Eric Durose
Eric Durose
Repeat angler
us
Michigan, US
Member since 2019
7 trips
5.0
Verified

Great Time!!

Half Day trip - 8:00 AM2 adults

What a great time with Captain Andy!! we caught some nice schnok and a few sea trout. Cant eait to come back again!!

Reported Catch
Snook
Snook
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Response from Captain

Thanks sir, good times

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Hooked4life Fishing Charters
State licensed
5.0
(208)
22 ft
Group size 1 - 6
1 - 6
Fish 1
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+8
4 hour trip • 4 persons
US $600

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

What anglers say

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    Family friendly
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    Friendly captain
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  • Alanna Goetzinger
    Alanna Goetzinger
    Repeat angler
    us
    Minnesota, US
    Member since 2026
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Trip was amazing. Captain Andy is a great guy!!

    3/4 Day Trip3 adults

    We are in Florida for vacation and wanted to go fishing. We did some searching and found captain Andy. Right off the bat he answered any questions we had and was very helpful over the phone. Once we got there he was very welcoming and is overall a great guy. The time we spent fishing with him was so much fun and we all had a blast! We got to see a manatee and her baby. Plus he even was able to get some dolphins jumping in the water for us to see. We caught a bunch of fish and he taught us a lot about fishing down in Florida. We were trying to get some sharks and ended up hooking a big sting ray. It was crazy how much you have to fight them on the line to get them up. If anyone is ever looking for someone to take them fishing. He is the Captain. He is an incredibly great person to be around and helps you experience everything. Would definitely fish with him again!! We made some fish tacos out of what we caught and they were delicious!!

    Reported Catch
    Snook
    Redfish
    Speckled Trout
    Mangrove Snapper
    Response from Captain

    Outstanding.. Thank you, good times.

  • Jason Yurkovitch
    Jason Yurkovitch
    us
    Florida, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Hooked4Life Charters – An Unforgettable Experience!

    Half Day trip - 8:00 AM4 adults

    We were able to book a last-minute charter with Captain Andy, and it turned out to be one of the highlights of our trip! As first-time fishermen, we weren’t sure what to expect, but Captain Andy made the entire experience enjoyable, stress-free, and exciting from start to finish. He took us through the beautiful waters around Matlacha and the surrounding islands, sharing his local knowledge while putting us in great spots to fish. His patience, professionalism, and friendly personality made us feel comfortable and confident, even as beginners. The scenery was incredible, the fishing was fun, and Captain Andy went above and beyond to make sure everyone had a great time. It’s clear that he loves what he does and genuinely wants his guests to have an amazing experience. If you’re looking for a fishing charter in Southwest Florida, whether you’re an experienced angler or a complete beginner, we highly recommend Hooked4Life Charters. We’ll definitely be booking another trip the next time we’re in the area!

    Reported Catch
    Snook
    Mangrove Snapper
    Speckled Trout
    Response from Captain

    Thank you. Good times

  • Matthew Morgan
    Matthew Morgan
    us
    Iowa, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    The action started early, and everyone had a blast reeling in fish throughout the trip.

    Half Day trip - 8:00 AM4 adults1 child

    We had an awesome experience with Hooked 4 Life Fishing Charters! Andy was a great captain—friendly, knowledgeable, and worked hard to keep us on the fish all morning. My kids were excited from the moment we got on the boat, and seeing them catch fish and make memories was the highlight of the trip. The action started early, and everyone had a blast reeling in fish throughout the trip. Andy was patient with the kids, helpful when needed, and made the whole experience fun and stress-free. If you’re looking for a family-friendly fishing charter with a captain who knows what he’s doing, I highly recommend Hooked 4 Life Fishing Charters. We had a fantastic time and would definitely book another trip! — Matthew and Family 🎣🐟

    Reported Catch
    Snook
    Speckled Trout
    Response from Captain

    Thanks a million. Good times.

  • Chris Hale
    Chris Hale
    Repeat angler
    us
    Oregon, US
    Member since 2025
    5 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Cap'n Andy was excellent - great day

    3/4 Day Trip3 adults

    What started as a super foggy day ended up beautiful and bright sun. Cap'n Andy handled the low visibility with expertise and before we knew it, we were slowing down and had rods in our hands and a few minutes later we had bent rods with snook and seatrout on the lines. By the end of the day, we had a boat limit of beautiful reds, very meaty seatrout, and plenty of seatrout, snook, and smiles galore. We fished mangroves, grassy and sandy spots, and Cap'n Andy delivered excellent filets for dinner. We will definitely look him up next time we are in the area! Thanks for your service to your country, and thanks for your service to us for the day!

    Reported Catch
    Snook
    Redfish
    Speckled Trout
    Response from Captain

    Thank you for the kind words. I had a blast with you and your family, can’t wait till next time.

  • Becky Badour
    Becky Badour
    Repeat angler
    us
    Michigan, US
    Member since 2022
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Unforgettable Fishing Trip with Captain Andy

    Half Day Moring trip4 adults

    Our fishing trip with Captain Andy was absolutely fantastic from start to finish. He really knows his stuff—putting us right on the fish and making sure we had action throughout the trip. You can tell he has a deep understanding of the water and where to go, which made all the difference. Beyond his skill, Captain Andy was incredibly friendly and easygoing, making the whole experience relaxed and enjoyable. He went out of his way to make sure everyone was comfortable and having a great time, and was super accommodating to anything we needed. If you’re looking for a fun, successful day on the water with someone who truly cares about your experience, I can’t recommend Captain Andy enough. We’ll definitely be booking another trip!

    Reported Catch
    Snook
    Speckled Trout
    Response from Captain

    Thank you for the kind words. Iam glad you and your party had a great time