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Robert Reed
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Robert Reed

Fort Myers, United States
Angler's choice
250+ reviews
Capt. Robert Reed has more than 20 Professional full time years as a fishing guide in South West Florida. He has done several T.V. shows and has taught shallow water angling and fly casting techniques at dozens of venues abroad teaching experienced anglers and educating newcomers what he's learned over the years. The waterways he guides in include Pine Island Sound, Charlotte harbor, BocaGrande, Captiva Island, Sanibel Island, Fort Myers, and Cape Coral.

Charter

Rating

4.9
291 reviews
4.9
Boat & Equipment
4.9
Captain & Crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

What anglers say

96%
Good experience
98%
Friendly captain
98%
Recommend this charter
97%
Appropriate for children
99%
Satisfied with the boat
92%
Caught fish

All reviews (291)

Showing 1 – 5 of 291 reviews
  • Bianca Macias
    Bianca Macias
    us
    Georgia, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    A 5 Star First Fishing Experience, Be sure to book with Captain Robert!

    Half Day Trip (AM) • 2 adults

    We genuinely could not have asked for a better experience with Captain Robert! From the moment we booked our trip, Robert was incredibly communicative and helpful. He reached out beforehand with everything we needed to know, gave us clear directions for meeting him at the marina, and had water, ice, tackle, and licensing all taken care of. Everything felt easy and organized from beginning to end… which made it even easier for us to just show up and enjoy the morning. This trip was especially important to us because we were in Fort Myers celebrating our minimoon, and I had never fished before in my life. My husband, Corey, really wanted me to catch my first fish on this trip and Robert absolutely made that happen, multiple times at that! He was incredibly patient with me, explained what I needed to do in a way that was easy to understand, helped whenever I needed it, and never made being a complete beginner feel intimidating. By the end of the trip, I had caught around 4–5 different species, including catfish, trout, snapper, and snook. Going from never catching a fish to catching several different kinds in one morning was such a fun experience! What really stood out, though, was that Robert wasn't just taking us out on a boat and putting fishing rods in our hands. He genuinely knows the area and knows how to create a great experience. He took us to different spots, knew where to look for fish, shared stories and information about the islands and surrounding waterways, and gave us little tips and explanations along the way. You can tell he has a ton of knowledge and experience, but he explains things in a way that works whether you've been fishing for years or, like me, have absolutely no idea what you're doing. He was also just fun to spend the morning with. Conversation was easy, we laughed, learned a lot, and even ended up talking about our next big trip to the Pacific Northwest, which turned into Robert giving us recommendations and tips for that adventure too. It felt personal rather than like we were simply another booking on his calendar. And most importantly…. we caught sowm dang fish and had a blast doing it! 🎣 For anyone comparing charters in the Fort Myers/Sanibel area, especially if you're a beginner, a couple looking for something fun to do together, or simply want a captain who is knowledgeable, personable, prepared, and genuinely invested in giving you a great day on the water, book with Captain Robert. My first-ever fishing trip set the bar pretty high. 😂 We will absolutely reach out to him again the next time we're in Fort Myers and cannot recommend him enough. Thank you, Captain Robert, for helping make our minimoon (and my first fishing experience) one we'll always remember! P.S. Corey can officially say he accomplished his mission of getting me to catch my first fish. 😂

    Reported catch:
    Snook
    Mangrove Snapper
    Speckled Trout
    Redfish
    Response from Captain

    That might be the best review i've ever gotten.Thank you so much.The pleasure was all mine, and I will be happy to fish.You guys again.

  • Corey Langer
    Corey Langer
    Repeat angler
    us
    Indiana, US
    Member since 2026
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great time!

    Half Day Trip - 8:00 AM • 5 adults

    We had a great half day trip with Captain Rob. Unfortunately due to the cold front and the water temp we didn’t bring in a whole lot, but we knew that going into it. It was gonna be a tough one out there for everyone. I know a handful of Guide’s got skunk to that day due to the conditions, but Captain Rob still got a fish or two for all of us. Boat was clean and rode great. Equipment was really solid as well. Would definitely book with him again when the water warms up a little bit but would recommend booking to anyone on the fence. He had a great attitude and kept us entertained the whole time. Very nice and likable. Thanks again captain!

