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Heavy Tackle Fishing Charters In St. Augustine

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Captain's Choice - 24' Tidewater

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24 ft 1 - 6 People From $600
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Deep Sea Fishing Charter in St. Augustine

Full Day Trip - 31' Contender

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31 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,595
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Offshore Adventure - 30’ Albemarle

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30 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,300
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4-6 Hour Inshore - 28' Seafox

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28 ft 1 - 6 People From $700
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Deep Sea Fishing Charter in St. Augustine

6-8 Hour Offshore - 28' Seafox

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28 ft 1 - 8 People From $1,100
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Deep Sea Fishing Charter in St. Augustine

12-Hour Offshore - 28' Seafox

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28 ft 1 - 6 People From $2,500

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trip description for Summertime Special in St. Augustine

Captain Mike invites all anglers to come down to beautiful Saint Augustine FL, where you can make some exciting fishing memories. Captain Mike will take you out aboard his 33' Welcraft Center Console and put his 35+ years of experience to work for you to help you get your catch. More importantly, he’ll make sure you’re safe while you’re having fun. For these fun 4 hour adventures you will spend the afternoon trolling and jigging the water column for King Mackerel and any Cobia that happen to cruise by. You leave St. Augustine shore on a Wellcraft Scarab (central console) model from 1984, which has recently been totally restored(2020). The boat is 33ft long and can take groups of 6 guests per a single trip. Along with GPS and fishfinder equipment, the boat contains downriggers as well as 2 Honda engines.   Families with children are more than welcome to enjoy the fishing adventure. The charter covers the required Florida fishing license, and they also provide all the fishing gear, lures, and live baits. If you get to catch your delicious trophy the captain will happily help with the preparation. Just bring your snacks and drinks, and the Captain will cover the rest Read More

Nearshore Fishing Charter in St. Augustine

Summertime Special

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33 ft 1 - 6 People From $695
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trip description for Offshore Hook-Up in St. Augustine

Captain Mike invites all anglers to come down to beautiful Saint Augustine FL, where you can make some exciting fishing memories. For these Half to Full day trips, Captain Mike likes to motor offshore for some trolling, bottom fishing, and fish catching! The charter specializes in offshore fishing with the optional reef and wreck spots. Depending on the time of the day and time of the year you can encounter various types of fish from Cobia and Kingfish to Snapper and Sharks. Additionally, you can try your luck with several fishing techniques light and heavy tackle, bottom fishing, and trolling. No matter what method or species combo you settle on, Captain Mike will use his 35 years of experience to help you get your catch. More importantly, he’ll make sure you’re safe while you’re having fun! You leave St. Augustine shore on a Wellcraft Scarab (central console) model from 1984, which has recently been totally restored(2020). The boat is 33ft long and can take groups of 6 guests per a single trip. Along with GPS and fishfinder equipment, the boat contains downriggers as well as 2 Honda engines.  Families with children are more than welcome to enjoy the fishing adventure. The charter covers the required Florida fishing license, and they also provide all the fishing gear, lures, and live baits. If you get to catch your delicious trophy, Captain Mike will happily help with the preparation. Just bring your snacks and drinks, and Captain Mike will cover the rest Read More

Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing Charter in St. Augustine

Offshore Hook-Up

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33 ft 1 - 6 People From $895
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trip description for 4-Hour Quick Fishing Trip in St. Augustine

Captain Mike invites all anglers to come down to beautiful Saint Augustine FL, where you can make some exciting fishing memories. Captain Mike will take you out aboard his 33' Wellcraft Center Console, and put his 35 years of experience to work helping you get your catch. More importantly, he’ll make sure you’re safe while you’re having fun. For these fun 4 hour adventures you will be trolling and jigging the water column for King Mackerel and any Cobia that happen to cruise by. You leave St. Augustine shore on a Wellcraft Scarab (central console) model from 1984, which has recently been totally restored(2020). The boat is 33ft long and can take groups of 6 guests per a single trip. Along with GPS and fishfinder equipment, the boat contains downriggers as well as 2 Honda engines. Families with children are more than welcome to enjoy the fishing adventure. The charter covers the required Florida fishing license, and they also provide all the fishing gear, lures, and live baits. If you get to catch your delicious trophy the captain will happily help with the preparation. Just bring your snacks and drinks, and the Captain will cover the rest Read More

