Knowledgeable, polite, made it very enjoyable
About Activity
What's Included
Includes
- Count ALL guest, including children as adults when booking. Everyone onboard counts toward capacity
- Life Jackets
- All Fishing gear, bait, and licenses will be provided
Excludes
- Parking
- Gratuity is not included.
- 15%-20% gratuity is customary and appreciated
- Guests are responsible for damage to rods, reels, or equipment due to misuse.
- Guest are welcome to bring their own drinks and snacks, as they are not provided.
Departure & Return
Departure Point
- All trips depart from Goodland Boat Park. We recommend arriving 15 minutes early to allow time for parking and restrooms. Customers must pay for parking.Walk down to the dock five minutes before your scheduled start time to meet your captain. Look for a 4thStoryCharters boat.
Return
- All trips depart from Goodland Boat Park. We recommend arriving 15 minutes early to allow time for parking and restrooms. Customers must pay for parking.Walk down to the dock five minutes before your scheduled start time to meet your captain. Look for a 4thStoryCharters boat.
Itinerary
Discover the wild beauty of Marco Island’s scenic mangroves on a thrilling 2-hour catch-and-release fishing expedition. Perfect for families, friends, or small groups, this private charter for up to 6 guests offers an unforgettable journey through one of Florida’s most vibrant coastal ecosystems. What to Expect on Your Marco Island Fishing Adventure: Keep your eyes peeled for dolphins and exotic birds Enjoy expert guidance from seasoned local captains All fishing gear provided Located in the heart of Marco Island, this eco-friendly fishing tour combines relaxation, exploration, and excitement. Whether you're a seasoned angler or a curious beginner, you'll love the peaceful setting and the thrill of the catch. Book your Marco Island mangrove fishing tour today and experience the magic of Florida’s coastal waters like never before. Count ALL guest, including children as adults when booking. Everyone onboard counts toward capacity *** Please note this is a catch and release trip*** *** Have a Group Larger than 6? We have 2 boats and can take groups up to 12 people. Please reach out to customer service and they will assist you in booking***
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Reviews
Private boat keeps you with your family. Our captain, Jason was great extremely helpful and good with my kids.
Captain Jason did a great job. We caught some fish and enjoyed our time out on the water. Highly recommend for families.
We had an amazing time on our 2-hour fishing charter! The captain was friendly, knowledgeable, the boat was clean, well-maintained, and everything was organized, making for a relaxing and enjoyable trip. Even though it was only two hours, it never felt rushed, and we made some great memories.I would absolutely recommend this charter to anyone looking for a fun fishing experience, we’d definitely book again!
Excellent trip. Captain Tom was the best. Everyone caught fish and we saw dolphins playing in the boat’s wake. We highly recommend this outing. Well worth the money.
Wonderful fun family experience! Our captain was extremely helpful and engaged, everyone caught a fish which was exciting. Saw dolphins and had them follow us along the way which was icing on the cake. 10/10 will do again
Even though it was a short trip due to stormy weather, Captain Jason made our trip smooth and comfortable and worked hard to get us a few fish before the weather moved in. With brand new young anglers needing a lot of help he did great, and understood didn’t matter what they caught, just wanted those kids to get to wet a line and reel something in. If we had more time, i have no doubt we could have caught some keepers, but no one controls the weather. Thank you again for the short but awesome trip and for the partial refund which was more than I expected! Highly recommend!
Captain and experience were great. Highly recommend. Everything was timely and exactly as the website described.
Captain Jason was a true pro! He promptly responded to any communications prior to our charter, immediately got us on fish, made a great connection with the kids, provided clear instructions, and was busy keeping the hooks baited and getting the fish off the line all morning. We’d highly recommend him to anyone looking for a knowledgeable and fun guide.
Kevin was a great guide and teacher. Also very knowledgeable about the area.
Wow! Captain Kevin was absolutely incredible. The morning of our departure he texted with specific details of where to go, what to bring, and where to meet him. Upon greeting him he built an immediately rapport with us and more importantly our 7 and 9 year olds. He went over the safety of the boat - rules and how to make the best choices to have the safest and best time. He gave his history and information about Marco Island and its ecosystems as we trolled along to our first fishing spot. Unprompted he asked if we wanted to take a few min to see dolphins and of course the kids said yes! What a delight. He took us to several stops and carefully taught my 9 year old (and husband ha!) tips and tricks and the best way to catch some fish. What an overall blast. We tried to book again on our trip but they were full (I can understand why!!) 10/10 recommend!!
