Captain
Matt Hawksley

Member since January 2019 Sanibel, United States
Background
Capt. Matt has been catching fish in Southwest Florida since he could hold a fishing rod. As a 3rd generation Southwest Florida angler who has guided thousands of fishing trips in and around the waters of Sanibel, Captiva, and Ft. Myers, this captain has the experience necessary to put you on the fish of a lifetime. After years of partnering with biologists and naturalists to lead guided trips in the Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge, Capt. Matt is also particularly knowledgeable about the local ecosystem and wildlife. So whether you're interested in catching your biggest saltwater fish, or you just want to enjoy a day on the water with family and friends, Capt. Matt will make sure your excursion is the highlight of your trip to southwest Florida!
Techniques
Whether bottom fishing, jigging, trolling, popping, drifting, pitching live bait, or throwing flies, Capt. Matt has done it all and knows the best techniques to put fish in the boat!

Hey, I'm Captain Matt Hawksley

Sanibel, Verenigde Staten
Background
Capt. Matt has been catching fish in Southwest Florida since he could hold a fishing rod. As a 3rd generation Southwest Florida angler who has guided thousands of fishing trips in and around the waters of Sanibel, Captiva, and Ft. Myers, this captain has the experience necessary to put you on the fish of a lifetime. After years of partnering with biologists and naturalists to lead guided trips in the Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge, Capt. Matt is also particularly knowledgeable about the local ecosystem and wildlife. So whether you're interested in catching your biggest saltwater fish, or you just want to enjoy a day on the water with family and friends, Capt. Matt will make sure your excursion is the highlight of your trip to southwest Florida!
Techniques
Whether bottom fishing, jigging, trolling, popping, drifting, pitching live bait, or throwing flies, Capt. Matt has done it all and knows the best techniques to put fish in the boat!

My Charter Listings

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4.9 / 5
(64 beoordelingen)
Sanibel
 Directe bevestiging
Trips vanaf US $500
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4.9 / 5
(31 beoordelingen)
Captiva
 Directe bevestiging
Trips vanaf US $600

Fishing Reports

Customer reviews

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4.9 / 5
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David V.
San Angelo, TX
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5.0 / 5
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Fishing with Matt

GECONTROLEERD   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Fishing (PM) op Juni 1, 2022
Captain seemed very knowledgeable of the area and worked quickly to get fish off re-bait the hooks. Very pleasant to talk with.
David V. raadt Capt Matt's Island Charters โ€“ Sanibel aan
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David V. raadt Capt Matt's Island Charters โ€“ Sanibel aan
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Katja A.
Jacksonville, Florida
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5.0 / 5
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Half day trip with Captain Matt

GECONTROLEERD   6 Hour Trip โ€“ Fishing op April 15, 2022
It was a great trip with Captain Matt. The whole family enjoyed it very much. We will definitely coming back! Thank you so...
Katja A. raadt Capt Matt's Island Charters โ€“ Sanibel aan
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Katja A. raadt Capt Matt's Island Charters โ€“ Sanibel aan
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Jodi B.
Zionsville, IN
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Fishing with Matt

GECONTROLEERD   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Fishing (AM) op Juni 20, 2021
Captain Matt made this such a fun and memorable trip for our family! For most of us, it was our first time on a fishing charter...
Jodi B. raadt Capt Matt's Island Charters โ€“ Sanibel aan
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Jodi B. raadt Capt Matt's Island Charters โ€“ Sanibel aan
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Amanda P.
Fort Myers, Florida
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5.0 / 5
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Fishing with Matt

GECONTROLEERD   6 Hour Trip โ€“ Fishing op Juli 13, 2022
Had a wonderful time, he makes sure you get the most out of your trip.ย  Would highly recommend.
Amanda P. raadt Capt Matt's Island Charters โ€“ Sanibel aan
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Amanda P. raadt Capt Matt's Island Charters โ€“ Sanibel aan
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John S.
Carmel, IN
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4.3 / 5
Ervaring:
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4.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
Crew
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4.0 / 5
Algemeen

Great Day With Captain Matt!

GECONTROLEERD   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Fishing (PM) op April 5, 2022
Matt was a lot of fun, and very knowledgeable on our half day adventure with him.ย  He was very, very helpful with everyone,...
John S. raadt Capt Matt's Island Charters โ€“ Sanibel aan
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John S. raadt Capt Matt's Island Charters โ€“ Sanibel aan
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