Task Force Fishing Charters welcome you to the Florida Gulf Coast, a fisherman’s paradise. Come fish Charlotte Harbor and Gasparilla Sound in Boca Grande, world-famous fisheries and home to some of the best inshore game fishing on the coast. Captain Mike Downs is committed to providing you with a productive and enjoyable fishing experience!

You’ll be fishing aboard a 22’ Shearwater bay boat powered by a 200 HP Suzuki engine, comfortably accommodating four anglers. The boat is equipped with top-notch GPS/fishfinder, wireless trolling motor, livewells, safety equipment, gear storage, and a spacious deck for plenty of casting room.

Captain Mike is a third-generation Floridian who has fished the Gulf coast waters his entire life. He is passionate about fishing and the outdoors, and above all, introducing anglers, families, and visitors to these unique, beautiful waters he calls home.

He will do his best to put you on Snook, Redfish, Tarpon, Trout, Snapper, and more. Your adventure can start from either Punta Gorda or Placida — it’s entirely up to your preference. You’ll be using light tackle custom Reaper Rods ans Shimano reels.

Fishing licenses, gear, bait, a cooler with ice are all courtesy of Task Force Fishing Charters at no added costs. Bring a hat, sunglasses, food, drinks, and sunscreen. The captain will clean your catch if you’d like to take fresh fillets home.

There’s no age limit, so this is a perfect chance to take your little ones on their first fishing trip. Just bring life jackets for them and let them fall in love with inshore fishing!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Viaje Privado
    4 Hour Trip ā€“ Inshore
    CancelaciĆ³n GRATIS 7 dĆ­as de aviso
    4 Horas de Viaje, Empieza 8:00 AM
    US $500
    This 4-hour morning trip will see you fishing for Redfish, Snook, and Trout, but will also give you the opportunity to target Snapper, Grouper, Tripletail, and Sheepshead, depending on the season. The exact departure times and fishing locations are tide and weather dependent, just consult with the captain before the trip.
  • Viaje Privado
    6 Hour Trip ā€“ Inshore
    CancelaciĆ³n GRATIS 7 dĆ­as de aviso
    6 Horas de Viaje, Empieza 8:00 AM
    US $650
    This exciting 6-hour trip will take you after the "inshore slam" fish, including Redfish, Snook, and Trout. But this is just a beginning of the list; you'll also have a chance to reel in Grouper, Tripletail, Snapper, and Triggerfish, depending on the season. The exact departure times and fishing locations are flexible and weather dependent, so make sure to consult with the captain prior to the trip.
  • Viaje Privado
    6 Hour Trip ā€“ Tarpon
    CancelaciĆ³n GRATIS 7 dĆ­as de aviso
    6 Horas de Viaje, Empieza 8:00 AM
    Viaje de temporada May 1 - Jul 1
    US $750
    Have fun chasing Tarpon for 6 exciting hours.
  • Viaje Privado
    8 Hour Trip ā€“ Tarpon
    CancelaciĆ³n GRATIS 7 dĆ­as de aviso
    8 Horas de Viaje, Empieza 8:00 AM
    Viaje de temporada May 1 - Jul 1
    US $950
    An 8-hour trip in search of Tarpon.

FAQs about Task Force Fishing Charters

Task Force Fishing Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $500 per group, additional US $100 per person after 3 guests - 4 Hour Trip ā€“ Inshore (4 hours)
  • US $650 per group, additional US $100 per person after 3 guests - 6 Hour Trip ā€“ Inshore (6 hours)
  • US $750 per group, additional US $100 per person after 3 guests - 6 Hour Trip ā€“ Tarpon (6 hours)
  • US $950 per group, additional US $100 per person after 3 guests - 8 Hour Trip ā€“ Tarpon (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Task Force Fishing Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Localizador de peces
  • Vivero para la carnada
  • Motor de troleo inalĆ”mbrico
  • Nevera para la pesca

Trips booked with Task Force Fishing Charters include:
  • CaƱas, carretes y equipo (Shimano reels, Reaper Custom Rods)
  • Carnada Viva
  • SeƱuelos
  • Limpieza y Fileteado
  • Licencia de Pesca

Task Force Fishing Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Pesca de Orilla
  • Pesca en Aguas Poco Profundas
  • Pesca Backcountry

Task Force Fishing Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Equipo Ligero
  • Spinning

Top targeted fish species with Task Force Fishing Charters include:
  • Redfish
  • Shark (Blacktip)
  • Shark (Bonnethead)
  • Shark (Bull)
  • Sheepshead
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snook
  • Spotted Seatrout
  • Tarpon
  • Tripletail

Sobre el Captain

Mike Downs
Punta Gorda, Florida, Estados Unidos
IdentificaciĆ³n y licencia verificadas
11 Opiniones de los clientes
Tiempo de respuesta 6 horas
Miembro desde Junio 2018
I started fishing at a very young age. Growing up in South West Florida, it afforded me great opportunities to experience excellent fishing in the flats and backwater bays, which grew into my passion for inshore fishing. I started providing fishing charters to share my passion and love for the outdoors with others who might otherwise not experience SWFL the way I have.

