
Owner/Operator of Kickin’ Tail
Born and raised fishing all over the Everglades, Marco Island, 10,000 Islands, Isles of Capri, Naples and other surrounding areas… Captain Todd Godwin, Owner of Kickin’ Tail Charters, is here to deliver a premier fishing experience.
We are very proud to serve our community and it’s many visitors from around the world. We take pride in offering the best fishing experience by offering the following differences from other fishing charters… Born and Raised Native Guide, Captain Todd Godwin has fished here his entire life!
We book Backwater & Back Country Fishing Charters, Flats Fishing and Eco Tours:
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"I have fished with Captain Todd several times and have always found him to be a very professional guide, willing to go the extra mile to make a fishing trip interesting, productive and enjoyable. He is always willing to run to where the fish are. I look forward to fishing with him again in the future."
Tony B
"Great day on the water fishing with my dad and my son. I've been guide fishing Marco Island for 20 years trying to land trophy tarpon. Never fished with cap Todd before. He quickly netted a well full of live baits and off we went. Lines in for 5 minutes when my son lands 60 lbs tarpon. 10 minutes later I get a 125 lbs king, only to be topped by my dad's 140 pounder. Two and a half hours fighting tarpon! Exhausted we headed to backwater where we completed our slams with snook and reds. Needless to say a 3 generation memory a lifetime made possible by captain Todd!"
Sal R
"I recently fished the Gulf with a few friends. For the 5th year in a row, we hired Todd to be our guide. We all agreed that he is the best fishing guide in Marco Island. We caught a lot of fish, including red grouper, amberjack, cobia, and snook. We highly recommend using Todd as your captain/guide."
Tom Meade
6 friends have fished the Gulf this week with Captain Todd Godwin.He is an excellent guide.We caught our limit of red grouper each day as well as snappers,cobra,and permit. I highly recommend booking a trip if you want to fish around Marco Island.
Tom Meade
"Captain Todd took our family backwater fishing and we all caught tons of fish including, Reds, lots of Snook, ladyfish, catfish, jack and our 8 year old even hooked a tarpon!! We had a great time and Todd knew all the spots...We will never use anyone else again."
The Clarks
"I heard about Capt Todd from a friend. 2 of my friends and I met him at the marina and were amazed by his beautiful, spots less boat. He was very friendly and took us a pretty good way through the beautiful ten thousand islands. we arrived a a long bank covered with mangroves. The first big snook hit immediately. The action was non stop. snook, redfish, trout, even a small tarpon. The day went by so quickly, it was like a great dream. Don't miss fishing with him. You will have a ball!"
Charlie C
"Capt. Todd knows this area better than anyone I think, because we caught tons of fish at his "secret" spots. They must have been secret because no one else was fishing there and the fishing was awesome. The kids had a great time with him too."
Bill C
"Capt. Todd Godwin is without a doubt the best fishing guide in S. Florida. With over 25 years' experience, he's a true professional. Whether fishing the back country or offshore in the Gulf, he'll put you on fish. Snook, tarpon, reds, permit, cobia, grouper - you'll catch them…"
Phil H
"We went out with Todd on a family boat outing and the individualized service was spectacular! He seemed like part of the family about halfway through the trip. It was my three year old son's first boat ride and Todd was so helpful with making sure he was comfortable, got to see exciting things, was happy, and safe. We explored a great island and while there he helped my young son get shells out of his shoes and even helped him fish. Needless to say, my little boy thought he was great, and of course the rest of us did too!"
JoAnna C
"Todd is totally all about the people on his boat and dedicated to bringing home the species of fish you are after. From off shore to pounding the backwaters, Todd is the best."
Gunner
We take fishing very seriously and are proud of our sport. These brands have made it official and sponsored Kickin’ Tail Fishing Charters / Captain Todd Godwin.
Kickin’ Tail Fishing Charters is a locally owned and operated business based out of beautiful Marco Island, Florida.