Fred Gowdy Charters

If you want to fish all year round for a variety of species in a variety of places, then Fred Gowdy Charters is for you. Captain Fred Gowdy has over 15 years of experience, and runs trips both nearshore and inshore.

You will spend your day on a 2015 20’ Carolina Skiff JVX. These beauties are known for their quality and style, and can comfortably fit 3 anglers. So grab your friends, partner, or even kids over 7 years old.

The 90 HP engine will have you on the fish in no time. Coupled with the fishfinder and Capt. Fred’s extensive knowledge of the area, you’ll have your lines in the water and hooking your target fish before you know it.

Each trip heads out to different fisheries, so your target species will vary. Capt. Fred knows where to go to fish for Cobia, Redfish, Mangrove Snapper, Grouper, Jack Crevalle, Bass, Great Barracuda, Blacktip Shark, and many more. Just choose your species and the trip to match.

Even Tarpon can be caught year round here. These “Silver Kings” break the line in over 60% of cases. This is a great opportunity to test your skills and see who will end up on top – you or the Tarpon!

Capt. Fred is happy to catch live bait before the trip, or to wait for customers to catch it together. Whether you want the extra time fishing, or the added experience of catching your own live bait, just let Capt. Fred know before the trip. For some species that only need shrimp as their bait, it will be unnecessary to catch any more during the day.

For those with more experience, you are welcome to bring your own fly fishing equipment. For everyone else, the standard light tackle is all included. You don’t need to worry about your rods, reels, lures, or live bait – Capt. Fred will have everything prepared for you for your fishing adventure.

He can’t wait to welcome you on board and looks forward to showing you a great time on the water.



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Viaje Privado
    4 Hour Trip – Backwater (AM)
    ¡solicitado! Reservado hace: 2 días
    Cancelación GRATIS 1 día de aviso
    4 Horas de Viaje, Empieza 8:00 AM
    US $425
    This trip will have you using both live bait and artificial bait to target Tarpon, Snook, and Redfish. All live bait and gear are provided for. You need only remember to bring your snacks and water.
  • Viaje Privado
    4 Hour Trip – Backwater (PM)
    Cancelación GRATIS 1 día de aviso
    4 Horas de Viaje, Empieza 1:00 PM
    US $425
    You will be using live bait and artificial lures for Snook, Tarpon, and Redfish.
  • Viaje Privado
    4 Hour Trip – Peacock Bass & Snook
    Cancelación GRATIS 1 día de aviso
    4 Horas de Viaje, Empieza 10:00 AM
    US $425
    On this shorter trip you will target Snook, and Butterfly Peacock Bass. You will use artificial plugs. Anglers will need to purchase a freshwater fishing license for this trip.
  • Viaje Privado
    Half Day Trip – Nearshore
    Cancelación GRATIS 1 día de aviso
    4 Horas de Viaje, Empieza 8:00 AM
    US $525
    Hit the close reefs and run crab traps for Tripletail.
  • Viaje Privado
    6 Hour Trip – Backwater
    Cancelación GRATIS 1 día de aviso
    6 Horas de Viaje, Empieza 8:00 AM
    US $625
    This trip is great for targeting Snook, Redfish, and even Tarpon. Test your skills against the Silver King! You will use both live bait and artificial lures. Don't forget to bring plenty of water and food along too.
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FAQs about Fred Gowdy Charters

Fred Gowdy Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $425 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Backwater (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $425 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Backwater (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $425 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Peacock Bass & Snook (4 hours)
  • US $525 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip – Nearshore (4 hours)
  • US $625 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 6 Hour Trip – Backwater (6 hours)

When you book a trip with Fred Gowdy Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Localizador de peces
  • Vivero para la carnada
  • Motor de troleo inalámbrico
  • Nevera para la pesca

Trips booked with Fred Gowdy Charters include:
  • Cañas, carretes y equipo
  • Carnada Viva
  • Señuelos
  • Limpieza y Fileteado
  • Licencia de Pesca (Freshwater license required for peacock bass. )

Fred Gowdy Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Pesca en Río
  • Pesca de Orilla
  • Pesca Cerca de la Costa
  • Pesca en Arrecife
  • Pesca de Naufragio
  • Pesca en Aguas Poco Profundas
  • Pesca Backcountry

Fred Gowdy Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Equipo Ligero
  • Equipo Pesado
  • Pesca de Fondo/ Bottom Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Fred Gowdy Charters include:
  • Barracuda (Great)
  • Bass (Peacock)
  • Cobia
  • Grouper (Gag)
  • Jack Crevalle
  • Redfish
  • Shark (Blacktip)
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snook
  • Tarpon
  • Tripletail

Sobre el Captain

Fred Gowdy
Bonita Springs, Florida, Estados Unidos
Reportes de Pesca
Identificación y licencia verificadas
263 Opiniones de los clientes
Tiempo de respuesta dentro de una hora
Miembro desde Junio 2018
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Captain Fred Gowdy has been fishing for over 15 years. He recently decided to change this love of fishing into his occupation. He can't wait to show you the waters and hope you will have a great time out there with him. He knows where the fish are and have your lines in the water in no time!

