Top Rated Fishing Charters in Punta Gorda, Florida

Q: Who are the best rated guides in Punta Gorda?

Some of the best rated guides in Punta Gorda are: Captain Johnny Riggs Fishing Charters Fun Times Charters True Florida Expeditions Fish Whistle Charters Fly Fishing Fl Chum em up charters Reel Sharp Sportfishing

Q: What are the top fishing types in Punta Gorda?

Some of the best trip types in Punta Gorda are: Inshore Fishing Flats/Shallows Fishing

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

Some of the top fish species you can catch in Punta Gorda are: Black Drum Blacktip Shark Bonnethead Shark Bull Shark Cobia Crevalle Jack Gag Grouper Goliath Grouper Grey Snapper Ladyfish

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.

Punta Gorda Fishing Charters(7 charters available)7 charters available

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Punta Gorda, FL

10 Yrs experience • Good with kids • Live Bait • Good with New Anglers • Good with Families • Saltwater Fishing • Fly Fishing

Guest Reviews Say:

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

(5)

1-4 Guests

4-12 Hours

6 Trips

Starts from$600

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Punta Gorda, FL

4 Yrs experience • Live Bait • Good with New Anglers • Nature / Wildlife Views • Saltwater Fishing

Guest Reviews Say:

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

(6)

1-4 Guests

4-8 Hours

5 Trips

Starts from$400

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Punta Gorda, FL

15 Yrs experience • Master Guide • Good with kids • Good with New Anglers • Nature / Wildlife Views • Good with Families • Saltwater Fishing • Fly Fishing

Guest Reviews Say:

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

(1)

1-2 Guests

4-8 Hours

3 Trips

Starts from$500

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Punta 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

Guest Reviews Say:

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

(6)

1-2 Guests

4-6 Hours

2 Trips

Starts from$450

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Punta 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)

1-3 Guests

4-8 Hours

10 Trips

Starts from$300

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Punta Gorda, FL, United States

20 Yrs experience

1-6 Guests

4-8 Hours

6 Trips

Starts from$450

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Fort Myers

1-3 Guests

4-8 Hours

5 Trips

Starts from$500

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4-12 Hours

6 Trips

Starts from$600

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Punta Gorda, FL

Guest Reviews Say:

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

(15)

1-3 Guests

4-8 Hours

10 Trips

Starts from$300

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Fort Myers

1-3 Guests

4-8 Hours

5 Trips

Starts from$500

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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.

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Punta Gorda

5 / 5

Based on 53 reviews by Guidesly users

Stephanie Haider

November 16, 2025

1 Guest

Reel Sharp is the guy you want to go to if you want to catch fish...and big ones!

Punta Gorda, FL, United States

20 Yrs experience

1-6 Guests

4-8 Hours

6 Trips

Starts from$450

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Tod W

February 8, 2024

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!

Punta Gorda, FL

Guest Reviews Say:

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

(15)

1-3 Guests

4-8 Hours

10 Trips

Starts from$300

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Lyle

March 31, 2023

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.

Punta 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

Guest Reviews Say:

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

(6)

1-2 Guests

4-6 Hours

2 Trips

Starts from$450

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Ilise Leblanc

August 11, 2022

1 Guest

Awesome day on the water. We were on fish the whole time and had fun all day.

Punta Gorda, FL

15 Yrs experience • Master Guide • Good with kids • Good with New Anglers • Nature / Wildlife Views • Good with Families • Saltwater Fishing • Fly Fishing

Guest Reviews Say:

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

(1)

1-2 Guests

4-8 Hours

3 Trips

Starts from$500

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Neil S.

January 10, 2022

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!

Punta Gorda, FL

4 Yrs experience • Live Bait • Good with New Anglers • Nature / Wildlife Views • Saltwater Fishing

Guest Reviews Say:

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

(6)

1-4 Guests

4-8 Hours

5 Trips

Starts from$400

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Fishing Charters in Punta Gorda Florida, United States

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Punta Gorda Fishing Charters(7 charters available)7 charters available

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Top Species

Black Drum

Blacktip Shark

Bonnethead Shark

Bull Shark

Cobia

Crevalle Jack

Gag Grouper

Goliath Grouper

Grey Snapper

Ladyfish

Lemon Shark

Permit

Red Grouper

Redfish

Sea Trout

Sheepshead

Smooth Hammerhead

Snook

Tarpon

Tripletail

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Who are the best rated guides in Punta Gorda?

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Do I need experience to go on a Fishing Charter?