Captain
Dave Eliasson

Member since January 2021 Fort Myers, United States
Background
Island Time Adventures is Veteran run and owned. I've always been an avid fisherman. I have been fishing the Ft Myers area since childhood. Full time here for the last 15 years and have enjoyed the challenge of inshore fishing using lite tackle. There is nothing like the excitement of someone catching their first quality saltwater fish with that screaming drag. Having 4 children and 6 grandkids, I have lots of experience in fishing with beginners and expert anglers alike. Visualize fishing with your grandpa.
Techniques
Live bait both shrimp and pilchards or white bait Lure both plastic and plugs

Hey, I'm Captain Dave Eliasson

Fort Myers, United States
Background
Island Time Adventures is Veteran run and owned. I've always been an avid fisherman. I have been fishing the Ft Myers area since childhood. Full time here for the last 15 years and have enjoyed the challenge of inshore fishing using lite tackle. There is nothing like the excitement of someone catching their first quality saltwater fish with that screaming drag. Having 4 children and 6 grandkids, I have lots of experience in fishing with beginners and expert anglers alike. Visualize fishing with your grandpa.
Techniques
Live bait both shrimp and pilchards or white bait Lure both plastic and plugs
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My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(231 reviews)
Angler's choice
Fort Myers
 2 bookings in the past week.
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Trips from US $500

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 231 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (221)
I highly recommend Captain Dave!
I highly recommend Captain Dave!
An excellent day!
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
98%
Friendly captain
99%
Recommend this charter
99%
Appropriate for children
99%
Satisfied with the boat
99%
Caught fish
86%
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Thomas D.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Really enjoyable day!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on June 3, 2025
The weather hasnโ€™t been great & the wind & storms have the water all mixed up which isnโ€™t ideal for fishing. Captain Dave...
Thomas D. recommends Island Time Adventures
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Chris D.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great Experience!

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip (AM) on February 17, 2026
Had an amazing day on the water with Capt. Dave! He got us lots of fish, kept the kids entertained, safe, and everyone had...
Chris D. recommends Island Time Adventures
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Jill G.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

An excellent day!

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip โ€“ Island and River on February 15, 2026
We had a great day- Captain Dave was very knowledgeable and bent over backwards to make our first experience fishing in this...
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Michael L.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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I highly recommend Captain Dave!

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip (AM) on February 21, 2026
Took great care of two old men and a young g one.ย  We will use him again!
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Francis V.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great PM Trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on February 4, 2026
Capt Dave is a very personable individual. Communicates easily and follows up. My wife and I had a great time. Would definitely...
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