If you’re booking a Marco Island fishing charter this week, the top picks are the captains consistently getting people onto Snook, Redfish, Tarpon, Snapper and nearshore Grouper right now around the Ten Thousand Islands and Gulf waters. May fishing has been especially strong for backwater Snook and early Tarpon action around Marco Island. (Marco Fishing Company)

Top Marco Island Fishing Charters This Week 🎣

Six Chuter Charters

Six Chuter Charters Web Address: 951 Bald Eagle Dr, Marco Island, FL 34146 Phone: +12393891575

One of the most established charter operations on Marco Island with multiple boats and guides. Excellent for:

• Backwater Snook & Redfish

• Family-friendly trips

• Offshore Grouper & Shark trips

• Combo shelling + fishing adventures

Captain Shaun and crew have been running trips since the early 1990s and know the Ten Thousand Islands exceptionally well. Great option if you want flexibility and experienced local captains. (super-fishing-charters.com)

Marco Island Charters

Marco Island Charters Web Address: 1007 Anglers Cove, Marco Island, FL 34145 Phone: +12392859166

A favorite for private fishing experiences and highly rated by visitors this season.
Best for:

• Small private groups

• Calm-water backcountry fishing

• Beginners and kids

• Consistent inshore action

Good choice if you want a laid-back but productive half-day charter close to Marco waters.

Marco Fishing Company

Marco Fishing Company Web Address: 909 Collier Ct, Marco Island, FL 34145 Phone: +12392120008

Captain Jamie Cox and team are getting excellent local attention this season for tailored trips and strong local knowledge.
Highlights:

• Inshore + nearshore options

• Tarpon, Snook & Mangrove Snapper

• Good for both serious anglers and tourists

• All gear/licenses included

They’re reporting productive fishing this week throughout the Ten Thousand Islands and Marco backwaters. (Marco Fishing Company)

Wild Thing Charters

Wild Thing Charters Web Address: 951 Bald Eagle Dr, Marco Island, FL 34145 Phone: +12398217054

Captain Randy Hamilton specializes in offshore reefs and wrecks with decades of local experience.
Best for:

• Serious offshore anglers

• Deep-water species

• Experienced crews

• Gulf wreck fishing

Federally permitted for offshore trips. (wildthingcharters.com)

Bearfoot Charters

Excellent for mixed eco + fishing experiences around the Ten Thousand Islands.
Great for:

• Families

• Wildlife viewing

• Relaxed inshore fishing

• Dolphin + shelling add-ons

More customized and scenic than hardcore sport-focused charters. (BearFoot Charters)

What’s Biting Around Marco Island This Week 🐟

• Snook — excellent around mangroves and docks

• Redfish — strong in backwater channels

• Tarpon — early seasonal migration underway

• Mangrove Snapper — active near structure

• Grouper — solid offshore reports

• Sharks — increasing activity offshore

Local anglers on Reddit are also reporting decent beach Snook action around Tigertail Beach at sunrise and productive dock fishing at night. (Reddit)

Best Charter Type Right Now

Booking Tips This Week ☀️

• Morning trips are fishing best before afternoon storms.

• Tarpon trips are heating up fast — book early.

• Half-day backwater charters are the best value right now.

• Bring polarized sunglasses, sunscreen and a light rain jacket.

For live availability and bookings:

• Marco Fishing Company

• Wild Thing Charters

• Bearfoot Charters