We had the best time out on the water today with CJ! My family did a 4 hour shark fishing charter and it exceeded our expectations and then some. CJ was very prepared from the get go (he'd already been out since 5am catching baitfish so he didn't have to spend our charter time doing so). We got out to the spot and within 10 minutes we hooked into our first shark. My son (whose idea it was to book the charter) was smiling ear to ear reeling that big fish into the boat. We caught 6 sharks altogether today, including two nine foot nurse sharks which were just monsters to reel in. CJ was great with my kids, coaching them just enough to make sure we landed the sharks but also gave them room to figure out the challenge and have fun doing it. He also made sure my 8 year old daughter got a chance to reel as well - she asked and he delivered! There was another boat about 100 yards away from us, and we could see they weren't catching anything, which I think is a testament to CJ's experience that we landed so many (on top of the 6 we landed, 4 threw the hook and got away). I highly recommend booking with Endless Summer for your charter fishing experience and specifically asking for CJ! read more

My wife and I had another great day on the water with our guide, Hunter. He asked us what we were interested in doing on our combo charter (for us, low-key fishing and lunch at a local restaurant we could boat to). Hunter is a great guide. He put us on the fish, and we caught twelve different species in our six-hour trip. He is patient, thoughtful and attentive. We highly recommend Endless Summer--they were able to pick us up at the Sanibel Marina this year, which was a nice bonus. read more

Booking this charter was easy and there is great communication leading up to the fishing trip. I spoke with Angela to confirm our trip details and she was very friendly and professional. This was our second charter with Capt. Hunter and I honestly cannot wait to go back for more. Hunter is a true professional, he cares about his customers and wants to make sure everyone is enjoying themselves and catching fish. He is a respectful angler and I am grateful that there are Captains like him showing anglers (old and new) how to fish. If you are looking for a great charter experience in the Ft Myers area- look no further because this is it. Thank you Capt. Hunter for another wonderful experience! read more

Endless Summer Charters - Inshore Cobia - Boating Near Me - Fort Myers, Florida

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We had an amazing day shelling with Captain Hunter! The shelling on Cayo Costa was incredible! The boat ride was a pleasure and we had an experience our kids will never forget. He was an awesome Captain and even escorted us to Cabbage Key and made sure we had a great table at the infamous restaurant on the island. The highlight was Captain Hunter spotting many dolphins and giving us an our own private dolphin show - he was able to get them to ride along side the boat a couple of times and it was such a treat! We got to take home a ton of beautiful shells, lots of pictures and videos of dolphins, manatees, etc., and most importantly incredible memories for our family to cherish forever! Such a fun experience! read more

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C.J. was awesome! Very patient, knowledgeable and fun. We had no clue what we were doing. But C.J. walked us through it. There was an unusually low tide that morning, but he did his best to make sure we got some fish in the boat. WE CAUGHT A FREAKIN' BONITA!!!!! It was an amazing trip. Highly recommend booking this charter. :o) read more

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It's always a pleasure to fish with Captain Bill when visiting Fort Myers and Sanibel. We caught trout, snook, red fish. Captain Bill loves fishing and it shows. I look for award to my next trip. read more

Again, Endless Summer Charters is our GO TO for fishing. We were so happy to see they survived Ian! Captain CJ was awesome, he checked in with us before to see what type of inland fishing we were interested in and then took us where he knew we would have the best chance of catching some Red Snapper. Over the course of 4 hours we caught dozens of fish! The Captain was very knowledgeable about the area, safety and fishing regulations about breed, size and what could be kept for eating. He was patient and encouraging for those who had less fishing experience. Lastly, he cleaned them and packaged them up for us to have for dinner later...delicious!!Thanks, CJ, will go again then next time we are in the area! read more

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Went on a tarpon charter with Endless Summer mid April. Bill is always great to be with and tries hard to deliver. Unfortunately, we were early for tarpon and heavy winds made it difficult. No tarpon, but we still recommend them. That's how good they are! read more

Capt Bill is terrific !!! we had a ball plus lots of great fishing Don't miss out on this charter for a terrific fishing trip plus many more exciting things may happen Sandy .Ken Debbie And Gary jan 2018 read more

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Our guide Hunter was awesome. Took my 12 yr old son with me on a 6 hour trip and couldn't be more pleased. Fishing was good in the AM and then dropped but he helped keep him engaged and loving it. Will definitely book again if we are back. Thanks Hunter. read more

Endless Summer Charters - Sea trout - Boating Near Me - Fort Myers, Florida

I booked this charter for my father-in-law's birthday and could not be more thankful that I did! What a great experience from beginning to end - from the customer service of booking and getting updates to the actual charter. Captain Ethan knew it was my father-in-law's birthday and went out of his way to ensure that he had a good time, showing him everything as we navigated the waters and also educating him on the fish in the area. The smile on my father-in-law's face told it all in my opinion! read more

