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Lou Silva
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Lou Silva

Boca Grande, United States
Federal waters
100+ reviews
With over 10 years experience fishing the Gulf from Sarasota Bay to Fort Myers beach, Capt Lou will keep your line tight and your face smiling! Catering to anglers of all ability levels, he will be able to tailor any trip to your needs.
Aiden S.
Aiden S.
First mate

Charters

Rating

4.9
210 reviews
4.9
Boat & Equipment
4.9
Captain & Crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

What anglers say

94%
Good experience
99%
Friendly captain
98%
Recommend this charter
95%
Appropriate for children
99%
Satisfied with the boat
88%
Caught fish

All reviews (210)

Showing 1 – 5 of 210 reviews
  • Susan Angstadt
    Susan Angstadt
    us
    Pennsylvania, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Day on the Water!

    Inshore Fishing (4 Hour) • 3 adults • 1 child

    Our fishing trip was amazing! Captain Lou was very knowledgeable and knew exactly where to find the fish. We took our 6-year ild grandson along and he had a blast. Captain Lou taught him what to do and our grandson was thrilled to catch fish after fish! We greatly appreciated not only the Captain’s patience, but also his willingness to help our grandson by answering all of his questions. The boat also needs a shout out! The captain keeps it immaculate! We also loved the music - a great diversion for someone who often gets seasick. i would highly recommend this charter! You won’t be disappointed!

    Response from Captain

    thank you so much for the kind words. had a great time myself with you all. hope to see you all soon. thanks again!

  • David Germann
    David Germann
    Repeat angler
    us
    Wisconsin, US
    Member since 2025
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified
    NEW

    great fishing day worb my girls

    Nearshore Fishing (4 Hour) • 4 adults • 2 children

    captain Lou was great! we went with my two daughters age 8 and 6. he was super patient and put us on some fish for the girls to reel. They loved it. boat was very clean, great condition and overall great experievce and some fresh fish for dinner. we will be booking again

    Reported catch:
    Red Grouper
    Response from Captain

    Thanks again. It was a pleasure fishing with you and your girls. They did great!

  • Ken Deminsky
    Ken Deminsky
    Repeat angler
    us
    Minnesota, US
    Member since 2024
    4 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Minnesota Boyz had a Blast!

    Nearshore Fishing (4 Hour) • 2 adults • 1 child

    Brought my 13 old son down for a boys fishing trip. Our near shore trip the Lou and Aiden was nothing short of amazing! First off the boat and tunes are sweet! Captain lLou had us on the fish all trip! How awesome of a feeling to double up with your son on permit, corlbia and mangrove snapper just to name a few.! Thanks Lou & Aiden for a great day of fishing!!

    Reported catch:
    Great Barracuda
    Cobia
  • Jamey Matthews
    Jamey Matthews
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2023
    5.0
    Verified

    Great charter!! Great people!!

    Inshore Fishing (4 Hour) • 3 adults

    I cant thank Captain Lou and deck hand Aideen enough. Boat and equipment were basically new. Both were very friendly and personable. Super great guys. Id recommend this charter to anyone. It was low fishing season and he put us on the fish anyway. Very enjoyable. Just like we wanted. Highly recommend these guys.

    Response from Captain

    Thank you! the pleasure was ours. We enjoyed your comapany just as much.

  • Teri Moss
    Teri Moss
    Repeat angler
    us
    Indiana, US
    Member since 2025
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Awesome Experience!!

    Nearshore Fishing (4 Hour) • 3 adults

    Captain Lou was AWESOME! Took me , my son, and my Father in Law out for some nearshore fishing. He put us on fish. Permit, Mangrove Snapper, Grouper (unfortunately not in season), some nice Cobia’s and a bunch of other fish. Nice boat, good music, and great conversation. Will charter with him again. Thanks Captain Lou!

    Reported catch:
    Mangrove Snapper
    Permit
    Cobia
    Gag Grouper
    +1
    Response from Captain

    thank again Teri, had a bladt with your crew and looking forward to fishing with you all again soon.

