If you are looking to plan a day of fishing or sightseeing, Captain Wills McKenzie is the guide for you! Born and raised in Port Charlotte, Florida, you'll benefit from years of experience.
"We had an incredible 6-hour fishing trip with Capt. Wills McKenzie!" — Robert,
Spend the day with Charlotte Harbor Angling Adventures and see what's biting in Punta Gorda! Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain Conrad knows them forwards and back.
"After our first fishing charter didn’t work out, we reached out to Captain Conrad with a last-minute request." — Calvin,
Ready to cast a line in Punta Gorda? Then Chum Em Up Charters has a trip with your name on it! Your guide for the day is Captain Michael, giving you access to years of sportfishing experience.
"I fished with Capt. Mike 9/19/26, half day trip starting at 8am." — Teresa,
Reel Sharp Sportfishing specialize in light tackle fishing in Charlotte Harbor, Pine Island Sound and the nearshore Gulf waters. You will experience world class fishing, beautiful scenery and an abundance of wildlife on your day on the water.
"My wife and I went out with Captain Glenn. I never could get my wife to actual fish ( she goes for the ride)." — Albert,
Just Killin Time Charters runs angling trips out of Punta Gorda and offers to show you what the local fishery is all about. Capt. Brad is here to get you on some fish, and to make sure you have fun doing it.
"Brad was an amazing captain. Our family of 4 went out and Brad helped us bait and throw the lines out." — Becca,
Fast Cast Fishing invites you down to enjoy the bite in Punta Gorda and Port Charlotte, Florida. Have a light tackle workout, get your hands on the ‘Silver King’, chase the three superstar targets, and just have fun.
"Our fishing trip was amazing! Captain Lou was very knowledgeable and knew exactly where to find the fish." — Susan,
Make some memories in Port Charlotte and go fishing with Cornhusker Charters. Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain Timothy can tell you all about them.
"It was so much more than a charter boat! Captain Timothy was amazing - we caught multiple species of fish and got to watch the dolphins play alongside the boat." — SAMANTHA,
Fish with Orvis-endorsed fishing guide, Captain Roger Gendron.
"great guide, experience and well rounded in salt fly angling." — Jeremy,
Charlotte Harbor Fishing with Mangrove Coast Charters Experience world-class inshore fishing in Charlotte Harbor with Mangrove Coast Charters, where pristine waters meet unforgettable adventures.
"Captain Chad was incredibly knowledgeable of the area. He put in some work on poling and sighting fish and delivered on the target species." — Brandon,
Punta Gorda, Florida, offers world-class inshore, offshore, and backcountry fishing adventures in the vibrant ecosystem of Charlotte Harbor. This premier destination attracts anglers targeting trophy species like acrobatic Tarpon during their summer migration, hard-fighting Snook along mangrove shorelines, and tailing Redfish on shallow flats. Year-round opportunities include Speckled Trout in seagrass beds, while seasonal peaks bring Grouper, Snapper, and Kingfish nearshore.
Diverse charters explore Boca Grande Pass—renowned for giant Tarpon—and the intricate mangrove estuaries teeming with Snook and Redfish. Nearshore reefs host Cobia, Sharks, and Barracuda, while offshore excursions venture into the Gulf for Amberjack, Mahi Mahi, and Tuna. Expert guides tailor trips to seasonal patterns: spring and fall ignite Snook feeding frenzies, summer delivers explosive Tarpon action, and fall schools of Redfish create unforgettable sight-fishing scenarios.
The scenic beauty of Southwest Florida's waterways—where dolphins play and manatees glide—complements thrilling angling. Licensed Punta Gorda fishing charters navigate protected bays, winding rivers, and Gulf waters, leveraging local expertise for sustainable catches. With accessible launch points like Laishley Park Marina and year-round productivity, every trip promises a tailored adventure amid Florida's richest fisheries.
