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About Your Trip

Water Type

Inshore, Nearshore, Flats

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

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

About Your Trip

Hop on board with Captain John and prepare for an action-packed day of inshore Gulf fishing! Located right on the Louisiana marshes, Venice is home to some of the most extensive and productive inshore waters around.

On this full-day trip, Captain John will cruise you through the inshore flats and shallow waters where you'll be targeting exciting inshore species such as Black Drum, Flounder, Redfish, Sheepshead, and Speckled Trout. You'll be targeting these fish by drift fishing and using light tackle and artificial lures. No matter your skill level, Captain John will show you some expert tips to help get one on the line!

You'll be fishing aboard a 24' Gravois center console with enough room for 4 anglers. Powered by a 300 HP Yamaha engine, this vessel will traverse the inshore Venice waters with ease! She comes complete with GPS, Fishfinder, a Live Bait Well, a Wireless Trolling Motor, and an Ice Box to store your catches.

Captain John will provide all rods, reels, tackle and ice for drinks and fish. All you need to bring is a Louisiana fishing license. There’s a cooler on board with water, but feel free to bring own drinks and snacks as well. Book your trip today and get ready to catch some fish!

Amenities

Water Type

Inshore, Nearshore, Flats

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Lodging

Lodging is included for an additional fee.

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.

Location

This guide can be flexible with the departure location.

Weather

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

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to small children.

Disability Friendly

This trip can accommodate those with disabilities.

Languages

English

Boat Restroom

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

Flexible Cancelation

The deposit for this trip is non-refundable.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

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Pricing Matrix

	8 hours
1 Person	$1,000.00
2 People	$1,000.00
3 People	$1,100.00
4 People	$1,200.00
5 People (two boats)	$2,200.00
6 People (two boats)	$2,200.00
7 People (two boats)	$2,400.00
8 People (two boats)	$2,400.00

Pay $300 as a deposit today, with the balance due on the day of the trip.

About Your Guide

John D.

Independent Guide

Laid-back

Instructional

Quantity

Beginner Oriented

Adventurous

Talkative

If you're looking for a knowledgable local guide, Captain John is the one for you! He was born and raised in Venice and grew up fishing the bayous and coastal waters. Living his dream running a fishing charter company, he loves getting to meet new people and making their day with an exciting catch!

Whether you want to target some exciting inshore species in his 24' Gravois center console or chase after big game offshore...

About Your Guide

John D.

Independent Guide

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Start Location & Lodging Options

Your guide can be flexible with your start location.

You can work with your guide after booking to set a more specific start location in the area.

The lodging below offered by John is not included in the cost of your trip. Please let us know in the "notes" section during checkout if you'd like to stay, or see the map below for other hotels and VRBOs in the area.

Lodge photo for Full Day Inshore - 24' Gravois

Venice, Louisiana

About Your Boat

Boat photo for Full Day Inshore - 24' Gravois

Boat Type: Bay Boat
Boat Manufacturer: Gravois
Boat Length: 24'
Boat Restroom: No

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Bay Boat
Boat Manufacturer: Gravois
Boat Length: 24'
Boat Restroom: No
Engine Manufacturer: Yamaha
Total Horsepower: 300
Number of Engines: 1
Additional Amenities: GPS, Fishfinder, Live Bait Well, Wireless Trolling Motor, Ice Box

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Trip Details & Amenities

Water Type

Inshore, Nearshore, Flats

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Lodging

Lodging is included for an additional fee.

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.

Location

This guide can be flexible with the departure location.

Weather

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

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to small children.

Disability Friendly

This trip can accommodate those with disabilities.

Languages

English

Boat Restroom

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

Flexible Cancelation

The deposit for this trip is non-refundable.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

Target Species

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Techniques

Artificial Lure Fishing
Drift Fishing
Fly Fishing
Light Tackle Fishing
Live Bait Fishing
Sight Casting
Topwater Fishing

Everything Else to Know

There’s also a cooler on board with water, but feel free to bring own drinks and snacks as well. Rods, reels & tackle included.

You'll need to buy a fishing license before getting out there. Find out more about licenses here.

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%).

The deposit for this trip is non-refundable except for weather-related cancellations. 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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First Time Booking with Us?

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.