Atlantic Beach Fishing Charters

Scott has been the captain of the Pipe Dream II since 2011, when he started full time as a boat captain. Growing up on the water and purchasing his first boat when he was only 17, he is a born fisherman and knows the waters like no one else. Scott has won several tournaments, including the Amelia Island Blue Island Shootout, the greater Jacksonville King Fish Tournament and several others along the way. He finds his joy in watching others catch all different kinds of fish, including Red Snapper, Grouper, Sea Bass, Tuna, and others. He is currently licensed for 6 anglers, plus his first mate. There is never a day that he does not want to go to work! His passion is on the sea and he wants to make sure that he can share a little bit of that with everyone that steps on his boat! Read More

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

We offer these afternoon trips for our clients that aren't early morning clients. Your Safety is our number one concern at Tannic Water Adventures. We operate a 100% Drug Free Vessel. Upon boarding our Captain will give a safety brief and ensure everyone is properly situated and ready for a trip of a lifetime. Beginners or experienced anglers will enjoy learning techniques like sight casting redfish, deep water jigging, live bait presentation , and proper casting. We do not have subcontracted Captains and you will be fishing with the Owner and Operator Captain Austin a Jacksonville Native for over 42 years. We will take in all the beautiful natural wonders the St. John's River has to offer along with wrestling big river fish on light tackle. Your catch will be cleaned and ready to enjoy as a tasty treat afterwards. Experience Gateway to Florida with Tannic Water Adventures. Read More

Captain Charlie is a true angler's angler, a purist flyfisherman and light tackle specialist who has devoted his life to mastering the art of spotting, stalking, and catching gamefish in shallow water. He lives for great hooksets, hard fights on light gear, and seeing the expressions on his clients' faces when they catch their personal best Redfish or Snook on a flyrod. Make no mistake—a trip with Captain Charlie is not for every angler. As he says, "If you plan on filling up your cooler with fish, I am not the guide for you. If you want to anchor up, crack open a beverage and soak baits on the bottom, I am also not the guide for you. I will be happy to refer you to other guides who specialize in these types of fishing." However, if you're intent on catching amazing fish on the fly or on light tackle, and are willing to stand on the bow and make it happen, then there's no better guide. Get out there on the skinny water and strap in for the trip of a lifetime! This trip is strictly catch-and-release; Charlie does everything he can to respect the resource, and fish will be treated with care. However, you won't leave empty-handed—he's an expert in "CPR" or "catch, picture, release" fishing and you'll head home with some amazing images capturing your success. Read More

Hop on board with Captain David and prepare for an action-packed day of fishing the flats! The clear water in the Jacksonville inshore makes it the perfect spot to do some fly and light-tackle fishing. On this 4 to 8-hour trip, Captain David will take you close-by off the coast of Jacksonville beach where you can expect to target Black Drum, Flounder, Redfish, and Speckled Trout. Captain David has been guiding anglers in Florida for over 20 years now, so get ready to catch some fish! To attract these picture-worthy fish you'll be using a lightweight rod to cast exactly where the fish are swimming. Captain David is happy to demonstrate proper fly-fishing fundamentals to newcomers, or to provide experienced fly fishers with some expert tips. If you opt for light tackle, David will get you set up with the perfect bait or lure for your target species! Captain David fishes aboard a 19' Bay Craft skiff boat, equipped with a Fishfinder, Live Bait Well, Wireless Trolling Motor, and an Ice Box to store your catches. A large casting area at the front of the boat makes it perfect for some uninterrupted casts. This vessel is sure to get you where you need to be in the Jacksonville inshores. Captain David will provide all rods, reels, and tackle. All you need is a valid Florida fishing license as well as any food or drinks you might need. Come aboard and catch some fish! Read More

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

Get ready for a full fun-packed day of nonstop action explore the nearshore and offshore waters off St. Augustine with Captain Dalton! On this trip, you will be venturing out to the deeper water while staying within sight of the shoreline. While trolling, Mackerel is a big catch but you never know what species will get excited and come up to whack your bait! Captain Dalton will also show you how to hook into a myriad of Snapper and Grouper species while dropping your line onto the nearshore reefs. Captain Dalton will provide all the rods, reels, tackle, bait, and fishing licenses for your adventure so all he recommends you bring are your favorite snacks and drinks, your weather-appropriate clothing, and some sunglasses. Read More

