Florida Tarpon Fishing & Guides
Marco Island Naples Florida Tarpon Fishing Charters in the Gulf of Mexico
One of the greatest game fish are tarpon – the only member of the family Megalopidaeare. Tarpon are large fish, they can grow to nearly 300 pounds. Tarpon can be four to eight feet long! Tarpon are famous for dramatic leaps out of the water after being caught and can keep an angler in a battle lasting hours.
Tarpons prefer water temperatures of 72 to 82°F (22 to 28°C); below 60°F (15.6°C) degrees they become inactive, and temperatures under 40°F (4.5°C) can be lethal. 
Tarpon are prized not only because of their great size but also because of the fight they put up and their spectacular leaping ability.
Tarpon are bony fish and their meat is not desirable. Most tarpon are released after they are caught. Numerous tarpon fishing tournaments are held in Florida each year focused on catching tarpon.
If you would like an opportunity to catch an amazing tarpon in the waters of the Gulf of Mexico, visit the USGC-certified fishing guides below and inquire about the current tarpon fishing activity – tell them Marco Island Living sent you. Best of luck and health from Marco Island Living. Share your Marco Island – Naples FL tarpon fishing reviews or ask us about visiting Marco Island Florida. To feature your SW Florida Fishing Charter services, contact us.
Marco Island – Naples SW FL Tarpon Fishing
Go Cats On The Water - Port Of The Islands, Naples, FL | 239-748-4099
Marco and Naples Most Exciting Boat Tour. Explore the backwater and mangroves for an unforgettable adventure in Southwest Florida. Everglades Backwater Sightseeing Eco-Tours in our safe, and easy to drive boats. Choose a 75 minute or a 3 hour tour. Our custom Go-Cat boats are fun for all ages and can easily be operated by both younger adults and seniors.
GoCatsOnTheWater.com - Naples, FL
Tropical Tiki Tours, 220 Goodland Dr., Goodland, FL | 941-208-1200
Discover your private paradise on our new 26' "tiki-style" catamaran for a fun and relaxing cruise around Marco Island. Tropical Tiki Tours is offering daily eco-tours, sunset cruises, and private trips from 2-6 hours. Our USCG-inspected vessel is certified for up to 18 passengers so there is always room for all your family and friends for, Private Trips, Eco Tours, Corporate Events, Birthdays, Bachelorettes, Weddings, and Sunset Cruises.
Tropical Tiki Tours - Goodland, FL
Skinny Dipn Charters - Fishing & Eco Tours, Marco Island, FL 34145 | 239-207-1945
Marco Island Fishing and Sightseeing Tour from an experienced Captain and Guide. Growing up on the local waters of Marco Island, Captain Brandon's excitement for fishing began at a very young age. He is highly knowledgeable of all the different fish species and waterways. Brandon is a very outgoing, personable, skilled, and patient. He takes pride in sharing his passion for fishing and helping his clients catch their dream fish!
Skinny Dipping Charters & Eco Tours - Marco Island
Skinny Dipn Charters - Fishing & Eco Tours, Marco Island, FL 34145 | 239-207-1945
Marco Island Fishing and Sightseeing Tour from an experienced Captain and Guide. Growing up on the local waters of Marco Island, Captain Brandon's excitement for fishing began at a very young age. He is highly knowledgeable of all the different fish species and waterways. Brandon is a very outgoing, personable, skilled, and patient. He takes pride in sharing his passion for fishing and helping his clients catch their dream fish!
Skinny Dipn Charters & Eco Tours - Marco Island
Sunshine Tours and Fishing Charters, Rose Marina, 951 Bald Eagle Dr., Marco Island, FL | 239-642-5415
Sunshine Tours. Fish the 10,000 islands, the best in Off Shore, Back Water, and Near Coastal Fishing Charters. We know where the fish are. Also offering Marco Island Shelling Trips, and Sightseeing aboard one of our four fishing boats. Since 1984, Sunshine Tours has provided unsurpassed fishing charters, and on-the-water experiences for locals and visitors alike. Shared and private charters available. Contact us to book your Marco Island fishing charter.
