Sea Dancer Charters 

4.9
(360 reviews)
 
Federally permitted
 4870 Ocean Street, Jacksonville, FL 32233, United States–

Sea Dancer Charters 

Jacksonville, FL, United States
–
26 ft
5
4.9
(360 reviews)

Sea Dancer Charters offers deep sea and near coastal fishing off of NE Florida. Captain Dennis has over 50 years of local knowledge, and will provide a memorable trip for all, from the youngest angler to the seasoned veteran.

From the get- go you'll feel like a proper fisherman as you catch your own live bait! You might cast a net for pogies or use a sabiki rig for spanish sardines and cigar minnows, depending on what you will be going after during your trip.

You can expect to use Penn rods and reels, as well as a braided line. Captain Dennis knows that the equipment is dictated by the fish on the day, he is ready to fish combinations, with light tackle to heavy tackle and everything in between. You can expect a huge variety with Captain Dennis, from Redfish and Flounder to Snappers and Groupers, and even Sailfish, King Mackerels, Cobias (subject to season,) and Amberjacks. He is ready to fish if you are!

If you just want to spend your trip going after one species of fish, Captain Dennis is happy to cater to your needs and accommodate you. But the Sea Dance Charter is best for opportunistic fishing, seeing what's available and being ready to change your fishing technique at a moments notice to optimize on that.

Once the trip has been completed, you can expect to take home some of your catch, cleaned and filleted for your convenience. Please be aware that the catch to take home depends on which fisheries are open, as dictated by the Federal Fisheries.

Trips are normally set for 4 adults, but children from the age of 7 are more than welcome. They can accommodate any combination of adults and children totaling 5. For example, 2 adults and 3 children or 3 adults and 2 children.

This charter offers great flexibility. The fish can be unpredictable, the waters changing, but Captain Dennis is ready to match this, adapt to the conditions and ensure you have a great trip. Safety first, no matter the conditions. He looks forward to welcoming you aboard soon!

Sea Dancer Charters offers deep sea and near coastal fishing off of NE Florida. Captain Dennis has over 50 years of local knowledge, and will provide a memorable trip for all, from the youngest angler to the seasoned veteran.

From the get- go you'll feel like a proper fisherman as you catch your own live bait! You might cast a net for pogies or use a sabiki rig for spanish sardines and cigar minnows, depending on what you will be going after during your trip.

You can expect to use Penn rods and reels, as well as a braided line. Captain Dennis knows that the equipment is dictated by the fish on the day, he is ready to fish combinations, with light tackle to heavy tackle and everything in between. You can expect a huge variety with Captain Dennis, from Redfish and Flounder to Snappers and Groupers, and even Sailfish, King Mackerels, Cobias (subject to season,) and Amberjacks. He is ready to fish if you are!

If you just want to spend your trip going after one species of fish, Captain Dennis is happy to cater to your needs and accommodate you. But the Sea Dance Charter is best for opportunistic fishing, seeing what's available and being ready to change your fishing technique at a moments notice to optimize on that.

Once the trip has been completed, you can expect to take home some of your catch, cleaned and filleted for your convenience. Please be aware that the catch to take home depends on which fisheries are open, as dictated by the Federal Fisheries.

Trips are normally set for 4 adults, but children from the age of 7 are more than welcome. They can accommodate any combination of adults and children totaling 5. For example, 2 adults and 3 children or 3 adults and 2 children.

This charter offers great flexibility. The fish can be unpredictable, the waters changing, but Captain Dennis is ready to match this, adapt to the conditions and ensure you have a great trip. Safety first, no matter the conditions. He looks forward to welcoming you aboard soon!

