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Inshore Fishing Charter in New Orleans

All-Inclusive Chandeleur Islands

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1 - 24 People From $500
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Inshore, Nearshore, Flats Fishing Charter near New Orleans

Full Day Fishing Trip

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23 ft 1 - 8 People From $850

Top Species for Wading in New Orleans

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Target Species in New Orleans

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Inshore Fishing Charter near New Orleans

Speckled Trout & Redfish Full Day

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24 ft 1 - 4 People From $600
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Inshore Fishing Charter near New Orleans

Full Day Inshore

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25 ft 1 - 4 People From $800
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Inshore Fishing Charter near New Orleans

3/4 Day Fishing - 24’ Skeeter

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24 ft 1 - 5 People From $850
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Inshore Fishing Charter near New Orleans

Saint Bernard Artificials Trip

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24 ft 1 - 4 People From $900
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Inshore, Flats Fishing Charter in New Orleans

Hopedale Redfish On The Fly

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Inshore Fishing Charter near New Orleans

Inshore Spin Fishing

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26 ft 1 - 10 People From $750
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Inshore, Lake Fishing Charter near New Orleans

Fly Fishing Trip

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Inshore, Lake Fishing Charter near New Orleans

Lake Ponchartrain Lunkers

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24 ft 1 - 4 People From $600
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Inshore, Flats Fishing Charter in New Orleans

Exploring The Louisiana Marsh

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24 ft 1 - 5 People From $525
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Inshore, Nearshore, Flats Fishing Charter near New Orleans

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26 ft 1 - 10 People From $750
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Inshore, Flats Fishing Charter near New Orleans

New Orleans Fishing Excursion

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22 ft 1 - 5 People From $500
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Inshore, Flats Fishing Charter in New Orleans

New Orleans Shallow Water Slam

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23 ft 1 - 5 People From $850

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Everything to Know About Booking a New Orleans wading charter

What are the best wading charters in New Orleans?

The best wading charters in New Orleans are:

Why should I book a wading charter in New Orleans with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 1 wading trip in New Orleans: All-Inclusive Chandeleur Islands guided by Ron.

Our guides in New Orleans are rated a 4.2 out of 5 based on 3716 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 kid friendly wading guides / fishing lessons in New Orleans? Check out our beginner and family friendly wading guides in New Orleans.

What types of wading charters are common in New Orleans?

Inshore fishing is the most popular type of fishing for wading in New Orleans as well as flats fishing and nearshore fishing.

The most commonly sought after species for wading in New Orleans are: 1. red snapper, 2. redfish, 3. speckled trout, 4. tripletail, and 5. sheepshead.

How much do New Orleans wading fishing charters cost?

Prices for wading in New Orleans can range anywhere from about $1,000 to $9,000, but the average price for a full day trip for wading in New Orleans is $4,124.

Is booking a fishing guide worth the money?

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

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

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 on a wading charter in New Orleans?

The most popular season to go on a wading charter in New Orleans is summer, and most anglers book their trips 0 days in advance.

Do I need a New Orleans fishing license and what are the bag limits in New Orleans?

See here for more information on fishing licenses in New Orleans, bag limits for target species, and fishing season regulations in New Orleans. When in doubt, your fishing guide will always know the right rules and regulations in New Orleans.

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Jace was awesome. Communicated well, was right on time, and took us right to the fish. Definitely recommend.

    Eli P. | March 25, 2024

    Trip: Full Day Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Had an awesome time! Highly recommend!

    James P. | October 7, 2023

    Trip: Full Day Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Jace is a great captain, he knew exactly where the fish were and we had non stop action. We went on a MEAT HUNT.

    Brad G. | June 12, 2023

    Trip: Full Day Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Jace is an awesome captain. He knows where the fish are. He made it a great experience for my wife and I. I highly recommend him for and fishing you plan to do.

    Erik C. | February 23, 2023

    Trip: Full Day Fishing Trip

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