Captain Johnny Riggs

Get ready to experience some of the most productive inshore and nearshore fishing possible with Captain Johnny Riggs! Located opposite Charlotte Harbor, you’ll set off from Punta Gorda – a prime location to fish the backwaters and skinny waters of the Peace River or Boca Grande. Come discover this incredible fishery for yourself!

Capt. Johnny was born and raised in this area, so it’s fair to say he knows a thing or two about casting a line here. He’ll customize your angling adventure to perfectly suit your needs. All ages are welcome aboard for a wonderful day on the water fishing for Sharks, Snook, and everything in between.

You’ll be casting off from a 24’ Proline center console, powered by a 150 HP Yamaha motor. She can comfortably accommodate up to 4 guests. Restored in 2016, this boat features all the modern amenities you’ll need for a successful day on the water. This includes Hummingbird electronics, a shallow water anchoring system, and a trolling motor for sneaking up on your target fish!

However you want to spend your day in the Punta Gorda area, Capt. Johnny has a trip to suit you. Choose between collecting shells on the local islands and fishing for species such as Redfish, Snook, Snappers, Sharks, and the huge Goliath Grouper.

When in season, you’ll also get the chance for an exciting face-off with the “Silver King” (Tarpon). Capt. Jonny uses a variety of techniques on his trips, such as trolling, jigging, drift fishing, bottom fishing, and even bowfishing. If there’s a fish you’d like to target or a technique you’d like to try, just let him know!

In his own words, this is the “best place to fish anywhere,” and Capt. Johnny will provide all the gear you need, as well as your fishing license. When you return to shore, he’ll even clean your keeper fish for you to take home.

With so many options, there’s definitely a trip for you, and you can be safe in the knowledge that you’ll be well looked after. Come cast off with Captain Johnny Riggs!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Viaje Privado
    4 Hour Flats Trip
    CancelaciĆ³n GRATIS 7 dĆ­as de aviso
    4 Horas de Viaje, Empieza 8:00 AM
    US $600
    This 4-hour trip is the perfect introduction to Punta Gorda's fishery! You'll be fishing the inshore waters of the Charlotte Harbor, Pine Island Sound, and Boca Grande area. You'll be targeting seasonal fish such as Redfish, Snook, Trout, Cobia, and Sharks. Capt. Johnny will make sure you're decked out with all the fishing gear you need, as well as a valid license.
  • Viaje Privado
    6 Hour Trip ā€“ Flats / Bay
    CancelaciĆ³n GRATIS 7 dĆ­as de aviso
    6 Horas de Viaje, Empieza 8:00 AM
    US $800
    A 6-hour trip is the perfect amount of time to hit some very reliable spots to bend the rods, and still push a little further to make the trip epic. This adventure is very popular as it provides enough time to fish and hook plenty of Snook, Redfish, Trout, Cobia, Sharks, and whatever else is biting. Capt. Johnny will provide all the fishing gear you need, as well as your fishing license, so just bring plenty of energy with you!
  • Viaje Privado
    6 Hour Trip ā€“ Tarpon
    CancelaciĆ³n GRATIS 7 dĆ­as de aviso
    6 Horas de Viaje, Empieza 8:00 AM
    Viaje de temporada Apr 1 - Aug 31
    US $1,000
    From April to August, Boca Grande boasts the largest Tarpon population in the world. This majestic fish puts on a show that's hard to top, and your captain will help you reel in the trophy catch of your dreams! These fish are aerial artists and the second you hook one you'll agree it deserves the name "The Silver King." Capt. Johnny will provide all the gear you need to reel in this slice of royalty, as well as a valid fishing license.
  • Viaje Privado
    8 Hour Trip ā€“ Tarpon
    CancelaciĆ³n GRATIS 7 dĆ­as de aviso
    8 Horas de Viaje, Empieza 8:00 AM
    Viaje de temporada Apr 1 - Aug 31
    US $1,200
    Come fish the "Tarpon Capital of the World" alongside Capt. Johnny, and get ready to take on the "Silver King." The Aprilā€“August season is not one to miss, and this trip offers you the fantastic opportunity to spend your entire day challenging this world-famous fish. You're sure to finish the day feeling stronger than ever before! Your captain will provide all the fishing gear you need, as well as your license.
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FAQs about Captain Johnny Riggs

Captain Johnny Riggs offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $600 per group - 4 Hour Flats Trip (4 hours)
  • US $800 per group - 6 Hour Trip ā€“ Flats / Bay (6 hours)
  • US $1,000 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - 6 Hour Trip ā€“ Tarpon (6 hours)
  • US $1,200 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - 8 Hour Trip ā€“ Tarpon (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Captain Johnny Riggs, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS Hummingbird
  • Localizador de peces Hummingbird
  • Vivero para la carnada
  • Motor de troleo inalĆ”mbrico
  • Nevera para la pesca
  • Radar Hummingbird

Trips booked with Captain Johnny Riggs include:
  • CaƱas, carretes y equipo
  • Carnada Viva
  • SeƱuelos
  • Limpieza y Fileteado
  • Bebidas
  • Licencia de Pesca