The estuaries of St Augustine hold some of the best inshore fishing in the world. Redfish, Trout, Flounder, and Sheepshead all call this beautiful place home. Inshore fishing is available year-round. Bruiser Cobia, and smoker Kings are in the area most of the year as well. Usually just a couple miles offshore. For these Captain's Choice Trips, Captain Adam will take the weather and seasonal considerations into account to decide whether trolling the nearshore waters for a Cobia, Mackerel, Bull Red combo or sticking inshore to catch Redfish, Flounder, Trout, and Sheepshead will yield better results. He is also willing to take your goals and preferences for the day into consideration as well, but be warned weather can be a serious limiting factor for offshore fishing. No matter what the captain and you decide, the ride out is in a state-of-the-art, whisper-quiet boat, aptly named Reel Adrenaline.  You can sip your coffee, and talk at a normal voice.  No smelly diesel fumes, or load engines to spoil your trip.  The boat has a bow with a Carolina flair, making it the driest ride in the ocean. State-of-the-art electronics paired with Captain Adam's lifetime of saltwater fishing experience means you will go home with sore arms and big smiles. The fishing gear is likewise state of the art and compact. No broomstick-sized rods, and clunky reels on this vessel.  Every consideration has been made to make your angling the experience of a lifetime.  Welcome aboard! Read More

Head out for a trip to remember as you venture off the coast of St. Augustine with Captain Troy! On this 6 to 8-hour fishing trip you'll be aboard a comfortable 28' Seafox sportfisher that can go up to 60 knots, capable of doing some intense trolling or getting you to a bottom fishing spot in a hurry. Trolling the open waters can produce hard fighting species like Cobia, Amberjacks, Kings (King Mackerel), Wahoo, Sailfish, Mahi, Jack Crevalle, Tripletails and even Sharks. Trolling trips are great because the boat and the knowledge of your captain take care of half the work for you. You get to sit back, relax, enjoy the sweet sea breeze, and rest your arms while you wait for the reel to start screaming and your work to begin. Bottom fishing changes the target species to an entirely different set of fish. You can expect delicious and hard-fighting reef species here; massive Goliath Grouper, amazing Trigger fish and the ever popular Red Snapper are just a few of the species encountered by anglers in St Augustine for as long as fishermen have been reeling fish in from the ocean bottom. No matter the technique Captain Troy simply thinks like a fish and will show you how to hook into them. You won't be surprised to hear that he has won half the fly fishing tournaments he's been in. Don't worry about not being prepared, as everything you need for a successful fishing adventure will be on board, including a bathroom. Captain Troy supplies all bait, tackle, gear and fishing licenses. All you need to bring is appropriate clothing for Florida's climate and polarized glasses. Read More

Get ready to reel in some exciting and delicious fish species off Jacksonville, FL! With Captain Joe at the helm, you'll be targeting Vermillion Snapper, Triggerfish, Cobia, Kingfish, and Grouper. These are all a blast to catch, and taste great on the grill as well. Captain Joe is an experienced angler who knows the waters around Jacksonville like the back of his hand. He'll take you to the hottest fishing spots where these prized fish are waiting to be caught. Vermillion Snapper (known as Mingos) and Triggerfish can be found in abundance around the wrecks and reefs off the coast of Jacksonville. These feisty fish put up a strong fight and are prized for their firm, white flesh. Cobia are known for their aggressive strikes and impressive size, making them a thrilling catch for any angler. Kingfish, on the other hand, are lightning-fast swimmers that will test your skills and endurance. And the Grouper lurking in the underwater structures are some of the most challenging and rewarding fish to catch. With Captain Joe's expert guidance and top-of-the-line equipment, you'll be well-prepared to take on these fish. He knows all the tricks of the trade and will be with you every step of the way to help you land your trophy catch. When you finally bring your catch aboard, Captain Joe can even clean and fillet it for you to take home and enjoy. So whether you're an experienced angler or a beginner, a day out on the water with Captain Joe is an adventure you won't want to miss. Book your trip today and get ready for some of the best fishing off the coast of Jacksonville! Read More

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