Dennis Young
Captain
Dennis Young
54 years of experience
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4 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
US $500
Entire boat: up to 5 people
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4 hour trip starts at 12:00 PM
US $500
Entire boat: up to 5 people
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6 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
US $600
Entire boat: up to 5 people
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8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
US $800
Entire boat: up to 5 people
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Rating

4.9
360 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (898)

What anglers say

98%
Great experience
98%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
98%
Recommended
97%
Caught fish

Reviews (360)

  • Logan Henson
    Logan Henson
    us
    Florida, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Most Experienced Capitan Ever

    Half Day Trip (copy) on August 16, 2026 • 3 adults

    We started the day off slow not catching anything at the first spot. The capitan then took us to one of his many secret shipwreck spots. After about 15 minutes or so of not catching anything the capitan knew we needed to switch bait. He taught us how to catch the bait ourselves which was awesome. Then after hooking up the new kind of bait we caught 3 barracuda and 1 kingfish!!! They were the biggest fish I have ever caught and it was a great experience. Capitan Dennis was kind, respectful, and had many adventurous and funny stories. Once we got back to shore he filleted the fish for us so we could take it home to cook. Would highly recommend this charter!

  • Tara Barber
    Tara Barber
    us
    Alabama, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Day on the Water

    3/4 Day Trip on May 31, 2026 • 4 adults

    We had a great day with Captain Dennis! He taught us how to bottom fish, so we were very active the entire trip and enjoyed learning. We started the day trying to catch fish that we could keep, and caught a couple of sea bass. We also caught a spiny rockfish. After a couple of locations that we weren’t catching much, we moved to an area where we caught a lot of snapper. Every time we put bait in the water, we’d get a catch. We weren’t able to keep any, but it made for a really fun day! We appreciated that Captain Dennis was flexible and prioritized us having a good day with a lot of fish! He was great in teaching us the ropes, and always made sure we had bait on the line. We would go with Captain Dennis again!

  • Monica Matthew
    Monica Matthew
    us
    Illinois, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Absolutely an amazing trip!

    Half Day Trip on April 30, 2026 • 2 adults

    Captain Dennis gave us an amazing 4 hour charter filled with fantastic fishing and some history about the naval ships you see leaving and returning to the ramp. This was our first time offshore fishing and Captain Dennis explained to us what to expect and how to use the fishing equipment. We had so much fun! As the pictures show, Captain Dennis knows how to find the fish! He also observed a shrimp boat as we were heading back and followed them to show us the numerous dolphins following along enjoying scraps left in the shrimp boats wake. What a wonderful day! We will be back for another fishing adventure!

  • Trevor Portman
    Trevor Portman
    Repeat angler
    us
    Missouri, US
    Member since 2024
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Trip of a lifetime!

    Full Day Trip on September 12, 2026 • 3 adults

    We did an 8hr trip and it was incredible! Dennis is the best in the business! If you want to have an amazing trip and catch a ton of fish I would recommend booking this trip! We caught a bunch of barracuda, and then found some amberjack to put in the boat. Then we switched things up and caught seveal red snapper along with a giant shark! Dennis was the best captain, he took great care of us, was easy and fun to talk to, and made the trip that much more memorable!

  • Scott Gildner
    Scott Gildner
    Repeat angler
    us
    Michigan, US
    Member since 2025
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Excellent trip and we loved Captain Dennis

    3/4 Day Trip on April 1, 2026 • 4 adults

    We had a great time on April Fools day with Captain Dennis. I brought my son, wife, and sister with me from Michigan and the ladies had never fished before. Captain showed everybody what to do, we caught lots of amazing Red Snappers and had an awesome time. We think a couple of sharks got our lines too. Captain Dennis had lots of stories to tell and told us so much about the NAS at Mayport. He took us right out to an exact spot where there were fish. When the fishing ran cold, he moved us. He was always on the lookout to make sure we were catching fish. It was a beautiful day and I would recommend Captain Dennis for anyone at any experience level.

  • Ted Minnichbach
    Ted Minnichbach
    Repeat angler
    us
    Colorado, US
    Member since 2026
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Excellent Day on a 4 Hour Trip

    Half Day Trip (copy) on January 16, 2026 • 2 adults

    My son and I had a blast fishing with Capt. Dennis and Capt. Steve! Every time we dropped a line we either caught a fish or they took our bait. We caught plenty of Red Snapper, Sea Bass, and a Bull Redfish! Both Captains kept bait on our hooks and our lines in the water. They were very knowledgeable and told us about the area and the different seasons for fishing the Jacksonville area. Capt Dennis is great with kids and is an absolute legend. I would definitely book another trip when I get back to the area. Thanks again Capt. Dennis and Capt. Steve it was a great experience. Ted and Teddy

