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Ryan B

February 28, 2025
Trip taken February 28, 2025

Landed a keeper on the first cast! An unforgettable trip for me and my 12-year-old son. Thanks again!

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Ronald

February 19, 2025
Trip taken February 19, 2025

First of all I would recommend a six hour trip.Fred has many spots for a variety of fish. Weather, tides and of course red tide can affect any fishing but Fred found us a great day of fishing!

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Mark

July 15, 2024Show Reply
Trip taken July 11, 2024

Our fishing trip was fantastic! Captain Fred had so much energy! If the fish weren't biting, we would move to the next spot, he never ran out of spots. We caught fish at almost all of them, we would move when the catfish started biting. We highly recommend Fred Gowdy Charters...

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Howard Z.

April 24, 2024
Trip taken April 24, 2024

Our group consisted of two adults and a nine-year-old, all novices at fishing. Jeff was exceptional with our sometimes-fussy child. He displayed a wealth of knowledge and navigated us to multiple fishing locations. Despite the fish being initially unresponsive, Jeff persisted and...

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Nicholas M.

March 20, 2024
Trip taken March 20, 2024

Fred was an outstanding boat captain, showing exceptional friendliness towards me, my eight-year-old son, and my uncle. He took us to multiple locations where he anticipated we would find fish. My son even caught an impressive eight-pound black drum, a moment of great pride for h...

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George

March 12, 2024
Trip taken March 12, 2024

Great trip. Grandkids loved it. Captain Fred is personable and did a great job. Great experience. Cooked the red fish tonight and it was wonderful!

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Chris C.

February 8, 2024
Trip taken February 8, 2024

Captain Goudey embodies the qualities you seek in a fishing guide: personable, informed, and genuinely enjoyable company for a day on the water. We were blessed with a pleasant early February day, and he skillfully guided us to catch fish in various ways throughout our half-day c...

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Scott S.

January 30, 2024
Trip taken January 30, 2024

Despite the frigid South Florida weather, Captain Fred Gowdy ensured we were catching fish for most of the day. We didn't anticipate much, but Fred went above and beyond to find the right spots for my son and me. We reeled in a variety of fish, but the one I was eager to catch wa...

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Dennis L

December 5, 2023
Trip taken December 5, 2023

I recently had the pleasure of booking a fishing charter with Fred Gowdy Charters, and it was an unforgettable experience. Captain Fred's knowledge of the local waters and expertise in fishing made the trip not only enjoyable but also highly productive. The boat was clean, well-m...

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Nelson M

November 14, 2023
Trip taken November 14, 2023

Captain Fred is a true professional who knows how to make a day on the water exceptional. From the moment we stepped on his boat, it was evident that he takes great pride in his work. His passion for fishing and the ocean shines through in every aspect of the charter. Captain Fre...

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Dave

October 17, 2023
Trip taken October 17, 2023

Fred was great! He got us onto some Redfish right away. He has great knowledge of the waters and where the best habitat is. We also caught some Snook and Sheephead. My daughter and I had an awesome time.

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Stuart E.

August 22, 2023
Trip taken August 22, 2023

Visiting from the UK, I selected Captain Gowdy based on positive reviews. After discussing with Fred before the trip, we decided that the 4-Hour Trip – Peacock Bass & Snook would be the best fit for my son and me, considering the high bay water temperatures and our best chance fo...

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Rick T.

March 16, 2023
Trip taken March 16, 2023

Fred kept us on fish and was a fantastic guide, educational, entertaining trip....not trophy's but a windy day and my expectations were fulfilled, Fred knows his business.

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Ron

March 14, 2023
Trip taken March 14, 2023

The fishing was fantastic, and the captain knows his stuff. Peacock bass are fierce fighters.

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Quentin

January 21, 2023
Trip taken January 21, 2023

This morning, the elderly guy and I arranged a half-day tour with Fred. All I have to say is that expectations were exceeded! Fred is really good at making you feel at ease and is highly knowledgable about the ocean. I'm not a huge fisherman, but he was quite helpful. We had Shee...

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At Fred Gowdy Charters, we understand that your time on the water is precious. That's why we go above and beyond to provide top-notch service from start to finish. From helping you choose the right trip for your needs, to providing expert guidance and top-of-the-line equipment, our team of experienced professionals is dedicated to making sure every moment of your excursion is enjoyable and memorable.


Fred Gowdy Charters Customer Reviews are provided by our guests. We focus on providing our Bonita Springs Fishing Charter guests the very best experience. Our Fishing reviews are from trips in Gulf of Mexico, Estero Bay, Bonita Beach, Big Hickory Island, Ft. Myers, Sanibel Island.

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