Sobre este listado

Especies de InterƩs

Redfish Redfish
Shark (Blacktip) Blacktip Shark
Shark (Bonnethead) Bonnethead Shark
Shark (Bull) Bull Shark

Especificaciones del barco

Shearwater (Bay boat) construido en 2007, y restaurado en 2018. Impulsado por 200HP Suzuki motor, con una velocidad mƔxima de crucero de 40 nudos.

Longitud
22 ft
Capacidad
4 personas

Tipos de Pesca

Pesca de Orilla
Pesca en Aguas Poco Profundas
Pesca Backcountry

TĆ©cnicas de Pesca

Equipo Ligero
Spinning

Servicios

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

El Viaje Incluye

CaƱas, carretes y equipo
Shimano reels, Reaper Custom Rods
Carnada Viva
SeƱuelos
Limpieza y Fileteado
Licencia de Pesca

PolĆ­tica de CancelaciĆ³n

CancelaciĆ³n gratis hasta 7 dĆ­as antes del viaje

Los clientes pueden cancelar o modificar su reserva hasta 7 dĆ­as antes de la fecha del viaje sin cargo. Si el viaje se cancela o modifica despuĆ©s, o en caso de no presentarse, se cobrarĆ” el 100% del depĆ³sito.

PolĆ­ticas

OpciĆ³n de traslado despuĆ©s de reservar
Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.
Se permiten niƱos
No minimum age, bring your own life jackets
Te quedas con la pesca
Se permite captura y liberaciĆ³n

Pago

Book with 15% deposit, pay rest to captain

Cuando el capitĆ”n confirme tu viaje, FishingBooker cargarĆ” a su tarjeta de crĆ©dito un depĆ³sito del 15% para garantizar la reserva.

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

Efectivo
Visa
Mastercard
American Express

Punta Gorda Calendario de Pesca

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Opiniones de los clientes

CalificaciĆ³n general
Excellent
5.0 / 5
de 5 estrellas de 11 reseƱas
Barco
Excellent
5.0 / 5
TripulaciĆ³n
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experiencia
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Fotos de clientes (25)
6 hour trip with Captain Mike
6 hour trip with Captain Mike
6 hour trip with Captain Mike
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CalificaciĆ³n del pescador
11
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OpiniĆ³n de los pescadores
Buena experiencia
100%
CapitƔn amigable
100%
Recomienda este charter
100%
Apto para niƱos
100%
Satisfecho con el barco
100%
AtrapƩ lo que querƭa
100%
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Michael M.
Port Charlotte, Florida
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experiencia:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Barco
Excellent
5.0 / 5
TripulaciĆ³n
Excellent
5.0 / 5
En general

6 hour trip with Captain Mike

VERIFICADO   6 Hour Trip ā€“ Inshore on Julio 20, 2023
Captain Mike did a great job with getting us tonn in where the fish were. Between the 4 of us, we probably caught 80+ fish....
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SANDRA H.
Cuyahoga Falls, OH
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experiencia:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Barco
Excellent
5.0 / 5
TripulaciĆ³n
Excellent
5.0 / 5
En general

Half day light tackle with Captain Mike

VERIFICADO   4 Hour Trip ā€“ Inshore on Febrero 4, 2022
My daughter and I spent four peaceful and interesting hours in the back bays, and though a cold front kept the fish from biting...
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Scott W.
Rochester, MN
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experiencia:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Barco
Excellent
5.0 / 5
TripulaciĆ³n
Excellent
5.0 / 5
En general

April fishing trip

VERIFICADO   Half Day Trip (PM) on Abril 11, 2022
5 plus stars for captain Mike.Ā  Extremely friendly, flexible and knowledgeable. Got us on fish all day. I would higher recommend...
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Ed B.
Hermon, ME
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experiencia:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Barco
Excellent
5.0 / 5
TripulaciĆ³n
Excellent
5.0 / 5
En general

Good Day Out

VERIFICADO   6 Hour Trip ā€“ Inshore on Diciembre 14, 2020
Captain Mike got on the fish. Grouper, Snapper, plenty of good size Snook and a tripletail for dinner. Weather not the best...
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Sherri B.
Saint Marys, OH
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experiencia:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Barco
Excellent
5.0 / 5
TripulaciĆ³n
Excellent
5.0 / 5
En general

Fishing with Mike

VERIFICADO   4 Hour Trip ā€“ Inshore on Mayo 5, 2022
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