Explore Florida’s Pristine Backwaters: 4-Hour Private Flats Fishing Charter on Marco Island
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
4 hours
Fitness Level
Moderate fitness required for standing and casting during fishing. Some mobility needed for getting on/off the boat.
Overview
Discover the thrill of sight fishing snook, tarpon, and redfish on a private 4-hour charter through Marco Island’s pristine backwaters. Enjoy expert guidance, peaceful waterways, and a memorable Florida fishing experience.
4 Hour Backwater/Flats
Starting at $575 | Private Charter | Most Popular!
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About This Adventure
Enjoy the Calm Waters While Fishing
Rates
Private Charter: $575 Price includes 4 people, up to 6 passengers total. Additional passengers are $50 each.
All Ages Welcome!
About
Backwater fishing is our specialty, fishing for Florida's most popular game-fish among the mangroves of the 10,000 islands. Backwater fishing offers calm waters, beautiful scenery and little travel. Offshore fishing ventures in to the Gulf of Mexico. Fishing the wrecks and reefs off of the coast of Marco Island and Naples.
Relax and fish among the shallow shores of the 10,000 Islands. These tranquil waters hold numerous game fish such as Snook, Tarpon. Redfish, Snapper, Trout, Jack Creval, Pompano, Sheepshead and Ladyfish among others. As your cruising the shallows, see Dolphins, West Indies Manatee and dozens of different land and sea birds.
The backwaters require a little casting of either live or artificial baits along mangrove covered shores and sandy beaches. This is a great adventure for the whole family. The protected waters are calm and children through adult can enjoy the action. With little travel you can be relaxing and hooking up with some of the worlds most unique gamefish. If the kids or wife need a change of pace, stop off on one of Marco's barrier island beaches to shell or swim. Most charters don't mind a little break in the action.
Backwaters: Snook, Redfish, Sea Trout, Tarpon, Pompano, Snapper, Jack Crevale and Ladyfish.
What to Bring
- Sun Protection: Sunscreen, Hats, Polarized Glasses
Adventure Tips
Bring polarized sunglasses
Polarized lenses cut glare on the water, helping you spot fish beneath the surface.
Check the tide charts
Fishing success often depends on tides; plan your trip around moving tides for best results.
Use light tackle and fluorocarbon line
Shallow flats require subtle presentations; light gear increases your chances of a bite.
Apply reef-safe sunscreen
Protect your skin and the fragile marine environment with eco-friendly sunscreen.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Bottlenose dolphins
- Great blue herons
History
Marco Island’s coastal waters have been a fishing hub since Calusa Native Americans lived here centuries ago.
Conservation
Six Chuter Charters practices catch-and-release fishing and encourages using eco-friendly sunscreens to protect marine habitats.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Light spinning rod and reel
Ideal for targeting flats fish with finesse and sensitivity.
summer specific
Polarized sunglasses
Critical for reducing water surface glare and spotting fish.
Reef-safe sunscreen
Protects skin and the marine ecosystem from harmful chemicals.
summer specific
Hat with sun protection
Keep your eyes and face shaded during long hours on the water.
summer specific