Sunshine Tours & Charters - Marco Island, FL
Everglades City Fishing Charters, currently leaving from Everglades Bait and Tackle, Everglades City, FL | 239-253-9926
Experience the wonder of the 10,000 islands of SWFL. Fish the protected bays and rivers of the Islands and Everglades National Park. Fish among the mysteries of wrecks, hard bottom reefs, and offshore towers. Seek some of the most exciting game fish that call the Florida Everglades Home.
Everglades City Fishing Charters - Everglades City, FL
TARPON FISHING
- HOLDS UP TO 4 RODS: The Spyderlok is designed to hold up to 4 rods with the exclusive height adjustable crossbar which measures 12-inches to 20-inches. The crossbar and each rod holder rotate 360-degrees.
- FLUSH MOUNTING PLATE: The mounting plate lays flush to the vessels carpet which helps to eliminate those stubbed toes. Two easy to use knobs make removal quick and simple without the need for any tools.
- SPYDERLOK TECHNOLOGY: Our patented Spyderlok technology insures tight secure locking angles and Sure lock adjustments with SpyderLok teeth offering smooth and easy pole angle adjustment.
- VERSATILE: The R100 Spyderlok is great for salt or freshwater fishing, pushing or pulling crank baits, long lining, and it’s easy for fast or slow trolling. Anglers everywhere love our spyder rigging design.
- SPECIFICATIONS: The all-aluminum anodized construction offers a rugged design built to handle what you throw at it. Weight: 9-pounds. Dimensions: 24-inches x 13-inches x 3 inches. Comes with a 1-year warranty.
- 2020 ICAST ONLINE BEST OF CATEGORY WINNER “SALTWATER REEL”: The PENN Battle III Inshore spinning reel is stronger, smoother, and more durable than ever before.
- DURABLE CONSTRUCTION: The body and sideplates of the PENN Battle III Spinning Reel are made with sturdy all-aluminum composition, featuring a forged and machined aluminum spool with Line Capacity Rings.
- CNC GEAR TECHNOLOGY: Recovers at the rate of 43” | 109 cm with every turn of the crank. Gear ratio of 7.0:1. Equipped with superline spool to securely attach braided line. Mono Capacity yd/lb: 305/8 250/10 185/12. Braid Capacity 410/15 295/20 210/30.
- 6 TOTAL BEARINGS: The Battle III features 5 stainless steel ball bearings plus 1 instant anti-reverse bearing to provide smooth operation for any saltwater fishing experience.
- HT-100 FRONT DRAG DRAG SYSTEM: Built with carbon fiber washers for a max drag of 15lb | 6.8kg, this system will handle large fish without wearing you down. Right/Left handle position.
- holds a baitcaster reel in a cushioned cradle
- pistol grip rod butts easily clear the sides of the rod holder for quick rod retrieval
- rod can be secured in the holder with a soft latching strap which snaps over the top
- the package weight of the product is 3 pounds
- Sport type: Fishing
- PENN SQUADRON II 8’ SPINNING ROD: Built for versatility and dependability. Surf spinning rod with premium hardware and two-piece graphite construction.
- 12-20LB LINE RATING, MEDIUM POWER: Moderate Fast action combines responsiveness with staying power. Lure rating of 3/4-3 ounces.
- GRAPHITE COMPOSITE two-piece rod blank is among the most sensitive and lightweight available for situations where speed wins the fight. Graphite reel seat provides a lightweight and dependable anchor point for the reel.
- PENN DURA-GUIDES protect lines in both fresh and saltwater with an extra durable, one-piece stainless steel design.
- RUBBER SHRINK TUBE GRIP - Handle type A with Winn EVA grips provide staying power in the heat of the fight. Rubber shrink tube rod butt helps you brace and stand your ground comfortably battle after battle – without catching on your clothes.
- SHAKESPEARE TIGER SPINNING ROD: An action-ready fishing rod, the Shakespeare Tiger Spinning Rod is an ideal choice for catfish, striper and other freshwater and saltwater game fish.
- 7' TUBULAR FIBERGLASS ROD: With Medium power, this strong fishing rod is suitable for any freshwater and saltwater environment. 8 - 15 lb line rating.
- 5 STAINLESS STEEL GUIDES: Fishing pole features metal components for longevity and excellent performance. Stainless steel guides smoothly direct your line.
