Top Rated Fishing Charters in Naples, Florida

Q: Who are the best rated guides in Naples?

Some of the best rated guides in Naples are: Tarpon Tamer Fishing Charters Fred Gowdy Charters Smokin' Hooks Mike Jones Guide Service Fish-N-Maniac Bass Charters Captain Brock Wagner Fast Break Bait & Tackle Naples Fishing Charters with Chasin' Tails Anchor Charters Of Naples 2 Thumbs Up Fishing Charters

Q: What are the top fishing types in Naples?

Some of the best trip types in Naples are: Backcountry Fishing Inshore Fishing Offshore Fishing Lakes/Reservoirs/Ponds Fishing Wrecks/Reefs Fishing Active hunting Flats/Shallows Fishing River Fishing

Q: What are the top species I can catch in Naples?

Some of the top fish species you can catch in Naples are: African Pompano Atlantic Bonito Barracuda Black Drum Black Grouper Blacktip Shark Bonefish Bull Shark Cobia Crevalle Jack

Q: Do I need experience to go on a Fishing Charter?

Absolutely not! Most charter captains welcome anglers of all skill levels and specialize in teaching beginners. Many charters are family-friendly and will teach basic fishing techniques, help with equipment, and ensure everyone has a great time. Let your captain know your experience level when booking so they can tailor the trip accordingly.

Naples Fishing Charters (32 charters available)

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Bonita Springs, FL

20 years experience • Good with kids • Live Bait • Good with New Anglers • Nature / Wildlife Views • Good with Families • Saltwater Fishing • Bass Fishing • Freshwater Fishing • Fly Fishing

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Customers praise Fred's local knowledge and consistent ability to put them on fish

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1-3 Guests

4-6 Hours

6 Trips

Available Next Week

Starts from$500

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Naples

13 years experience • Master Guide • Good with kids • Live Bait • Nature / Wildlife Views • Good with Large Groups

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Praised for exceptional local knowledge and consistent fish catches in Marco Island waters

(14)

1-4 Guests

4-8 Hours

5 Trips

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Starts from$500

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Naples, FL

17 years experience • Master Guide • Good with kids • Live Bait • Good with Families • Saltwater Fishing • Freshwater Fishing

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Guests love Brian's local knowledge and ability to put them on multiple fish species

(21)

1-4 Guests

4 Hours

2 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$500

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Everglades

9 years experience • Good with kids • Nature / Wildlife Views • Fly Fishing • Drift Fishing

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Praised for world-class local knowledge and consistent multi-species catches

(19)

1-4 Guests

3-8 Hours

7 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$350

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Naples

9 years experience • Good with kids • Good with New Anglers • Good with Families • Saltwater Fishing

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Customers rave about Perry's local knowledge and trophy catches including giant tarpon and snook

(16)

1-3 Guests

4-8 Hours

4 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$700

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Naples, FL

9 years experience • Good with kids • Good with New Anglers • Good with Families • Saltwater Fishing

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Customers praise Captain Stanley's local knowledge and ability to put them on fish all day

(15)

1-4 Guests

4-8 Hours

6 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$500

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Everglades

6 years experience • Technical Fishing • Good with New Anglers • Nature / Wildlife Views • I Tie My Own Flies • Saltwater Fishing • Fly Fishing

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Praised for extensive local knowledge and successful fish-finding across multiple spots

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1-2 Guests

4-8 Hours

6 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$600

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Everglades City, FL

28 years experience • Good with New Anglers

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Guests rave about Captain Mike's incredible local knowledge and consistent trophy snook catches

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1-3 Guests

8 Hours

2 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$900

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Naples, FL

27 years experience • Good with kids • Good with New Anglers • Good with Large Groups • Good with Families • Saltwater Fishing • Fly Fishing

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Customers praise consistent fish catches and Geoff's professional expertise

(10)

3-6 Guests

4-8 Hours

11 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$586

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Goodland, FL

22 years experience • Master Guide • Good with kids • Technical Fishing • Live Bait • Good with New Anglers • Nature / Wildlife Views • Good with Families • I Tie My Own Flies • Saltwater Fishing • Fly Fishing

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Customers praise Joe's expertise and fish-finding ability - never leave without catches

(10)

1-3 Guests

4-6 Hours

3 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$550

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Naples

13 years experience • Good with kids • Good with New Anglers • Good with Large Groups • Good with Families • Saltwater Fishing

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Customers rave about Bobby's local knowledge and non-stop fishing action in the Everglades

(10)

3-4 Guests

3-8 Hours

8 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$350

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Naples

14 years experience • Master Guide • Good with kids • Live Bait • Nature / Wildlife Views

