About Your Trip

Water 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

If you’re looking to introduce your little ones to the thrill of saltwater fishing without the long hours or rough seas, Captain Carlos has the perfect trip for you. His 3-Hour Family Special is built from the ground up with families in mind—especially those with smaller kids who are eager to catch their first fish and have some fun on the water!

Running out of Holiday, FL, this nearshore adventure takes place just a few miles offshore in calm, protected waters teeming with hungry fish. You’ll be targeting family-friendly species like Grunt, Mangrove Snapper, Flounder, and Black Seabass—plenty of action and just the right size for younger anglers to handle with ease.

Captain Carlos runs his trips aboard a comfortable 30’ sportfisher that’s fully equipped to keep the whole crew happy. There’s a shaded deck to stay cool, a clean restroom onboard (always a plus with kids!), and even Bluetooth speakers so you can crank up your favorite playlist while you fish. The boat is federally permitted, which means access to both nearshore and deep sea waters, but for this family trip, you'll stay close to land where the water is calm and the fishing is steady.

Tackle, bait, and all fishing gear are fully provided, so no need to bring a thing except your favorite snacks and drinks (beer’s welcome, just no glass). Captain Carlos uses a mix of bottom fishing, jigging, drift fishing, and light tackle to keep things exciting and easy to learn—perfect for beginners and younger kids who want to get their lines tight fast.

With trip times available every hour from 9 AM to 3 PM, this is a super flexible option for families looking to squeeze in a fun outing during their beach vacation. And when you bring home a cooler full of fresh fish, Captain Carlos will even clean your catch for you at the dock.

So whether it’s your kids' first cast or you’re just looking for a low-key, memory-making afternoon on the water, hop aboard with Captain Carlos for a fun-filled, kid-approved day of fishing!

Amenities

Water 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.

Music

You can play your own bluetooth music.

Boat Restroom

This boat has a restroom.

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 14 days before the trip.

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

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Pricing Matrix

	3 hours
1 Person	$600.00
2 People	$600.00
3 People	$600.00
4 People	$600.00
5 People	$600.00
6 People	$600.00

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

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About Your Guide

Carlos B.

Independent Guide 37 years of exp.

Talkative

Instructional

Beginner Oriented

Comfortable

I've been fishing my entire life and its a passion that never goes away. Originally from New Jersey, I have been in Florida for over 10 years now the fishing here is incredible. My team here will always put 100 percent into making sure your day out with us will have memories that last forever. We love catching fish because catching is way more fun than fishing!!

About Your Guide

Carlos B.

Independent Guide 37 years of exp.

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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

475lb swordfish

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

Prime Rib

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

475lb swordfish

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

Prime Rib

What’s your favorite band?

What’s your favorite movie?

Step brothers

What’s your drink of choice?

Diet peach Snapple

How did you get started guiding?

Longtime dream of mine

What makes you different from other guides?

I treat everyone with respect and treat everyone as if I’ve know them for many years.

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Start Location & Lodging Options

Holiday, Florida

Areas Fished

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Sportfisher
Boat Manufacturer: Baha cruiser
Year Built: 2005
Boat Length: 30'

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Sportfisher
Boat Manufacturer: Baha cruiser
Year Built: 2005
Boat Length: 30'
Boat Restroom: Yes
Engine Manufacturer: Suzuki
Total Horsepower: 600
Number of Engines: 2

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Trip Details & Amenities

Water 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.

Music

You can play your own bluetooth music.

Boat Restroom

This boat has a restroom.

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 14 days before the trip.

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

Target Species

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

Bottom Fishing
Drift Fishing
Jigging
Light Tackle Fishing
Live Bait Fishing

Everything Else to Know

We take care of everything except food and drinks besides waters which we have onboard

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.

Reviews

5.0

based on 2 reviews

Stephen

Verified Review

March 7

Great 3 hour charter with Captain Jeremy & Hunter! Took my son and two grandsons (8 & almost 6) out. The guys were great and removed the fish from our lines and baited our hooks. We caught about 60 Grey Snappers, a few Puffer Fish and a few Sea Bass! Overall a great day! Going again at the end of the month with my daughter & son-in-law! Highly recommend these guys.

Stephen

Verified Review

March 7

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Daniel

Verified Review

February 10

Perfect weather, great fishing. Friendly Capt. Carlos and mate Jeromy. Absolutely the best.
We will be back for more fishing with Capt. Carlos

Daniel

Verified Review

February 10

Perfect weather, great fishing. Friendly Capt. Carlos and mate Jeromy. Absolutely the best.
We will be back for more fishing with Capt. Carlos

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