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Fort Myers, FL Fishing Trip — April

Your Fort Myers, FL Fishing Trip

April2 peopleFamily Trip

What’s Biting in April

8 species
Red SnapperExcellent
Red Snapper
Various
Spotted SeatroutExcellent
Spotted Seatrout
Various
RedfishGood
Redfish
Bottom fishing · Trolling
King MackerelGood
King Mackerel
Various
SnookGood
Snook
Various
TarponGood
Tarpon
Various
Gag GrouperGood
Gag Grouper
Various
Spanish MackerelGood
Spanish Mackerel
Casting · Trolling

21 Guides Matched

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Adventures in Paradise - Adventures in Paradise
Adventures in Paradise

Adventures in Paradise

4.9(3137)Top Rated

Dolphin & shelling cruises, sea life encounters, and private charters from Sanibel/Fort Myers. Free parking. Book online today.

Fort Myers, Florida
BeeLine Fishing Charters, LLC - BeeLine Fishing Charters, LLC
BeeLine Fishing Charters, LLC

BeeLine Fishing Charters, LLC

5(182)Top Rated

Action Packed Fishing Charters, Dolphin Tours and Shelling Tours. Fort Myers Beach, Estero Bay and Gulf of Mexico. Veteran Owned and Operated.

Fort Myers, Florida
Port Sanibel Marina - Port Sanibel Marina
Port Sanibel Marina

Port Sanibel Marina

4.5(337)Top Rated

Royal Shell Port Sanibel Marina offers the newest and largest fully Coast-Guard-equipped-boat rental fleet in the Greater Fort Myers, Florida area.

Fort Myers, Florida
Endless Summer Charters - Endless Summer Charters
Endless Summer Charters

Endless Summer Charters

4.9(109)Top Rated

Get in touch with Sanibel Island Fishing Charters to book your next fishing adventure in Southwest Florida. Your premier fishing experience awaits!

Fort Myers, Florida
Captain Noah's Sanibel Florida Fishing - Captain Noah's Sanibel Florida Fishing
Captain Noah's Sanibel Florida Fishing

Captain Noah's Sanibel Florida Fishing

4.9(93)Top Rated

Fishing Charter Guide Fort Myers, Sanibel Island, Sanibel Fishing, Grouper Fishing, Snapper Fishing, Snook Fishing

BluefishGrouperSnook
Fort Myers, Florida
Captain J's Fishing & Pleasure Boat Tours - Captain J's Fishing & Pleasure Boat Tours
Captain J's Fishing & Pleasure Boat Tours

Captain J's Fishing & Pleasure Boat Tours

5(64)Top Rated
Fort Myers, Florida
Caloosahatchee Cowboy Charters - Caloosahatchee Cowboy Charters
Caloosahatchee Cowboy Charters

Caloosahatchee Cowboy Charters

4.8(80)Top Rated

Fishing ChartersIin Fort Myers FL By Caloosahachee Cowboy Charters, Captain Josh. Nearshore & Offshore Fishing For Tarpon, Snooks, & Back Bay Charters. Call 239-628-2990!

Tarpon
Fort Myers, Florida
Southwest Florida Charters - Southwest Florida Charters
Southwest Florida Charters

Southwest Florida Charters

4.8(39)Top Rated

We are conveniently located at Port Sanibel Marina. Come see our facility and pick up a free cup of coffee at the ship store!

Fort Myers, Florida
Just Livin The Dream Charters - Just Livin The Dream Charters
Just Livin The Dream Charters

Just Livin The Dream Charters

5(24)Top Rated

Fishing Charter Bonita Springs Fort Myers Sightseeing Dolphin Sunset Great for Families calm waters New 24ft Boats 6 passengers restroom 35ft boat 25 passenger

inshore
Fort Myers, Florida
Fort Myers Fishing Charters | Catching the Cure - Fort Myers Fishing Charters | Catching the Cure
Fort Myers Fishing Charters | Catching the Cure

Fort Myers Fishing Charters | Catching the Cure

5(22)Top Rated

Join Captain Jon in the Southwest Florida waters on an exclusive Fishing Guides. Packages for families, women and experienced anglers available in Fort Myers.

Fort Myers, Florida
Indigenous Fishing Charters - Indigenous Fishing Charters
Indigenous Fishing Charters

Indigenous Fishing Charters

5(11)Top Rated
Fort Myers, Florida
Captain Blake's' Flats Fish'r Charters - Captain Blake's' Flats Fish'r Charters
Captain Blake's' Flats Fish'r Charters

Captain Blake's' Flats Fish'r Charters

5(9)Top Rated

Captain Blake Hosts Charter Fishing in Florida & Gulf of MexicoSanibel, Captiva, Boca Grande, Fort Myers backcountry fishing and flats fishing for snook, trout, redfish, tarpon...

RedfishSnookSpeckled Trout
Fort Myers, Florida
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$910
Estimated total for 2 people
$455
per person
Charter $500
Tip $100
Licenses $60
Food $100
Lodging $150

Estimates based on local charter rates and averages. Contact guides for exact pricing.

What's Biting By Month

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Redfish

saltwater
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M
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M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

King Mackerel

Various
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Snook

Various
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Tarpon

Various
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
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O
N
D

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What to Bring

Check with your guide about what gear is provided. Here's a recommended packing list:

Essentials

  • Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
  • Polarized sunglasses
  • Hat or visor
  • Weather-appropriate clothing
  • Non-marking shoes or deck shoes

Food & Personal

  • Water and drinks (stay hydrated)
  • Snacks or lunch
  • Cooler for your catch
  • Motion sickness medication (if needed)
  • Camera or phone (waterproof case recommended)
  • Valid fishing license (confirm with captain)

For inshore Fishing

  • Light rain jacket

Florida Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$17
Non-Resident$47
Requirements

Required for ages 16-65. Freshwater and saltwater licenses sold separately. Charter trips often include license.

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Species Regulations

Red Snapper
Bag Limit:1 per person per day
Size Limit:16-inch minimum total length

Open season is typically a limited number of days in the summer; check current regulations for exact dates. Regulations apply in state and federal waters.

Spotted Seatrout
Season:Year-round, subject to closures
Bag Limit:5 per person per day
Size Limit:15-19 inch slot limit; only one over 19 inches allowed

Certain areas may have different size and bag limits. Check current regulations for specific location.

Redfish
Season:Year-round, subject to closures
Bag Limit:1 per person per day
Size Limit:18-27 inch slot limit

Certain areas may be closed to redfish harvest. Check current regulations for specific location.

King Mackerel
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:3 per person
Size Limit:24-inch fork length minimum
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