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Fishing Charters in Punta Gorda Florida, United States

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Captain Johnny Riggs Fishing Charters
Captain Johnny Riggs Fishing Charters
Star5(5)

locationPunta Gorda, FL

10 Yrs experience Good with kids Live Bait Good with New Anglers Good with Families Saltwater Fishing Fly Fishing
aireviewGuest Reviews Say:

Customers rave about his local knowledge and consistent fish-finding ability

(5)
people1-4 Guests
clockIcon4-12 Hours

6 Trips

Starts from$600

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Fun Times Charters
Fun Times Charters
Star5(6)

locationPunta Gorda, FL

4 Yrs experience Live Bait Good with New Anglers Nature / Wildlife Views Saltwater Fishing
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Guests love Captain Scott's local knowledge and ability to find the hottest fishing spots

(6)
people1-4 Guests
clockIcon4-8 Hours

5 Trips

Starts from$400

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True Florida Expeditions
True Florida Expeditions
Star5(1)

locationPunta Gorda, FL

15 Yrs experience Master Guide Good with kids Good with New Anglers Nature / Wildlife Views Good with Families Saltwater Fishing Fly Fishing
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Guests stayed on fish the whole time and had fun all day

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people1-2 Guests
clockIcon4-8 Hours

3 Trips

Starts from$500

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Fly Fishing Fl
Fly Fishing Fl
Star5(6)

locationPunta Gorda, FL

36 Yrs experience Master Guide Good with kids Good with New Anglers Good with Large Groups Good with Families Saltwater Fishing Fly Fishing
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Praised for expert fish-finding ability and continuous action with diverse species

(6)
people1-2 Guests
clockIcon4-6 Hours

2 Trips

Starts from$450

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Chum em up charters
Chum em up charters
Star5(21)

locationPunta Gorda, FL

5 Yrs experience Master Guide Good with kids Technical Fishing Live Bait Good with New Anglers Nature / Wildlife Views Good with Families Saltwater Fishing Drift Fishing
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Customers rave about Captain Mike's local knowledge and ability to put them on any fish species

(15)
people1-3 Guests
clockIcon4-8 Hours

10 Trips

Starts from$300

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Reel Sharp Sportfishing
Reel Sharp Sportfishing
Star5(14)

locationPunta Gorda, FL, United States

20 Yrs experience
people1-6 Guests
clockIcon4-8 Hours

6 Trips

Starts from$450

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Fish Whistle Charters
Fish Whistle Charters

locationFort Myers

people1-3 Guests
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5 Trips

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Complete Guide to Punta Gorda Fishing

Discover everything you need to know about fishing in Punta Gorda - from top species and techniques to the best times to visit.

Top Species

Learn about the most sought-after fish species in Punta Gorda waters

Black Drum

Size

15 - 90 lbs

Habitat:
Brackish WatersOnshore

Blacktip Shark

Size

100 - 150 lbs

Length

60" - 108"

Habitat:
OnshoreNearshoreContinental ShelvesInsular Shelves

Bonnethead Shark

Size

13 - 28 lbs

Length

24" - 59"

Habitat:
Offshore

Bull Shark

Size

200 - 500 lbs

Length

84" - 142"

Habitat:
WarmShallow NearshoreRiver

Cobia

Size

10 - 80 lbs

Length

24" - 79"

Habitat:
OnshoreNearshoreOffshoreReefWreck

Crevalle Jack

Size

15 - 60 lbs

Length

15" - 49"

Habitat:
RiverOnshoreNearshoreOffshoreReefFlats BackcountryWreck

Gag Grouper

Size

10 - 50 lbs

Length

24" - 57"

Habitat:
OnshoreNearshoreOffshoreReef

Goliath Grouper

Size

75 - 150 lbs

Length

50" - 98"

Habitat:
OnshoreNearshoreReefBackcountryFlatsWreck

Grey Snapper

Size

1 - 8 lbs

Length

30" - 35"

Habitat:
RiverLakeOnshoreNear shoreReefBackcountry

Ladyfish

Size

1 - 3 lbs

Length

12" - 39"

Habitat:
OnshoreBay

Lemon Shark

Size

150 - 220 lbs

Length

96" - 134"

Habitat:
OnshoreNearshoreReefBay

Permit

Size

9 - 60 lbs

Length

24" - 48"

Habitat:
InshoreFlatsOffshoreReefsJetties

Red Grouper

Size

12 - 25 lbs

Length

17" - 35"

Habitat:
NearshoreOffshoreReefWreckOcean Floor

Redfish

Size

10 - 45 lbs

Length

30" - 61"

Habitat:
OnshoreFlatsBackcountryNearshore

Sea Trout

Size

1 - 6 lbs

Length

20" - 55"

Habitat:
InshoreNearshoreCovered River

Sheepshead

Size

1 - 8 lbs

Length

14" - 20"

Habitat:
OnshoreNearshoreOffshoreReefWreck

Smooth Hammerhead

Size

185 - 880 lbs

Length

96" - 197"

Habitat:
InshoreOffshore

Snook

Size

12 - 29 lbs

Length

16" - 50"

Habitat:
InshoreFlatsBackcountry

Tarpon

Size

25 - 63 lbs

Length

48" - 96"

