Paul Petersen
Captain

Paul Petersen

Cape Coral, United States
Angler's choice
100+ reviews
Growing up in South Florida, Captain Paul has Decades of experience on the water as a lifelong Waterman. Paul is a 30 year USCG licensed Captain with experience in Florida, Mexico, Hawaii, and the Bahamas. He has lived and fished in Cape Coral and the surrounding estuaries for the last 17 years.

Charter

WeGoFishCapeCoral
Cape Coral
Instant Confirmation
Trips from
US $350

Rating

5.0
188 reviews
4.9
Boat & Equipment
5.0
Captain & Crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

What anglers say

99%
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
99%
Caught fish

All reviews (188)

Showing 1 – 5 of 188 reviews
  • Erik Skaar
    Erik Skaar
    us
    Minnesota, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great fishing trip for the family!!

    4 Hour Fishing Trip- Inshore • 3 adults • 1 child

    We had an amazing time with WeGoFish! We caught plenty of fish, and Captain Paul was outstanding throughout the entire trip. He was friendly, knowledgeable, patient, and especially great with our little one, making sure everyone had a fun and memorable experience. The fishing was excellent, the boat was well-equipped, and Captain Paul worked hard to keep us on the fish all day. We caught a lot of fish and learned a few things along the way too. Overall, it was a fantastic experience from start to finish. If you’re looking for a great day on the water, I highly recommend WeGoFish and Captain Paul

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

    🙏 thank you so much Mr. Skaar for bringing out your wonderful family and spending the day with me ,and leaving such an awesome review. It was truly my pleasure. Thank you for your generosity and I hope I can see you guys again in the future. Cheers. 

  • Scott Smith
    Scott Smith
    Repeat angler
    us
    North Carolina, US
    Member since 2025
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Trip

    5 Hour Fishing Trip – Inshore • 5 adults • 1 child

    Capt Paul was great. Very personable, easy to talk to, and experienced. Communication was great. My brother and I took our 4 kids 3 boys and 1 girl ages 8-16. The bite wasnt the best today but we still had a grest time and caught some fish. The boat was perfect for the back country and flats and fishing gear was great. Capt Paul worked hard keeping the kids lines baited and in the water. Would definitely book again when in the area. Thanks Capt!! I’ve been on many fishing charters. If you have kids or are new and want to try…. this is the charter for you!!!

    Response from Captain

    thank you so much guys for coming out bringing your wonderful family and leaving such a great review. It was so much my pleasure and I look forward to seeing you guys again in the future. Thank you so much for your awesome generosity. Cheers.

  • Jane Skovbroten
    Jane Skovbroten
    us
    Minnesota, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Perfect Family Fishing Trip

    Quick Trip/Cruise inshore With sightsee • 5 adults • 1 child

    We had a great time fishing with Captain Paul today! The 3-hour trip was the perfect choice for a hot September day. He put us right on the fish and shared a lot of great information about the local area along the way. Captain Paul was super professional, easy to communicate with, and great about keeping in touch before the trip. He was also wonderful with our two-year-old, which made the whole experience even better for our family. We had a fantastic time and would definitely recommend Captain Paul. We’ll absolutely be back next time!

    Reported catch:
    Mangrove Snapper
    Redfish
    Snook
    Response from Captain

    thank you so much guys for bringing out your wonderful family being so generous to me and writing such a nice review. It is so much my pleasure to take you folks and show you the best time I can. Hope to see you again in the future. Cheers. 

  • Samuel Robinson
    Samuel Robinson
    us
    North Carolina, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Best Trip with Best Captain!

    5 Hour Fishing Trip – Inshore • 6 adults • 2 children

    Captain Paul was absolutely wonderful! There was 5 on our trip and he kept us baited, lines in the water, and on fish the whole trip! We caught a TON of fish from sheepshead, catfish, trout, mangroves, and was able to take home a beautiful slot Red and 2 great Pompano, he even gave us tips on how to cook the fish which turned out wonderful! Definitely recommend Capt Paul and WeGoFishCapeCoral! We will definitely book with him again!

    Reported catch:
    Flounder
    Mangrove Snapper
    Pompano
    Speckled Trout
    +3
    Response from Captain

    thank you guys for bringing out your wonderful family and spending your day with me. I truly appreciate that. Thank you so much for your kind words and generosity and I look so forward to taking you out again in the future. Cheers. 

  • Kimberly Sands
    Kimberly Sands
    us
    North Carolina, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Awesome Day!

    4 HR Afternoon Inshore fishing trip • 2 adults

    We went on a fishing trip yesterday with Captain Paul, and it was an amazing experience! It was just me, my husband, our son, and daughter-in-law, and Captain Paul was wonderful from start to finish. He knew exactly where the fish were and made sure everyone had a great time. We also got to see a dolphin, a manatee, and several really cool birds, which made the trip even more special. Captain Paul was always right there to help—baiting hooks, casting, and making sure everything ran smoothly. The trip was so much fun, and we couldn’t have asked for a better captain. Highly recommend!

