World Class Full Day Inshore Fishing Adventure
Private Trip
Inshore Fishing
Eighthour advanced fishing trip targeting sharks, tarpon, and goliath grouperCaptain Brent provides premium gear, licenses, and professional catch cleaningSmall group experience with maximum four guests per charter
When you're ready to step up your game and chase the big boys, Captain Brent's full-day advanced trip is where serious anglers separate themselves from weekend warriors. This isn't your typical half-day outing – we're talking eight solid hours on Fort Myers Beach waters, targeting the kind of fish that get your heart pumping and your drag screaming. From trophy Tarpon that'll test every ounce of your strength to Bull Sharks that demand respect, this trip is built for anglers who know the difference between fishing and catching.
Your day kicks off at 8:00 AM sharp from Fort Myers Beach, and trust me, you'll want to grab a good breakfast beforehand because once we're on the water, it's all business. Captain Brent's got this trip dialed in – he'll read the conditions and adjust our game plan accordingly. Some days we'll start in the backcountry flats working the mangrove edges for Snook, other days we might head straight to the nearshore structure where the Goliath Grouper hang out. The beauty of eight hours is the flexibility to follow the bite and switch tactics when the fish tell us to. You're looking at a mix of inshore, nearshore, and backcountry fishing depending on what's firing off that day. Captain Brent brings all the top-shelf gear, handles your fishing license, and even cleans your catch so you can focus on what matters – putting fish in the boat.
This trip runs the full spectrum of Southwest Florida fishing techniques, and that's what makes it special for advanced anglers. We're talking everything from sight fishing the flats with live bait to heavy tackle bottom fishing for Goliath Grouper. Captain Brent keeps his boat stocked with spinning reels, conventional reels, and the right tackle for whatever we're targeting. When we're after Tarpon, you'll be throwing live crabs or pinfish on circle hooks with 60-80 pound leaders. Shark fishing means switching to wire leaders and chunk baits, while the Jack fishing might have us throwing topwater plugs or working jigs around structure. The key is being ready to adapt – some days the fish want live bait presented perfectly, other days they're crushing artificials. That's why this trip works so well for experienced anglers who can handle different techniques and aren't afraid of heavy tackle.
Snook are the crown jewel of Southwest Florida inshore fishing, and for good reason. These ambush predators love hanging around structure – docks, mangroves, bridge pilings – anywhere they can pin baitfish against cover. Spring through fall gives you the best action, with the spawn happening around the passes in summer. What makes Snook special is their fight – they'll jump, they'll run to structure, and they've got that gill-rattling head shake that'll loosen your fillings. Plus, they're damn good eating when they're in season. Captain Brent knows every dock and mangrove cut where these fish stack up.
Tarpon fishing around Fort Myers Beach is world-class, and these fish will humble even the most confident angler. We're talking about fish that can push 150 pounds and jump six feet out of the water. May through August is prime time when they migrate through our waters in massive schools. The fight is legendary – first they'll jump repeatedly trying to throw the hook, then it becomes a battle of endurance as they make long, powerful runs. Most anglers are shaking by the time they get one to the boat. These fish are strictly catch-and-release, but getting a photo with a Silver King is a fishing memory that lasts forever.
Redfish might be the most consistent fighters in our waters, and they're available year-round. These copper-colored bruisers love shallow flats and grass beds where they root around for crabs and shrimp. What's cool about Reds is you can sight fish them in skinny water – watching a big Red's back out of the water as it feeds is pure fishing porn. They're strong fighters that make sustained runs, and unlike some species, they fight all the way to the boat. Fall is prime time when they school up in big numbers, but even in summer you can find singles and pairs cruising the flats.
Crevalle Jack are the gym rats of the fish world – all muscle and aggression. These fish travel in schools and when you find them, it's game on. They'll hit just about any lure you throw, fight like fish twice their size, and never give up. Jacks are perfect for cutting your teeth on heavy tackle since they'll test your drag system and your arm strength. Spring and summer are best when they move inshore to spawn, forming massive schools that create feeding frenzies. They're not table fare, but they're pure adrenaline on a fishing rod.
Lemon Shark encounters around Fort Myers Beach offer some of the most accessible shark fishing in Southwest Florida. These yellow-tinged predators cruise the shallow flats and backcountry areas, making them perfect targets for sight fishing. Lemons are aggressive feeders that'll take live bait, cut bait, or even large lures. The fight is all power – long runs that'll burn through your reel's drag and test your equipment. Summer months are prime when they move into the shallows to feed and reproduce. Landing a six-foot Lemon on the flats is an experience that'll get your blood pumping and earn serious bragging rights.
