Tour / Activity Description

COVID-19 Protocol Update

Facial coverings must be worn by all persons in public places where social distancing in accordance with CDC guidelines is not possible.  Fully vaccinated people can participate in outdoor activities and recreation without a facial covering or mask, except in certain crowded settings and venues where there is a decreased ability to maintain physical distance. 

Trip Length

This six hour "super half day" trip is a good one for first-time or intermediate anglers. A six hour trip allows for more flexibility changing fishing locations to maximize your catching opportunities.

Included

• Outstanding professional guide
• Boat and fuel
• All Fishing Gear - spinning rods, baitcasting rods, left or right-handed rods, braid and mono line (or you can bring your own)
• Cooler, Ice and Bottled Water
• All fishing license(s)

Not Included

• Hotel pick-up
• Food and additional beverages are permitted but not included (alcoholic beverages are permitted)
• Some optional live bait may require an additional fee and will be purchased the day of the tour
• Guide Gratuity (optional, but greatly appreciated)

Amenities & Equipment Basics

• Boats are 20+ feet, US Coast Guard certified and with a capacity of 4 guests
• Life jackets and all safety equipment
• Boats have fishing chairs
• Catch-and-release is allowed but keeping some fish is allowed within state laws (ask your captain/guide about which species)
• Fish cleaning

What to Bring/Wear

• Any required medications
• Comfortable shoes - deck shoes, tennis shoes or sandals are the most comfortable footwear
• Light colored shirt and during cooler months you should dress in layers
• Hat
• Rain gear
• Polarized fishing glasses are preferred, but regular sunglasses are fine
• Sunscreen

Fishing Techniques

• Light tackle
• Live bait
• Artificial lures

Frequently Asked Questions

How many people can there be on this fishing trip? --  The preferred and most comfortable is 1 or 2 persons per boat, although 3 or 4 people per boat are often taken. 4 is the maximum per boat. The limits are set by the US Coast Guard.

Can I bring my kids? -- Absolutely, freshwater fishing is perfect for kids. The action is consistent, the fish are plentiful. There are alligators, birds, snakes and other native species that can be seen. Restroom facilities are usually close by most fishing areas. The guides have no problem taking restroom breaks when needed and enjoy working with children and instructing them on various fishing techniques, so all family members are welcome. Children of all ages are welcome but there is no child discount and they must be included in the order - so, for example, two adults and two children of any age would require ordering the Private Tour rate for four persons.

Do I need any fishing experience? -- No, your guides have all the experience that is needed. They love teaching others about the sport and coaching you through it all. People may have never fished a day in their lives, but leave with a new understanding and an unforgettable experience.

What about the weather? -- In the summer it is hot and it can rain almost any day, but mostly in the afternoon. Be prepared. Put sunscreen on before the boat departs and bring rain gear if you have it. If not, the guides usually do. Watch the weather and be assured it is cooler on the water than land.

Is it rough out there? Will I get sea sick? -- No, you will never have to worry about sea sickness on this trip.

Does the guide fish? -- No, unless you specifically request it. Their job is to put you on the fish and give you the information you need to hook, fight and land your trophy fish. They've have done these thousands of times and know were the fish are, so there's no need for them to "test fish to locate them" on YOUR time!

48 Hours Minimum Advance Booking Required.  Tour does not include hotel pick-up; the boat is located in New Smyrna Beach (specific location and driving directions will be specified on your E-Ticket) - about 66 miles from the Orlando tourism corridor, about 20 miles south of Daytona Beach and about 55 miles north of the Space Coast area of Cocoa Beach and Titusville.  Private Tour pricing is per-group for the number of persons specified with a maximum of 4 guests per boat, in US dollars.  Please order online or call us at 212-852-4822 to order or for more information.