Nearshore Fishing Charter in St. Augustine

4-Hour Quick Fishing Trip

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33 ft 1 - 6 People From $695
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trip description for Extended Day Offshore in St. Augustine

This trip is for the avid fishermen looking to get down and dirty to catch trophy fish that can double as great table fare! Captain Mike's 11-hour trips provide ample time to run 40+ miles to “the ledge” where the bottom drops off quickly from 200 to 2,000+ feet of water. Hands down the best fishing grounds off the coast of St. Augustine. For your trip, you will climb aboard Captain Mike's 33' Wellcraft Center Console. This boat is designed to handle offshore chop will get you out to the ledge in no time a 200 HP Honda strapped to the back. Once you out DEEP, Captain Mike will do all the rigging for some deep water trolling for pelagics like Mahi Mahi, Wahoo, King Mackerel, and Tuna or skip on over to an offshore reef site where you can bottom fish and/or jig for Amberjack and a variety of Snapper and Grouper species. Prices include fuel, ice, bait, rods/reels, tackle, fishing licenses, and fish cleaning at the end of your trip. You only need to bring your food, drinks, weather-appropriate gear, a rain jacket is highly encouraged, and fresh arms to fight these awesome pelagic species. Read More

Deep Sea Fishing Charter in St. Augustine

Extended Day Offshore

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33 ft 1 - 6 People From $2,100
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trip description for Bluewater Bash in St. Augustine

The world is your oyster when you book aBluewater trip with Captain Ricky down in North East Florida. You can head up to 60 miles offshore aboard his 31' Contender for some pelagic trolling, or bottom fishing! You never know what your gonna haul up from the depths when you get offshore in the Atlantic of course, but some typical catches Captain Ricky expects include Red, Mangrove and Mutton Snapper, Grouper, Bee-liners, Triggerfish, and Mahi in the summer months. With a full open bow, there is plenty of room for your entire crew to fish comfortably and to store extra coolers. Powered by twin Honda 250’s we get you to the fishing areas quickly and smoothly. He offers plenty of options to suit every need and provides all the necessary equipment to make your experience phenomenal. All he recommends you bring are your favorite snacks and drinks, weather-appropriate gear, and some bags/coolers to bring home your catch after he's cleaned it for you! Captain Ricky's trips are for anglers of all ages and levels so whether you're a seasoned pro or a new beginner, Captain Ricky will put his 25+ years off-shore fishing experience to work for you! Read More

Deep Sea Fishing Charter in St. Augustine

Bluewater Bash

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31 ft 1 - 6 People From $2,400
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trip description for Extended Day Adventure in St. Augustine

If your looking to get some serious fishing done in St. Augustine, Captain Robby's extended day trips are for you! With over 20 years of experience guiding these North East Florida waters, Captain Robby will put all of his knowledge toward getting you on the fish safely and in style as you explore the open ocean. After you get settled in, and Captain Robby cranks up the engines, you will motor out a couple of miles offshore to do some trolling, deep-sea dropping, and fish catching! For these 10-12 hour trips the world is your oyster on board with Captain Robby and your targets depend on how far offshore you go but the focus is mainly on big game species, such as Blackfin Tuna, Mahi Mahi, Red Snapper, and Wahoo. You can also go after Black Grouper, Amberjack, Sheepshead, Cobia, and many more. What also matters is that you get to keep the catch and the crew will clean it for you free of charge. You'll be aboard Captain Robby's 30' Albemarle Express, which can accommodate up to 6 guests. This fishing machine has everything an angler needs for a great day on the water. She’s powered by twin 300 HP engines and features a fighting chair, trolling gear, a live bait tank, and top-of-the-line navigational electronics. To ensure everybody’s comfort throughout the day, the boat also has a private bathroom, a fully functioning galley, a bedroom, and an air-conditioned lounge area. You are welcome to get as involved as you would like with your adventure as well, whether you'd rather lounge until the reel starts screaming or if you want your hand on the rod the whole time, Captain Robby can make it happen! Beyond superior service and luxurious amenities, Captain Robby also provides top of the line rods, reels, tackle, bait, and fishing licenses you could possibly need for a successful day out on the water. He'll even clean and bag your fish for you to take home. Thus, all you need to bring are your favorite lunch, snack, and drink, your sun protection, maybe a towel, and your camera! Otherwise, Captain Robby will take care of the rest to make the most of your St. Augustine saltwater adventure! Read More

Deep Sea Fishing Charter in St. Augustine

Extended Day Adventure

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30 ft 1 - 6 People From $2,710
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Everything to Know About Booking a St. Augustine heavy tackle fishing charter

What are the best heavy tackle fishing charters in St. Augustine?

