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About Your Trip

Type

Deep Sea, Nearshore

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

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

About Your Trip

Join Captain Aaron for an offshore fishing adventure out of New Smyrna Beach and experience some of the productive waters surrounding Ponce Inlet. With more than 20 years of experience commercial fishing these local and offshore grounds, Captain Aaron focuses on creating fun, family-oriented fishing trips while putting his extensive local knowledge to work for every group that steps aboard.

Trips are available in several durations, allowing anglers to choose the experience that best fits their goals. The 6-hour trips focus on nearshore and offshore waters up to roughly 15 miles offshore, offering opportunities for trolling, bottom fishing, and seasonal cobia sight fishing along the beaches. The 8-hour trips venture farther offshore to fish deeper water and target a wider variety of reef and wreck species. For anglers looking to maximize their time on the water, the 10-hour and 12-hour trips reach deeper offshore ledges and Gulf Stream waters where some of the area's most sought-after species roam.

Depending on the season and conditions, potential catches include Amberjack, Cobia, Gag Grouper, Scamp Grouper, King Mackerel, Sailfish, Wahoo, Mangrove Snapper, Vermilion Snapper, Lane Snapper, Blacktip Sharks, and other offshore species. Techniques may include trolling, bottom fishing, jigging, spinning, and deep-water fishing depending on the day's target species and conditions.

You'll fish aboard a fully restored 26' Dusky Pilothouse, a boat known for providing more shade and a drier ride than many vessels of similar size. Equipped with modern electronics, GPS, fish-finding technology, a live bait well, and all required safety equipment, the boat is designed to keep anglers comfortable while exploring offshore waters.

All rods, reels, tackle, live bait, lures, fishing licenses, and fish cleaning are included. Whether you're an experienced offshore angler or introducing your family to saltwater fishing for the first time, Captain Aaron works hard to create a safe, enjoyable, and memorable day on the water.

Amenities

Type

Deep Sea, 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.

Live Bait

Live bait is included for this trip.

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 small children.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled up to 3 days before the trip.

Boat Restroom

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

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

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Pricing Matrix

	6 hours	8 hours	10 hours	12 hours
1 Person	$800.00	$1,000.00	$1,200.00	$1,500.00
2 People	$800.00	$1,000.00	$1,200.00	$1,500.00
3 People	$800.00	$1,000.00	$1,200.00	$1,500.00
4 People	$800.00	$1,000.00	$1,200.00	$1,500.00
5 People	$800.00	$1,000.00	$1,200.00	$1,500.00
6 People	$800.00	$1,000.00	$1,200.00	$1,500.00

Pay 15% of the price as a deposit today, with the balance due on the day of the trip.

About Your Guide

Aaron D.

Independent Guide

About Your Guide

Aaron D.

Independent Guide

Captain Aaron brings over 20 years of commercial fishing experience on the local and offshore waters of Ponce Inlet to every trip he runs out of New Smyrna Beach. That kind of time on the water builds a level of knowledge that simply cannot be taught, and it shows in the way Captain Aaron reads conditions, finds fish, and puts his anglers in the right place at the right time. Fishing aboard his 26' Dusky Pilothouse, guests are in capable hands from the moment they leave the dock. More than anything, Captain Aaron is committed to creating fun, welcoming, family-oriented experiences on the water where every angler, regardless of age or experience level, leaves with a smile and a story worth telling.

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Start Location & Lodging Options

New Smyrna Beach, Florida

Areas Fished

Ponce Inlet

About Your Boat

Boat photo for Exciting Offshore Experience

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Boat Type: Pilothouse
Boat Manufacturer: Dusky
Boat Length: 26'
Boat Restroom: No

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Pilothouse
Boat Manufacturer: Dusky
Boat Length: 26'
Boat Restroom: No
Additional Amenities: GPS Fishfinder Live bait well

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Trip Details & Amenities

Type

Deep Sea, 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.

Live Bait

Live bait is included for this trip.

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 small children.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled up to 3 days before the trip.

Boat Restroom

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

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

Target Species

Color-coded seasonality below is based on .

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You might get lucky (as long as things are in-season).
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Techniques

Everything Else to Know

Everything 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 3 days before the trip and receive credit back to your account. Cancelling within 3 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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Captain Experiences is home to thousands of quality, vetted fishing, hunting, and other outdoor sports guides across the US and beyond. Our mission is to Unlock the Outdoors by making it quick and easy to book the trip of a lifetime every time with our Damn Good Guides.

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.

After booking your trip, we'll connect you directly with your guide to discuss additional details. In the meantime, our team is here to answer any questions via email, text, or phone.