Nick Knowlton
Captain

Nick Knowlton

Punta Gorda, United States
100+ reviews
Join Captain Nick in Punta Gorda, Florida and have a beautiful time fishing the area's varied and rich waters.

Charter

Rating

4.8
102 reviews
4.8
Boat & Equipment
4.9
Captain & Crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

What anglers say

96%
Good experience
98%
Friendly captain
98%
Recommend this charter
93%
Appropriate for children
98%
Satisfied with the boat
98%
Caught fish

All reviews (102)

Showing 15 of 102 reviews
  • Ryan Boettcher
    Ryan Boettcher
    us
    Colorado, US
    Member since 2024
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Trip. Great gear, expert energetic captain with passion

    4 Hour Trip (PM)2 adults

    I have a unique perspective. I also run charter's but in deep water off the coast of Los Cabos, Mexico. I've logged over ,000 $15,000 hours fishing in my career and run my own charter operation. We just fished for different things. The boat is top notch with a reliable new motor. The gear is top notch and the captain knows exactly what he's doing.. hHeHee knows the local spots where the fish aggregate and we had an absolute blast. Great job Captain!! One day if you ever make it to Mexico, look me up in Los Cabos and I'll take you out.

    Reported catch:
    Tarpon
    Jack Crevalle
    Mangrove Snapper
    Snook
  • Eric Whiteman
    Eric Whiteman
    us
    Indiana, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Pick Captain Nick if catching fish is your goal.

    6 Hour Trip – Inshore3 adults

    All 3 of us started catching fish within 10 seconds of first cast. We had more than enough for dinner for 5 within the first hour. Full service fishing trip. All you have to do is cast, catch & reel. Even though we were capable of baiting our own lines, Captain Nick was so fast, you didn’t have time to do it yourself. The only time we weren’t catching fish was when we were dodging rain and reloading on bait and those were welcomed breaks.

    Reported catch:
    Speckled Trout
    Mangrove Snapper
    Snook
    Tarpon
  • Matt P
    Matt P
    us
    Florida, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Absolutely amazing charter

    6 Hour Trip – Inshore2 adults

    June 15th was not only father's day but my birthday. The day before I had a charter cancel on me after booking in advance. I found Nick and he made it happen for me and my wife last minute. Left the marina and within minutes he put us on the fish and he didn't stop despite conditions not being in our favor. Very knowledgeable and personable. I would recommend Nick time and time again. Will be my charter captain many times to come.

    Reported catch:
    Speckled Trout
    Mangrove Snapper
    Snook
    Jack Crevalle
  • Josh Bleck
    Josh Bleck
    Repeat angler
    us
    Wisconsin, US
    Member since 2025
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Fishing Trip

    4 Hour Trip (PM)2 adults1 child

    My 7-year old son and I went out for a half day trip. The trip was great! We tried a number of different spots and were regularly catching fish. The captain did a great job helping us keep lines baited and in the water. We caught multiple species, including a couple fish to take home and a beautiful tarpon. Overall a great experience and would highly recommend.

  • Daniel Gaetan
    Daniel Gaetan
    ca
    Ontario, Canada
    Member since 2024
    5.0
    Verified

    Second time out with Nick

    6 Hour Trip – Inshore2 adults

    This was our second time and second year fishing with Nick. Both times were a great experience and would fully recommend this charter to anyone looking to have a fun and exciting day on the water. Both times we caught enough for dinner with leftovers for lunch the next day. If it’s calling for cooler weather as it was when we were out in February, make sure to bring a sweater and a towel/blanket for when you are on the move. Thanks again to Nick and look forward to fishing with him again in the future.

    Reported catch:
    Speckled Trout
    Snook

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    Maybe seek a more experienced charter, if you want to catch fish and have an enjoyable day.
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What's biting with Fish Whistle Charters in Punta Gorda

Now that the Tarpon craze is dying down, set your sights on the big game fishing offshore. You can enjoy excellent fishing for Snapper, Grouper, and a few fall Spanish Mackerel near the pass.

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