Captain
Shane Smetak

Member since April 2016 Englewood, United States
Background
I am an avid fisherman and very passionate about it, any days that I am not booked I’m fishing! I am very big into conservation. Come experience my passion for fishing and what Florida has to offer!
Techniques
I am a die hard Tarpon fanatic! I target giant tarpon on the beach and in the back country. We will throw artificial baits and live baits for these silver kings! Snook, Redfish and trout are some other species we target year round. Fish the back country of charlotte harbor and the flats of lemon bay! I also offer fly fishing trips for Tarpon, Snook and Redfish. Night fishing is a great way to target these species on the fly rod!

Hey, I'm Captain Shane Smetak

Englewood, United States
Background
I am an avid fisherman and very passionate about it, any days that I am not booked I’m fishing! I am very big into conservation. Come experience my passion for fishing and what Florida has to offer!
Techniques
I am a die hard Tarpon fanatic! I target giant tarpon on the beach and in the back country. We will throw artificial baits and live baits for these silver kings! Snook, Redfish and trout are some other species we target year round. Fish the back country of charlotte harbor and the flats of lemon bay! I also offer fly fishing trips for Tarpon, Snook and Redfish. Night fishing is a great way to target these species on the fly rod!
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Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 103 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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96%
Appropriate for children
82%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
93%
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Richard Z.
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Shane is a great captain

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip Inshore PM on March 21, 2024
Been on a lot of fishing charters and this was far and away my favorite of all time.ย  We had a great time!!
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Krystin L.
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Captain Shane is as great!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip Inshore PM on March 9, 2024
Very knowledgeable, lots of patience and fun! Would definitely recommend and plan on using him again in the future!
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Todd M.
Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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Captain Shane Was Greatโ€ฆ

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip Inshore am on April 1, 2024
My 10 year old son and I had an amazing experience with Captain Shane. Highly recommend for allโ€ฆ
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Tim S.
Excellent
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Great time with family

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip Inshore am on February 21, 2024
Family of 4 went on fishing trip with Captain Shane had incredible time . Hooked many sharks.
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Jody C.
Suffield, CT
Excellent
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Captain Shane is an exceptional tarpon Guide and Captain

VERIFIED   Tarpon Fly Fishing on May 28, 2021
If you are serious about fishing for Tarpon. you should book a trip with Captain Shane. He will get you to the Tarpon, and...
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