    Reported catch:
    Speckled Trout
    Response from Captain

    Thanks for the great review Corey, it was my pleasure and will look forward to fishing with you guys again in the future.

  • Brianna Pozo Ramirez
    Brianna Pozo Ramirez
    us
    Wisconsin, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified
    NEW

    Best trip

    3/4 Day Trip • 4 adults

    First time fishing on ocean in boat captain was very nice and helpfully make the trip so much fun especially since we go to see dolphins

    Reported catch:
    Speckled Trout
    Mangrove Snapper
    Response from Captain

    I'm glad you guys had a great time.The pleasure was all mine.I look forward to fishing.You guys again in the future.

  • Tina Marie
    Tina Marie
    us
    Wisconsin, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Sharks!! So Fun!!

    Fun Fishing & Sightseeing Trip • 3 adults • 1 child

    Rob was fantastic, very knowledgeable and found us some great fishing!! We caught several trout and baby sharks! It was so fun! We had several trout keepers that we took to The Lazy Flamingo, per Rob's recommendation, and it was delicious! I highly recommend this fishing experience.

    Reported catch:
    Speckled Trout
    Response from Captain

    Thanks for the great review and recommendation. I'm glad you guys had a great time fishing with me. It was my pleasure to fish with you as well.

  • Derrick Mayhew
    Derrick Mayhew
    ca
    Ontario, Canada
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great time

    Fun Fishing & Sightseeing Trip • 4 adults • 2 children

    Captain Rob put us on the fish. He knew exactly where to go and what bait to use. We caught multiple species of fish and we had some Trout keepers! He is great with kids and showed them a great experience. We will definitely be using Captain Rob's services in the future!

    Response from Captain

    That was a fun trip and I appreciate the great review.It was a lot of fun fishing with you and your family and look forward to it in the future.

