Captain
Carlos Bastos

Member since February 2017 Holiday, United States
Background
Captain Carlos hails from New Jersey, where he fished his entire life for Cod and other local species. It was four years ago that he moved to Florida in the search of the big bottom-feeding fish like Groupers and Snappers. He loves taking families and kids out and teaching them all about fishing. He is an incredibly upbeat and fun person who will make your trip very enjoyable.
Techniques
We fish with live bait and jigs.

Hey, I'm Captain Carlos Bastos

Holiday, United States
Background
Captain Carlos hails from New Jersey, where he fished his entire life for Cod and other local species. It was four years ago that he moved to Florida in the search of the big bottom-feeding fish like Groupers and Snappers. He loves taking families and kids out and teaching them all about fishing. He is an incredibly upbeat and fun person who will make your trip very enjoyable.
Techniques
We fish with live bait and jigs.
325
Reviews
8
Fishing Reports
Verified

My Charter Listing

Bottoms Up Fishing Excursions

Federally permitted
Excellent
4.9 / 5
(325 reviews)
Holiday
 Last booking: 18 hours ago
 Instant Confirmation
Trips from US $600

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 325 reviews
See details
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (686)
Fantastic trip!
Fantastic trip!
Amazing Trip
+683
Angler rating
313
7
2
1
0
Anglers claimed
Good experience
97%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
99%
Appropriate for children
98%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
96%
Sort by:
Featured  
Showing:
5 of 325 reviews
Keith H.
Olmsted Falls, OH
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

3 hour trip with Captain Carlos

VERIFIED   Family Special on July 27, 2022
We had an absolute blast on our fishing trip with Captain Carlos, Jeremy, and Nick. Very experienced, knowledgeable and most...
Keith H. recommends Bottoms Up Fishing Excursions
Mark review as helpful
You found this review helpful
  Carlos Bastos Captain replied
Read more
Sherri N.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Awesome day fishing!

VERIFIED   6 Hour Coral Bottom Fishing Trip on May 12, 2024
Capt Jeremy and first mate Will did a fantastic job!ย  Jeremy kept us moving and on fish and it was an amazing day on the water!!!!...
Sherri N. recommends Bottoms Up Fishing Excursions
Mark review as helpful
You found this review helpful
  Carlos Bastos Captain replied
Read more
Rebecca D.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Best Captain

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on April 13, 2024
Captain Carlos was great when my Daddy got sick and even offered to refund some money. This was the 2nd time my family went...
Rebecca D. recommends Bottoms Up Fishing Excursions
Mark review as helpful
You found this review helpful
  Carlos Bastos Captain replied
Read more
Scott W.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Family Special

VERIFIED   Family Special on April 4, 2024
Capt. Carlos and crew provided a great fishing experience for 5 of us including grandchildren. They took the fish off our lines...
Scott W. recommends Bottoms Up Fishing Excursions
Mark review as helpful
You found this review helpful
  Carlos Bastos Captain replied
Read more
Joshua L.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great Dat

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on July 29, 2024
Carlos and Jeremy were absolutely fantastic and made our trip exceptional. Would recommend them to anyone if you are looking...
Joshua L. recommends Bottoms Up Fishing Excursions
Mark review as helpful
You found this review helpful
Joshua L. recommends Bottoms Up Fishing Excursions
Mark review as helpful
You found this review helpful
Read more
  • Settings