Captain
Michael Panichello

Member since July 2019 Bonita Springs, United States
Background
I grew up in Leigh Acres, FL. Being an avid fisherman and hunter, I took every chance I could to go fishing on the waters of SW Florida. After graduating from high school, I joined the U.S. Coast Guard where I spent 20 years traveling around both US coasts while spending most of my time in the Pacific Northwest. Upon retiring from the Coast guard, I came back to SW Florida, bought a boat and immediately returned to my favorite fishing grounds. I am very passionate about my work and you can always be certain that my boat will be in tiptop shape allowing you to have a safe and memorable trip.

Hey, I'm Captain Michael Panichello

Bonita Springs, United States
Background
I grew up in Leigh Acres, FL. Being an avid fisherman and hunter, I took every chance I could to go fishing on the waters of SW Florida. After graduating from high school, I joined the U.S. Coast Guard where I spent 20 years traveling around both US coasts while spending most of my time in the Pacific Northwest. Upon retiring from the Coast guard, I came back to SW Florida, bought a boat and immediately returned to my favorite fishing grounds. I am very passionate about my work and you can always be certain that my boat will be in tiptop shape allowing you to have a safe and memorable trip.
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My Charter Listing

Excellent
5.0 / 5
(63 reviews)
Bonita Springs
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Trips from US $500

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 63 reviews
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (72)
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
98%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
98%
Appropriate for children
98%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
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Michael M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fishing with Michael

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on May 11, 2023
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Tia N.
Jamestown, ND
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Half day trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on August 18, 2022
First time ocean fishing and it was amazing!!! Captain Mike was very helpful and knowledgeable. Iโ€™d definitely go again!!...
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Suzanne E.
Berea, Kentucky
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

December fishing trip

Half Day Trip (AM) on December 26, 2019
We were 1st timers to fishing excursions. On vacay at Sanibel & our son asked for a fishing excursion for Christmas. We had...
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LaVerne M.
Alexandria, VA
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Half Day Trip With Captain Mike

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on December 9, 2021
I felt very secure with Captain Mike at the helm. He was very attentive to my needs. We caught fish and I had a lot of fun....
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Melissa F.
Farmington Hills, MI
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Half day with Capt. Mike

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on June 19, 2021
Had a great day of fishing with Capt Mike. Caught lunch at our first stop and fished for fun thereafter. Felt safe and comfortable...
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