Absolute best time with this company. Captain Ethan commanded an amazing expedition. 12/10 would recommend to others. read more

Endless Summer Charters - Boating Near Me - Fort Myers, Florida

Fantastic fishing tour with captain Matt. Five of us went out for a morning 4 hour trip including my kids (ages 10 and 8) and parents. These are beautiful venues and the boat was super clean. Matt had all the equipment set up before we arrived. After stopping by the causeway bridge to cast a net for live bait, we were off to fish around the mangroves and bays near Pine Island as the sun rose. Matt is a Sanibel native and skilled fisherman. I am sure even the most experienced and ambitious groups would leverage and value his knowledge and experience. However, I was probably most impressed that he got our goals for a family fishing trip. He did a beautiful job helping my girls and parents feel comfortable on the boat to enjoy the morning. Matt was working the entire time: baiting hooks, adjusting tackle, casting for the kids, helping me take photos of the kids with their fish. Everyone had a great time and the kids are already asking when we can go again. read more

Endless Summer Charters - Great morning fishing with captain Matt - Boating Near Me - Fort Myers, Florida

We have been using this service over ten years. Captain Bill Hammond is a local and that is key. His knowledge of the area is amazing. So if you want fish, or just cruise then he is the man. He always caters to the clients needs and make you feel like you have been friends for years. THANK YOU CAPTAIN. read more

Highly recommend! Captain CJ was knowledgeable, prepared, and went above and beyond to make sure we had a great experience. We caught several sharks on our excursion and also saw some beautiful local wildlife (dolphins, manatees, birds). A great addition to any trip. read more

Endless Summer Charters - One of our catches - Boating Near Me - Fort Myers, Florida

Had a great offshore fishing experience yesterday with my captain CJ. I was a first timer so CJ had his work cut out for him. He quickly made me feel comfortable explaining how to fish and how to bring them in when caught. I began fishing and catching various fish almost immediately. End of my 6 hour expedition I had caught over 40 fish and at least 9 different fish species. Kept 7 snappers which CJ cleaned, bagged, and put in ice. He recommended a local restaurant, Mud Dogs on Sanibel Island, who prepared later that evening providing a wonderful meal which I'll review separately. Will definitely use endless summer charters & hopefully CJ again when back in area. read more

We really enjoyed fishing with Capt. CJ. He put us on the fish and was a pleasure to spend time with. We had a great charter and I would recommend him and this company for anyone wanting to get out on the water. read more

Endless Summer Charters - Boating Near Me - Fort Myers, Florida

Great Charter with Capt. Matt. Matt pushed our start time back due to bad tide conditions & scarce bait fish. Matt is very knowledgeable of these water ways born & raised here in Fort Meyers he is a fourth generation charter captain and it shows in his location, condition, & historical references to where the best fishing spots will be from season to season, and day to day, to make the most of your trip. We had a good fishing day bringing onboard plenty of mackerel, lots of lost bait, & hooks. Capt. Matt was Johnny on the spot with the bait, rods, schools of fish, and new hooks. Capt. Matt prepped our fish for us at the end of our trip & we would definitely recommend him to others and when we return we would use him again. Al & Brandon Moreno Fort Worth, TX. & Lake Havasu, AZ. read more

Awesome business, they went above and beyond to get us out on the water. We were fighting thunderstorms that caused us to have to reschedule our original trip. We ended up going out for a short trip the next evening and even with having to stay fairly close to the marina , because of more thunderstorms Captain Ethan put us on several fish. I highly recommend captain Ethan if you have children he will definitely go out of his way to cater to a child. read more

We had an awesome time fishing with Captain Bill! We did the combo trip with our young boys (4 & 6) and he did a great job of making the trip fun for kids and parents alike. We fished two spots, went shelling on Cayo Costa and had lunch on Cabbage Key. We also saw dolphins, manatees, and a sea turtle. The boat was pristine, Captain Bill was full of interesting information about the area and its fish, and the whole experience was beyond expectations. read more

I have completed two charters with Endless Summer in Jan 2018; one with Capt Bill and one with Capt John. Both captains were personable, friendly, knowledgeable and skilled. Both trips were Near Shore / Inland Waters Fishing for Sheepshead, Redfish, Sea Trout and Snook. Was a little chilly in Jan 2018, but we caught keepers on both trips, which they filleted and bagged for me to take home. Would fish with these guys again any time. Nice boat, solid gear, and no shortage of bait or tackle. Very good experience. read more

