What would you recommend to anglers fishing in Naples, Florida for the first time?

Our trip was not specifically for fishing, more for a combination of shelling, fishing and bird/dolphin watching. We only caught a couple of fish, but we did not fish very long so were pleased with what we caught.

Id recommend Capt Marc. The day we went out, two of the people were inexperienced in fishing. Capt Marc not only showed them how to cast and techniques for fishing, he worked hard to make sure they had a super day…. And he was successful in every way!!!

The two times I fished offshore near Naples have been nonstop action and numerous species. Each time we saw dolphins, enormous sea turtles, sharks and more. It’s a great place to fish with kids or the whole family.

Definitely go with a guide. I am an avid fisherman in the upper Midwest but i learned a lot from the Captain about bait selection, rigging, techniques, and tides, that i wouldn't have know how to navigate on my own. It is an investment but pays off dividends with knowledge you receive.

We did not do a real fishing trip, but should have so its hard to grade the fishing in Naples, but on a real fishing trip I'm sure it is good, because we saw photos of good fishing in the brochure.....

Early March is still "winter" in Naples. Cold front came through and we had North and Northwest winds which caused dirty water on the inbound tide in the Bays. 3rd week of March on becomes more consistent as the "summer" season begins.

Choose a vessel and trip length appropriate for your angling skills and experience, endurance, affordability, and time available. Don't expect big game on a half day trip on a big boat, and conversely don't expect comfort on a small but fast open fisherman. Most importantly, talk to your captain....tell him or her what you expect, and they'll tell you what experience they can provide.

Find a reputable & experienced company to charter your trip. Don’t set your expectations too high, fish are unpredictable. Book a full day trip, this will get you further out in the ocean where the bigger fish are at.

We did not catch anything sensational, but the experience was well worth it! We would definitely book again, but this time call Captain Mark directly to inquire about tide and best time/day to fish!

Yes this is a great family vacation highlight! My kids have not stopped talking about how much fun they had! The clean and bagged the fish we caught and recommended a great restaurant close by that would cook our catch!!!

While the fish tend to gather near mangrove roots, you may want to practice your casting in open waters to get a better sense of how far your line will travel. It is relatively easy to overcast and snag your hook and line on the mangrove roots and have to put on a new hook when you break the line to get untangled. Also, bring someone that really enjoys fishing along with you.

You’ll always catch something off of Naples but trophy fish are going to be easier to catch inshore during the colder months.

I July it’s hit or miss on the weather been coming down for the last 20 years this year was very hot but better than rain. My family still had a great time

Try this guy he was very good about putting on u on fish and very knowledgeable. We caught tons of sharks.

Find out what is in season before you go and see if it is worth it. We had fun but the big ones we caught were not in season.

Book an all day fishing charter. It will really give you the opportunity to catch those fish that are on your list.

It's fishing so understand that you might not get the fish that want but just enjoy the experience.

My husband fishes often. This was a surprise trip planned by me - his wife - and he was happy with the experience.

Talk to you Capt. Get to know what to expect. Fish are fish... They either bite, or swim by. Trust the Capt. To put you on fish that are biting.

Absolutely, it was my first trip. And the fish were fileted and cleaned so that they would be ready to cook for dinner that evening.

I was told that the fishing was better a little later in the season when the water is warmer, so I would recommend first time anglers book in April or May.

Call Captain Brandon at Reel Fishing Charters as he is knowledgeable and professional and provides a great experience.

Give the captain details of exactly what you are looking for and make sure they can deliver that experience.

Acknowledge your own skill level and be willing to accept the expertise of the boat crew ... they will do their best to make your experience memorable.

Good fishing charters and from the marina. Lots of options for catch and eat fish. Weather is changeable but the captain will keep to up to date.

Go full day so you can get out far enough to find bigger variety. On half day it’s important to get a good tide, high or low, b/c stagnant water theory don’t bite.

Just like fishing it didn’t work out this time but I would try it again the future and hope for better weather.

Yes very good capt. Jim, excellent first mate. One complait,is only 2 grouper per person. That's not very much and having to go out 20 miles .this is not the charters fault it is the state rules.

Pack lots of sunscreen, take a hat, and be prepared for a workout. Pick a fast boat if you want bigger fish, it takes time to get out there.

Use resources to investigate others reviews of their experiences. This was key for me to pick the Captain & Boat that we used.