  • Hayes Templeton
    Hayes Templeton
    us
    Florida, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Experienced Captain

    3/4 Day Trip on November 15, 2025 • 4 adults • 1 child

    We are so thankful to have found Captain Dennis. He took me, my dad and my son out for Snapper and Sea Bass fishing today and it could not have been better. We caught fish non-stop which is never guaranteed but his wealth of experience will increase your odds of loading the boat. I can honestly say i would have had fun without the fish. He is so helpful and engaging i enjoyed spending a day on the water with him and my family regardless of the fish. It was my sons first trip offshore and i know he will never forget it. Torally worth every penny and so thankful to have met such a great fisherman, war hero and awesome dude. We are looking forward to fishing with him again and i highly recommend his services. Thank you Captain Dennis! It was a real pleasure.

  • Sergio Reyes
    Sergio Reyes
    us
    New York, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Denis is the man!

    Half Day Trip on April 25, 2026 • 5 adults • 2 children

    We had an awesome experience with Captain Denis! We booked a charter and had a great time catching plenty of redfish and sea bass. He kept things fun the entire trip, super funny and easygoing, but also really knowledgeable. The kids learned a ton and stayed engaged the whole time, which made it even more special for our family. Highly recommend Captain Denis if you’re looking for a fun, productive day on the water!

  • Eric Jarvis
    Eric Jarvis
    us
    West Virginia, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    August fishing trip

    3/4 Day Trip on August 12, 2026 • 4 adults • 1 child

    First of grade A capt.. made my two boys priority to have a successful trip, and that they did . We caught my target fish right off the bat. Barrucuda, black bass, and some huge snapper , almost every drop, some were just to big to get up, and my boys caught a huge tiger shark, trip of a lifetime.

  • Rusty Petty
    Rusty Petty
    us
    Georgia, US
    Member since 2026
    4.7
    Verified

    Birthday Fishing Charter

    Half Day Trip (copy) on April 25, 2026 • 5 adults

    We had an amazing time! Captain Dennis was an amazing host. He is very knowlegable in his field. We went deep sea fishing for me and my sister's birthday. We only spent about 2.5 hours on the water. The boat ride was a little longer than expected. Overall we caught over 20 fish between 4 people. So, it was a very fun birthday trip! I would recommend this charter for anyone who wants the experience.

Rating

4.9
360 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (898)

What anglers say

98%
Great experience
98%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
98%
Recommended
97%
Caught fish

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Logan Henson
Logan Henson
us
Florida, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Most Experienced Capitan Ever
Half Day Trip (copy) on August 16, 2026 • 3 adults

We started the day off slow not catching anything at the first spot. The capitan then took us to one of his many secret shipwreck spots. After about 15 minutes or so of not catching anything the capitan knew we needed to switch bait. He taught us how to catch the bait ourselves which was awesome. Then after hooking up the new kind of bait we caught 3 barracuda and 1 kingfish!!! They were the biggest fish I have ever caught and it was a great experience. Capitan Dennis was kind, respectful, and had many adventurous and funny stories. Once we got back to shore he filleted the fish for us so we could take it home to cook. Would highly recommend this charter!

Michael Coviello
Michael Coviello
us
Hawaii, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
AMAZING- WORTH EVERY PENNY
Half Day Trip (copy) on August 11, 2026 • 2 adults

Just fantastic. Trio for me and my 18 yr ood daughter. Spoke with Capt night before to discuss what i was wanting from the trip. we started on time. We were taken to a first spoke for insteuctional part of the fishing trip… how to hook them. Which in NO TIME we caugjt 2: 4-6 pound snappers. tlThe it was off to another location. we caught snapper, sea bass and trigger fish . my daughter hooked 2 fish that were strong enough to break 80 lb leader line. we caught sooooo many it was exhausting. HREAT FIGHTING FISH. I ended uo with a 25 pounder. iverall we hualed up about 14 fish, about 5 got away on the eay up and two that broke my daughters line.

