Chris Anderson
Captain

Chris Anderson

Cape Coral, United States
Angler's choice
50+ reviews
Southern Charter Co is our family-owned and operated company, and I'm Captain Chris Anderson. Growing up, I woke up every morning and went fishing. Before school, after school, and sometimes during school. It's something I'd do with my Grandaddies and my Dad, and it turned into a passion. I was able to compete in local fishing tournaments, and now I'm living my dream of being a full-time charter captain. My wife and I are locals of Cape Coral, Florida, and Murrells Inlet, South Carolina.

Charters

Rating

5.0
83 reviews
5.0
Boat & Equipment
5.0
Captain & Crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

What anglers say

97%
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
98%
Recommend this charter
98%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
98%
Caught fish

All reviews (83)

Showing 1 – 5 of 83 reviews
  • Chris Erler
    Chris Erler
    Repeat angler
    us
    Pennsylvania, US
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    Member since 2025
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    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Bucket list checked off

    4 Hour Trip – Goliath Grouper - 1:00 PM • 2 adults

    As we pull away on the boat, I tell Chris that catching a Goliath is on my bucket list. He responds, "We're going to check it off your list today!" Suddenly, the rod bends, and verbal cues fly: "Pull up... Lower... Reel! Reel! Reel!" I reply, "I can't reel; it's impossible," with laughter in the background. Without Chris and Toby's help, I wouldn't have landed a monster Goliath. After catching the second one, I admit my body was completely exhausted. Of course, Chris insists we take her to the beach for a picture, and let me know that I'm going to get wet. Chris and Toby are the perfect team, and they'll get you on fish. Thanks for the memory, bruised arm, and sore back!

  • Carl Lane Lopez
    Carl Lane Lopez
    us
    Connecticut, US
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    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Day on the Water

    4 Hour Trip – Inshore/Flat (pm) • 4 adults

    Chris Anderson provided a wonderful fishing day in the Cape Coral Mangroves. The boat was fitted out with every device that you could imagine in the interest of pursuing snook in the many inshore mangrove nooks and cranies. Chris constantly shared his extensive knowledge of seeking out fish and was a pleasant companion. He was easy to talk with and was interested in your background and freely shared his. I succesfully filled in the missing species on my bucket list and landed my first snook. I would highly recomend Southern Charter for anyone looking for a relaxing and exciting day on the water.

  • Milton Knouse
    Milton Knouse
    Repeat angler
    us
    Pennsylvania, US
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    Member since 2019
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    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Busy Afternoon of Fishing in Cape Coral FL

    4 Hour Trip – Inshore/Flat (pm) • 4 adults

    We had a great afternoon out on the water with Southern Charters Fishing Co. Our Captain Chris was exceptional listening to our wants and needs then guiding us to where the fish were biting. Two (2) out of the 4 of us had never caught a fish in their lives ( one was 76 years old ). Chris was so great explaining how to use the rods and reals as well as keeping up with everyone’s needs from baiting our hooks to bringing the fish we caught onto the boat. All 4 of us caught many fish and we kept the 4 that where legal in size. Chris cleaned and bagged the fish we took home for dinner that night. He gave us tips on how to prepare the fish that was right on the nose, taste was wonderful and talk about Fresh. All 4 of us will go out with Chris & Southern Charters next time we are in Cape Coral FL. I hank you Chris for a great afternoon on the water and for being so in tune with our group of 4. Sincerely Ed Giel.

  • Ernie Wall
    Ernie Wall
    us
    Texas, US
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    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Outstanding trip !

    4 Hour Trip – Inshore/Flats (am) • 3 adults

    Got started and the rain came, Captain Chris ran us back in to cover. Waited about an hour and took us right back out. Caught our limit of Speckled Trout ! Deck Hand Austin was outstanding as well.

  • Jason Buckoski
    Jason Buckoski
    Repeat angler
    us
    Wisconsin, US
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    Member since 2026
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    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Captain Chris was great.

    4 Hour Trip – Inshore/Flats (am) • 6 adults • 4 children

    Captain Chris did a great job listening to what we were interest in catching. He showed us different techniques and put us on fish. We caught 6 different species of fish on our 2 trips booked with captain Chris. Our family of 6 had plenty of room to fish on his boat. We will definitely use captain Chris if we vacation back to this area again in the future.

Real catches shared by our community

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    Outstanding trip !
    Ernie W.
    Ernie W.
  • Southern Charter Co – Cape Coral
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    Great time had by all!
    Bill B.
    Bill B.
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    👍👍
    Michael M.
    Michael M.
  • Southern Charter Co – Cape Coral
    Southern Charter Co – Cape CoralCape Coral, FL
    Captain Chris was great.
    Jason B.
    Jason B.
  • Southern Charter Co – Cape Coral
    Southern Charter Co – Cape CoralCape Coral, FL
    Bucket list checked off
    Chris E.
    Chris E.
  • Southern Charter Co – Cape Coral
    Southern Charter Co – Cape CoralCape Coral, FL
    Great Day
    Rico K.
    Rico K.
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    off season florida fishing
    Brian S.
    Brian S.
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Our Fishing Locations

What's biting with Southern Charter Co – Cape Coral in Cape Coral

September is the end of the rainy season in Southwest Florida, but there is a risk of hurricanes. The water temperatures are still hot, but cold fronts may start to appear. Look out for Redfish spawning at the mouth of the Caloosahatchee River. 

Top catches for September