Marco Island Inshore Fishing Charter: Ten Thousand Islands

Cast into mangrove creeks and open bays where snook and redfish hunt in shallow water.

A private inshore fishing charter from Marco Island puts you on the water in the Ten Thousand Islands with a licensed local captain who customizes the day around tides, weather and fish activity. You'll fish productive backcountry, mangrove shorelines and barrier islands for snook, redfish, spotted seatrout, tarpon and snapper, with all tackle and licenses provided. The charter departs from 909 Collier Ct and runs 4 to 6 hours depending on the option you choose.

Step-by-step itinerary

Private fishing charter in Ten Thousand Islands

• Meet captain at Marco Island dock
• Board boat and review itinerary
• Fish in Ten Thousand Islands area
• Return to departure location

The experience

The Ten Thousand Islands south of Marco Island is a maze of mangrove islands, winding creeks and protected bays that hold snook, redfish and tarpon year-round. Your captain meets you at the marina on Collier Ct, goes over the day's plan, and takes you into areas that feel far removed from the nearby beaches and resorts. The boat, tackle and fishing license are all included, so you show up and fish. The captain reads the tide and current to find where the fish are feeding that day, then positions the boat so you can cast into the shallows where these species hunt.

A 4-hour charter gives you a morning or afternoon window. A 6-hour option extends your time on the water and covers more ground. Bottled water and all safety equipment come with the trip. The captain handles navigation through the creeks and islands while you focus on the cast and the strike. This is not a tour boat with a running commentary. It's a working fishing day built around what you came to do.

What’s included

• All fishing tackle and rods.
• Florida fishing license.
• professional licensed captain.
• safety equipment.
• bottled water.
• use of the boat and marina facilities including restrooms and parking.

Options for this experience

3 options

Morning charter of 4 hours, starting at 7 AMGuide in English · 07:00Private charter lasting 4 hours on a 24' saltwater boat for 1-4 guests, starting at 7 AM.

Afternoon charter of 4 hours, starting at 2 PMGuide in English · 14:00Private charter lasting 4 hours on a 24' saltwater boat for 1-4 guests, starting at 2 PM.

Morning charter of 6 hours, starting at 7 AMGuide in English · 07:00Private charter lasting 6 hours on a 24' saltwater boat for 1-4 guests, starting at 7 AM.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 07:00 and 14:00

Book up to14h before

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 6 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller-friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot recommended with heart problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by iOutdoor Fishing Adventures

Is this one for you?Choose the 4-hour morning or afternoon slot if you want a focused half-day on the water. The 6-hour morning charter suits anglers who want to cover more islands and fish through a longer tide window. All three options are private, so the captain's attention stays on your fishing and your pace.

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Top questions

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What fish can I expect to catch in the Ten Thousand Islands?

Snook, redfish and spotted seatrout are the main targets year-round, with tarpon, snapper and other inshore species depending on the season and current conditions. Your captain adjusts the strategy based on what's active the day you fish.

Do I need my own fishing license or gear?

No. The charter includes a Florida fishing license, all rods and tackle, and safety equipment. You just need to bring yourself and be ready to cast.

Where does the boat leave from and how far is it from Marco Island hotels?

The boat departs from 909 Collier Ct, Marco Island, with ample parking and restrooms. If you're staying at the JW Marriott Beach Resort in the center of Marco Island, the captain offers free pickup if you arrange it before your trip.

How much time do I actually spend fishing versus traveling to the fishing grounds?

The charter covers 4 to 6 hours depending on which option you book. Your captain navigates directly into productive backcountry and mangrove creeks from the marina, so most of the time is spent fishing rather than running long distances.