Wonderful two hour charter with our three kids who are relatively new-to-fishing. Captain Jason did a great job for our family outing, found a couple different spots where all were able to catch. Highly recommend.
This was the perfect fishing charter for our family. My kids will be talking about this experience for years to come.
We had an amazing experience on this charter fishing trip! From the moment we arrived, the captain made our family feel welcome and comfortable. He was incredibly patient with the kids, took the time to teach my son about safety rules and casting and made sure everyone had a chance to reel in a fish. The boat was clean, safe, and well-equipped, and Captain Jason worked hard to keep us on fish throughout the trip. Our kids had an absolute blast and are still talking about all the fish they caught! It was the perfect mix of adventure, fun, and family time. If you’re looking for a kid-friendly, family-oriented fishing charter, this is the one to book. Captain Jason truly went above and beyond to create memories that will last a lifetime. We can’t wait to come back for another trip!
This was a perfect trip and amount of time with a 5 & 7 yr old that have never fished before. Capt Tom was very patient and helpful. Great activity and beautiful sights as well as fishing. Would highly recommend.
Captain Tom was great. He was friendly. He was kind we caught great fish. The overall experience was wonderful.
Captain Jason did a great job. The kids had a blast catching fish and seeing dolphins up close. We will book with him again for sure!
Our captain Kevin was excellent. He made sure everyone had a successful fishing experience. His understanding of sea life came to life when he created the wake for the dolphin to play with us. We were in awe🤗👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 we learned about the mangroves and the 10 thousand islands surrounding us. A fantastic adventure for all of us 👍💗💗💗
We really enjoyed our trip with Captain Jason! Him and his son were very helpful. We are very happy booked our boat tour with them!!
Our kids (10 and 14) had a fantastic time catching snapper, catfish and oysters. Captain Tom was great!
Captain Jason was fantastic! He was very informative, knowledgeable, and made the entire fishing trip enjoyable for our family. He was especially patient with the kids and made sure everyone felt comfortable and involved throughout the experience. Safety was always a top priority, which gave us great peace of mind. We truly appreciated his professionalism and friendly attitude. Highly recommend booking a trip with him!
We were vacationing in the area and definitely not seasoned fishermen/women, however we decided to try something new and booked this 2-hour excursion. The crew was so helpful and accommodating to help us learn. We caught several fish and a small shark, plus the boat ride itself to the fishing location was enjoyable. We saw several dolphins on our way back to shore which was an unexpected treat.
Capt Kevin was awesome! Very nice and knowledgable. Had fish on in minutes of fishing. Kept our hooks baited and got the fish off quick for us. Our 5 year old and 7 year old had a blast. Would definitely book again!
We had an enjoyable excursion with Captain Jason. He was very professional and helped my grandsons, ages 8 & 11, to have a fun first experience fishing! The trip was calm and relaxing. The time frame of 2 hours was perfect for the boys. I would suggest booking directly with Captain Jason/4th Story Charters, rather than through a third party.
The captain was wonderful and made the most of this mini fishing trip. In the pic it shows a kid holding a large fish making it seem it was possible to catch decent fish- possibly for eating. It's just a an opportunity to drop a line to catch lil fish - bait fish basically. Definitely a fishing trip for little kids to try their hand at parking over a school of fish close to shore and for them to feel success at pulling in one after another. Consider it a day for the adults to watch the joy on the younger kids faces as they bring in one after another of little fish. Enjoy the scenery and the captain making the most of boat ride for the adults
We had a great time and caught so many different fish! Captain Jason was very knowledgeable and helpful. Highly recommend!
Our family had such a great time with Captain Kevan. He was so kind, patient and friendly from the moment we met him. We took a short ride to our fishing spot and caught many types of fish. My kids had so much fun learning the names of all the fish. Captain Kevan taught us so many cool nature facts. The kids left wanting to do that again very soon. Highlight of our week long trip!!
