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Nick Thomas
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Nick Thomas

Sarasota, United States
50+ reviews
Capt. nick runs trips out of Sarasota aboard a 25' Parker. These waters are known for Snappers and Groupers and he will show you how to catch them, whether you're trolling or jigging. With great knowledge of the area, he has a trick or two up his sleeve, and the only way to learn is to join him out on the water!

Charter

Rating

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

What anglers say

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

All reviews (56)

Showing 1 – 5 of 56 reviews
  • Roger Yenn
    Roger Yenn
    us
    Ohio, US
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    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Calusa rocks

    4 Hour Trip (AM() • 3 adults

    Captain Nick put us on fish. Party of 3 inexperienced saltwater anglers. Nick worked very hard ensuring we were baited up at all times. Many of what we caught were used as bait for Goliath Grouper. One of two hook sets yielded a 50#’r and the other broke off. Mackeral, Baracuda, Jack Crevalle, Mangrove Snapper were also caught. 4 hr trip wasn’t enough. 6 hour next time. Nick was fantastic.. Knowledgeable, Professional and Experienced. Will book again. Siesta Key has been our vacation location the past 17 years. Calusa will now be one of our destinations. Thanks Captain Nick!

    Reported catch:
    Great Barracuda
    Mangrove Snapper
    Sheepshead
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Brad Blackburn
    Brad Blackburn
    us
    Georgia, US
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    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    The Guys from Texas! Awesome guide!

    4 Hour Trip (AM() • 4 adults

    There are a lot of fishing charters in this area! We selected Calusa Fishing Charters because the reviews said Captain Nick put his guests on fish quick! We loaded the boat and were catching fish within 10 minutes of being on the water. BIG FISH!! Matter of fact every location Captain Nick took us that morning, we caught lots of fish. Everything from Snook, Sea Trout, Redfish and Spanish Maceral. We caught close to 30 fish in a 4 hour trip Several times we were doubled up catching two fish at once. He did everything for us, from baiting hooks to taking the fish off the line! I have been on many charters in my life but none as good as this one. Nick is one helluva good guide! My son and I had an absolute blast, great trip for him. One that he will always remember! Thank you Nick! We will be back and looking for you to guide us again. Don't miss booking with Nick!

    Reported catch:
    Snook
    Redfish
    Speckled Trout
  • Scott Labrash
    Scott Labrash
    Repeat angler
    us
    Colorado, US
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    Member since 2024
    •
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified
    NEW

    really good fiahing trip with an amazing captain.

    4 Hour Trip (AM() • 3 adults

    Nick was great and put us on fish! Would hghly recommend, and cannot wait for the next trip.

  • Chris Price
    Chris Price
    Repeat angler
    us
    Georgia, US
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    Member since 2022
    •
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Fishing

    4 Hour Trip (AM() • 4 adults

    Had a blast Nick! Put us on the fish! Caught snapper, flounder snook and a flounder although it did get off! Had a blast Nick! If we are ever back in Siesta Keys we will hook up again!

    Reported catch:
    Snook
    Mangrove Snapper
    Response from Captain

    thanks so much chris! glad to have u out!

  • Michael Scheuerman
    Michael Scheuerman
    us
    Iowa, US
    •
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Fishing with Nick

    6 Hour Trip • 2 adults

    Captain Nick was great! he got us into some great fish! Grouper, Shark, Cobia, Snapper!

    Reported catch:
    Cobia
    Mangrove Snapper
    Gag Grouper
    Blacktip Shark
    Response from Captain

    heck yeah mike thanks for coming out!

Real catches shared by our community

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    Michael S.
    Michael S.
  • Calusa Coast Charters
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    Calusa rocks
    Roger Y.
    Roger Y.
  • Calusa Coast Charters
    Calusa Coast ChartersSiesta Key, FL
    Awseome time!
    James C.
    James C.
  • Calusa Coast Charters
    Calusa Coast ChartersSiesta Key, FL
    The Guys from Texas! Awesome guide!
    Brad B.
    Brad B.
  • Calusa Coast Charters
    Calusa Coast ChartersSiesta Key, FL
    Caught over 50 fish in 6 hours
    Steven B.
    Steven B.
  • Calusa Coast Charters
    Calusa Coast ChartersSiesta Key, FL
    Top Rate!
    William P.
    William P.
  • Calusa Coast Charters
    Calusa Coast ChartersSiesta Key, FL
    In-shore slam!!
    Samuel D.
    Samuel D.
  • Calusa Coast Charters
    Calusa Coast ChartersSiesta Key, FL
    Fantastic Inshore Fishing Trip with Captain Joseph!
    Josh D.
    Josh D.
  • Calusa Coast Charters
    Calusa Coast ChartersSiesta Key, FL
    Great time
    Stephen S.
    Stephen S.
  • Calusa Coast Charters
    Calusa Coast ChartersSiesta Key, FL
    A great day ! Inshore Slam !
    Robert W.
    Robert W.

What's biting with Calusa Coast Charters in Sarasota

The summer winds down slowly and uneventfully... somewhere else! Here, you've got Barracuda, King Mackerel, Tuna, Bluefish, Tarpon, Amberjack, and Sharks, and that's without even getting into the deeper waters way offshore!

Top catches for September

Fishing reports

Young angler proudly holding a large Snook while fishing in a scenic mangrove area.

Snook snook snook

Jul 12, 2024 • Sarasota
Summer time snook and snapper bite going strong!
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A variety of fish including flounder and snapper displayed on a cleaning table, showcasing a successful fishing trip.

Great mixed bag!

Jul 3, 2024 • Sarasota
Great time with five folks from michigan! We were able to fill the cooler with quite a mixed bag! Mangrove snapper (my favorite), 2 nice flounder (another favorite), spanish mackerel and blue fish! The mackerel are running thick right now and the snapper are all over. These folks enjoyed an incredible asain steamed fish feast later that day! Very impressive cooking skills.
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An angler proudly displaying a large Snook while fishing from a boat in a coastal environment.

Summertime snook snapper sea trout

Jul 1, 2024 • Sarasota
Snapper are plentiful along with snook and sea trout! Water is clearing up beautifully despite the rainfall. Using live bait near beaches rocks and grassflats to catch these species plus much more!
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