Boca Grande & Englewood Tarpon Fishing Charter Trips & Rates
Boca Grande, Florida is the number one location to target tarpon. That is why our area is called the "tarpon capital of the world." The best time of year to target tarpon is April through July. The tarpon begin migrating into Boca Grande during March and are in full swing early to mid April. We consider April to be the preferred month to target tarpon in Boca Grande Pass because the crowds of other boaters have not arrived and the tarpon are chewing! The tarpon are thick throughout May and June then their migration slowly comes to an end by the end of July and we'll be left with local tarpon in the bays. We're typically catching tarpon that weigh between 50-130lbs, but the occasional 150lb+ tarpon will be caught throughout the season.
We primarily target the tarpon in Boca Grande Pass. The Pass ranges from 40-80ft and the tarpon congregate there for safety in numbers and the large amount of food that flows in and out. It is not uncommon to have 20-30ft of solid tarpon on our Humminbird down sonar. We use conventional reels with braided line marked at certain depths to assure your live bait is at the prime spot in the water column. When the tarpon are not in Boca Grande Pass, we will target them using live bait on the beaches with spinning gear.
April-July
- (5hrs): $930 ($900 cash)
* rates are based on 3 anglers. A 4th angler can be added for an additional $100.
We primarily target the tarpon in Boca Grande Pass. The Pass ranges from 40-80ft and the tarpon congregate there for safety in numbers and the large amount of food that flows in and out. It is not uncommon to have 20-30ft of solid tarpon on our Humminbird down sonar. We use conventional reels with braided line marked at certain depths to assure your live bait is at the prime spot in the water column. When the tarpon are not in Boca Grande Pass, we will target them using live bait on the beaches with spinning gear.
Tarpon fishing charters are one of the most exciting trips we offer and it is an experience of a lifetime. Join Captains Jesse and Kelly in the "tarpon capital of the world," and hook in to one of the world famous silver kings. We offer both morning and evening tarpon fishing charters, as well as extended trips, if desired.
People around the world visit Boca Grande, "tarpon capital of the world," to experience this world class fishing opportunity and hook in to a giant silver king. Tarpon put up an epic fight with many runs and exhilarating jumps, making you bow to the king.
F.A.Q.s
What time of day is best to target tarpon?
Tarpon feed best in the dark. They have very large eyes which allow them to aggressively feed with minimal light.
What type of bait is used to catch tarpon?
The preferred baits to target tarpon are crabs, threadfin herring, shrimp, and squirrelfish.
Can we take the tarpon out of the water for a picture?
No. Because of their size and weight, significant harm can occur to the tarpon if taken out of the water.
How much does a tarpon fishing charter cost?
Our 5hr tarpon fishing charters cost $900 (cash). Hours can be added at an additional cost.
What is the best month to fish for tarpon at Boca Grande?
The best month(s) to fish for tarpon in Boca Grande is April and May.
Where is the best place in Florida to target tarpon?
Boca Grande is the best place to target tarpon in Florida because it holds the most tarpon in one place during their annual migration.
How long does it take to reel in a tarpon?
The tarpon battle usually lasts anywhere from 5-20 minutes for an average sized fish (50-130lbs). A larger fish 150lbs and above can last up to an hour or more.
How big are the tarpon caught in Boca Grande?
Boca Grande Pass holds all sizes of tarpon. We've caught them as small as 30lbs and as large as 200lbs.
What is the Florida state record for tarpon?
The largest recorded tarpon caught in Florida with conventional tackle was 243lbs!