Habitat:
InshoreFlatsBackcountry

Tripletail

Size

2 - 20 lbs

Length

18" - 36"

Habitat:
OnshoreNearshoreInshoreEstuariesBays

Top Deep Sea Fishing Trips in Punta Gorda

Captain Johnny Riggs Fishing Charters
Captain Johnny Riggs Fishing Charters
Star5(5)

locationPunta Gorda, FL

10 Yrs experience Good with kids Live Bait Good with New Anglers Good with Families Saltwater Fishing Fly Fishing
aireviewGuest Reviews Say:

Customers rave about his local knowledge and consistent fish-finding ability

(5)
people1-4 Guests
clockIcon4-12 Hours

6 Trips

Starts from$600

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Chum em up charters
Chum em up charters
Star5(21)

locationPunta Gorda, FL

5 Yrs experience Master Guide Good with kids Technical Fishing Live Bait Good with New Anglers Nature / Wildlife Views Good with Families Saltwater Fishing Drift Fishing
aireviewGuest Reviews Say:

Customers rave about Captain Mike's local knowledge and ability to put them on any fish species

(15)
people1-3 Guests
clockIcon4-8 Hours

10 Trips

Starts from$300

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Fish Whistle Charters
Fish Whistle Charters

locationFort Myers

people1-3 Guests
clockIcon4-8 Hours

5 Trips

Starts from$500

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Top Activitiesgreen-underline in Punta Gorda

Experience the Best of Punta Gorda — Enjoy unforgettable adventures, stunning views, and relaxing moments that capture the true spirit of this beautiful destination.

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Ratings & Reviews Summary in Punta Gorda

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Fishing in Punta Gorda, Florida offers diverse saltwater opportunities in local canals and surrounding waters. Anglers target tarpon, snook, snapper, trout, sheepshead, sharks, jack fish, and catfish during their trips. Guides accommodate various fishing styles from spinning gear to fly fishing, with many providing top-quality equipment and live bait. The fishing experience stands out for its family-friendly atmosphere, with captains showing patience with children and beginners while maintaining productive action throughout the day. Guests consistently report continuous fish activity and entertaining guides who combine local knowledge with professional techniques, creating memorable adventures that keep visitors planning return trips year after year.

Top Reviews

Punta GordaRating5 / 5

Based on 53 reviews by Guidesly users

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Stephanie Haider

November 16, 2025

Guests
1 Guest
Reel Sharp is the guy you want to go to if you want to catch fish...and big ones!
Reel Sharp Sportfishing
Reel Sharp Sportfishing
Star5(14)

locationPunta Gorda, FL, United States

20 Yrs experience
people1-6 Guests
clockIcon4-8 Hours

6 Trips

Starts from$450

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Tod W

February 8, 2024

Guests
1 Guest
Captain Mike worked hard to put us on some fish. Water was cold today, didn’t catch a lot of fish, but we each caught several. Good conversation, enjoyable day!
Chum em up charters
Chum em up charters
Star5(21)

locationPunta Gorda, FL

5 Yrs experience Master Guide Good with kids Technical Fishing Live Bait Good with New Anglers Nature / Wildlife Views Good with Families Saltwater Fishing Drift Fishing
aireviewGuest Reviews Say:

Customers rave about Captain Mike's local knowledge and ability to put them on any fish species

(15)
people1-3 Guests
clockIcon4-8 Hours

10 Trips

Starts from$300

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Lyle

March 31, 2023

Guests
1 Guest
The trip went well, and the captain was excellent. Unfortunately, the unpredictable wind and uncooperative fish were beyond anyone's control. Many thanks to Captain Roger, and I look forward to booking another trip whenever the opportunity arises.
Fly Fishing Fl
Fly Fishing Fl
Star5(6)

locationPunta Gorda, FL

36 Yrs experience Master Guide Good with kids Good with New Anglers Good with Large Groups Good with Families Saltwater Fishing Fly Fishing
aireviewGuest Reviews Say:

Praised for expert fish-finding ability and continuous action with diverse species

(6)
people1-2 Guests
clockIcon4-6 Hours

2 Trips

Starts from$450

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Ilise Leblanc

August 11, 2022

Guests
1 Guest
Awesome day on the water.  We were on fish the whole time and had fun all day.
True Florida Expeditions
True Florida Expeditions
Star5(1)

locationPunta Gorda, FL

15 Yrs experience Master Guide Good with kids Good with New Anglers Nature / Wildlife Views Good with Families Saltwater Fishing Fly Fishing
aireviewGuest Reviews Say:

Guests stayed on fish the whole time and had fun all day

(1)
people1-2 Guests
clockIcon4-8 Hours

3 Trips

Starts from$500

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NS

Neil S.

January 10, 2022

Guests
1 Guest
It was a fun trip. The captain was able to bag us a lot of fish and at the same time entertain us onboard! We will book again!
Fun Times Charters
Fun Times Charters
Star5(6)

locationPunta Gorda, FL

4 Yrs experience Live Bait Good with New Anglers Nature / Wildlife Views Saltwater Fishing
aireviewGuest Reviews Say:

Guests love Captain Scott's local knowledge and ability to find the hottest fishing spots

(6)
people1-4 Guests
clockIcon4-8 Hours

5 Trips

Starts from$400

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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about booking and enjoying your Punta Gorda Fishing charter experience.

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