Captain Johnny Riggs offers the following types of fishing:
  • Pesca de Orilla
  • Pesca Cerca de la Costa (Up to 9 miles offshore)
  • Pesca en Arrecife
  • Pesca de Naufragio
  • Pesca en Aguas Poco Profundas
  • Pesca Backcountry

Captain Johnny Riggs offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Equipo Ligero
  • Equipo Pesado
  • Pesca de Fondo/ Bottom Fishing
  • Troleo
  • Jigging
  • Pesca con Mosca (Bring your own equipment)
  • Drift Fishing
  • Pesca con Arco

Top targeted fish species with Captain Johnny Riggs include:
  • Cobia
  • Grouper (Gag)
  • Grouper (Goliath)
  • Grouper (Red)
  • Permit
  • Redfish
  • Shark (Bull)
  • Shark (Hammerhead)
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snook
  • Speckled Trout
  • Tarpon

Sobre el Captain

Johnny Riggs
Punta Gorda, Florida, Estados Unidos
61 Opiniones de los clientes
Tiempo de respuesta 8 horas
Miembro desde Octubre 2016
Captain Johnny Riggs is a military veteran with many years of service. He feels lucky to have been born and raised in Punta Gorda, spending his formative years and those that followed fishing these warm waters. In Captain Johnny's words: "It's home, and the best place to fish ANYWHERE!" Captain Johnny is happy to tailor each and every trip he offers to his customers, and enjoys every minute of guiding.

Sobre este listado

Especies de InterƩs

Cobia Cobia
Grouper (Gag) Gag Grouper
Grouper (Goliath) Goliath Grouper
Grouper (Red) Red Grouper

Especificaciones del barco

Pro-Line (Center console) construido en 1973, y restaurado en 2016. Impulsado por 150HP Yamaha motor.

Longitud
24 ft
Capacidad
4 personas

Tipos de Pesca

Pesca de Orilla
Pesca Cerca de la Costa
Up to 9 miles offshore
Pesca en Arrecife
Pesca de Naufragio
Pesca en Aguas Poco Profundas
Pesca Backcountry

TĆ©cnicas de Pesca

Equipo Ligero
Equipo Pesado
Pesca de Fondo/ Bottom Fishing
Troleo
Jigging
Pesca con Mosca
Bring your own equipment
Drift Fishing
Pesca con Arco

Servicios

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

El Viaje Incluye

CaƱas, carretes y equipo
Carnada Viva
SeƱuelos
Limpieza y Fileteado
Bebidas
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

Traslado incluĆ­do en el precio
Transfer from hotels or jetties in Punta Gorda to departure site is available and included in trip rates.
Se permiten niƱos
Te quedas con la pesca
Limits apply
Se permite captura y liberaciĆ³n

Pago

Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain

Cuando el capitĆ”n confirme tu viaje, FishingBooker cargarĆ” a su tarjeta de crĆ©dito un depĆ³sito del 10% 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:

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Opiniones de los clientes

CalificaciĆ³n general
Excellent
5.0 / 5
de 5 estrellas de 47 reseƱas
Barco
Excellent
5.0 / 5
TripulaciĆ³n
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experiencia
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Fotos de clientes (31)
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Buena experiencia
100%
CapitƔn amigable
100%
Recomienda este charter
100%
Apto para niƱos
98%
Satisfecho con el barco
100%
AtrapƩ lo que querƭa
91%
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James K.
Pembroke Pines, Florida
Excellent
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Experiencia:
Excellent
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Barco
Excellent
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TripulaciĆ³n
Excellent
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Flat's Trip, with Captain Johnny

VERIFICADO   4 Hour Flats Trip on Junio 14, 2023
We got bait first thing in the morning, and were on the fish the whole time, Trout, Snook and Snapper.
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Barton W.
Excellent
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Experiencia:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Barco
Excellent
5.0 / 5
TripulaciĆ³n
Excellent
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Fishing with Johnny

VERIFICADO   6 Hour Trip ā€“ Flats / Bay on Febrero 20, 2023
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Mikaela A.
Bluford, IL
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experiencia:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Barco
Excellent
5.0 / 5
TripulaciĆ³n
Excellent
5.0 / 5
En general

4 hour bay trip

VERIFICADO   4 Hour Flats Trip on Agosto 30, 2022
It was a great trip and Captain Johnny knew exactly how and where the fish would be. Almost every cast, we were hooking and...
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Devon R.
Cape Coral, Florida
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experiencia:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Barco
Excellent
5.0 / 5
TripulaciĆ³n
Excellent
5.0 / 5
En general

Half day trip

VERIFICADO   6 Hour Trip ā€“ Flats / Bay on Abril 12, 2021
Booked the trip and was greeted by a man who looked like a cross between Mathew McConaughey and a greek god.Ā  The legend of...
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Marry V. C.
Port Charlotte, Florida
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experiencia:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Barco
Excellent
5.0 / 5
TripulaciĆ³n
Excellent
5.0 / 5
En general

A un-forgettable day with Captain Johnny Riggs!

VERIFICADO   4 Hour Flats Trip on Marzo 13, 2020
This by far was the most exciting fishing charter we have ever been on. Can you believe we had 3 people at once catching something....
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