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Praised for expert fish-finding skills and delivering awesome catches of snook, tarpon, and sharks

(9)

1-3 Guests

4 Hours

2 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$500

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Ratings & Reviews Summary in Naples

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Fishing in Naples, Florida offers diverse opportunities across inshore waters, backcountry mangroves, Naples Bay, Estero Bay, and the 10,000 Islands. Anglers target redfish, snook, mangrove snapper, tarpon, trout, grouper, mackerel, jacks, and permit using both live bait and fly fishing techniques. Trips range from two-hour excursions to full-day adventures, with many guests catching over thirty fish per outing. Guides demonstrate strong local knowledge of tides and productive spots, adapting quickly when conditions change or limits are reached on specific species. Families appreciate the patient, educational approach that accommodates all skill levels from beginners to experienced anglers, with children as young as six successfully landing keeper fish and even Goliath Groupers.

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Naples

5.0 / 5.0

Based on 259 reviews by Guidesly users

Thomas T

July 18, 2025

1 Guest

DJ is an excellent captain who puts in the effort to make every trip a success. He’ll get you on the fish and make sure you have a great time doing it. If you’re looking to create real memories on the water, give DJ a shot — you won’t be disappointed.

Everglades

9 years experience • Good with kids • Nature / Wildlife Views • Fly Fishing • Drift Fishing

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Praised for world-class local knowledge and consistent multi-species catches

(19)

1-4 Guests

3-8 Hours

7 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$350

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Brian

February 12, 2024

Trip taken February 11, 2024

Inshore, AM - 4 Hours Trip

8:30 AM - 12:30 PM

1 Guest

Captain Brian showed us a great time on the water. We caught snook, snapper and even a juvenile Goliath grouper! He’s very knowledgeable of the area and very personable. We really enjoyed ourselves and highly recommend him.

Naples, FL

17 years experience • Master Guide • Good with kids • Live Bait • Good with Families • Saltwater Fishing • Freshwater Fishing

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Guests love Brian's local knowledge and ability to put them on multiple fish species

(21)

1-4 Guests

4 Hours

2 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$500

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Jeff S

December 4, 2023

1 Guest

Josh was excellent— a true local, born and raised, with an extensive knowledge of the 10,000 Islands. He navigated the area effortlessly, ensuring we got bites at every stop. Fishing with him was enjoyable, and he proved to be both responsive and considerate when arranging the trip. Additionally, he took great care of my 85-year-old dad. I highly recommend him.

Naples

13 years experience • Master Guide • Good with kids • Live Bait • Nature / Wildlife Views • Good with Large Groups

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Praised for exceptional local knowledge and consistent fish catches in Marco Island waters

(14)

1-4 Guests

4-8 Hours

5 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$500

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Mike N.

October 8, 2023

1 Guest

Every day is fantastic, and there's nothing more to wish for. The abilities of Josh are truly exceptional!

Everglades City, FL

12 years experience • Master Guide • Nature / Wildlife Views

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Customers praise Josh's exceptional abilities and extensive fishing knowledge

(5)

1-4 Guests

4-8 Hours

3 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$550

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Roy K

September 5, 2023

1 Guest

Skinny Water Guide Co. and Captain Matt provided an outstanding fishing experience! The knowledge and expertise of Captain Matt ensured a successful day on the water, and the Skinny Water Guide Co. team was professional and accommodating. Highly recommended for a memorable fishing charter.

Naples

5 years experience • Technical Fishing • I Tie My Own Flies • Saltwater Fishing • Fly Fishing

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Customers praise Captain Matt's local knowledge and top-notch equipment for successful fishing

(5)

1-2 Guests

4-8 Hours

4 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$429

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Fishing Charters in Naples, Florida

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Top Species

African Pompano

Atlantic Bonito

Barracuda

Black Drum

Black Grouper

Blacktip Shark

Bonefish

Bull Shark

Cobia

Crevalle Jack

Florida Pompano

Gag Grouper

Goliath Grouper

Great Barracuda

Greater Amberjack

Grey Snapper

King Mackerel

Ladyfish

Lane Snapper

Largemouth Bass

Lemon Shark

Mutton Snapper

Peacock Bass

Permit

Red Grouper

Red Snapper

Redfish

Scalloped Hammerhead

Sea Trout

Sheepshead

Shortfin Mako Shark

Smallmouth Bass

Smooth Hammerhead

Snook

Southern Flounder

Southern Stingray

Spanish Mackerel

Tarpon

Thresher Shark

Tiger Shark

Tripletail

White Catfish

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FAQs about Naples

Who are the best rated guides in Naples?

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What are the top species I can catch in Naples?

Do I need experience to go on a Fishing Charter?