Grouper Fishing in Naples, Florida.
Hard-pulling bottom fish and the best dinner on the boat.
Grouper fishing in Naples happens offshore over ledges, wrecks and hard bottom in the Gulf. Gag and red grouper pull straight down for structure, so it's a fun, physical fight — and the fillets are the reason a lot of families book the full day.
Where we find grouper in Naples
Natural ledges, artificial reefs and wrecks 12–35 miles off Naples and Marco Island.
How we fish for them
Heavy conventional tackle with live pinfish, squid or cut bait on the bottom. Lock the drag and crank hard for the first ten feet.
Best time of year
Fall and winter are excellent when the water cools and grouper move shallower; check current state and federal seasons.
Private charters for up to 4 anglers (up to 6 for $100 per extra person). Rods, reels, bait, tackle, fishing licenses, ice and water included — and we clean your catch.
What guests say on Google.
"Always a great time with captain Tony! Guy knows where the fish are at all times!! I stopped counting after about 20 fish! Had a great dinner as well afterwards… very knowledgeable, the only captain I'll go out with from now on!"
"We have been charter fishing with Captain Tony for the last 4 years and plan to continue to fish with him in the coming years. He is so knowledgeable of the area and puts in lots of effort to make your fishing experience fun and exciting. I highly recommend fishing with him if you are ever in the Naples area!"
"I have been fishing with Captain Tony for 20+ years and have never had a bad day on the water with him.....and we catch fish, always! I learn from him on every trip. Experienced, Personable, Engaging...Good Guy...Great Guide!"
"I'm so glad we did this! Captain Tony was very knowledgeable and very patient. Everyone in my group had little to no experience fishing and Tony did a very good job of teaching everyone and showed great patience."
"Absolutely amazing time! 100% would go with Tony again, very fun; took us around all sorts of spots to catch a variety of fish - over 25 fish in half a day?! You are missing out if you don't go with Tony!"
"Fantastic experience every time I go out with Captain Tony. He will work to get you on the fish no matter the conditions."
Book your Naples fishing charter.
Tell us your preferred dates and we'll confirm availability within a few hours. Prefer to talk? Captain Tony answers the phone himself for every Naples fishing charter.