ARF Charters – Vet Choko

Chokoloskee, Florida
Snook Fishing in Chokoloskee, Florida

About Your Guide

Ariel Alejo

Independent Guide
US Veteran Veteran
Join Captain Ariel (aka Captain DJ) for a variety of trips on the beautiful waters of Everglades National Park and find out what his charter operation is all about. Capt. DJ is a US Navy veteran with an honest attitude towards his business and his life in general. He’s also great with kids—so bring the whole family for a day to remember. He tailors each trip to the client at hand and will never stop on the hunt for great fish.

About Your Guide

Ariel Alejo

Independent Guide
Join Captain Ariel (aka Captain DJ) for a variety of trips on the beautiful waters of Everglades National Park and find out what his charter operation is all about. Capt. DJ is a US Navy veteran with an honest attitude towards his business and his life in general. He’s also great with kids—so bring the whole family for a day to remember. He tailors each trip to the client at hand and will never stop on the hunt for great fish.
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Everglades Super Slam

100% (6) 1 - 4 People 4 - 8 Hours From $550
Snook Fishing in Chokoloskee, Florida
Snook Fishing in Chokoloskee, Florida
Everglades Slam (US Vet)
Everglades Slam (US Vet)
Everglades Slam (US Vet)
Everglades Slam (US Vet)
Everglades Slam (US Vet)
Everglades Slam (US Vet)
Everglades Slam (US Vet)
Everglades Slam (US Vet)
Everglades Slam (US Vet)
Everglades Slam (US Vet)
Everglades Super Slam
Everglades Super Slam
Everglades Super Slam
Everglades Super Slam
Everglades Super Slam

About Your Trip

Water Type

Inshore, Nearshore

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather

Head out with Captain Ariel (AKA: Captain DJ) to explore the maze of beautiful mangroves, backcountry flats, and shallow-water honey holes that make the Florida Everglades one of the top fishing destinations in the world! On these 4, 6, or 8 hour trips, there are plenty of fish to go after. Your trip with DJ could see you reeling in Redfish, Trout, Snook, Tarpon, Black Drum, Tripletail, and more. With such a variety of species,...

About Your Trip

Head out with Captain Ariel (AKA: Captain DJ) to explore the maze of beautiful mangroves, backcountry flats, and shallow-water honey holes that make the Florida Everglades one of the top fishing destinations in the world!

On these 4, 6, or 8 hour trips, there are plenty of fish to go after. Your trip with DJ could see you reeling in Redfish, Trout, Snook, Tarpon, Black Drum, Tripletail, and more. With such a variety of species,
you will need a mix of quality equipment to get the most out of your day. That’s exactly what you get, with the option to spin, jig, pop, drift fish, bottom fish – you can even bring your fly rod along if you want to!

Captain DJ’s 23’ C-Hawk boat was born to dominate these shallow waters. Fresh off the line in 2021, the boat can carry four guests out in comfort and at speed.
Captain DJ offers a variety of trip durations to fit any schedule or budget, with four, six, and eight-hour charters at starting times customizable to suit you and your group. Children of all ages are welcome on board, and life vests will be provided for them.

All rods, reels, lures, and licenses are included, as is the cleaning and filleting of all your fish. Just bring your food, drinks, sunscreen, and shades. You’ll find plenty of excitement already waiting onboard!
Amenities

Water Type

Inshore, Nearshore

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Fish Cleaning

This guide will clean your catch for you.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Music

You can play your own bluetooth music.

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather

Federal Permit

This boat is federally permitted to go deep offshore.

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to kids.

Disability Friendly

This trip can accommodate those with disabilities.

Boat Restroom

No, this boat does not have a bathroom on board.

Live Bait

Live bait is not used on this trip.

Flexible Cancelation

The deposit for this trip is non-refundable.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

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About Your Boat

Boat photo for Everglades Super Slam
Boat photo for Everglades Super Slam
Boat photo for Everglades Super Slam
Boat Type
Bay Boat
Boat Manufacturer
C-Hawk
Boat Length
23'
Engine Manufacturer
Honda

About Your Boat

Boat Type
Bay Boat
Boat Manufacturer
C-Hawk
Boat Length
23'
Engine Manufacturer
Honda
Total Horsepower
225
Number of Engines
1
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Recent Reviews of ARF Charters – Vet Choko

5.0
based on 6 reviews

Glenn

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Great Trip!

Glenn

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Great Trip!
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Rich

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Great Captain! Friendly, accommodating + got us on fish!!!

Rich

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Great Captain! Friendly, accommodating + got us on fish!!!
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Maan

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Ariel is a fantastic fishing guide, captain ariel is very nice and knowledgeable, the kids had fun and caught few nice fish , will definitely come back next year

Maan

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Ariel is a fantastic fishing guide, captain ariel is very nice and knowledgeable, the kids had fun and caught few nice fish , will definitely come back next year
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Sally

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Ariel is a fantastic guide, very versatile and willing to plan around the exact kind of fishing you want to do. The wind was blowing during our trip and Ariel worked extra hard to dig those fish out for us!

Sally

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Ariel is a fantastic guide, very versatile and willing to plan around the exact kind of fishing you want to do. The wind was blowing during our trip and Ariel worked extra hard to dig those fish out for us!
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Benjamin

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Captain DJ was Awesome! We were catching fish on the first cast, and we caught fish throughout the morning. Great day on the water! I highly recommend booking with DJ. He was very good with the kids. Plenty of room for 4 or 5 to comfortably fish from his boat. I wouldn't hesitate to book with him again.

Benjamin

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Captain DJ was Awesome! We were catching fish on the first cast, and we caught fish throughout the morning. Great day on the water! I highly recommend booking with DJ. He was very good with the kids. Plenty of room for 4 or 5 to comfortably fish from his boat. I wouldn't hesitate to book with him again.
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Maan

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Our trip was fantastic.
Captain DJ knew all the spots and how to fish them. He knew when to move on and switch spots. He always replaced our baits before we even got a chance to ask him. He knew the sandbars and how to avoid them, keeping us safe. He would always deal with the fish we caught. I do not know how he could have made the trip...

Maan

Verified Review

Our trip was fantastic.
Captain DJ knew all the spots and how to fish them. He knew when to move on and switch spots. He always replaced our baits before we even got a chance to ask him. He knew the sandbars and how to avoid them, keeping us safe. He would always deal with the fish we caught. I do not know how he could have made the trip
better. He did an excellent job. We caught some great fish while having fun and staying safe!
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Potential Target Species

Color-coded seasonality below is based on .
January February March April May June July August September October November December
Jack Crevalle
Good
Good
Good
Good
Great
Great
Good
Good
Good
Great
Good
Good
Redfish
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Good
Good
Great
Great
Good
Good
Great
Good
Good
Not Ideal
Snook
Great
Great
Great
Great
Great
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Great
Great
Speckled Trout
Good
Good
Good
Great
Great
Great
Good
Good
Great
Great
Good
Good
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  • Get it while it's HOT!
  • This species is in play.
  • You might get lucky (as long as things are in-season).
  • Couldn't tell ya! (no data)

Techniques

Light Tackle Fishing
Live Bait Fishing

Types of Fishing

Inshore
Nearshore

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