Captain
John Middleton

Member since April 2019 Fort Myers, United States
Background
I have over 35 years of fishing experience fishing inshore, nearshore, and freshwater. Being a fourth generation Floridian, I grew up fishing on the Caloosahatchee River, Pine Island Sound, Matlacha, and Bokeelia,saint James,Sanibel ,ft Myers beach from camping on the tip of Bokeelia to out gigging late nights with friends and family. I love to share my knowledge and experiences with others.

Hey, I'm Captain John Middleton

Fort Myers, United States
Background
I have over 35 years of fishing experience fishing inshore, nearshore, and freshwater. Being a fourth generation Floridian, I grew up fishing on the Caloosahatchee River, Pine Island Sound, Matlacha, and Bokeelia,saint James,Sanibel ,ft Myers beach from camping on the tip of Bokeelia to out gigging late nights with friends and family. I love to share my knowledge and experiences with others.

My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(107 reviews)
Fort Myers
 3 bookings in the past week.
 Instant Confirmation
Trips from US $450

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 108 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (76)
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
97%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
94%
Appropriate for children
97%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
98%
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Mike H.

The captain canceled

VERIFIED   NEW  April 6, 2026
The charter operator canceled 2 days prior to the trip date. This is an automated posting.
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Voldemars I.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great experience with a seasoned Captain

VERIFIED   NEW  3 Hour Relaxing Trip (PM) on March 15, 2026
Caught fish and we were enjoying the experience. While on the water the Captain sensed a quickly developing rain storm and...
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David D.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great morning of fishing.

VERIFIED   NEW  3 Hour Relaxing Trip (AM) on March 25, 2026
Captain John was great, he was very helpful, helped my 8 year old hook into some fish and made the experience fantastic. We...
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Steven P.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall
I have been out before with other captains in different situations.I can say with confidence that Capt John not only put us...
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John M.
Excellent
4.3 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
Overall

Great time!

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip (PM) on April 2, 2026
i took my wife, daughter ans two grandchildren fishing on the Gulf. it was the first time for alll of us. we had a great time...
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