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

Head up to 25 miles offshore with Captain David for an unforgettable fishing adventure in the waters of St. Augustine, FL! As a lifelong local, Captain David has spent years fishing, surfing, and scuba diving these waters, making him the perfect guide for your day on the ocean. Whether you’re an experienced angler or brand new to offshore fishing, he’ll tailor the trip to match your skills and goals, ensuring a fun and productive day on the water.

4-Hour Offshore Trip
This half-day trip is a great introduction to offshore fishing, offering a mix of trolling and bottom fishing depending on the season. In the summer, you’ll slow-troll live bait for King Mackerel, Cobia, Barracuda, and Sharks. In the fall, you’ll bottom fish for Seabass, Vermilion Snapper, Triggerfish, and Grouper. Whether you’re looking for a thrilling fight or tasty table fare, this trip has something for everyone!

6-Hour Offshore Trip
For those looking to venture further offshore and maximize their time on the water, this trip gives you even more opportunities to target bigger fish. You’ll troll for King Mackerel, Cobia, Barracuda, and Sharks, or drop lines to the reef for Grouper, Snapper, Seabass, and other prized bottom species. With extra time to chase the bite, this trip is perfect for anglers who want nonstop action and a shot at landing something truly special.

What’s Included & What to Bring
Captain David provides top-quality rods, reels, tackle, bait, and all necessary fishing licenses, so all you need to bring is your food, drinks, sunscreen, and weather-appropriate clothing.

Whether you’re chasing trophy Kingfish, wrestling a Cobia, or loading up on delicious Snapper, Captain David is ready to put you on the fish. Book your offshore adventure today and experience the thrill of fishing St. Augustine’s rich waters!

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.

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 kids.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled up to 14 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

	4 Hours
1 Person	$650.00
2 People	$650.00
3 People	$650.00
4 People	$650.00
5 People	$850.00
6 People	$850.00

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

David B.

Independent Guide

Veteran

Talkative

Beginner Oriented

Laid-back

Instructional

Comfortable

Quality

Charter fishing since 1999, born and raised in St. Augustine Fl. Veteran ( US Navy). Retired form Northrup Grumman, as an avionics tech 30 years. Have a new Pathfinder 2400 Open great inshore or offshore boat. Got into charter fishing working out of a local bait shop. While still working at Northrup Grumman. Family’s and hard core fishermen are welcome

About Your Guide

David B.

Independent Guide

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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

70 lb cobia

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

Hamburgers

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

70 lb cobia

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

Hamburgers

What’s your favorite band?

Jethro Tull, Toby Keith

What’s your favorite movie?

Band of Brothers

What’s your favorite sports team?

UF Gators

What’s your drink of choice?

Beer

What was your last halloween costume?

Don’t remember long time ago

What do you want for Christmas this year?

Health

How did you get started guiding?

Some friends were guides they helped me

What makes you different from other guides?

Super friendly and it’s all about having fun!

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Start Location & Lodging Options

St. Augustine, Florida

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Center Console
Boat Manufacturer: Pathfinder 2400 Open
Year Built: 2024
Boat Length: 24'

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Center Console
Boat Manufacturer: Pathfinder 2400 Open
Year Built: 2024
Boat Length: 24'
Boat Restroom: No
Engine Manufacturer: Yamaha
Total Horsepower: 300
Number of Engines: 1
Additional Amenities: you can expect the following amenities onboard: GPS Garmin and Epirb Fishfinder Garmin Live Bait Well 2 live wells 40 gal , 20 gal Wireless Trolling Motor Ice Box Ice chest ,bottled water.

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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.

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 kids.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled up to 14 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

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

Artificial Lure Fishing
Bottom Fishing
Cut Bait Fishing
Jigging
Light Tackle Fishing
Live Bait Fishing
Trolling

Everything Else to Know

All rods, reels, and tackle are included, but we also recommend bringing sunglasses, sunscreen, weather-appropriate clothing, and any gear of your own you want to use 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.

Reviews

5.0

based on 2 reviews

Teresa

Verified Review

May 15

We had a great trip with David! He was great about communicating with us before the trip and we had a great time on the water!

Teresa

Verified Review

May 15

We had a great trip with David! He was great about communicating with us before the trip and we had a great time on the water!

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Everett

Verified Review

March 14

David is the man! Friendly, fun, works well with the other guides and knows the spots. Got some fish, had a good day on the water and highly recommend.

Everett

Verified Review

March 14

David is the man! Friendly, fun, works well with the other guides and knows the spots. Got some fish, had a good day on the water and highly recommend.

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Trip: St. Augustine Inshore Trip

Response from David:

Everett,JJ, and X were great, fun to fish with. We had a super calm ocean which is always a plus and the fish bit pretty good too! Thanks again, Capt. David

Response from David:

Everett,JJ, and X were great, fun to fish with. We had a super calm ocean which is always a plus and the fish bit pretty good too!
Thanks again, Capt. David

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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.

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.