This full-day advanced trip isn't for everyone, and that's exactly the point. If you're an experienced angler ready to target trophy fish and put in a full day's work on the water, this is your ticket to some of the best fishing Southwest Florida has to offer. Captain Brent's expertise combined with Fort Myers Beach's world-class fishery creates opportunities you
This 22-foot bay boat is your ticket to some serious fishing action around Fort Myers Beach. Built tough and ready for whatever the water throws at you, she comfortably handles up to 4 anglers while you chase down sharks, jacks, and other trophy species. The wireless trolling motor lets you sneak up on spooky fish without spooking them, while the fish finder helps locate schools and structure where the big ones hang out. GPS keeps you on the productive spots, and the icebox ensures your catch stays fresh and your drinks stay cold during those long battles with bull sharks and goliath grouper. Captain Brent has this boat dialed in with everything needed for a successful day targeting the aggressive predators that call these inshore and nearshore waters home. Whether you're working the backcountry flats or hitting deeper structure, this setup delivers the reliability and performance serious anglers demand when chasing Florida's most challenging game fish.
Caranx HipposCrevalle Jacks are the ocean's bulldogs - pure muscle and aggression that'll test your gear around Fort Myers Beach. These brassy-green fighters typically run 3-8 pounds, but the big ones can hit 20+ pounds and really bend your rod. We find them schooling over structure, reefs, and around bait balls in 10-60 feet of water. They're active year-round, but summer months bring the best action when baitfish are thick. What gets anglers hooked is their raw power - pound for pound, few fish fight harder. They're not great eating, so most folks release them, but the fight is what you're after anyway. Watch for diving birds - that's your jackpot. Cast silver spoons or fast-moving lures into the feeding frenzy and hold on tight. Keep your retrieve fast and aggressive; these fish love the chase.
Negaprion BrevirostrisLemon sharks are some of the most exciting shallow water predators we target around Fort Myers Beach. These golden-yellow sharks typically run 4-8 feet and 50-150 pounds, making them perfect for serious sport fishing. We find them cruising grass flats, mangrove edges, and sandy bottoms in 5-20 feet of water. Spring through fall offers the best action when water temps are up and baitfish are active. What makes lemon sharks special is their powerful runs and aerial shows - they'll jump and thrash like no other shark species. They're catch and release only, but the fight is worth every minute. These sharks have excellent eyesight, so fresh, oily bait like bonito or mackerel works best. Set up on the bottom with circle hooks and be ready for long, sustained runs that'll peel line off your reel.
Sciaenops OcellatusRedfish are one of our most reliable inshore fighters here around Fort Myers Beach. These copper-colored fish with their signature black spots typically run 18-27 inches, though trophy bulls can hit 40+ inches and 30+ pounds. You'll find them tailing in 1-4 feet of water around oyster bars, grass flats, and mangrove shorelines. They bite year-round, but fall and winter months are prime time when they school up. What makes reds so popular is their strong, bulldogging fight and excellent table fare - sweet, flaky meat that's perfect for the grill. They're not picky eaters either, taking live shrimp, cut bait, and artificials equally well. Pro tip: when you see them tailing in shallow water, cast past them and work your bait back slowly - spook them and the whole school disappears.
Centropomus UndecimalisSnook are one of our most prized inshore targets here around Fort Myers Beach. These sleek fish with their distinctive black lateral line typically run 18-30 inches, though we'll hook into some real bruisers pushing 40+ inches. You'll find them around mangroves, docks, and creek mouths in 2-10 feet of water - they love structure and ambush points. Spring through fall gives us the best action, especially around the new and full moons when they're most active. What makes snook special is their explosive strike and strong runs - they'll test your drag for sure. Plus, they're fantastic eating with sweet, white meat. Here's a local tip: work your lure slow around the structure, then give it a quick twitch - that sudden movement triggers their predatory instincts every time.
Megalops AtlanticusTarpon are the ultimate trophy fish around Fort Myers Beach - these silver giants average 80-150 pounds but can reach over 200. We find them rolling in 10-40 feet of water near bridges, channels, and deeper flats. The best action runs from May through August when they migrate through our waters. What hooks anglers is watching a 6-foot fish launch itself 10 feet out of the water - pure adrenaline. Their acrobatics and powerful runs can last 30 minutes or more. Most folks practice catch and release since they're bony and not great table fare, but the fight is worth it. My advice: when they jump, bow to the fish by pointing your rod tip toward them - it gives slack and prevents them from throwing the hook. Keep steady pressure but let that drag work when they make their runs.
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