- COMFORTABLE HANDLE DESIGN: Contoured for a comfortable and secure grip, the EVA Full Grip handle offers all-day durability and performance.
- SINCE 1897, Shakespeare has been the leader in quality, affordable fishing tackle. With 115 years of passion and experience, we offer something for the whole family and to all levels of experience.
- Sega Marine Fishing, the sequel to the smash arcade hit and Dreamcast all-star Sega Bass Fishing, features all of the thrills and action of deep-sea fishing complete with blue marlin, sailfish, tarpon, tuna, and the dangerous mako shark!
- POLARIZED LENS - High quality solid color lenses, providing great clarity of vision, comfort and protection. Polarized sunglasses reduce glare reflected off of roads, bodies of water, snow, and other horizontal surfaces. Restore true color, eliminate reflected light and scattered light and protect eyes perfectly. Polarized sunglasses cut glare and haze so your eyes are more comfortable and you can see better.100% UV400, Protection Against Harmful UVA/UVB Rays.
- STYLE-Classic Brand Design,It is Suitable For Any Face, Show Your Unique And High-end Taste.
- Suitable- Houseboat ,Driving, Running, Fishing,Racing, Skiing and Climbing, Trekking and Business Or Other Outdoor Activities Enthusiasts.
- Lens Height:42MM(1.65 Inches)--Lens Width:58MM( 2.28Inches)--Arm:131MM(5.16Inches)--Bridge:16MM(0.63 Inches)--Frame Length:140MM(5.51Inches).
- GIFT IDEAS PACKAGE - Sunglasses*1, Leather Glasses Case*1, Glasses Kit*1(including microfiber glasses cleaning cloth and instruction book), Paper Box*1. It is also a gift packaged ready, making it a wonderful yet practical gift idea for friends and family!
- Unique Artistic Design: Artistic and distinctive fish patterns enhance the visual fishing appeal of the boys fishing shirts. Tarpon fishing shirts make you look stylish and charming under the sun.
- Super Breathability: Palmyth boys fishing shirts are crafted from quick-dry fabric and feature a breathable mesh back panel. This design enhances moisture-wicking performance, promotes faster heat dissipation, and minimizes odors—keeping you dry and cool all day long.
- Elastic & Dexterity: Boys fishing shirts with 4-way stretch material allow for a full range of movement, offering unmatched flexibility and freedom during activities like casting and reeling. Easy to clean. Tag-free collar and flat-lock seams help reduce skin friction.
- Sun Protection: UPF 50+ material provides excellent protection against harmful UVA/UVB rays. Boys fishing shirts keep you cooler and more comfortable under the sun.
- Versatile Performance Shirts: Palmyth boys fishing shirts are perfect for daily wear, fishing, fly fishing, bait fishing, kayaking, hiking, running, or any outdoor sport. Suitable for saltwater, freshwater, coastal, offshore, and everyday use. A thoughtful and practical fishing gift for boys.
- 【Fashion Style】 Designed for Round Glasses or Cateye Glasses, no more expensive fancy style prescription sunglasses.
- 【HD Polarized Lens】 Polarized lens can reduce glare, offer you a HD vision for driving, fishing, hiking and cycling.
- 【UV Protection & Light Weight】 UV400 protection coating can block all harmful UV radiation, protect your eyes from glare. Only 5g weight offers you a comfortable feeling.
- 【Impact Resistant & Scratch Proof】 TAC lens are quite flexible and have high impact resistance. Rubber protective layer on clip can avoid any scratch on your prescription glasses.
- 【Fit Most Frames】Lens size is 62*48mm(2.44*1.88in), can be widely used with most of your prescription glasses. No matter metal or plastic frame, full frame and rimless frame.
- 【Attention】Please measure your glasses size before purchasing, we recommend that precription glasses size should be a little less than clip on sunglasses, so your glasses can be fully covered.
- Unique Fish Graphic: Our mens fishing shirts feature a vibrant and funny fish graphic on the back, stand out on the water with our stylish and eye-catching fish and ocean print design that combines functionality with fashion.
