We fish out of a Dorado 25se, 300 Yamaha, Simrad Electronics, shallow water anchors power poles, live well, t-top with half tower, set up for night fishing. Fish up to 6 anglers.
Inshore Fishing
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What We Catch
Red Fish
Red Fish are available year round and can be found in the inshore waters on the Wast Coast of Florida. These fish are a lot of fun to catch as they tend to be agressive and put up a great fight when hooked.
Snook
Snook should be on every fisherman’s bucket list. Typically we target snook when the water is warm. They can be a bit timid so everything needs to be perfect to have your best chance at catching one
Tarpon
Tarpon are found in Florida waters year round however the migratory fish are generally around from April through August. Tens of thousand of these fish move into our waters at this time to feed and spawn.
We also catch Mangrove Snapper, Sheapshead, Speckled Trout, Black Drum, Goliath Grouper, Shark (black tip, bull, hammerhead, spinner)
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Fishing – Seasons – Tackle
More than 30 years of Experience fishing the waters around Marco Island. His Patience and enthusiasm led him to to turn his passion into his career. Captain Jonathan grew up chasing redfish, snook, and tarpon throughout southwest Florida. Sharing his passion for fishing has become his dream. He thrives on helping others to experience the water and giving hands-on fishing experience for the whole family to Enjoy. One of his greatest joys is teaching new anglers how to fish. The look on a kid’s face when they catch their 1st fish is priceless. When he is not taking charters Capt. Jonathan can be found spending time with his family, teaching his kids how to fish. He also is a former Chef so he loves to be in the kitchen cooking his daily catch.
🎣 Marco Island’s Premier Inshore Fishing Charter
Welcome aboard Red Snarpon Charters, your gateway to the pristine inshore fishing grounds of Marco Island and the surrounding Ten Thousand Islands. Specializing in inshore and backwater fishing, Captain Jonathan utilizes his customized Dorado boat to expertly navigate the area’s skinny water, putting you directly on the fish where larger boats can’t go. We offer highly customized fishing trips for families, seasoned anglers, and beginners alike, focusing on the highly sought-after Southwest Florida Grand Slam species: Trophy Redfish, acrobatic Snook, and the mighty Migratory Tarpon. Aswell as the other inshore Spices, Trout Sheapshead, Snapper, And Sharks. We fish year-round in the calm, protected waters off of Marco Island, Naples, up to the Everglades National Park, ensuring a comfortable and productive day on the water.
🚤 Captain Jonathan: Your Local Inshore Fishing Expert
Trust your adventure to Captain Jonathan, a USCG-Licensed Captain with over 30 years of experience guiding trips throughout Southwest Florida. Unlike standard charters, Red Snarpon Charters emphasizes a hands-on, educational experience. Captain Jonathan’s deep local knowledge means he knows the seasonal patterns and the secret mangrove spots for a successful catch. Furthermore, as a former professional chef, he can provide expert tips for preparing your catch, giving you the ultimate “hook-to-table” experience. Whether you’re sight-fishing for monster Redfish in the backcountry or enjoying a kid-friendly trip to catch a variety of Speckled Trout and Snapper, you are guaranteed a patient, knowledgeable, and professional guide focused on making your trip a lifetime memory.
🗓️ Seasonal Fishing Calendar & Booking Your Trip
While the fishing is fantastic all year, certain species peak at specific times. We offer Half-Day, 3/4-Day, Full-Day, and Custom Length options, all of which include your fishing license, top-of-the-line tackle, and live bait. Ready to book your adventure? Call Captain Jonathan directly at (239) 370-9441 or visit our rates page to secure the date for your unforgettable Marco Island fishing charter experience.
Fly Fishermen are Welcome, Kids and Familes are Welcome
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Deposits are due at the time of booking your trip. IF you request to cancel your trip 1 week or more prior to the date of the trip you will be offered a full refund. If Red-Snarpon Charters has to cancel the trip due to weather or safety issues you will be offered a full refund of the trip.
Testimonials
Captain Jonnathan is a great guy to fish with that really has a great knowledge of the area and fish. Bonus is that he is also a chef and shares his recipies on how to best cook your catch. We are looking forward to our next trip.
