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Inshore, River, Flats in Jacksonville

World Class Fishing!

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18 ft 1 - 6 People From $550
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Fishing in Destin
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Boat Cruise, Dolphin Watching, Sunset Cruise in St. Augustine

Saint Augustine Private Boat Tours

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23 ft 1 - 6 People From $375

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Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in Jacksonville

6 Hour Nearshore/ Offshore

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25 ft 1 - 6 People From $495
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Inshore, Flats Fishing in Jacksonville

4 Hour Inshore Fishing

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Inshore, River, Flats in Jacksonville Beach

Jacksonville Flats On Light Tackle

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Inshore, River, Flats in Jacksonville

Full Day Or Half-day Inshore Trip

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Inshore, Jetty, River in Jacksonville

Two For Fishing The Tide

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Inshore, Nearshore Fishing in Jacksonville

Jacksonville Mixed Bag

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Inshore, Flats Fishing in Jacksonville

Jacksonville Rod-Bender

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Inshore Fishing in Jacksonville

Morning Or Midnight Blitz

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Inshore, Nearshore Fishing in Atlantic Beach

Half And 3/4 Day - 25’ SeaCat

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Deep Sea Fishing in Atlantic Beach

12 Hour Blue Water - 25' SeaCat

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25 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,800
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Deep Sea Fishing in Atlantic Beach

Full Or Extended Day - 25’ SeaCat

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25 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,100
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Inshore, Deep Sea, Nearshore in Jacksonville

Jacksonville Fishing Trip

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Everything to Know About Booking a Jacksonville manatee tours charter

What are the best manatee charters in Jacksonville?

The best manatee charters in Jacksonville are:

Why should I book a manatee charter in Jacksonville with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 2 private manatee trips in Jacksonville, and the most popular trips in the area are World Class Fishing! guided by Ron and Saint Augustine Private Boat Tours guided by Elio.

Our guides in Jacksonville are rated a 5 out of 5 based on 9485 verified reviews on Captain Experiences.

All guides on Captain Experiences are 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.

Looking for private kid friendly manatee trips in Jacksonville? Check out our beginner and family friendly manatee trips in Jacksonville.

What types of manatee charters are common in Jacksonville?

How much do Jacksonville manatee tours charters cost?

Prices for manatee in Jacksonville can range anywhere from about $550 to $1,330, but the average price for a half day trip for manatee in Jacksonville is $767. The average price for a full day trip for manatee in Jacksonville is $1,033.

Is booking a guide worth the money?

Hiring a guide provides a number of benefits and many choose to book a guide for a combination of experience, local knowledge, convenience, and cost-effectiveness.

Working with experienced guides who know the best local spots and techniques can dramatically increase your odds of a great day. Having someone who is in the wild every day and knows the area like the back of their hand is going to give you the best chances of having a great trip.

Booking a guide is also more cost effective, especially if you only get out a handful of times per year. When you consider all of the costs you would incur on your own such as the price of a boat, maintenance, insurance, gas, high-quality gear and tackle, repairs, and more, you’ll find that DIY is sometimes not worth the expense.

Even if you’ve got a great setup already in your home waters, booking a guide also provides a great opportunity to experience new techniques, new locations, or even a chance at a new target species to knock off the bucket list.

What month is best for manatee trips in Jacksonville?

The most popular season for manatee trips in Jacksonville is fall, and most people book their trips 19 days in advance.

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Ron was absolutely awesome and made our trip more than worth while!!

    Jenna B. | August 29, 2026

    Trip: World Class Fishing!

  • ★★★★★
    One of the best days of fishing I've had in a long time. Daughters first charter and she had a blast. Capt Ron was amazing with her. Must of had 60 fish between the 3 of us. Can't wait to do it again.

    Lance W. | July 21, 2026

    Trip: World Class Fishing!

  • ★★★★★
    Had a great time lots of fish Will book again

    George S. | February 9, 2026

    Trip: World Class Fishing!

  • ★★★★★
    Very professional and fun. Also, this was our second trip with him.

    Mimi H. | March 20, 2025

    Trip: World Class Fishing!

  • ★★★★★
    Ron, made light of some difficult fishing conditions to ensure that i went home with a huge smile on my face after a really decent haul of a great variety of fish. He was flexible, charming and a delight to spend a day with - a day i shall treasure for some time to come.

    Marcus B. | September 29, 2023

    Trip: World Class Fishing!

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