Real catches shared by our community

  • Fast Cast Fishing – Boca Grande
    Fast Cast Fishing – Boca GrandeBoca Grande, FL
    Two young anglers proudly holding a large red snapper aboard a center-console fishing boat offshore.
    David G.
    David G.
    captain Lou was great! we went with my two daughters age 8 and 6. he was super patient and put us on some fish for the girls to reel. They loved it. boat was very clean, great condition and overall great experievce and some fresh fish for dinner. we will be booking again
  • Fast Cast Fishing - Punta Gorda
    Fast Cast Fishing - Punta GordaPunta Gorda, FL
    Angler proudly displaying a caught fish while on a fishing boat, showcasing a successful day on the water.
    Teri M.
    Teri M.
    Captain Lou was AWESOME! Took me , my son, and my Father in Law out for some nearshore fishing. He put us on fish. Permit, Mangrove Snapper, Grouper (unfortunately not in season), some nice Cobia’s and a bunch of other fish. Nice boat, good music, and great conversation. Will charter with him again. Thanks Captain Lou!
  • Fast Cast Fishing – Boca Grande
    Fast Cast Fishing – Boca GrandeBoca Grande, FL
    Young angler proudly holding a large permit fish aboard a center-console boat offshore.
    Fish 1
    Great Barracuda
    Ken D.
    Ken D.
    Brought my 13 old son down for a boys fishing trip. Our near shore trip the Lou and Aiden was nothing short of amazing! First off the boat and tunes are sweet! Captain lLou had us on the fish all trip! How awesome of a feeling to double up with your son on permit, corlbia and mangrove snapper just to name a few.! Thanks Lou & Aiden for a great day of fishing!!
  • Fast Cast Fishing – Boca Grande
    Fast Cast Fishing – Boca GrandeBoca Grande, FL
    Group selfie of four adult anglers aboard a covered fishing boat at the marina; no catch is visible.
    Jamey M.
    Jamey M.
    I cant thank Captain Lou and deck hand Aideen enough. Boat and equipment were basically new. Both were very friendly and personable. Super great guys. Id recommend this charter to anyone. It was low fishing season and he put us on the fish anyway. Very enjoyable. Just like we wanted. Highly recommend these guys.
  • Fast Cast Fishing – Sarasota
    Fast Cast Fishing – SarasotaNokomis, FL
    Large spotted fish being landed beside a boat in clear blue coastal water, with the fishing line visible and water splashing around the catch.
    Fish 1
    Goliath Grouper
    Tom C.
    Tom C.
    Captain Lou took care of everything. Great day on the water. Caught a big shark and a Goliath. Everything was smooth from pickup to dropoff. We had a blast.
  • Fast Cast Fishing - Punta Gorda
    Fast Cast Fishing - Punta GordaPunta Gorda, FL
    A variety of Speckled Trout displayed on a cleaning table, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Spanish Mackerel
    Brad L.
    Brad L.
    Captain Rob was awesome. We had high winds which kept us in the bay. Regardless he kept trying to put us on the fish and never gave up! We ended up hitting two areas abundant with spotted sea trout and Mackerel. We had a great time!
  • Fast Cast Fishing - Punta Gorda
    Fast Cast Fishing - Punta GordaPunta Gorda, FL
    A young angler proudly displaying a Snook caught while fishing on a boat in a scenic waterway.
    Drew F.
    Drew F.
    Captain Lou was great! We had incredibly difficult conditions (30+mph winds) but still managed to catch plenty of fish.
  • Fast Cast Fishing - Punta Gorda
    Fast Cast Fishing - Punta GordaPunta Gorda, FL
    A proud angler holding a large Redfish while enjoying a sunny day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Randy M.
    Randy M.
    We had a very enjoyable trip with Captain Lou. We caught several snook, a pile of catfish and a huge Redfish. Lou was knowledgeable and very pleasant to visit with. He worked hard to keep the four of us on fish. A great time!
  • Fast Cast Fishing – Boca Grande
    Fast Cast Fishing – Boca GrandeBoca Grande, FL
    A family enjoys a successful fishing trip, with a proud angler holding a large fish on a boat surrounded by mangroves.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Redfish
    Joseph B.
    Joseph B.
    Captain Lou and his first mate Aiden are the best guides in Florida. End of story! Lou guided my two sons (7 and 9) and FIL around to all his honey holes today and kept the action alive all day. Sheepshead, Red Fish, Mangrove Snapper, you name it, Lou will help you catch them all. One of the nicest rigs I’ve ever been on (insanely clean), A+ music all day, and kept vibes high for guests young and old. Can’t say enough about this Captain, he’s the best!
  • Fast Cast Fishing - Punta Gorda
    Fast Cast Fishing - Punta GordaPunta Gorda, FL
    A young angler proudly displaying a Sheepshead caught during a foggy fishing trip, with fellow anglers visible in the background.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Sheepshead
    Timothy T.
    Timothy T.
    Captain Chris was awesome, good instructor for the kids.

Our Fishing Locations

What's biting with Fast Cast Fishing – Boca Grande in Boca Grande

November is usually when winter starts in earnest, but that doesn't seem to bother the Redfish one bit, which is great as Snook start moving out.

Top catches for November

Fishing reports

Angler holding a freshly caught Sheepshead fish while on a boat, showcasing the striped pattern against the blue water.

Daily limits of sheeps in Boca Grande

Feb 19, 2026 • Boca Grande
The fishinv has been non stop, every charter this past two weeks has limited out on sheeps head. The chilly waters atteack these fish and they do not disappoint.
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