Cocoa Beach Fishing Charters

NEW Merritt Island, FL 1 - 12 People 3 Hours From $250 Trip #10441
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About Your Trip

Water Type

Inshore, River, Flats

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

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

There’s a fish with your name on it in Cocoa Beach and Fishing in Captain Tom will help you catch it! Your guide for the day is Captain Tom, which allows you to benefit from years of local experience.

You’re likely to fish for Redfish, Snook, Tarpon, Spotted Seatrout, and more with any luck. You can expect to do some light tackle fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area.

Young ones are welcome,...

About Your Trip

There’s a fish with your name on it in Cocoa Beach and Fishing in Captain Tom will help you catch it! Your guide for the day is Captain Tom, which allows you to benefit from years of local experience.

You’re likely to fish for Redfish, Snook, Tarpon, Spotted Seatrout, and more with any luck. You can expect to do some light tackle fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area.

Young ones are welcome, so get ‘em offline and onto the water! Children must wear life vests, so find out if the appropriate size is available on board. Feel free to bring your own snacks so that nobody gets cranky on an empty belly!

Capt. Tom welcomes you aboard a 22’ Cobia bay boat with capacity for 4 passengers. It comes with all the essentials. Rods and reels are supplied for you, and sure to ask about bait and lures as well.

You will need to buy a local fishing license before the trip. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain. Some species might be protected or require a tag to keep them, so make sure you know what to expect.

A few items to bring include sunblock (non-spray), and sunglasses. If you’d like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but you should avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

And that’s it! Your fishing trip with Fishing in Cocoa Beach is just a click away.
Amenities

Water Type

Inshore, River, Flats

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

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.

Disability Friendly

This trip can accommodate those with disabilities.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled up to 14 days before the trip.

Physicality

This trip requires an easy level of physical activity.

Fish Cleaning

No cleaning service provided.

Boat Restroom

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

Live Bait

Live bait is not used on this trip.

Kid Friendly

This trip is not suited for small children.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

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Pricing Matrix

3 hours
1 Person
$250.00
2 People
$300.00
3 People
$350.00
4 People
$400.00
5 People
$450.00
6 People
$500.00
7 People (two boats)
$800.00
8 People (two boats)
$800.00
9 People (two boats)
$900.00
10 People (two boats)
$900.00
11 People (two boats)
$1,000.00
12 People (two boats)
$1,000.00
Pay $100.0 as a deposit today, with the balance due on the day of the trip.
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About Your Guide

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Tom C.

Independent Guide
Laid-back
Beginner Oriented
Talkative
Hands-off
Comfortable
Quantity
My Dad was an ex surfer who pioneered Long Board Surfing in Cocoa Beach during the 60‘s. In the 1970’s we lived on the Banana River in Merritt Island just across from Cocoa Beach where he taught me how to flats fish. Back then Cocoa Beach was famous for huge Sea Trout and held the all tackle record. As a matter of fact... back then,it was known as the "Sea Trout Capital of the World"....

About Your Guide

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Tom C.

Independent Guide
My Dad was an ex surfer who pioneered Long Board Surfing in Cocoa Beach during the 60‘s. In the 1970’s we lived on the Banana River in Merritt Island just across from Cocoa Beach where he taught me how to flats fish. Back then Cocoa Beach was famous for huge Sea Trout and held the all tackle record. As a matter of fact... back then,it was known as the "Sea Trout Capital of the World". In the 50's and 60's the huge fake Trout sign sat boldly along the main road welcoming visitors as they made their way into town.

I was blessed to have grown up with the Banana River as my back yard and you can just image how often I used it as a play ground. My friends and I built forts and fished along it’s edge every day after school. I often think about how life trained me for this job... it’s like it was meant to be! I fondly remember my first fish caught off our old dock that faced the east shore line of Cocoa Beach. One of my favorite memories was looking down that dock from out at the end one Saturday morning back toward our house and realizing that the horse had made it's way down to us and was gnawing on my Dad's hood of his Pick Up Truck... I'll never forget him yelling at it.

However I did get side tracked early in life (even though I always knew I would be a Flats Fishing Guide one day)... Her Name Was GOLF!!!