This was our second time doing a family private fishing trip with Captain Jason, and it was just as great—if not better—than the first. Last year we did the two-hour trip, and this year we upgraded to four hours, which gave us even more time to enjoy everything. The experience was incredibly fun from start to finish. Being out on the water, we saw dolphins, turtles, and even sting rays, which made it feel like more than just a fishing trip. The kids had an amazing time catching both big and small fish, and the adults got in on the action too—we even caught a small shark! Captain Jason was fantastic, making sure everyone was comfortable, engaged, and having a great time. It’s the kind of experience that really stands out on a family vacation. I would absolutely recommend this trip with 4th Story Charters to anyone visiting Marco Island. We’ll definitely be back again!
Captain Kevin was fantastic! Would definitely book again next time we’re in town. My husband caught a baby shark 🦈
Kevan was a great captain. He was kind and helped the kids catch lots of fish. It was perfect weather and we caught a hammer head.
Had a great time and everyone caught something!
My son was so excited and caught so many fishes, posed for pictures, we had an amazing time. The Captain was very nice and made sure my son had a great experience.
This trip was well worth the money. Capt. Jason was very knowledgeable and patient with our newbie fishermen and had them pulling multiple fish out of the water by the end of the trip. Would definitely book again.
Captain Kevin was awesome! We had a great time. Caught some bonnet sharks. Saw dolphins. And learned a lot.
Joe did a great job making the experience fun for my two boys, ages 7 and 9.
This was an easy and incredibly fun family experience. Captain Joe was knowledgeable, helpful and was great at making sure our kids felt like successful fishermen.
Our 2 hour kid fishing trip was the perfect Florida adventure with our two children (9&11yrs old). Communication with Captain Kevin was seamless. We appreciated the energy and information of the surrounding area. Captain kept the kids engaged immediately. Our kiddos learned about proper fishing technique and local fish -it worked! Each caught aprx 5 fish! Many thanks to Cpt Kevin for a memorable, fun safe experience!
We had a great experience with Captain Jason. We went on a quick 2-hour fishing trip, which was perfect for our young kids. We got to see multiple dolphins and caught several fish. We had a lot of fun!
Best experience! Colt was awesome!! Want to book another trip before we leave Marco. We caught any different type of fish. The kids and adults had the BEST time
We unfortunately didn’t catch more than a few catfish and sheep heads, but our family still had a blast with captain Kevin! He made the trip memorable with facts, info, finding some dolphins and osprey families. We’ll be trying again on our next trip to Marco, and we’ll be looking for captain Kevin!
Kevin was awesome and did a great job helping us out. The women really liked it cause they didn't have to touch the bait or the fish. Next time we'll do a longer trip than two hours!
Highly recommend! Jason was great with the kids and really wanted to make sure they caught fish! Our whole family enjoyed it and would do it again in a heartbeat
A beautiful relaxing afternoon. A great afternoon for both kids (8 and 11). They had a blast and it was time very well spent
What an amazing experience. Captain Kevin was awesome. Patient, a great teacher and really made the day special for my son and I.
Captain Kevin from 4th story charters was amazing. Great with my kids and super knowledgeable. Caught a few baby hammerhead sharks, and almost caught a bull shark! So much fun.
Our family had a wonderful time with Jason! He is very knowledgeable regarding the types of fish we caught. Safety was his top priority, which we appreciated it! We had a great experience and highly recommend! Our sons, ages 6, 11, and 15 all had a blast!
Captain Joe was THE BEST!! We caught so many fish right off the bat and ended our tour with catching a sting ray which was the highlight of the trip! An absolutely perfect day all around, we can’t recommend this excursion enough - perfect for families!! Our 9 and 5 year olds can’t stop talking about it. Thank you Captain Joe!
Exactly what we were looking for. Myself and my 4 year old did a trip with captain Kevin. He was extremely friendly and took extra time to teach my 4 year old all about fish and fishing. If you are looking for something for young kids this is the place to be. Caught all types of fish including a hammerhead shark that my son is still talking about! We will be back next year!
Great experience! We were able to see lots of dolphins and catch lots of fish. Jason helped us with everything and made it an easy fun day for us!
Despite the cooler temperatures, our teenagers had a blast fishing. Captain Kevin put them in the right fishing spots! They are already looking forward to next year’s trip!
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