Captain
Eric Hildebrandt

Member since November 2021 Bonita Springs, United States
Background
Captain Eric is a USMC veteran and a retired LEO living in Southwest Florida since 2017.
Techniques
Captain Eric uses light tackle and fishes the backwaters and nearshore reefs of Bonita Springs, Naples, Fort Myers Beach, as well as Estero Bay.

Hey, I'm Captain Eric Hildebrandt

Bonita Springs, United States
Background
Captain Eric is a USMC veteran and a retired LEO living in Southwest Florida since 2017.
Techniques
Captain Eric uses light tackle and fishes the backwaters and nearshore reefs of Bonita Springs, Naples, Fort Myers Beach, as well as Estero Bay.
Anglers Choice
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BonitaFish Charters

State licensed
Excellent
4.9 / 5
(78 reviews)
Angler's choice
Bonita Springs
 Last booking: 6 days ago
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Trips from US $450

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 78 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (147)
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
98%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
99%
Appropriate for children
98%
Satisfied with the boat
98%
Caught fish
96%
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Ann M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great experience

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip (AM) on February 2, 2025
We had a wonderful morning with Captain Eric! Fishing and scenery were goodโ€ฆ.highly recommend
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Kevin B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Biggest fish of my life

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip (AM) on June 15, 2025
Within an hour I caught a 34 lbs Black Drum fish.ย  What a day!
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Andrew D.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great morning on the water

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip (AM) on February 6, 2025
Eric is a good guy, and an even better person.ย  We will book again!
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Wade D.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great family excursion!

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip (AM) on July 24, 2024
My wife, mother-in-law, daughter (12), son (7), and I all had a fantastic time! Captain Eric was friendly and knowledgeable...
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David J.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Beautiful day fishing the bay!

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip (AM) on June 13, 2025
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