Sanibel Island, FL
Sportfishing Charters in Sanibel Island, FL
Most fishing trips go one of two ways: you are reeling in stories for years or swearing you’ll never do that again.
The difference often comes down to planning—and that’s where sportfishing charters in Sanibel Island, FL, come in. These services take all the guesswork out, giving you expert-guided access to inshore fishing hotspots, near-shore reef zones, and even those secret wreck locations that don’t show up on public maps.
For many, that’s the fix for the most common problem: not knowing where the fish are or what conditions matter. With tides changing, weather changing, and species habits all in play, it’s easy to come up short without the right insight. Charters solve this by pairing you with pros who already know what’s biting—and when.
But that doesn’t mean these trips are all about fishing. Many also offer ecosystem and dolphin tours, which is a bonus if you have non-anglers or kids who care more about spotting wildlife than catching dinner. That’s part of why many families come back year after year.
At Chum Crazy Charters LLC, we pride ourselves on providing the premier sportfishing charter experience for anglers visiting Sanibel Island, FL. Our USCG-licensed and insured captain brings over 12
years of dedicated expertise, ensuring your outing is both productive and safe.
About - Sanibel Island, FL
Sanibel Island is a peaceful barrier island 20 miles southwest of Fort Myers, Florida. More than half of Sanibel is protected wildlife refuges, and the crown jewel is the J.N. "Ding" Darling National Wildlife Refuge. This 6,300-acre mangrove sanctuary has over 200 species of birds and wildlife, and visitors can explore by tram, bicycle, or kayak through pristine ecosystems.
Annual events reflect the island's personality, including the March Sanibel Shell Festival (in its 88th year), the December Luminary Festival, and "Ding" Darling Days in October. The weekly Farmers Market runs from October to May with over 40 vendors selling local produce and crafts.
Community members also gather for the Fourth of July parade down Periwinkle Way and various arts festivals throughout the year. Visit Lighthouse Beach Park to see the 1884 lighthouse and fish off the pier. Take a guided nature tour of the wildlife refuge or just relax on the pristine Gulf beaches.
Our Services in Sanibel Island, FL
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At Chum Crazy Charters LLC, when you step on our clean, well-equipped boat, we handle all the details – top-grade tackle, bait, and fishing licenses so you can focus on the catch.
For those looking for a broader Gulf experience, our near-shore reef and wreck fishing trips target a wide variety of game fish and offer plenty of action and scenery.
We also offer ecosystem and dolphin tours that highlight the marine biodiversity that makes Sanibel Island waters so unique.
Our guests rave about our attention and patience and how we go above and beyond to create memories that last a lifetime.
If you’re looking for a charter service that offers personal touch, professionalism, and results, we invite you to book with us and see why we’re the best on the island.
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What our customers say
We did a inland fishing trip with Drew and had a great time. He brought us to the fish and gave us a great chance to catch the fish we were looking to catch. We had a great experience from when he picked us up at the docks and dropped us off. I would definitely book a charter with him again if we are back in Ft. Myers.
Keven B.
10/10 best fishing experience we've ever had! Drew did everything to make sure we cought as many fish as possible during our trip! We cought trout, snook, even a bonnet head shark! Best time ever totally worth it! Highly recommend and will book again!
Casey B.
It was a very good trip with Captain drew I took my four year old son and drew was very patient and kid friendly. Got sent to some good fishing spots very early. Highly recommend will be using it again
Birky J.
Everything you want in a boat captain. Knowledgeable. Friendly, helpful, patient. Quality and clean boat. Had us on the fish almost non stop. Highly recommend.
Eric P.