Excellent charter captain! Had a great time and caught lots of grouper. Captain was very friendly…read moreand loved to teach. I found the trip very educational about how to fish in the gulf. The kids on the boat had a blast especially when they got the opportunity to pose for a photo while holding an octopus (Captain Norm walks you through it)! Big pluses were having a full bathroom on board (a luxury) and a heated cabin.

Now known as MATLACHA BOATING ADVENTURES - Excursion Date -…read more3/25/2024 Without a doubt... THE BEST TIME I'VE EVER HAD ON THE WATER - Bar None! Captain Will delivered as promised and we had the most enjoyable afternoon at the absolute best value of any excursion in ALL OF FLORIDA! Our family of four went out with the good Captain and his sister boat with Captain Chris and headed over to Coya Costa - Do NOT MISS THE MYSTERY BEACH - There is nothing like being the only souls on miles of beach in the pristine aqua-green waters of the Gulf. We also cruised a secluded bay filled with Manatee and saw nesting Osprey for the first part of the trip. All the time filled with little tid-bits of history and stories about the islands and wildlife. The short walk to the beach reminded you or an episode of Gilligan's Island or Survivor but to dip in the gulf water in early Spring weather with the feeling of secluded luxury was worth every single penny. We then journeyed to Cabbage Key and had a stop at the famous restaurant for some "ON-Point" and fresh Stone Crab followed by an excellent Cheeseburger that may or may not have inspired you-know-who to pen a famous song about such carnivorous habits..... That was topped off by the tangiest frozen Key-Lime pit and a few scoops of ice cream from the local creamery. The trip back to Pine Island and Captain Will's tailgate office found us enjoying the nostalgic views and gorgeous homes of Useppa Island followed by Dolphin views and then twenty minutes of the dolphin pod ridding the wake of our vessel. We could not have imagined how exciting, fun, and memorable this excursion was. Without a doubt, at the prices he charged, no other ferry, tour, or excursion gives you half as much for the money on the Florida coast. This little operation is highly recommended and I'm not easy to please. Another couple of two adults shared he boat with us and they were blown away too with words of praise and plans to repeat the trip again. As a tip, arrive early and check out the fish market. If you're lucky, Uno or Lefty as Captain Will calls him will be begging for fish at the back of the dock by the fish market. The wild dolphin was sheer joy to watch as were were literally inches away from him as he waited on a fish or two from the fleet dropping their catch at the market. We could have watched the huge bottle-nose dolphin for hours. That alone was a high-light worthy of calling it a day but our entire journey defied expectations. I can not recommend Captain Will & Company from Matlacha Boating Adventures. Support a Veteran Owned Business and enjoy an unforgettable trip around Charlotte Harbor and the Gulf of Mexico. This excursion made our trip a memory to cherish! Thanks Captain Will for an unprecedented time on the water!!! If you book elsewhere, you won't have as much fun and you'll pay too much!

While on vacation my friends and I took the sunset cruise. The Captain and first mate were great…read moreand so knowledgable about the wild life. We saw dolphins, a manatee and a ton of birds. Highly recommend the trip, plus you can bring your own food and drink.

We stayed here at the marina for an evening with our boat. We arrived after 5 and parked without…read moreassistance in our assigned spot. The water was calm and we were right by Cass Key restaurant. The marina location was out of the way but worth the drive on the water. The restaurant had great food and live music. The bathroom and showers were clean. Laundry facilities were available too at a reasonable price. I took a walk in the morning and the area was very nice. I didn't give it 5 stars because.... In the morning we waited to leave as as waited for a Dockmaster but no one arrived. We went on our way and called later to pay our bill.

We recently stopped here for fuel. I was impressed with the dock master's efficiency and knowledge…read moreof the area. Marine gas rates here were higher than competitors'.

We booked a 6-hour tour based on a friend's recommendation with Captain Pavel for my son's…read morebirthday, and we had an amazing time! We saw dolphins and manatees, stopped at Stump Pass, and even found a couple of shark teeth. The ride was smooth, fun, and very comfortable. Highly recommend Captain Pavel and Florida Gulf Discovery for a memorable experience!

We had an amazing time! We will hit y'all up next time we are out that way! Thank you for…read moreeverything Awesome crew, they made everything easy! Until next time...

Such a great experience! From scheduling (even in the "off season") to check in, to boarding the…read moreboat, to the jokes and fun created by the crew! I was with 2 friends who had never gone parasailing before, and both of them quickly felt safe and comfortable. I know they enjoyed the experience, which made me feel good for suggesting the adventure. High marks and highly recommend you choose Parasail Englewood!! Thanks for a fun excursion!

Boat Lift Pros installed new motors and a new electrical harness and controller on my boat lift…read more They did an excellent job at a fair price. They furnished me with a written estimate before the contract and there was no pressure to sign. All of the Boat Lift Pros employees I dealt with pleasant and efficient and more than willing to explain everything that they were doing. One thing I really liked is that they were here when they said they would be here - both for the estimates and the work. Would highly recommend Boat Lift Pros for all of your lift work.

They put our bunks on, leveled the loft, and despoiled the cords. They were on time, professional…read moreand did a great job. After one of the hurricanes they came right out and fixed our lift too. So I always recommend them

We spent two hours on the water with the captain and her mate and had the most wonderful time…read more The water is gorgeous and the sun was shining in the bluest of skies. We were served wine, beer or champagne and cheese and crackers as we sailed the gulf. If you are looking to lay back and relax and catch up with a dolphin or three, as we did, I recommend you indulge yourself. It''s a great couple of hours. Thank you both.

If I could give them a 10 out of 5, I would!…read more To say we were happy with our experience is an understatement. We sailed as a party of six with my parents and my two little girls (ages 5 and 3). About halfway through, the weather turned and it started pouring, forcing us to head back to port early. We completely understood and didn't expect any kind of "make up" time since the rain wasn't their fault. To our surprise, Sail Venice went above and beyond. Even though we had less than an hour left when we came in, they offered to take us out again at a different time. We hoped for a sunset sail, but the forecast looked like more rain, so we figured it wouldn't happen. Then, last minute, they called us after watching the skies clear and asked if we wanted to come back out. Twenty minutes later we were on the water again, and it turned into an absolutely lovely evening. My daughters adored their very first sailboat ride, and we could not have asked for a more thoughtful, accommodating, and caring crew. Sail Venice truly made our trip unforgettable. I cannot recommend them highly enough!

Very nice people who are glad to educate you. Lots of bait…read moreoptions as well as anything fishing. Take time to talk with them.

Stopped in last week for some mullet, and was pleased with selection and price…read more The owner gladly gave me a jump start for my car(bad battery). I'll be sure to make this place a regular stop.