Real catches shared by our community

  • Tarpon Magic Charters
    Tarpon Magic ChartersFort Myers, FL
    Angler proudly displaying a Snook caught while fishing in a scenic mangrove area.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Speckled Trout
    Bianca M.
    Bianca M.
    We genuinely could not have asked for a better experience with Captain Robert! From the moment we booked our trip, Robert was incredibly communicative and helpful. He reached out beforehand with everything we needed to know, gave us clear directions for meeting him at the marina, and had water, ice, tackle, and licensing all taken care of. Everything felt easy and organized from beginning to end… which made it even easier for us to just show up and enjoy the morning. This trip was especially important to us because we were in Fort Myers celebrating our minimoon, and I had never fished before in my life. My husband, Corey, really wanted me to catch my first fish on this trip and Robert absolutely made that happen, multiple times at that! He was incredibly patient with me, explained what I needed to do in a way that was easy to understand, helped whenever I needed it, and never made being a complete beginner feel intimidating. By the end of the trip, I had caught around 4–5 different species, including catfish, trout, snapper, and snook. Going from never catching a fish to catching several different kinds in one morning was such a fun experience! What really stood out, though, was that Robert wasn't just taking us out on a boat and putting fishing rods in our hands. He genuinely knows the area and knows how to create a great experience. He took us to different spots, knew where to look for fish, shared stories and information about the islands and surrounding waterways, and gave us little tips and explanations along the way. You can tell he has a ton of knowledge and experience, but he explains things in a way that works whether you've been fishing for years or, like me, have absolutely no idea what you're doing. He was also just fun to spend the morning with. Conversation was easy, we laughed, learned a lot, and even ended up talking about our next big trip to the Pacific Northwest, which turned into Robert giving us recommendations and tips for that adventure too. It felt personal rather than like we were simply another booking on his calendar. And most importantly…. we caught sowm dang fish and had a blast doing it! 🎣 For anyone comparing charters in the Fort Myers/Sanibel area, especially if you're a beginner, a couple looking for something fun to do together, or simply want a captain who is knowledgeable, personable, prepared, and genuinely invested in giving you a great day on the water, book with Captain Robert. My first-ever fishing trip set the bar pretty high. 😂 We will absolutely reach out to him again the next time we're in Fort Myers and cannot recommend him enough. Thank you, Captain Robert, for helping make our minimoon (and my first fishing experience) one we'll always remember! P.S. Corey can officially say he accomplished his mission of getting me to catch my first fish. 😂
  • Tarpon Magic Charters
    Tarpon Magic ChartersFort Myers, FL
    A neat display of multiple Speckled Trout laid out on a fillet table, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
    Mary Ann T.
    Mary Ann T.
    Captain Rob did a fantastic job putting us on the fish!!!! Very accommodating and friendly!!
  • Tarpon Magic Charters
    Tarpon Magic ChartersFort Myers, FL
    A young angler proudly displaying a large Speckled Trout while fishing on a boat in calm waters.
    Fish 1
    Blacktip Shark
    Tina M.
    Tina M.
    Rob was fantastic, very knowledgeable and found us some great fishing!! We caught several trout and baby sharks! It was so fun! We had several trout keepers that we took to The Lazy Flamingo, per Rob's recommendation, and it was delicious! I highly recommend this fishing experience.
  • Tarpon Magic Charters
    Tarpon Magic ChartersFort Myers, FL
    Angler proudly displaying a large Jack Crevalle while fishing on a sunny day.
    Fish 1
    Jack Crevalle
    Joel F.
    Joel F.
  • Tarpon Magic Charters
    Tarpon Magic ChartersFort Myers, FL
    A close-up of a hand holding a Silverfish in a net, showcasing the catch during a fishing trip.
    Travis S.
    Travis S.
    Captain Robert was great and we all had a blast. Would recommend!
  • Tarpon Magic Charters
    Tarpon Magic ChartersFort Myers, FL
    Young angler holding a large snook aboard a fishing boat in calm coastal waters.
    Ben T.
    Ben T.
    Great experience. Captain Rob was wonderful. A great teacher for my boys 10 and 13 teas old. We caught Sea Trout, Snook and Mackeral. Captain Rob new right where to go and what technique to use. At one point we were catching fish each cast.
  • Tarpon Magic Charters
    Tarpon Magic ChartersFort Myers, FL
    A young angler proudly displaying a Speckled Trout while fishing on a boat, enjoying a sunny day on the water.
    Whitney B.
    Whitney B.
    He definitley knows the water and made it a trip to remember! Highly recommend!
  • Tarpon Magic Charters
    Tarpon Magic ChartersFort Myers, FL
    Young angler proudly holding a large Snook while fishing on a boat in calm waters.
    Snook fishing is starting to ramp up and here is a nice catch by Sebastian.This is his first snook.
  • Tarpon Magic Charters
    Tarpon Magic ChartersFort Myers, FL
    A young angler proudly displaying a Snook while fishing on a boat in coastal waters.
    John B.
    John B.
    This was our first time fishing in the ocean and we had a great experience. My son caught 5 fish and a huge snook on his first cast. I caught 1, but was way more excited for my son. Great times, Captain Robert knew all the good spots and we even saw a manatee.
  • Tarpon Magic Charters
    Tarpon Magic ChartersFort Myers, FL
    A young angler and an adult proudly display a large Spanish Mackerel while fishing together on a sunny day.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Spanish Mackerel
    It's been a mixed bag of fish lately. Were catching mackerel, sea trout, sharks, snapper, sheepshead and black drum for the last couple of days now.

What's biting with Tarpon Magic Charters in Fort Myers

The Redfish spawn continues, with excellent fishing available. Temperatures gradually start to drop, remaining extremely comfortable for fish and anglers. Big Trout start to show up on the flats and the Snook are getting fat.

Top catches for November

Fishing reports

Young angler proudly holding a large Snook while fishing on a boat in calm waters.

First Snook

Mar 25, 2026 • Fort Myers
Snook fishing is starting to ramp up and here is a nice catch by Sebastian.This is his first snook.
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A young angler and an adult proudly displaying a caught shark while on a fishing trip in a scenic waterway.

Mixed bag.

Mar 11, 2026 • Fort Myers
It's been a mixed bag of fish lately. Were catching mackerel, sea trout, sharks, snapper, sheepshead and black drum for the last couple of days now.
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Two anglers proudly displaying their catches of Speckled Trout while fishing on a sunny day.

Spotted redfish and trout.

Feb 16, 2026 • Fort Myers
Still catching nice keepr trout and redfish. This red fish looked like a cheetah sporting 27 spots. A rare catch with that many spots for sure.
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Angler proudly displaying a large Redfish while fishing in a scenic coastal environment.

Red alert

Feb 9, 2026 • Fort Myers
Were catching reds 14 to 17 inches up to 30 inches right now.
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