Private Fishing Boat Charters in Naples Bay and the Gulf

Pompano who did fight hard and was a lot of fun to reel in

boat with cushioned seating and shade from a T-top

proud boy with Redfish, he caught all by himself

3-year old caught his first Mangrove Snapper!

Duration3h - 4h

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away

TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesEnglish

Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

Price as shown is for the boat trip (it is a group price) and not per adult! The Private Fishing Charters are either 4, 3 or 2.5 hrs long. This time includes also time needed for cleaning/bagging your catch (about 15 min.). The shorter charter trip is ideal for anglers with a very busy schedule and families with small children.

You can choose between morning and afternoon trips.

The Captain will take you to the fishing hotspots of Naples, including the wild and wonderful backcountry, Naples Bay, and up to 9 miles out into the Gulf on very calm days. Expect to reel in Redfish, Sheepshead, Black Drum, the hard-fighting Snook, Pompano, Seatrout, Jacks and Snapper.
The boat's electronics include GPS, Fishfinder, trolling Motor and Bluetooth Stereo. Seats are cushioned for all guests. The higher sides of the boats gunnels help ensure that the little ones can't fall overboard. The T-Top provides some shade. Fishing poles are quality Ugly Stik rods and various sized Penn reels.

Options

3-hour Fishing Charter

3-hour Fishing Trip: Private Charter: Fish for a variety of species. Gear, bait and licensing included. Bottled Water, Sodas and Snacks included.

4-hour Fishing Charter

Half-day Fishing: Private Charter: Fish for a variety of species. Gear, bait and licensing included. Bottled Water, Sodas and Snacks included.

What's included

Life vests for adults and children of all ages and weights
Local U.S.C.G. licensed Captain
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Captain cleans your catch
Use of marina bathrooms (the captain can take customers quickly back to the marina for bathroom use)
A T-Top provides some shade over the center area of the boat.
All charters/trips are private. Only your group will participate.
Bluetooth radio for streaming music of your choice
Cooler with ice for storage for personal snacks and drinks
Ponchos in case of rain (but we will try to avoid to book when heavy rain is forecasted)
Cooler with ice for 'Bring your own alcohol'
Bottled water and Sodas
Fishing licenses, fishing gear, and bait
Complimentary small Snacks
Boat is a 22' Centerconsole with seating for all guests and a new 150 hp Yamaha Outboard.

Gratuities are not included, it is recommended to tip the Captain/Guide (industry standard 10-20%)
No on-board restrooms ( but the marine restrooms are available )

What to expect

Mangroveman Charters
3h 45m · Admission ticket included

Fish on the Mangroveman Charters with an experienced, life-long Fisherman (commercial Fishing on large Offshore boats and Private Sports-fishing Charters in South and SW Florida since over two decades). The actual time on the water is 2h45min for the 3-hour long fishing trip or 3h45min for the 4-hour long fishing trip. 15 minutes out of the water are alloted for the Captain to clean and bag your catch for you to bring home or to have one of the Naples' restaurants cook it for you.
15m · Admission ticket included

If you want your catch cleaned the Captain will do that skillfully and with minimal waste and bag your catch so you can easily cook your fish as soon as you get home. Some Naples restaurants will also cook your catch for you.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Please drive to the end of Danford Street. There is a parking lot where you can park. Wait in the Pavillion area (next to the parks restrooms) for the Captain to pick you up around your departure time. You and the Captain will then go together to the boat which is docked just a few minutes away.

End point

Please drive to the end of Danford Street. There is a parking lot where you can park. Wait in the Pavillion area (next to the parks restrooms) for the Captain to pick you up around your departure time. You and the Captain will then go together to the boat which is docked just a few minutes away.

Additional information

Wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Licensed for up to 6 guests: But while the size of the charter boat (22' motorboat) can comfortably accommodate up to 6 guests, with 4 fishing at the same time, to be most comfortable we limit now up to 5 guests for our fishing charters. (Please call us for exceptions.)
Children 15 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
Refunds will not be issued if the charter is missed due to late or non-arrival. Cancelation: To get a full refund you must cancel your charter at least 24 hours in advance.
You are considered a "No Show" if you are 30 minutes late. Please call us if you run late!
What if our trip is cut short? Let's say you book a half-day trip (four hours) and a storm makes us return to the dock after two hours, you will only be charged 50% of the total price of your trip. You will only be charged for the length of the trip any given day allows us to get in.
Recommended to bring a hat, sunglasses and sunscreen (especially for the charters during the day).
Please wear only flat, comfortable shoes (preferably non-slip).
Wheelchairs or strollers can be brought directly up to the boat but not on the boat. Comfortable seating (chairs with backrest) on the boat is available for persons with disabilities.
Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund.
Covid19: Your private group shares the boat only with one other person which is the captain. The boat is not enclosed meaning this is an outdoor event in regards to Covid19.
Please wait in the Pavillion area next to the parks restrooms for the Captain to pick you up around departure time. The parks restroom area is next to the parking lot.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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