Anchors Away Charters LLC offers unforgettable private experiences aboard a 2023 Twin Vee 260 GFX center console, operating from Placida.
"Jeff was a great tour guide and we had an awesome time!" — Leota,
Get ready for an unforgettable adventure on Florida’s Gulf Coast aboard Florida Gulf Adventures, a 2022 Sea Hunt Ultra 265SE center console based in Placida.
Step aboard Capt. Lou Silva's boat, a sleek 2025 Tidewater 32 Center Console based in Placida, and get ready for an unforgettable day on the water.
Experience the ultimate day on the water with Reel Time Charters LLC, a 2024 Sea Hunt Gamefish Center Console based in Placida.
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We had a great day on the water with Captain Russell!" — Amy,
Set off on an unforgettable adventure aboard a 2020 Shoalwater 21ft Catamaran, designed for smooth and shallow-water cruising. Perfect for up to four guests, this sleek and powerful vessel is equipped with a 250 HP Yamaha outboard engine.
"Captain Bobby was great. Accomadated my need for isolated beach and managed to get husband to a great fishing area." — Joyce,
Step aboard The Florida Flow, a powerful and comfortable 2015 Sea Hunt Gamefish 30 based in Placida, perfect for exploring Southwest Florida’s stunning waters.
"We chose the 7 hour trip and it was awesome. Captain was very nice as was his son who was there to help." — Kelley,
MM Charters is a 1990 Parker Center console based out of Englewood. It can take up to six guests. The boat is powered by one 300 HP gasoline outboard Yamaha engine, offering a maximum cruising speed of 54 knots.
"We saw so many dolphins! Captain Tim was very accommodating." — Pamela,
Southwest Shorelines invites you to explore the pristine waters around Boca Grande aboard a sleek and versatile 2018 Hanson 23 Bay Boat.
"Captain Matt gave us a grest tour of Boca Grande. I have been coming here for 40 years and had never seen the island from the Gulf side." — Jane,
Experience the ultimate day on the water with Bokeelia Water Charters, aboard a sleek 2023 Sea Pro 248 DLX Center Console.
"what an amazing day we had with Capt Nick! swimming, shelling and a nice lunch at Mainstay." — Jodi,
Placida, Florida is a laid-back Gulf Coast gateway to clear shallows, winding mangrove channels, and island-dotted horizons. Known for easy access to protected bays and the open Gulf, it's a favorite starting point for Placida boating charters seeking calm waters in the morning and glowing sunsets in the evening. From here, skippers and sightseers weave between barrier islands and quiet coves, where seagrass flats invite a slow cruise and sandbars appear like private beaches.
Wildlife is part of the journey. Dolphins often surf a boat's wake, manatees linger near warm inlets, and ospreys patrol the shoreline. With Placida boating charters, you can plan relaxed nature rides, snorkeling and shelling stops, or picnic breaks on tucked-away beaches. Clear days reward you with long views of the coast and emerald water; breezier afternoons deliver a playful chop that makes every ride feel like an adventure.
Whether you're chartering a captained tour or renting a vessel for the day, Placida offers a blend of tranquility and variety—quiet backwaters for beginners, navigable passes for seasoned boaters, and plenty of anchor-friendly spots to pause and explore. Come for the cruising, stay for the island ambience, and make your base in Placida for an effortless launch into Florida's classic coastal scenery.