Why should I book a heavy tackle fishing charter in St. Augustine with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 16 heavy tackle fishing trips in St. Augustine, and the most popular trips in the area are Captain's Choice - 24' Tidewater guided by Adam, 4-Hour Quick Fishing Trip guided by Mike, and Offshore Hook-Up guided by Mike.

Our guides in St. Augustine are rated a 5 out of 5 based on 2813 verified reviews on Captain Experiences.

All guides on Captain Experiences are licensed, insured, and vetted by our team. You can access their reviews, click through trip photos, read bios to get to know them, and preview trip details like species, techniques, group sizes, boat specs and more.

Other popular cities nearby for booking a Heavy Tackle Fishing charter include Atlantic Beach and Palm Coast.

Looking for kid friendly heavy tackle fishing guides / fishing lessons in St. Augustine? Check out our beginner and family friendly heavy tackle fishing guides in St. Augustine.

What types of heavy tackle fishing charters are common in St. Augustine?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular for heavy tackle fishing in St. Augustine as well as nearshore fishing and inshore fishing.

The most commonly sought after species for heavy tackle fishing in St. Augustine are: 1. kingfish, 2. red snapper, 3. mahi mahi, and 4. cobia.

How much do St. Augustine heavy tackle fishing charters cost?

for heavy tackle fishing in St. Augustine prices can range anywhere from about $813 to $2,540, but the average price for a half day trip for heavy tackle fishing in St. Augustine is $829. The average price for a full day trip for heavy tackle fishing in St. Augustine is $1,881.

What month is best for on a heavy tackle fishing charter in St. Augustine?

The most popular season to go on a heavy tackle fishing charter in St. Augustine is summer, and most anglers book their trips 26 days in advance.

Do I need a St. Augustine fishing license and what are the bag limits in St. Augustine?

You’re in luck! Our fishing tours in St. Augustine don’t require you to purchase a fishing license – your group is covered by your boat’s captain. See here for more information on bag limits and fishing season regulations in St. Augustine.

Recent Reviews of Captain Experiences

  • ★★★★★
    I set up a fishing trip with Captain Mike as part of my buddies bachelor party and could not have asked for a better experience. Capt. Mike was extremely professional and was an excellent guide. He personally reached out to me a few days before our scheduled departure to check in and see if I had any questions and give me more details. The morning of the trip Captain Mike had everything set up and waiting for us when we arrived to the dock. I was very impressed with how organized he was. The Captain wasted no time getting us on fish and the entire group started reeling them in one after the other. At the conclusion of the trip Captain Mike cleaned all of the fish we caught and bagged up the filets for us to take home. I would highly recommend Captain Mike to everyone. My buddies and I had a great time!

    Nathan J. with Mike W. of St. Augustine, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    Best fishing day ever! We told Captain Troy we were serious about getting "keeper" fish to eat, and he did not disappoint. A full 12-hour trip into the Atlantic got us 46 delicious keepers (variety of snapper species, Jacks, Cobia, trigger fish, and more) with plenty of non-stop action, thanks to Troy's laser-focus on the fish. He provided good coaching on the best methods to drop our lines and haul up the bounty. He kept the boat on top of fish continuously, and had us haul up our lines as the boat drifted off so he could reposition the boat back over the fish. We literally spent no time at all just hanging out waiting for bites in an empty ocean. He knows some good spots; for the most part we were the only boat on the water as far as the eye could see; we only noticed a couple of other boats wander over toward us in one location. Action also included fighting with one or two giant groupers (line snapped off before we could get them to the boat) and a couple of small sharks. It got exciting when we had to quickly haul in a snapper to save it from the jaws of an impressive 6-foot hammerhead. Overall an exciting, successful, exhausting day on the water from sunup to sundown. Enjoyed grilled Cobia and Jack kabobs for dinner that evening.

    Mary Lee F. with Troy J. of St. Augustine, Florida

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