; covered by Captain's license

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 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 not included

Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.

Child friendly

At least 4 years old; life vests provided

You keep catch

Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Pay online in full

Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.

No additional fees.

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

Visa

Mastercard

American Express

Checks

Bank transfer

When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

Operated by

Make A Wake – Sanibel Island

Private tour

Entire boat for your group

Captain

Cody Snead

Group Size

1 – 6

About the trip

About the charter captain

Cody Snead

Fort Myers, Florida, United States

ID & license verified

250 Customer reviews

Response time within an hour

Member since April 2020

angler's choice

The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.

Which fish you can target

Mangrove Snapper

Snook

Speckled Trout

Boat specs

Customer reviews

Trip Reviews (41)

Charter Reviews (126)

Rating summary

5/5

out of 5 stars from 41 reviews

Photos & videos by reviewers (39)

+36

Kenneth A.

5.0/5

Backwater Trip (AM) on January 2, 2026

excellent Fishing experience

VERIFIED

Cody is a very pleasant skipper with good knowledge of the area and over 15 years of Fishing experience. The weather was beautiful. His boat is a 25 foot Pathfinder, flats boat, ideal for our group of four. Our teenager was especially fond of riding in the tower. We caught around a dozen small sea trout, lady fish and a 13 inch flounder but Lost three or four big ones before we could get them to the boat. We visited three or four spots with different baits. overall, we got our moneys worth and...

Kenneth A. recommends Make A Wake – Sanibel Island

Cody Snead (The Captain)

Replied on January 2, 2026

Thanks for the great review, I really appreciate it.

Courtney D.

5.0/5

Backwater Trip (AM) on December 11, 2025

Top-Notch Captain and a Fantastic Experience!

VERIFIED

We had an amazing time on our fishing charter with Captain Cody! He was awesome from start to finish. He is knowledgeable, patient, and genuinely fun to be around. He did an excellent job getting us on the fish, and he was absolutely wonderful with our 4-year-old, making the whole experience exciting and comfortable for our little one. He created such a fun, memorable day for our family and I even caught my first shark! Highly recommend Captain Cody for anyone looking for a great day on the...

Courtney D. recommends Make A Wake – Sanibel Island

Cody Snead (The Captain)

Replied on December 11, 2025

Thanks for the great review. ireally appreciate it Courtney 🙏

Nearby attractions

Sanibel Causeway

Causeway Islands Park

Sanibel Lighthouse

Lighthouse Beach Park

Which amenities are available onboard

Fighting chair

GPS

Fishfinder

Live bait well

Wireless trolling motor

Ice box

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle

Live bait

It is included in the trip price, unless tarpon crabs. Most days we will not be catching bait together.

Lures

Catch cleaning & filleting

Cleaning and fillet is included

Drinks

Water, Sodas

Fishing license

Yes; covered by Captain's license

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 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 not included

Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.

Child friendly

At least 4 years old; life vests provided

You keep catch

Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Pay online in full

Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.

No additional fees.

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

Visa

Mastercard

American Express

Checks

Bank transfer

When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

US $550

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Trip Date

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September 2026

Group Size

2 adults • 0 children

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Backwater Trip (AM)

4 hour trip, starts at 8:00 AM

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