- UPF 50+ Sun Protection: Short sleeve fishing shirt with UPF 50+ fabric, effectively protect your skin against harmful UVA / UVB rays, keeps you cool and comfortable in the sun.
- Quick Dry Fabric: Made from advanced quick-dry material, these shirts dry faster than traditional cotton, keeping you comfortable and fresh even when wet. Perfect for humid or wet conditions.
- Flexible & Comfortable: The men's short sleeve shirts with MythCool 4-WAY stretch fabric maximizes flexibility and freedom of movement, making it perfect for casting and reeling while fishing. Stay comfortable and agile throughout your entire fishing adventure.
- Multi-Purpose Outdoor Wear: Versatile fishing Tee is great for daily wear, fly fishing, lure fishing, kayak fishing, hiking, boating, camping, or any outdoor activity where comfort, breathability, and sun protection matter.
- OUR PRODUCTS: A reasonable combination of fish hooks, 3#, 4#, 5#, 6#, 7#, 8#, 9#, 10#, 11#, 12#, a total of 10 types of fish hooks 30PCS each.
- SPECIAL DISIGN: Sharp tip with barbs, to ensure that the fish caught by the hook is not easy to break free, tail with holes, easy to thread quickly and lock the fish hooks.
- HIGH QUALITY MATERIAL: The fishhook is made of high carbon steel, excellent material, high strength, high toughness, corrosion resistance.
- HIGH APPLICABILITY: Fishing hooks are suitable for all kinds of fresh and saltwater environments, allowing you to catch salmon, carp, bass and many other fish easily.
- AFTER-SALES SERVICE: Thank you for your purchase!If you have any quality problem when you receive the product or use the product, please contact us in time. We will ensure to provide you with satisfactory service.
- Complete Fishing Tool Combo: The KastKing SteelStream 6 piece Tool Combo includes essential fishing tools for a seamless fishing experience
- High-Quality Materials: Crafted with precision, the combo features a 7” fishing pliers made from S45C carbon steel with a polymer corrosion-resistant coating for longevity. The fishing pliers saltwater also come with a coiled lanyard and a rubber handle
- Razor-Sharp Fillet Knife: The 7” fillet knife is constructed from 420 Stainless steel, known for its toughness, corrosion resistance, and ease of sharpening. With a non-slip rubber handle, the fishing knife offers excellent grip and comfort during use
- Corrosion-Resistant Fishing Scissors: The combo includes braid scissors made from 420 stainless steel, featuring a serrated edge and a corrosion-resistant titanium coating. The soft rubber handle ensures easy and comfortable cutting
- Secure and Durable Accessories: This combo also provides a floating fish lip gripper designed to prevent sinking and fish lip punctures. Additionally, a tool retractor keeps your tools securely tethered to your fishing tackle bag or person
- 【FONMANG Essential Fishing Tackle Kit】This 2025 new fishing tackle is designed by professional anglers for beginners. With 126 pieces of fishing gear, including 17 types of fishing lures and 13 kinds of accessories to assemble eight rigs like Texas, jig head, Carolina, and drop shot.
- 【Premium Quality and Unmatched Performance】Our fishing lures are made from high-quality materials, featuring premium bass lures with lifelike 3D eyes and realistic finishes that deliver outstanding performance which is rresistible to bass, trout, bluegill,crappie and walleye. These lures are equipped with sharp hooks and durable stainless steel components, ensuring reliability and effectiveness during your fishing adventures.
- 【Comprehensive Fishing Guide】— The fishing set includes a detailed fishing manual, covering essential fishing techniques on how to rig baits, tips for selecting the best fishing lures for different conditions, help you catch various types of fish in lakes, rivers, and currents, whether in freshwater or saltwater.
- 【Compact and Portable Tackle Box】The fishing tackle box measures just 18cm x 9.5cm x 3cm, making it compact and easy to carry in your fishing bag or backpack. Its adjustable compartments allow for clear organization of your lures, baits, and other fishing gear, ensuring quick and convenient access. It also comes packed with a variety of items, including 1 frog, 1 minnow, 1 lipless crankbait, 4 spinner lures,2 spoons and various types of soft plastic lures.
