Mike Moran
Captain

Mike Moran

Cape Coral, United States
Angler's choice
100+ reviews
Captain Mike got his first Jon Boat when he was 11 years old and living in Fort Myers Beach. He absolutely fell in love with the salt water, mangroves, and wildlife. He's been fishing these waters for 30 years and still learns something new every day. The captain believes that's the fun in it and that we'll never figure Mother Nature out.

Charter

Dragonfly Charters
Cape Coral
Instant Confirmation
Trips from
US $400

Rating

5.0
194 reviews
5.0
Boat & Equipment
5.0
Captain & Crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

What anglers say

100%
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
98%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
98%
Caught fish

All reviews (194)

Showing 15 of 194 reviews
  • Kyle Shepherd
    Kyle Shepherd
    us
    Illinois, US
    Member since 2023
    5.0
    Verified

    awesome !! a must do !

    Half day afternoon trip2 adults

    Very experienced, personable ,hard working capt , whatever your preferred style of fishing Mike can deliver, I myself like the fast action hunt cast and move till ya find fish and he knows the area the hot spots to increase your odds for some action! his boat in my opinion is the perfect size very easy to land fish fling em right on the bow , stealthy like a bass boat . Ive fished with Capt Mike a couple x now im from Illinois often hunting smallmouth up north and this style blends right in with me, I’ve caught big Snook, Redfish , sheepshead , sea trout with Mike now catching fish is never guaranteed , weather , time of year, temperature and that has an effect on every guide but worst case scenario you’ll have good conversation, see some wildlife and gain some experience I highly recommend Capt Mike and Dragonfly and he is my go too and will be back again

    Reported catch:
    Snook
    Mangrove Snapper
    Speckled Trout
    Sheepshead
    Response from Captain

    Its always fun as soon as you step on the bow. I love hunting those fish the same way you do!!!!! thanks for the very kind words Kyle, very much appreciated!!!! I look forward to every fishing trip we will go on!!!!!!!! take care and I’ll see you soon. thanks again!!!!

  • Wesley Sadler
    Wesley Sadler
    Repeat angler
    us
    Florida, US
    Member since 2022
    4 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Awesome Captain & Charter

    3/4 Day Trip2 adults

    Captain Mike is the man! Hes great a finding fish, using what the day has provided, and most of all being a great Captain. We had a wonderful day on the water and got to limit out on redfish which is always fantastic. My wife and I will definitely be coming back to see Captain Mike and go slay more redfish, trout, and snok with him in the future.

    Reported catch:
    Redfish
    Snook
    Mangrove Snapper
    Response from Captain

    Jordan, you are the man!!!!!!!!!! Thank Y’all so much for a wonderful day!! I’m glad the weather and fish couperated a little bit! lol You guys are great people, fisherman and fisherwoman!! Keep in touch, look forward to hangin again!!!! Take care!!!!

  • Jeremy Coe
    Jeremy Coe
    us
    Indiana, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great trip!!! Thanks Mike!!

    Half Day morning trip2 adults

    Captain Mike was great! Tarpon has always been on my bucket list and Mike made it happen for me!! I would highly recommend him to anyone looking to fish down here. We caught Redfish, Jack, Snook, and Tarpon. He was very knowledgeable about the fish, and the history of the area! We plan on coming back and will definitely be contacting Mike for future trips.

    Reported catch:
    Redfish
    Snook
    Jack Crevalle
    Response from Captain

    Thanks very much!!!!! I had a riot of a time with y’all!!!!! I’m so glad that those tarpon wanted to cooperate!!!!! Great people, great fisherman amd great converstion!!!! I can’t thank you enough!!!!! I’ll be waiting for that call for our next trip out!!!! Thanks again, Jeremy!!!! Take care!!!

  • Scott Stodghill
    Scott Stodghill
    us
    Colorado, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Capt Mike is Awesome!

    3/4 Day Trip2 adults

    Great communication before the trip so we could coordinate based on weather and tides. The boat is perfectly matched for the style of fishing and was ready and waiting when we arrived. I always go with guides to learn and he taught about technique, the fish, their patterns, everything. It was a great day and highly recommend!

    Response from Captain

    Hey Scott, it was a pleasure watching you both throw perfect casts for tarpon all day!!!! I wish that one would have stayed on the hook!!!! Thank you so much for everything!!! Hope to fish with you again. Mike

  • Robert Hofecker
    Robert Hofecker
    us
    Pennsylvania, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Awesome experience highly recommend!

    Half Day morning trip2 adults

    Had a great time fishing with Mike! Great fishing, great conversation as well. Mike started early to make sure we had fresh bait and works very hard to give you a great fishing experience. Caught a few nice redfish, saw Dolphins I will definitely be doing this again with Mike next time we’re in Cape Coral!

    Reported catch:
    Redfish
    Response from Captain

    Thank you Bob!!! That was fun, hope to fish with you again!!!

Real catches shared by our community

  • Dragonfly Charters
    Dragonfly ChartersCape Coral, FL
    Great trip.
    Bill P.
    Bill P.
  • Dragonfly Charters
    Dragonfly ChartersCape Coral, FL
    Awesome Captain & Charter
    Wesley S.
    Wesley S.
  • Dragonfly Charters
    Dragonfly ChartersCape Coral, FL
    Fun First Trip!
    Bradley H.
    Bradley H.
  • Dragonfly Charters
    Dragonfly ChartersCape Coral, FL
    What a trip!
    Michael M.
    Michael M.
  • Dragonfly Charters
    Dragonfly ChartersCape Coral, FL
    Capt Mike is Awesome!
    Scott S.
    Scott S.
  • Dragonfly Charters
    Dragonfly ChartersCape Coral, FL
    July fishing trip
    Ruchia H.
    Ruchia H.
  • Dragonfly Charters
    Dragonfly ChartersCape Coral, FL
    Captain was great!
    Robert L.
    Robert L.
  • Dragonfly Charters
    Dragonfly ChartersCape Coral, FL
    Great trip!!! Thanks Mike!!
    Jeremy C.
    Jeremy C.
  • Dragonfly Charters
    Dragonfly ChartersCape Coral, FL
    Great time !
    Bill B.
    Bill B.
  • Dragonfly Charters
    Dragonfly ChartersCape Coral, FL
    Personable, knowledgeable ,can put you on the fish captain.
    Robert G.
    Robert G.

What's biting with Dragonfly Charters in Cape Coral

September is the end of the rainy season in Southwest Florida, but there is a risk of hurricanes. The water temperatures are still hot, but cold fronts may start to appear. Look out for Redfish spawning at the mouth of the Caloosahatchee River. 

Top catches for September