- Location
- Placida, Florida
- Trip Types
- Inshore, nearshore, custom non-fishing trips
- Phone
- 941-303-0731
Florida Gulf Adventures is Captain Jon Spangler’s private charter service around Placida and the Charlotte Harbor area. Guests can choose inshore fishing, nearshore Gulf fishing, or a custom boat outing.
Contact and booking details
| Operator | Florida Gulf Adventures |
|---|---|
| Area | Placida, Florida |
| Departure / address | Placida area. The service page lists Eldred’s Marina, 6300 Boca Grande Causeway; the contact address is 15001 Gasparilla Road. Confirm the chosen dock. |
| Phone | 941-303-0731 |
| jon@floridagulfadventures.com | |
| Website / reservations | Visit Florida Gulf Adventures |
| Trip options | Inshore, nearshore, custom non-fishing trips |
Boat and comfort
The published boat is a 2022 Sea Hunt 265 Ultra with twin Yamaha engines. It has seating, a private toilet, live-view sonar, a Bluetooth stereo, radar, and emergency position beacons. The operator advertises trips for up to six guests.
Inshore prices
Four-hour inshore trips are $475, five-hour trips are $575, and six-hour trips are $675. Those prices cover four people. A fifth or sixth guest adds $50 each. Gratuity is separate.
Nearshore and custom outings
Nearshore trips travel up to nine miles offshore. Published prices are $675 for four hours, $785 for five hours, and $900 for six hours. Non-fishing custom trips are $450 for four hours or $650 for six hours. Confirm passenger pricing for the selected outing.
Included items and arrival
Fuel, bait, fishing gear, tackle, and license coverage are included. Legal keeper fish are filleted and bagged. Bring a cooler for taking fish home. The Eldred’s listing mentions a $12 parking fee, which should be confirmed. Ask for the exact departure dock, deposit, and cancellation terms.
Details checked September 29, 2026, using the operator’s published information. Rates, boats, meeting points and policies can change; confirm the final trip details directly. Listed species describe possible targets, not a guaranteed catch or an open harvest season.
Featured photo: Florida Gulf Adventures angler holding a snook. Photo from Florida Gulf Adventures.
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