- 【Perfect Fishing Gift for Men and Anglers】— The FONMANG fishing kit is the ultimate fishing gift for any occasion. With its wide selection of fishing lures, durable components, and thoughtful features, it’s perfect for Father's Day, Valentine's Day, birthdays, or Christmas.
- 【Essential Fishing Tackle Kit】- PLUSINNO's high-quality bait provides beginners with a variety of options, capable of catching nearly any type of fish, from bass to trout. This versatile starter tackle box with tackle include Texas, Carolina, Florida, Split Shot, No Sinker, Jig Head, and Wacky rigs, totaling 7 types of lure rigs. It's the latest fishing gear for 2024, Whether you're targeting bass or other freshwater fish, this 137-piece baits set in a convenient box has everything you need.
- 【Versatile Fishing Accessories】- Our fishing tackle box is equipped with all the essentials for a successful freshwater fishing trip. It includes 1 pencil, 1 VIB, 1 minnow, 2 spinners, 3 spoon baits, 23 soft baits, and more. You'll also receive 20 splits, 15 offset hooks, 5 wacky hooks, 4 Jig Heads, 5 weights and sinkers, and 57 other accessories. With a wide range of fishing stuff, from common fishing lures to accessories, this fishing kit is a reliable choice for anglers across waters.
- 【Stunning Premium Fishing Tackle】- Unlock a superior angling adventure with our premium fishing gear. Meticulously crafted bass lures boast lifelike 3D eyes and ultra-realistic coatings, deceiving even the wariest of fish. Engineered fishing spoons produce irresistible bright flashes, luring your target with ease. Our rigorously tested baits, forged from premium materials, feature sharp hooks and durable stainless steel components, ensuring resilience against repeated saltwater exposure.
- 【Compact Fishing Equipment】- Compact at 6.9x4.7x1.2 inches, this portable tackle box kit effortlessly slips into your seat box or backpack, enabling seamless carrying on every fishing adventure. Its segmented, plastic design allows for easy identification and organized categorization of your bait accessories, eliminating clutter. Suitable for lakes, rivers, ponds, and streams, this versatile tackle kit empowers you to indulge in the joy of fishing at your favorite spots, anytime, anywhere.
- 【Perfect Fishing Gift】- Seeking the ideal present for the angler in your life? The PLUSINNO Fishing Lure Kit is the answer. This comprehensive fishing set includes diverse baits and accessories for all fishing occasions, eliminating extra purchases. Suitable for both experienced and beginner anglers, it's a fantastic gift choice for Father's Day, Valentine's Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and more. Practical, high-quality, and portable, this fishing bait kit is sure to impress.
- 🎣Life-like Lures: These fishing lures feature a precisely engineered shape, stereo 3D fisheye and lifelike scale patterns making the fish look more vivid and realistic, like a living fish in the water. Due to its genuine plating, the fishing spoons shows a brilliant flash in the water, and more reflective surfaces attract fish and make them strike. A perfect fishing bait that easily cheats the target fishes.
- 🎣Widely Usage: Work great for both saltwater and freshwater and function well in all water layers. All trout and bass fishing lures are widely used and carefully selected, meet the needs of different varieties of fish you catch. Perfect for ocean boat fishing, ocean rock fishing, ocean beach fishing, lake, river, reservion, pond and stream.
- 🎣Fishing Lures Set: Fishing lures set with a tackle box contains nearly all accessories including: crankbaits 1pcs, VIB 1pcs, topwater Lures 1pcs, plastic worms 33pcs, jigs 5pcs, fish-shaped soft bait 2pcs, simulation of shrimp 2pcs. And the other 32 accessories also realistic and swim well. A wide range of fishing accessories from common fishing baits to accessories, this fishing lures set can be a complete assortment for any angler for any season in any water.
- 🎣High-quality Material: All fishing accessories made of stainless steel and soft plastic, which is not easy to defrom, and has anti-corrosion, durable and practical characters. All of these bass and trout fishing lures experienced precision processing, longer service life than other fishing bait.
- 🎣Portable Tackle Box: The plastic fishing tackle box is free for you, size is about 17.5cmx9.5cmx3cm. All fishing tackles are packed in a compact box which is easy to carry, and convenient to get the exact fishing lures kit you need at anywhere, anytime.
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