Sobre este listado

Especies de Interés

Barracuda (Great) Great Barracuda
Bass (Peacock) Peacock Bass
Cobia Cobia
Grouper (Gag) Gag Grouper

Especificaciones del barco

Carolina Skiff JVX (Skiff) construido en 2015. Impulsado por 90HP Yamaha motor.

Longitud
20 ft
Capacidad
3 personas

Tipos de Pesca

Pesca en Río
Pesca de Orilla
Pesca Cerca de la Costa
Pesca en Arrecife
Pesca de Naufragio
Pesca en Aguas Poco Profundas
Pesca Backcountry

Técnicas de Pesca

Equipo Ligero
Equipo Pesado
Pesca de Fondo/ Bottom Fishing

Servicios

GPS
Localizador de peces
Vivero para la carnada
Motor de troleo inalámbrico
Nevera para la pesca

El Viaje Incluye

Cañas, carretes y equipo
Carnada Viva
Señuelos
Limpieza y Fileteado
Licencia de Pesca
Freshwater license required for peacock bass.

Política de Cancelación

Cancelación gratis hasta 1 día antes del viaje

Los clientes pueden cancelar o modificar su reserva hasta 1 día antes de la fecha del viaje sin cargo. Si el viaje se cancela o modifica después, o en caso de no presentarse, se cobrará el 100% del depósito.

Políticas

Traslado no incluído
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Se permiten niños
Min. age 7, life vests provided
Te quedas con la pesca
Se permite captura y liberación

Pago

Pay online in full

Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.

No additional fees.
Book with 15% deposit, pay rest to captain

Cuando el capitán confirme tu viaje, FishingBooker cargará a su tarjeta de crédito un depósito del 15% para garantizar la reserva.

El saldo restante se pagará directamente al operador del charter en la fecha del viaje o antes en uno de los siguientes métodos de pago:

Efectivo
Cheques

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Opiniones de los clientes

Calificación general
Excellent
4.9 / 5
de 5 estrellas de 259 reseñas
Barco
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Tripulación
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experiencia
Excellent
4.8 / 5
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Good charter trip.
Good charter trip.
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Buena experiencia
97%
Capitán amigable
100%
Recomienda este charter
98%
Apto para niños
95%
Satisfecho con el barco
99%
Atrapé lo que quería
90%
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Scott S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experiencia:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Barco
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Tripulación
Excellent
5.0 / 5
En general

Due to weather didn't expect much.

VERIFICADO   4 Hour Trip – Backwater (AM) on Enero 30, 2024
The weather was as cold as it gets in S Florida yet Cap Fred Gowdy had us on Fish most of the day. We didn’t expect much...
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John H.
Dahlonega, GA
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experiencia:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Barco
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Tripulación
Excellent
5.0 / 5
En general

Best Captain in South Florida!

VERIFICADO   4 Hour Trip – Peacock Bass & Snook on Abril 4, 2023
If you are searching FishingBooker for a guide around Naples, Fort Myers, etc, just stop wasting your time searching and book...
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Nicholas M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experiencia:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Barco
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Tripulación
Excellent
5.0 / 5
En general

Fred Boat Trip

VERIFICADO   NUEVO  4 Hour Trip – Backwater (AM) on Marzo 20, 2024
Fred was a great boat captain. He was super friendly to me, my 8 year old son and my uncle, taking us around to several spots...
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Chris C.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experiencia:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Barco
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Tripulación
Excellent
5.0 / 5
En general

Nice guys finish first

VERIFICADO   4 Hour Trip – Backwater (PM) on Febrero 8, 2024
Captain Goudey is what you’re looking for in a guide. Personable, knowledgeable, and somebody you actually enjoy spending...
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Stuart E.
Peterborough, United Kingdom
Excellent
4.3 / 5
Experiencia:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Barco
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Tripulación
Very good
4.0 / 5
En general

4 Hour Trip – Peacock Bass

VERIFICADO   4 Hour Trip – Peacock Bass & Snook on Agosto 22, 2023
On vacation from the UK, I chose Capt. Gowdy based on reviews on Fishing Booker.  I spoke to Fred pre-trip and we decided...
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