Captain
John Pipitone

Member since May 2016 Marco Island, United States
Background
Grew up on the small island of Marco. I began fishing as a kid and got my own boat when I was 15. I started going fishing after school and on the weekend with my buddies. I fell in love with the backcountry and the abundance of fish that you can catch. After many years of fishing, I decided to start my own charter business to show people what I have learned over the years. Book a trip today and see what fishing around Marco is all about
Techniques
I fish the backwaters and nearshore wrecks around Marco island with spinning outfits with livebait or jigs. I fish off a brand new 25 pathfinder 2500 hybrid dry and comfortable.

Hey, I'm Captain John Pipitone

Marco Island, United States
Background
Grew up on the small island of Marco. I began fishing as a kid and got my own boat when I was 15. I started going fishing after school and on the weekend with my buddies. I fell in love with the backcountry and the abundance of fish that you can catch. After many years of fishing, I decided to start my own charter business to show people what I have learned over the years. Book a trip today and see what fishing around Marco is all about
Techniques
I fish the backwaters and nearshore wrecks around Marco island with spinning outfits with livebait or jigs. I fish off a brand new 25 pathfinder 2500 hybrid dry and comfortable.

My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(196 reviews)
Marco Island
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Trips from US $575

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 196 reviews
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Very Good charter - 4.5 stars
March fishing trip
March fishing trip
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
97%
Friendly captain
99%
Recommend this charter
96%
Appropriate for children
95%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
91%
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LORI G.
Tarpon Springs, FL
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Trip if a lifetime

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) โ€“ Inshore on March 25, 2022
My husband and two boys had a great experience! Thank you!
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Paul M.
Wheaton, IL
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Very good
4.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Half day trip with Captain John Pepitone.

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) โ€“ Inshore on March 3, 2022
We caught a lot of fish, mostly lady fish, catfish, and sheepshead. John worked hard to find good fishing spots for us. It...
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Dave G.
Chestertown, MD
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

6hr trip with Capt Mike

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip โ€“ Inshore on February 19, 2022
Nice day, caught a variety of fish. Lots of fun had by all.
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Stanley S.
Seneca, SC
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Four hour Trip with Southbound Fishing Charters

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) โ€“ Inshore on September 21, 2020
I fished the 10,000 island 9/24/2020 with a Captain John in Marco Island, Fla. It was probable the best guided trip I have...
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Lance S.
Wauconda, IL
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Wow wow wow

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) โ€“ Inshore on May 28, 2020
If you donโ€™t book with Captain John youโ€™re just missing an unbelievable day of fishing my son caught a 40 inch snook I...
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