Naples fishing charters
Inshore, offshore, and peacock and largemouth bass.
Book an inshore, offshore or bass trip in Naples. Bass trips fish for peacock bass and largemouth on the Golden Gate Canal, Alligator Alley and Lake Trafford, from $375 for 4 hours. Offshore trips start at $850 for 4 hours. Inshore trips in the backwaters are booked by phone.
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Book your Naples fishing trips today: offshore in the Gulf and bass in the Everglades. Inshore by phone.
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Questions? Call (407) 392-4593, 9 am – 6 pm. Your guide or captain confirms the meeting spot and start time with you before the trip. Distances are straight-line estimates; drive times vary with traffic.
Reviews from Naples trips
4.9113 reviews
Pleasant trip for all
4hour Largemouth bass trip around Lake Trafford, Mark knows his clint and where the fish are. we caught lots of bass, some big bass. Good value for money; highly recommend.
Dominic H · August 2026 · TripAdvisor
Fantastic family experienced...
My husband, 9-year-old son, and I spent a very enjoyable four hours fishing on Lake Trafford. Captain Rick was so friendly and helpful; we caught a lot of fish. I would highly recommend giving this a go!
Diamond B · July 2026 · TripAdvisor
Guide DJ Timms took our family out for a fishing trip on Golden Gate. My 11 year old son wanted to catch a peacock bass! Also along on the trip was my 5 year old son and my MIL. We had the best time! Although it was hot and the water temps were very warm and the bite was slow we still caught 10…
Tracey Ryan · September 2025 · Google
Mark Rogers
Great experience with my family! Mark made it a great time!
Willis Miller · March 2025
Join Capt. Mark for an unforgettable offshore fishing experience. Specializing in big game fish, Mark knows the best locations to target marlin, tuna, and other exciting species. Whether you're an experienced angler or a beginner, Mark’s expert guidance ensures an action-packed, rewarding trip full…
Lydia Harper · January 2025 · Google
Naples Florida, Best Captain in the area
Huge shoot out to Capt. Mark Rogers for making us feel special, his trip was the highlight of our Vacation, we went shelling on a remote beach, fishing at a near by reef, saw dolphins and manatees, the kids and wife had a blast, highly recommend him, pleasant, knowledgeable and his boat was so…
Captain Mark Rogers · June 2024
Captain Mark Rose Naples Florida
My family went out with Mark Rose in Naples Florida to try to catch some Peacock bass. It’s been on the bucket list for awhile now. We flat got on’em and Captain Mark was awesome. My wife and son had an absolute blast. We will book again when back in Florida. If you are in the Naples area or Lake…
Cody Betsworth · February 2024
Peacock Bass Fishing w/ Capt Mark Rose
Had another fabulous day fishing with Capt Mark. January 2024. We had that "other day", you know, that day you catch 30 fish and then for the next few weeks you tell everyone "you should have been there that other day". We caught several 4 lb peacock bass in the Golden Gate…
Tom Bach · January 2024
Great time!
Alligator Alley Bass Fishing 6 Hour Trip Schedule : Morning Session (Private)
David Roe · December 2023
Great experience!
Golden Gate Canal Fishing 4 Hour Trip Schedule : Afternoon Session (Private)
Ryan Pommier · December 2023
Great experience!
Naples Inshore Fishing Trip - 4 Hr Schedule : Afternoon Session (Private)
Monica Czarnik · November 2023
Great trip
Golden Gate Canal Fishing 8 Hour Trip Schedule : Morning Session (Private)
Robert Zoz · November 2023
What fishing charters can you book in Naples?
iOutdoors books offshore fishing trips out of Naples for snapper and kingfish, from $850 for 4 hours and $1,200 for 6 hours, and bass trips for peacock bass and largemouth on the Golden Gate Canal (from $399), Alligator Alley (from $375) and Lake Trafford (from $400) for 4 hours. Inshore trips in the Naples backwaters are booked by phone at (407) 392-4593.
Compare Naples fishing trips
| Inshore | Offshore · Naples | Bass · Golden Gate Canal | Bass · Alligator Alley (MM 41) | Bass · Alligator Alley (MM 35) | Bass · Lake Trafford | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Where | Backwaters & mangroves | Gulf of Mexico | Naples | Everglades canals | Everglades canals | Immokalee |
| Main target | Snook, redfish, tarpon | Snapper, kingfish | Peacock bass, largemouth bass | Peacock bass, largemouth bass | Peacock bass, largemouth bass | Peacock bass, largemouth bass |
| Trip lengths | 4, 6 or 8 h | 4 or 6 h | 4 or 6 h | 4, 6 or 8 h | 4, 6 or 8 h | 4, 6 or 8 h |
| Price | Call to book: (407) 392-4593 | From $850 (4 h), $1,200 (6 h) | From $399 (4 h), $500 (6 h) | From $375 (4 h), $450 (6 h), $600 (8 h) | From $375 (4 h), $450 (6 h), $600 (8 h) | From $400 (4 h), $500 (6 h), $600 (8 h) |
| License | Included | Included | Florida freshwater license needed (16+) | Florida freshwater license needed (16+) | Florida freshwater license needed (16+) | Florida freshwater license needed (16+) |
| Best for | Families, first-timers | Bigger fish and open water | Families, up to 4 people | Families, up to 4 people | Families, up to 4 people | Families, up to 4 people |
| Book inshore | Book offshore | Book bass | Book bass | Book bass | Book bass |
What’s biting in Naples by season
Full Naples fishing calendarWinter Dec–Feb
- Offshore: Snapper on the reefs on calm days
- Bass: Largemouth move shallow to spawn
Spring Mar–May
- Offshore: Kingfish along the coast
- Bass: Good bass fishing as the water warms
Summer Jun–Aug
- Offshore: Snapper; early starts beat the heat
- Bass: Best early and late in the day
Fall Sep–Nov
- Offshore: Kingfish return as the water cools
- Bass: Bass feed up as the water cools
What you can catch in Naples
Offshore trips fish the Gulf of Mexico. Bass trips fish Lake Trafford, the Golden Gate Canal and the Everglades canals along Alligator Alley.
