Guide:

About Your Trip

Water Type

Inshore

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

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

About Your Trip

This trip we will cover everything from how to cast, bait, and locate fish. Rio will teach you new techniques and will also educate you on why they work.

Rio will always do everything he can to ensure you have a successful day but, please be mindful you are indeed Fishing and conditions will vary day to day.

Rio will not tell you what you want to hear just to take your money. He works very hard so you can enjoy your leisure time.

Sunrise trips are also available (just select the 6 or 7am start time). These trips start out on the sand and surf at twilight. One of the best parts of the area is the serenity of watching a beautiful sunrise over the Atlantic. Generally this is when the best fishing will start becoming active as the water starts to warm up and fish cruise the beaches taking advantage of the visibility.

Amenities

Water Type

Inshore

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.

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 kids.

Disability Friendly

This trip can accommodate those with disabilities.

Flexible Cancelation

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

Waders

Wader rentals are not available.

Boat Restroom

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

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

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Pricing Matrix

	4 Hours
1 Person	$400.00
2 People	$400.00
3 People	$450.00
4 People	$500.00
5 People	$550.00
6 People	$600.00

Pay $150 as a deposit today, with the balance due on the day of the trip.

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You're in good hands

Book your trip with confidence — We only work with the best local guides that know where to put you on fish.

About Your Guide

Rio S.

Independent Guide

Talkative

Laid-back

Instructional

Beginner Oriented

Comfortable

Quality

Rio is an experience surf fisherman whose favorite species to target from the sand would be pompano and whiting using specialty rigs. Big sharks on light tackle are a close second! When you book a trip with Rio, you are provided with all of the gear, which includes surf fishing combos, as well as light action lure and live bait setups. He'll always try 110% to provide you with an exceptional experience and a lifetime

About Your Guide

Rio S.

Independent Guide

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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

A 48” almost 50 pound Black Drum that was caught on video!

If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?

Fish Tacos with beans and rice.

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

A 48” almost 50 pound Black Drum that was caught on video!

If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?

Fish Tacos with beans and rice.

What’s your favorite band?

Anything Classic Rock, 70s music.

What’s your drink of choice?

Water

How did you get started guiding?

Love for the water and wanting to share the experience with others.

What makes you different from other guides?

Our sheer willingness to succeed and satisfy our clients.

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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.

Melbourne Beach, Florida

Areas Fished

Melbourne Beach
Sebastian Inlet
Cocoa Beach

Trip Details & Amenities

Water Type

Inshore

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.

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 kids.

Disability Friendly

This trip can accommodate those with disabilities.

Flexible Cancelation

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

Waders

Wader rentals are not available.

Boat Restroom

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

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).
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Techniques

Artificial Lure Fishing
Bottom Fishing
Cut Bait Fishing
Light Tackle Fishing
Live Bait Fishing
Surf Fishing
Wading

Everything Else to Know

Long sleeve shirts, sunglasses, hats and sunscreen, a snack or drink is optional. *Bottled Waters are provided.

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.

Reviews

5.0

based on 1 review

Denise

Verified Review

February 24

We recommend this outing to all. Couldn't have asked for a better experience. Our grandkids loved it and would like to do it again.

Denise

Verified Review

February 24

We recommend this outing to all. Couldn't have asked for a better experience. Our grandkids loved it and would like to do it again.

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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, bait, 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.