Looking to catch monster fish on the flats of the Space Coast? Operating out of Cape Canaveral Port, Captain Eric Myers of Slightly Obsessed Sight Fishing Charters specializes in sight-fishing the Indian River, Banana River and Mosquito Lagoon in search of redfish, snook and more. He also offers some of the best rates around.
Captain Bob Branham has been guiding on the flats from Key Biscayne to Key West for over 30 years. If you’re looking for a flats guide in the South Florida/Miami area, they don’t come much more highly recommended. Permit, bonefish and tarpon are all on the menu.
Headed up by Captain Dale Bishop, Shallow Waters Charters specializes in fishing charters in the Lower Florida Keys, from Marathon to Big Pine, and Key West to the Marquesas. Bonefish, tarpon and permit are top of the list, but all the flats species of the Keys are on the menu.
Captain Gregg McKee’s Wildfly Charters specialize in fishing the fertile waters of Pine Island in south-west Florida. Catering to both fly-fishermen and light-tackle spin-fishing aficionados, Gregg supplies top-of-the-line gear and targets redfish, snook, sea trout and tarpon. This is a great opportunity to fish some of Florida’s less-pressured yet hugely productive waters, just 45 minutes from Fort Myers airport.
Captain Drew Cavanaugh’s Florida Inshore Fishing Charters specializes in targeting the fish-rich waters of the Mosquito Lagoon and Indian River predominantly for redfish, but also tarpon, sea trout, snook and more. Top-quality tackle is supplied and expertise/experience comes as standard.
Captain Derren Doop is your guide at Little Knock-Em-Down Charters, operating out of Summerland Key in the Lower Florida Keys. Derren specializes in flats fishing with fly or spin tackle for tarpon, permit and bonefish.
Fishing out of Everglades City, Captain Tony Polizos has 20 years’ experience of navigating these South Florida waters, and specializes in light-tackle charters targeting snook, tarpon, trout, and redfish.
A selection of suites, a pool and an award-winning restaurant nestled in lush gardens on Marco Island, this place is suitable for couples looking for a romantic getaway or vacations for the whole family, with the option to sample the area’s excellent fishing.
Located on the northern tip of Marco Island, Marco Resort & Club consists of 24 1-bedroom, 1-bath fully furnished units and plenty of amenities. With boat rentals available on-site and plenty of guides and charters on its doorstep, you’re right in the heart of a South Florida fishing hotspot.
An iconic destination in South Florida, the Everglades Rod & Gun Club dates back to the beginning of the 20th century, and has been catering to hunters and fishermen ever since. Located along the Barron River on the boundary of The Everglades National Park, the club comprises a selection of comfy cottages, a, pool, restaurant, cocktail lounge and dock in a traditional Old Florida-style setting.
