Marco Island Fishing Charters Reviews

Kyle was great!! The boat was clean and nice. We booked the shelling and fishing but chose to fish the whole time. He moved often trying to find more fish. He was great with the teenage boys too! Would recommend!

Way better than I expected! When my husband told me we were going on a fishing trip, I was truthfully nervous. But this was an exceptional experience, especially with Kyle who made it easy and bougie for us. He constantly had us hooked with new bait — sometimes before we even realized he was on it. It was really nice not having to touch any of the shrimp bait and have Captain Kyle take care of everything for us. He even out-ran a storm for us to sunny skies. We caught a bunch of different fish — squirrel fish, lady fish, blue fish, bonnet shark, jacks. And we saw lots of dolphin. They came right up to our boat. Later in the day Kyle got the dolphins to play in the wakes behind the boat. So amazing! Our 2 teens even had a good time. Highly recommend this company and Kyle as the Captain. Really fun day!!

Native Guided Fishing Charters helped my family have a great time. It was a big group with my wife, my two daughters, two of their friends and myself. None of us have much experience fishing, but we were enthusiastic to try. Kodie spent several minutes with me on a call providing details and options and recommendations on our trip. He looked at the weather and tide conditions along with the fish’s expected behavior for the time of year, and recommended the trip with the most favorable conditions that fit our schedule. On the day of our trip, Captain Kyle was our guide. The boat and equipment were top notch — a 300HP Yamaha 4-stroke that provided plenty of power and speed yet was quiet enough that we could talk. Kyle got us on fish at every spot and would move whenever the action died down. The boat had enough room for all six of us to actively cast and reel. Kyle cleaned and iced our catch after we returned and recommended a local restaurant to prepare our fish. I highly recommend Native Guided Fishing Charters — they should change their name to Native Guided “Catching” Charters!

Kyle was our captain for a 3 hour fishing charter with our family. He was amazing! He gave clear instructions, was very friendly and enthusiastic, and taught us about the local area and wildlife. He did everything for us — baited hooks, set our catches free for us, and offered to take pictures of our family with our phones. We caught over 20 good-sized fish and had a blast! Thank you Kyle! Five stars!

We booked a 6-hour backwater fishing charter with Native Guided Fishing for three couples and had a blast. The boat was very comfortable for 6 people and all of the fishing equipment was provided. Our guide, Kyle, was very friendly and worked really hard to make sure we had a great time. We would definitely use them again.

The owner Capt. Kodie worked with me for over a week to determine the best weather and tides for my wife and me to go fishing. It turned out to be a beautiful day on the water and Capt. Cooper did a great job finding the best places to catch many fish including spotted trout, shark, sheepshead, mangrove snapper and ladyfish. Plus seeing the islands and dolphins was an added bonus that the wife enjoyed. We will definitely be back next year!

Went out on a 4-hour charter with Captain Cooper. Caught about 10 different kinds of fish and about 50 total in multiple spots. We had 4 people on the boat and the boat was plenty big. Had my wife and 9 year old son. They had a blast catching fish. This was our second trip out with this company. Definitely recommend for any type of charter. Top notch for sure.

Unforgettable Fishing Charter Experience! We booked a fishing charter with Native Guided Fishing while visiting Marco Island, and it was truly an experience our family will never forget. From start to finish Captain Nick was outstanding. Early on, I pointed out a dolphin swimming near our boat, and Captain Nick said, “Let’s see if I can get it to surf the wake.” Sure enough, he positioned the boat just right — and the dolphin began surfing our wave! It followed behind us, jumping in and out of the water at least six times. On top of that, the fishing was fantastic. My younger son battled a stingray for over 16 minutes and came out victorious — a moment he’ll be talking about for years. Captain Nick was patient, knowledgeable, and great with kids. This wasn’t just a fishing trip — it was a true Marco Island adventure!

One of the best experiences for my son and I. Captain Kyle was the best! He was very knowledgeable, experienced, fun, and patient with my 6 year old son, who was a newbie to fishing. In no time, my son was fishing on his own and caught some great fish. He promised his grandma a fish and brought back some Spanish mackerel and snapper that he caught — he was so proud. He really wanted to catch a shark and it happened. The best fishing charter I’ve ever been on. Thanks to Captain Kyle and Native Guided Fishing for making beautiful core memories for my son that he will never forget. What a perfect day!

We had an absolutely incredible experience with Kyle from start to finish. He was professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely passionate about fishing — and it showed in every detail of the trip. He took the time to explain techniques, bait selection, and local patterns, which made the day both productive and educational. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced angler, he adjusts his approach to make sure everyone is comfortable and having a great time. Beyond the fishing itself, the entire experience was relaxed, fun, and well-organized. The boat and gear were top-notch, and safety was clearly a priority. What stood out most was his positive attitude and patience — you can tell he truly cares about his clients having a memorable day on the water. If you’re looking for a guide who works hard, knows the water inside and out, and makes the trip enjoyable from beginning to end, we can’t recommend Native Guided highly enough. We’ll absolutely be booking again!