    Reported catch:
    Redfish
    Sheepshead
    Snook
    Response from Captain

    thank you so much, Kimberly for those awesome words and for bringing your lovely family out to spend the day with me. It was definitely my pleasure. Look forward to seeing you guys again in the future. Cheers.

Real catches shared by our community

  • WeGoFishCapeCoral
    WeGoFishCapeCoralCape Coral, FL
    Two young anglers proudly hold a speckled sea trout on a sunny waterfront dock.
    Fish 1
    Speckled Trout
    Andy P.
    Andy P.
    he was an excellent captain worked hard to put us on fish. 
  • WeGoFishCapeCoral
    WeGoFishCapeCoralCape Coral, FL
    Adult angler holding a spotted seatrout aboard a small fishing boat on calm coastal waters.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +2
    Speckled Trout
    Samuel R.
    Samuel R.
    Captain Paul was absolutely wonderful! There was 5 on our trip and he kept us baited, lines in the water, and on fish the whole trip! We caught a TON of fish from sheepshead, catfish, trout, mangroves, and was able to take home a beautiful slot Red and 2 great Pompano, he even gave us tips on how to cook the fish which turned out wonderful! Definitely recommend Capt Paul and WeGoFishCapeCoral! We will definitely book with him again!
  • WeGoFishCapeCoral
    WeGoFishCapeCoralCape Coral, FL
    A proud angler and a young boy display a freshly caught Sheepshead on a fishing boat, enjoying a sunny day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Sheepshead
    Nic G.
    Nic G.
    Paul was an awesome captain and provided the best experience for my husband and son on their trip today! My son was so excited to catch his very first fish, and Paul made the experience fun and memorable for both of them. We highly recommend Paul and will definitely be back. 🎣
  • WeGoFishCapeCoral
    WeGoFishCapeCoralCape Coral, FL
    Angler proudly displaying a Redfish while fishing on a sunny day in a coastal waterway.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Redfish
    Mike R.
    Mike R.
    Highly recommended to everyone! Great time!
  • WeGoFishCapeCoral
    WeGoFishCapeCoralCape Coral, FL
    A young angler and a guide proudly display a Speckled Trout on a fishing boat, showcasing a successful day on the water.
    Joe B.
    Joe B.
    My son’s and their friends did the 5hr trip they loved it ! Can’t wait to do it again
  • WeGoFishCapeCoral
    WeGoFishCapeCoralCape Coral, FL
    Young angler proudly displaying a striped sheepshead while fishing from a boat in calm coastal waters.
    Fish 1
    Sheepshead
    James R.
    James R.
    Captain was fun and energetic and definitkey got us on some good fish! Highly recommend!
  • WeGoFishCapeCoral
    WeGoFishCapeCoralCape Coral, FL
    Adult angler holding a redfish with its distinctive tail spot aboard a boat in a calm coastal backwater.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Jason H.
    Jason H.
    Caught fish and had a good time.
  • WeGoFishCapeCoral
    WeGoFishCapeCoralCape Coral, FL
    A young angler proudly displaying a speckled trout while fishing on a boat in a calm waterway.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Common Bream
    Melanie H.
    Melanie H.
    we ha a woderful morning on the waterw wth Captain Paul! w caught some fish, maybe nt the big ones this time, but had a great time and made some wondeful memries with family! will surely book wth Captain Paul again!
  • WeGoFishCapeCoral
    WeGoFishCapeCoralCape Coral, FL
    Young angler and family group displaying a spotted seatrout aboard a fishing boat in calm coastal waters.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +2
    Speckled Trout
    Lorie K.
    Lorie K.
    Paul was an excellent guide! The boat was comfortable for ages 6-60+! Our family caught several species including Pompano, Sea Trout, Mango Snapper and more! He cleaned the fish for us to take home. I would highly recommend Paul for your fishing adventures!
  • WeGoFishCapeCoral
    WeGoFishCapeCoralCape Coral, FL
    Angler proudly displays a spotted seatrout aboard a fishing boat, with a guide and another passenger in the background.
    Fish 1
    Speckled Trout
    Heather W.
    Heather W.
    we had a great time on tbe water with Paul. we caught several fish and enjoyed being on the water will definitely be back

What's biting with WeGoFishCapeCoral in Cape Coral

The weather settles into its fall patterns. Cobia are migrating southwards back down the coastline, and Tarpon fishing comes to a close with the cold fronts. The Redfish bite is extremely good in the backcountry and flats.

Top catches for November