Fishing Guides in Captiva, Florida
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Capt. Shawn Kelly's Sanibel Captiva Charters
My name is Captain Shawn Kelly. I’ve been a Professional USCG registered Captain for more than 16 years. I have dedicated my career to the waters of Pine Island Sound with a special focus on fishing charters in Sanibel and Captiva.
Fish Old School, LLC
Sanibel and Captiva Island Private Charters
Andrews Fishing
Sanibel fishing with sanibel fishing guide David Andrews. Enjoy your next fishing charter on the pristine waters of Sanibel Island, FL.
Captiva Island Charters
Captain Joe’s Charters
J S Outfitters - Capt. Josh Schardin
Sanibel/Captiva Fishing guide offering fishing, shelling, luncheon and wildlife cruises around Sanibel and Captiva Islands.
Boats and Fun
BOATS and FUN offers Boat Rentals, Jetski rentals, Fishing, Tours, and Scuba Charters in North Captiva, Cape Coral, Pine Island, Captiva Island, Sanibel Island, Bokeelia, St James City and Fort Myers
Captain John Houstons Native Guides Fishing
What's Biting in Captiva
8 species reported in the Captiva area. Here's when they're most active throughout the year.
What's Biting By Month
Month-by-Month Fishing in Captiva, FL
Fishing in Captiva in January
1 species is active in and around Captiva in January: Sailfish. Book one of Captiva's 8 local guides to target them.
Fishing in Captiva in February
1 species is active in and around Captiva in February: Sailfish. Book one of Captiva's 8 local guides to target them.
Fishing in Captiva in March
3 species are active in and around Captiva in March: Red Snapper, Sailfish, Wahoo. Book one of Captiva's 8 local guides to target them.
Fishing in Captiva in April
8 species are active in and around Captiva in April: Red Snapper, Snook, Blackfin Tuna, Sailfish, Wahoo, Tarpon, King Mackerel, Mahi Mahi. Book one of Captiva's 8 local guides to target them.
Fishing in Captiva in May
8 species are active in and around Captiva in May: Red Snapper, Snook, Blackfin Tuna, Sailfish, Wahoo, Tarpon, King Mackerel, Mahi Mahi. Book one of Captiva's 8 local guides to target them.
Fishing in Captiva in June
8 species are active in and around Captiva in June: Red Snapper, Snook, Blackfin Tuna, Sailfish, Wahoo, Tarpon, King Mackerel, Mahi Mahi. Book one of Captiva's 8 local guides to target them.
Fishing in Captiva in July
8 species are active in and around Captiva in July: Red Snapper, Snook, Blackfin Tuna, Sailfish, Wahoo, Tarpon, King Mackerel, Mahi Mahi. Book one of Captiva's 8 local guides to target them.
Fishing in Captiva in August
8 species are active in and around Captiva in August: Red Snapper, Snook, Blackfin Tuna, Sailfish, Wahoo, Tarpon, King Mackerel, Mahi Mahi. Book one of Captiva's 8 local guides to target them.
Fishing in Captiva in September
6 species are active in and around Captiva in September: Red Snapper, Snook, Wahoo, Tarpon, King Mackerel, Mahi Mahi. Book one of Captiva's 8 local guides to target them.
Fishing in Captiva in October
October is a slower stretch for fishing around Captiva — see the peak months above for better timing.
Fishing in Captiva in November
November is a slower stretch for fishing around Captiva — see the peak months above for better timing.
Fishing in Captiva in December
December is a slower stretch for fishing around Captiva — see the peak months above for better timing.
Fishing in Captiva
Captiva, Florida offers saltwater, brackish, saltwater fishing with 8 species reported in the area and 8 local guides ready to take you out. The best months to fish are April, May, June, July.
Best Months
Water Types
What You Can Catch in Captiva
Sailfish
Captiva Island offers access to the bluewater realm where the majestic sailfish roam. While sailfish can be caught year-round, the winter months (November through April) are generally considered the prime season.
Full sailfish guide for Captiva →Tarpon
Chasing the mighty tarpon around Captiva Island is a truly unforgettable experience. These silver kings frequent the waters surrounding Captiva, particularly Pine Island Sound and the passes connecting to the Gulf of Mexico.
Full tarpon guide for Captiva →King Mackerel
Looking to tangle with King Mackerel off Captiva, Florida? This Gulf Coast gem offers access to prime kingfish waters.
Full king mackerel guide for Captiva →Snook
Captiva Island is a prime location for pursuing snook, with its intricate network of mangrove shorelines, grass flats, and brackish estuaries providing ideal habitat. Snook fishing here is productive year-round, but the warmer months (spring through fall) are generally considered the best.
Full snook guide for Captiva →Fisheries near Captiva
The waters local charters actually fish — each page lists guides, access towns, and top species.
Plan a Trip to Captiva
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Types of Fishing in Captiva
Inshore
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