We offer expert guided light tackle nearshore and backwater fishing trips just south of Naples and Marco Island, FL  in the Everglades National Park.  We are happy to accommodate anyone from men, women, or children....... experienced or not, and those with special needs.

There is no holding back a big grin from the moment we plane off and immediately traverse through a veritable maze of red, black, and white mangroves. This is the Everglades National Park. You are on a real adventure to a very special place that few will ever see or know.

We will provide:

• All necessary fishing licenses, insurance, fuel

2011 Rates

$400 - 1/2 Day up to 4 hours

$500 - 3/4 Day up to 6 hours

Tips: I hate to talk about this but most everyone asks. Tipping your captain for good service is customary in the charter business, and is most certainly appreciated. Typically it's about the same as gratuity for good service in a restaurant.

Looking to book several guides and boats?

Are your desired dates already booked in our booking calendar?

Questions? I can help! Contact Captain Rapps HERE

How to Reserve Your Trip:

Don't wait till the last minute - Be sure to book as far as possible in advance to reserve the dates you would like to fish. It is not uncommon for us to have bookings several weeks or months ahead.  If your schedule allows, we like to look at the tide charts, moon phase, weather patterns, and several other factors to give you the best scenario to fulfill your dream. You can use the contact form right here on the web site to reach me.

CLICK HERE TO BOOK YOUR TRIP

Items you should bring :

• Hat, sun protective clothing, & sunglasses (preferably polarized)
• Sun Screen
• Food & Drinks
• Camera
• Rain gear
• Non Skid boat shoes  (no black, dark, or marking soles please)

* Please keep your items to a minimum as stowage space is very limited

Deposits, Cancellations & Payment

A one-hundred dollar ($100) deposit is required to book your charter. If Capt. Rapps cancels prior to the trip, the customer will receive a full refund.
If the customer cancels the trip with at least a 48 hour notice, they will receive a full refund. A customer who is a 'no show', or does not give at least 48 hours notice, will however, forfeit their deposit.

Accepted forms of payment are:

Cash, Paypal, Mastercard, Visa, & American Express

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Captain Rapps' Main Website

Charter Captain Pete Rapps is considered the friendliest and most knowledgeable fishing guide in the Naples, Marco Island, Everglades City, and Chokoloskee Island areas of the 10,000 Islands and Everglades National Park.  He fishes year round out of Chokolskee, with the exception of his May Tarpon charters out of the Bahia Honda Bridge area of Big Pine Key, FL. Captain Rapps has become recognized as one of the premier charter captains of the area catching literally 100's of Tarpon each May from the world known Bahia Honda Channel. Captain Rapps is a published outdoor and fishing author for Gaff Magazine, Coastal Angler Magazine, Coastal Breeze News, and more. Please go to www.CaptainRapps.com for more info!