- Inshore (by phone): snook, redfish and tarpon in the backwaters.
- Offshore: snapper and kingfish, depending on the season.
- Bass: peacock bass and largemouth on the Golden Gate Canal and Alligator Alley, and largemouth on Lake Trafford.
Redfish
Red drumOn the grass flats and shorelines, all year.
Snapper
SnapperOn reefs and wrecks offshore.
Kingfish
King mackerelOn the reefs and along the coast in the warmer months.
Peacock bass
Butterfly peacock bassIn the Golden Gate Canal and Everglades canals; strong fighters that like warm water.
Largemouth bass
Florida bassCaught all year on the Golden Gate Canal, Alligator Alley and Lake Trafford.
Seasons, size and bag limits apply to many species: see the FWC freshwater and saltwater fishing regulations.
Where you’ll fish
Open in Google Maps: Naples · Lake Trafford · Golden Gate Canal · Alligator Alley
Inshore: the Naples backwaters and mangroves (book by phone).
Offshore: out of Naples into the Gulf of Mexico. Your captain confirms the meeting spot and start time before the trip.
Bass: the Golden Gate Canal in Naples (closest to town), the Everglades canals along Alligator Alley (mile markers 35 and 41), and Lake Trafford near Immokalee.
How to plan your Naples fishing trip
Naples sits on Florida’s southwest Gulf coast, with freshwater bass lakes and canals inland toward the Everglades.
Inshore, offshore or bass?
Choose inshore (by phone) for snook, redfish and tarpon in the backwaters. Choose offshore for snapper and kingfish in the Gulf. Choose a bass trip for peacock bass and largemouth; bass boats take up to 4 people.
Which bass water?
If you are staying in Naples, start with the Golden Gate Canal: it is the closest and holds peacock bass and largemouth. Alligator Alley trips fish the Everglades canals at mile marker 35 or 41. Lake Trafford is a large lake near Immokalee, farther from town.
Where to stay and what’s nearby
Pick your base by the trip you book. Your captain confirms the exact meeting spot before the trip.
- Offshore and inshore trips: stay in Old Naples, near the Naples City Dock on Naples Bay (Crayton Cove). Cove Inn on Naples Bay is right at the dock; Hyatt House Naples/5th Avenue and Holiday Inn Express & Suites Naples Downtown are a short drive away on 5th Avenue South.
- Golden Gate Canal and Alligator Alley bass trips: stay off I-75 at Pine Ridge Road, for example Home2 Suites by Hilton Naples I-75 Pine Ridge Road or Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham Naples. Golden Gate is a few minutes away, and Alligator Alley starts just east of town on I-75.
- Lake Trafford bass trips: the lake is in Immokalee, about 45 minutes inland. Seminole Casino Hotel Immokalee is the closest full-service hotel.
Getting here: Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) in Fort Myers is about 40 minutes north of downtown Naples. Naples Airport (APF) serves private and charter flights.
Off the water: the Naples Pier and Gulf beaches, dinner on Fifth Avenue South or Third Street South, and the Naples Botanical Garden.
Hotels are listed for convenience; iOutdoors isn’t affiliated with them.
Inshore trips
Inshore trips in the Naples backwaters aren’t booking online right now. Call (407) 392-4593, 9 am – 6 pm, to book one.
What should we bring?
Sunglasses, a hat, sunscreen, food and drinks. On bass trips, each angler 16 or older needs a Florida freshwater fishing license unless exempt.
Naples fishing charter FAQ
How much does a fishing charter in Naples cost?
Offshore trips start at $850 for 4 hours, $1,200 for 6 hours. Bass on Golden Gate Canal trips start at $399 for 4 hours, $500 for 6 hours. Bass on Alligator Alley (MM 41) trips start at $375 for 4 hours, $450 for 6 hours, $600 for 8 hours. Bass on Alligator Alley (MM 35) trips start at $375 for 4 hours, $450 for 6 hours, $600 for 8 hours. Bass on Lake Trafford trips start at $400 for 4 hours, $500 for 6 hours, $600 for 8 hours. The booking calendar shows the exact price for your date and group.
Can I book an inshore trip in Naples?
Yes, by phone. Call (407) 392-4593, 9 am – 6 pm, to book an inshore trip for snook, redfish and tarpon (4, 6 or 8 hours).
Where do bass trips go?
To the Golden Gate Canal in Naples (our top pick if you are staying in town), the Everglades canals along Alligator Alley, or Lake Trafford near Immokalee. Bass boats take up to 4 people.
Are these trips good for kids and first-timers?
Yes. Bass boats take up to 4 people, and your guide or captain sets up the rods and helps every step of the way.
Do I need a fishing license?
On saltwater trips the captain’s license covers you. On freshwater trips, each angler 16 or older needs a Florida freshwater fishing license unless exempt.
What’s included?
Inshore trips include the licensed captain, fishing license, rods, reels, tackle, bait and fuel. Offshore trips include the licensed captain, fishing license, rods, reels, tackle, bait and fuel. Bass trips include the guide, bass boat, fuel, life jackets, rods, reels, tackle and lures. Not included: the tip (10–20% is customary) and food and drinks.
What happens if the weather is bad?
If the guide or captain cancels for weather, you get a full refund or a free reschedule.
What is the cancellation policy?
You can cancel for free up to 72 hours before your trip.