I learned to play the game by sneaking my Grandfathers clubs while he took naps. My cousin Jimmy and I would create a short golf course on the side of the my Grandparents house. They had a one acre plot of land and only used half of it so the other 1/2 acre was our golf course. We had many great rounds of golf there until the day the dreaded inevitable had to happen... GOLF BALL IN THE LIVING ROOM... Yep went right through the window into the house. In the 1990’s golf was my life for about 10 years. Trying to one day reach the tour. I caddied for some of the greatest courses in the country and worked for one of the best golf retailers. But I always knew my love for Saltwater was greater and decided to give up my Tour Pro dreams to become a fishing guide. In 2002 I turned in the golf clubs and picked up a push pole. Along the way I’ve Managed the fishing program for the Ritz Carlton Orlando, Guided T.V. personalities for their fishing shows, taken famous people in the film industry, was also featured for my guiding in Magazines and on the Radio. My passion for this life is deep and I trust you will see that when I take you fishing.

I look forward to meeting you and showing you why I love it so much!

Captain Tom
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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
tarpon
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
pizza

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
tarpon
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
pizza
What’s your favorite band?
to many to pick
What’s your favorite movie?
uncle buck
What’s your favorite sports team?
UCF Football
What’s your drink of choice?
ice tea
What was your last halloween costume?
don't remember
What do you want for Christmas this year?
million dollars
How did you get started guiding?
grew up on the water
What makes you different from other guides?
local knowledge
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Start Location & Lodging Options

Merritt Island, Florida
Areas Fished

About Your Boat

Boat photo for Cocoa Beach Fishing Charters
Boat photo for Cocoa Beach Fishing Charters
Boat Type
Bay Boat
Boat Manufacturer
cobia
Boat Length
21'
Boat Restroom
No

About Your Boat

Boat Type
Bay Boat
Boat Manufacturer
cobia
Boat Length
21'
Boat Restroom
No
Additional Amenities
trolling motor, dual 15 inch simrads
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Trip Details & Amenities

Water Type

Inshore, River, Flats

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

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.

Disability Friendly

This trip can accommodate those with disabilities.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled up to 14 days before the trip.

Physicality

This trip requires an easy level of physical activity.

Fish Cleaning

No cleaning service provided.

Boat Restroom

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

Live Bait

Live bait is not used on this trip.

Kid Friendly

This trip is not suited for small children.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

Target Species

Color-coded seasonality below is based on .
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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

  • Artificial Lure Fishing
  • Sight Casting
  • Topwater Fishing

Everything Else to Know

All gear and fishing license is included, but we also recommend bringing sunglasses, sunscreen, weather-appropriate clothing, and anything else you might want on the trip.
You're all set! You don't need to buy a license for this trip.
We use a cashless autopay system. We'll send you a boarding pass, and on the day of the trip, your guide will scan your boarding pass to automatically transfer the remaining balance. The only cash needed is to tip your guide (we recommend 20%).
Cancel for free up to 14 days before the trip and receive credit back to your account. Cancelling within 14 of the trip will forfeit your deposit to the guide. Day-of cancellations and no-shows will be charged the full balance of the trip to their card.
In the event of inclement weather you'll be covered by out 100% Weather Guarantee and will not lose your deposit.

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We vet our guides and only partner with the best of the best. Our guides do their very best to keep you safe, show you a great time, and send you home with a memorable experience shared with family and friends.
Once you've paid your deposit at checkout, we'll send you a QR Code boarding pass. Just show your guide your boarding pass on the day of the trip, they'll scan it, the remaining balance will transfer automatically, and you'll be all set to get out there. Just make sure you bring a cash tip for the guide!
In the event of inclement weather, our guides will check the conditions and make the final call on whether its safe to go on the trip. If they decide the trip needs to be postponed, we'll work closely with you to reschedule or provide a credit for the full deposit, which can be applied to any of our trips in the US and beyond.
Each trip's price is determined by the guide and reflects all associated costs. A significant factor in pricing is often the type of boat and the corresponding fuel expenses. Additional costs may include leases, marina or slip fees, and the expenses involved in providing and maintaining the necessary gear for your trip.
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