Captain
Mark Banish

Member since March 2021 Fort Myers, United States
Background
I have 30 years of boating experience with over 1500 days logged sea time in both fresh water and saltwater, including ownership of (4) different vessels up to 31' in length. The majority of my sea time was obtained in Florida, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia. I have a 100GT Master USCG captains license (near coastal) which allows me to charter up to 100 miles offshore in both inspected and un-inspected vessels in all US territorial waters. i am also an active volunteer member of the Unites States Coast Guard Auxiliary (New Smyrna) serving as Past Flotilla Commander, Certified Vessel Safety Inspector, and National Staff Officer for the Recreational Boating Safety B-Directorate. I currently operate inshore and offshore charters in New Smyrna Beach, FL and seasonal charters (March/April) in Fort Myers Beach, FL. My vessel is inspected annually by the United States Coast Guard UPV inspection program.
Techniques
I love to get customers hooked up on fish, depending on conditions and trip duration will bottom fish, drift fish, troll or fish inshore.

Hey, I'm Captain Mark Banish

Fort Myers, United States
Background
I have 30 years of boating experience with over 1500 days logged sea time in both fresh water and saltwater, including ownership of (4) different vessels up to 31' in length. The majority of my sea time was obtained in Florida, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia. I have a 100GT Master USCG captains license (near coastal) which allows me to charter up to 100 miles offshore in both inspected and un-inspected vessels in all US territorial waters. i am also an active volunteer member of the Unites States Coast Guard Auxiliary (New Smyrna) serving as Past Flotilla Commander, Certified Vessel Safety Inspector, and National Staff Officer for the Recreational Boating Safety B-Directorate. I currently operate inshore and offshore charters in New Smyrna Beach, FL and seasonal charters (March/April) in Fort Myers Beach, FL. My vessel is inspected annually by the United States Coast Guard UPV inspection program.
Techniques
I love to get customers hooked up on fish, depending on conditions and trip duration will bottom fish, drift fish, troll or fish inshore.
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My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(47 reviews)
Fort Myers
 3 bookings in the past week.
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Trips from US $625

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 47 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (56)
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
96%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
94%
Appropriate for children
96%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
82%
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Shawn O.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Excellent fishing trip

VERIFIED   NEW  6 Hour Trip (AM)-Offshore/NearShore on March 10, 2026
Great experience with White Cap Logistics fishing charter in Fort Myers Beach! Captain Mark was extremely knowledgeable and...
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Scott B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Poor weather turned to great fun and memories

VERIFIED   NEW  5 Hour Trip (AM)-INSHORE/NEAR SHORE on March 18, 2026
Capt Mark was great! Communicated early to adjust our trip to try to get better weather which was very much appreciated. Still...
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Michael E.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great day on the water

VERIFIED   NEW  5 Hour Trip (PM)-INSHORE/NEARSHORE on March 22, 2026
Had a great day fishing with the family. Even with the adversity of the wind conditions everyone caught a variety of species...
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Tim H.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Captain Mark is Outstanding

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip (AM)-INSHORE/NEAR SHORE on February 17, 2026
We had an enjoyable trip, weather conditions made offshore fishing unavailable. Captain Mark accommodated and adjusted for...
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Steve L.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
Overall

Fishing with Mark

VERIFIED   NEW  6 Hour Trip (AM)-Offshore/NearShore on March 31, 2026
Captain delayed the trip for a few hours based on weather, he was spot on with conditions.ย  He had a plan for the trip and...
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