2025 Charters for Shark, Tarpon, Combo, &
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2025 Fishing Charters in Fort Myers
Exhilarating Fishing Charter Adventures
Fort Myers Fishing Tours & Charters
At Endless Summer Charters, we offer an exhilarating array of adventures perfect for family, serious anglers, fishing enthusiasts, corporate groups and everyone else too.
From eco-tours and sunset cruises to sightseeing excursions and the best fishing charters, we cater to all.
Our combo charters blend fishing, shelling, and dining at unique island venues like Cabbage Key Inn, making it the ultimate family adventure.
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Shark Fishing Charters
Embark on a heart-pumping shark fishing charter around the captivating waters of Fort Myers Beach and Captiva Island, where adventure seekers can hook into some of the most awe-inspiring predators of the sea.
These specialized 4-hour trips offer a chance to encounter sharks that typically range from 2 to 6 feet in length, with the exhilarating possibility of reeling in anywhere from 2 to 30 sharks in a single outing.
For an even more thrilling challenge, opt for the special nighttime shark charter, where the cover of darkness adds an extra layer of excitement to the hunt, pitting angler against the ocean’s stealthy nocturnal hunters.
Captain Bill, Captain CJ & Captain Hunter
Captains Bill, CJ and Hunter are acclaimed in our reviews for their expertise at getting their boats to where the fish are as well as their patience with kids.
If our Captains are not available for the date you’ve chosen, we can refer you to another reputable Royal Shell Port Sanibel Marina Charter Fleet guide.
All the captains we refer are USCG, licensed, and insured.
Florida's Finest Permit Fishing
Join a permit fishing charter in the Gulf for an exceptional angling experience that thrills both newcomers and seasoned sports fishers alike, offering the chance to catch the esteemed Permit fish.
These charters emphasize conservation through catch-and-release practices, in partnership with the Bonefish & Tarpon Trust, allowing anglers to contribute to the health and longevity of this prized marine species.
Embark on what is often described as a once-in-a-lifetime trip, satisfying both the challenge of the sport and the fulfillment of supporting environmental stewardship.
The Combo Adventure Charter
The combo charter offers a unique blend of activities that showcase the best of Southwest Florida, including fishing, shelling, dolphin watching, and an option for a lunch excursion.
This six-hour adventure allows guests to experience the thrill of fishing in famous fishing areas, enjoy world-class shelling on pristine beaches, and get up close with playful dolphins in their natural habitat, with a stop for lunch at historical Cabbage Key.
Designed for up to six passengers, this experience caters to those looking to immerse themselves in the diverse natural beauty and marine life of the area, making for an unforgettable day out on the water.
Convenient Pickup locations
Our main boarding location is Port Sanibel Marina.
We also offer multiple pick-up locations on Sanibel, Fort Myers Beach, Captiva Island, Sanibel Harbor Resort, North Captiva, Cape Coral & Pine Island by special arrangement.
Tarpon Fishing Charter
Embark on a thrilling tarpon fishing adventure in Fort Myers, nestled in the heart of Southwest Florida’s prime tarpon territory, where the mighty Silver King reigns supreme.
Our expert-guided charters cater to both seasoned anglers and curious novices, offering an unparalleled opportunity to engage in one of fishing’s most exhilarating challenges.
Known worldwide for their spirited fights and spectacular aerial displays, tarpon fishing promises an unforgettable experience, delivering not just the chase but a remarkable catch to boast about for years.
Endless Summer Charters – Fort Myers
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Common Species Caught on our Charters
Inshore Charters
Black Drum
Cobia
Jack Crevalle
Spanish Mackerel
Pompano
Redfish
Sheepshead
Mangrove Snapper
Snook
Trout
Tripletail
On our inshore outings, black drum root around oyster bars, docks, and mangrove shorelines and deliver stubborn, head‑shaking battles on light tackle. Cobia cruise the beaches and flats or shadow rays, offering exciting sight‑casting chances when they appear on the surface.
Jack crevalle often blitz bait in the bays and passes, hammering topwaters and pulling hard from start to finish. Spanish mackerel slash through bait pods in the passes, providing fast, high‑energy action on jigs and spoons. Pompano work sandy troughs and channels and respond well to small jigs, rewarding precise presentations.
Redfish prowl mangrove edges and potholes on the flats, with tailing fish giving great opportunities for visual strikes. Sheepshead stack on pilings and rocky structure, demanding finesse presentations and rewarding patience. Mangrove snapper hold tight to roots, docks, and rock piles and are perfect for steady, family‑friendly catching.
Snook stage at ambush points with current, exploding on baits and making acrobatic runs. Trout (spotted seatrout) feed over grass flats and deliver consistent bites while drifting or quietly poling. Tripletail hang near crab‑trap buoys and floating debris, making for classic sight‑fishing with accurate casts.
Off Shore Charters
Amberjack
Cobia
Black Grouper
Gag Grouper
Goliath Grouper
Red Grouper
Jack Crevalle
King Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel
Pompano
Snook
Tripletail
Offshore, amberjack prowl wrecks and reefs and are notorious for their brute strength on vertical jigs or live baits. Cobia roam around wrecks, buoys, and rays, often materializing beside the boat and eating a well‑placed bait.
Black grouper hug ledges and hardbottom and demand stout tackle to turn their powerful dives. Gag grouper smash baits near structure and are a staple target for Gulf bottom fishing. Goliath grouper dominate wrecks as true heavyweights and are pursued strictly for catch‑and‑release thrills. Red grouper favor scattered hardbottom and small relief areas, offering steady action over productive patches.
Jack crevalle roam nearshore and offshore in aggressive packs, crushing bait and testing drags. King mackerel (kingfish) strike with blistering runs while slow‑trolling or live‑baiting along reef edges. Spanish mackerel school over reefs and bait balls, providing rapid‑fire bites on light spinning gear.
Pompano show on nearshore bars and along beach contours, taking small live baits and jigs. Snook occasionally stack on nearshore reefs and towers when bait is thick, creating surprise offshore hook‑ups. Tripletail hang around surface structure and markers, inviting careful sight‑casts to fish hovering just under the flotsam.
Tarpon—often called the Silver King—are targeted along beaches and in passes for soaring jumps, blistering runs, and a memorable, careful release after a hard‑fought battle.
Our shark trips chase a variety of powerful coastal species, featuring thumping takes, drag‑peeling runs, and safe, conservation‑minded handling for a quick release.
Permit are pursued with live crabs over wrecks and on select flats, where stealthy approaches and precise casts are rewarded with one of the most coveted inshore bites.
Fishing Tours in SW Florida
Our main boarding location is Port Sanibel Marina, but we offer additional pick-up locations on Sanibel, Fort Myers Beach, Captiva Island, Sanibel Harbor Resort, North Captiva, Cape Coral & Pine Island by special arrangement. Ask us about charter pickup locations that would be more convenient for you.