Landing Big Snook in Fort Myers Waters

Fishing Charter with Captain Dalton Rybka – Rates & Booking

Captain Dalton Rybka of Fish Tank Charters on Saturday December offers 3/4 day inshore fishing adventures targeting snook in Fort Myers waters. These 6-hour trips depart at 8am from convenient locations around Sanibel, Captiva, and Matlacha, accommodating up to 4 guests with all bait, licenses, and tackle included. Rates start with a non-refundable deposit required for booking. Captain Dalton brings years of local experience reading the flats and backcountry structure where snook feed consistently. Book online or call to secure your spot for premium inshore fishing with a licensed guide who knows these waters.

Highlights of 3/4 Day Inshore

This 6-hour inshore charter focuses on sight fishing and live bait techniques around Fort Myers' productive backcountry waters. You'll target snook in their prime habitat—grass flats, mangrove shorelines, and structure around Captiva and Sanibel. The trip includes expert guidance on casting techniques and bait presentation, plus opportunities to spot dolphins and manatees while fishing. All essential gear, bait, and licenses are provided, making this perfect for families, solo anglers, or small groups looking for consistent action in Southwest Florida's premier inshore fishery.

Local Species Insights: Snook

Snook thrive in Fort Myers' inshore waters because of the perfect combination of grass flats, mangrove structure, and consistent baitfish populations. These ambush predators position themselves around docks, oyster bars, and mangrove edges where they can surprise prey. December brings cooler water temperatures that concentrate snook in deeper pockets and around warm-water discharges, making them more predictable to target. The key to success is presenting live bait or lures near structure where snook feel secure, then being ready for their explosive strikes and powerful runs toward cover.

Plan Your Fishing Charter Day

Your 3/4 day inshore adventure begins at 8am from multiple convenient launch points around Fort Myers, Sanibel, and Captiva areas. Captain Dalton provides all necessary tackle, live bait, and fishing licenses for up to 4 guests aboard a well-equipped inshore boat designed for navigating shallow flats and backcountry waters. The 6-hour format allows time to work different areas and techniques based on conditions and fish activity. Bring sun protection, snacks, and drinks—everything else is handled so you can focus on the fishing experience in Southwest Florida's productive inshore waters.