Endless Summer Charters - Jan 2018 Winter catch of Sheepshead and Black Drum off Sanibel Island in Ding Marine Sanctuary. Used small crabs collected by Capt John. - Boating Near Me - Fort Myers, Florida

My wife, daughter and I recently booked a 4 hr. charter with Captain Bill at Endless Summer Charters. This was our second charter with Endless Summer Charters and as expected, we had a great time. They are very professional and knowledgeable and their equipment and gear are all top notch. We were a little concerned about the red tide, but it did not seem to be an issue. At times, Captain Bill was running from one person to another, trying to keep up with all the fish we were catching. During slow stretches, Captain Bill had some very entertaining stories. We will definitely be back next year! read more

Absolutely the best day out fishing with my husband and parents , thanks to Owner and Capt Bill from Endless Summer Charters. Just relocated to Florida from Hawaii and there sure are a lot of fishing Charters to choose from! Did my search on Google and Yelp and decided to book with Endless Summer Charters...We had the best time! My dad (78) avid California fisherman his entire life had the best time thanks to Bill. The day was amazing, we caught Sheep head, Pompano, and Triple tail ( I think those are the names) ..Bill filet our catch which we took to a local restaurant to cook and had enough for dinner the next night at home. The boat was exceptional clean ( which impressed my Mom (77) and I). We really enjoyed the dolphin encounter and day out on the water. My Dad loved the day and enjoyed using Bill's fishing poles and equipment supplied. My husband said it ranked as his favorite fishing excursion so far..We all had jan amazing day all thanks to Capt Bill/Endless Summer Charter. I've worked as a Concierge for the past 4 years in Hawaii and understand guest experiences very well...and understand tourist/locals all have a choice who they book with. ...I give Capt Bill a five star rating..and encourage and promote this fishing charter to all ages and anyone in the SW Florida area looking for a great day out on the water; fishing, eco tour, shelling - dolphin , sunset etc...Capt Bill will take care of you. read more

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i have fished with Captain Bill Hammond a couple of times now and he not only knows how to fish but he knows how to take care of his clients. He is the most personable, family-oriented captain I have met and is great with younger fishermen. His boat is perfect for fishing around Sanibel -- modern and comfortable. His booking system is easy to navigate and client friendly. His passion for what he does shows and makes for a great experience on the water. read more

We had a great afternoon with Capt John. The weather was a little windy so he knew some calmer coves that would hold fish & we would not be bounced around too much. Caught some keepers along with a ton of fish we threw back. Capt John was very patient with us since we have limited knowledge of this type of fishing. He did comment he does enjoy having kids in the boat. read more

We had a great day out on Saturday with Captain Matt. The weather was perfect and our Captain kept the bait on the line and put us on all the right spots for some exciting fish action. We caught Reds, Grouper, Jacks (just for fun fisheys), and many Snook were released back. Captain Matt shared lots of knowledge of the area and many facts about the local wildlife with us. We stopped for a lunch at the Cabbage Key, which was awesome. Endless Summer Charters is a well managed and professionally run business. The equipment was clean and well maintained. You will not be disappointed when you take an adventure with them. Captain Matt was professional, courteous, and very conscientious to our fishing needs. Thank you for a wonderful day on the water and great memories, it was perfect. read more

Capt. Matt was very nice and fun to hang out with for the day but we were very disappointed to pay almost $700 and not catch fish. There were four of us on the charter and we caught two fish total. Two people did not catch anything. Very frustrating to spend that kind of money and not catch anything. Have had much better luck fishing on our own. read more

We had an amazing combo shelling trip and ecotour with Captain Matt and his buddy Philip. Both were very knowledgeable about the area and gave plenty of info along the way without being overbearing. My fiancee and four kids had what they later described as the best outing ever, and we have been to a lot of exotic places. We saw manatees, dolphins following and jumping in our wake, and lots of tropical birds. Cayo Costa was a beautiful beach and great for swimming and shelling, though there were a fair number of boats there over this Fourth of July weekend. Thanks captain Matt for an awesome time!! read more

Highly recommend Captain Matt for any boating need. He was a wonderful guide of the area and very knowledgeable about the local waters. We are freshwater lake snowbirds considering purchasing a boat here and wanted local boating information He was just perfect for our needs! We will charter with him again !!! read more

Five of us went out again yesterday with Captain Bill from endless summer charter for a combo trip. One young lady was a first timer... Bill had her catching fish on the first cast. Everyone caught several trout and mackerel. The two young girls took largest fish honors with nice big trout. We also did some shelling, and he was able to get dolphins to follow our boat, jumping through the wake practically at arms length. Everything is first rate... From the boat and equipment, to the Captain. We had a great time and suggest giving him a try whether you are a family or seasoned fisherman. George P. From NJ. read more