Reported catch:
Red Snapper
Gray Triggerfish
Alicia Chester
Alicia Chester
Repeat angler
us
Florida, US
Member since 2026
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Capt. Dennis is a legend
3/4 Day Trip on July 26, 2026 • 2 adults

Took my wife on this charter for her birthday, and it was a fantastic experience from start to finish. We started the day trolling and landed two impressive kingfish. After that, we headed farther offshore and spent the rest of the trip catching several large red snapper. Captain Dennis has been fishing these waters for decades, and his experience was evident throughout the day. He seemed to know every boat on the water and made us feel completely at home aboard his vessel. His knowledge, professionalism, and friendly personality made for an excellent trip. We had a great time and are already looking forward to booking another charter with him.

Tara Barber
Tara Barber
us
Alabama, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Great Day on the Water
3/4 Day Trip on May 31, 2026 • 4 adults

We had a great day with Captain Dennis! He taught us how to bottom fish, so we were very active the entire trip and enjoyed learning. We started the day trying to catch fish that we could keep, and caught a couple of sea bass. We also caught a spiny rockfish. After a couple of locations that we weren’t catching much, we moved to an area where we caught a lot of snapper. Every time we put bait in the water, we’d get a catch. We weren’t able to keep any, but it made for a really fun day! We appreciated that Captain Dennis was flexible and prioritized us having a good day with a lot of fish! He was great in teaching us the ropes, and always made sure we had bait on the line. We would go with Captain Dennis again!

Reported catch:
Red Snapper
Matthew Gale
Matthew Gale
us
Illinois, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Absolutely an amazing trip!
Half Day Trip on April 30, 2026 • 2 adults

Captain Dennis gave us an amazing 4 hour charter filled with fantastic fishing and some history about the naval ships you see leaving and returning to the ramp. This was our first time offshore fishing and Captain Dennis explained to us what to expect and how to use the fishing equipment. We had so much fun! As the pictures show, Captain Dennis knows how to find the fish! He also observed a shrimp boat as we were heading back and followed them to show us the numerous dolphins following along enjoying scraps left in the shrimp boats wake. What a wonderful day! We will be back for another fishing adventure!

Reported catch:
Red Snapper
Dennis Young
Response from Captain

Thank you for your kind comments. I to enjoyed our time together and look forward to fishing with you in the future.

FAQs about Sea Dancer Charters

Sea Dancer Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $500 per group - Half Day Trip (4 hours)
  • US $500 per group - Half Day Trip (copy) (4 hours)
  • US $600 per group - 3/4 Day Trip (6 hours)
  • US $800 per group - Full Day Trip (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Sea Dancer Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Ice box
  • Radar
Trips booked with Sea Dancer Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Fishing license
Sea Dancer Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • River fishing (for Redfish,Trout, Flounder and Sheephead)
  • Nearshore fishing (For Kingfish, Cobia, Sailfish and Large Sharks)
  • Offshore fishing (Bottom fishing for Red Snapper, Grouper, Amberjack,)
  • Reef fishing (Several varieties of fish)
  • Wreck fishing (Amberjack,Cobia and Baracuda)
Sea Dancer Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Sea Dancer Charters include:
  • Amberjack
  • Barracuda (Great)
  • Cobia
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Grouper (Gag)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Redfish
  • Sailfish
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Speckled Trout
  • Triggerfish (Gray)

Your captain

Dennis Young
Dennis Young
Jacksonville, Florida, United States
ID & license verified
360 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since April 2018
Angler's Choice
The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.
I was born and raised in to the commercial fishing industry as a youngster in my earlier days. Entered the US Navy in 1965, served for 23 years and retired as a Naval Officer. I started our charter service while in the navy and have continued to enhance it since retiring. Fishing and the ocean is in my blood. I love being on the water because every day is different, you never know what you will encounter next. My wife and I have 9 grandchildren and I have had the pleasure of getting them involved with their experiences on the water. I love taking kids fishing and making their first experience one to remember.
Dennis Young
Dennis Young
Fully verified
Angler's Choice
360
reviews
2018
member since
~1h
response
I was born and raised in to the commercial fishing industry as a youngster in my earlier days. Entered the US Navy in 1965, served for 23 years and retired as a Naval Officer. I started our charter service while in the navy and have continued to enhance it since retiring. Fishing and the ocean is in my blood. I love being on the water because every day is different, you never know what you will encounter next. My wife and I have 9 grandchildren and I have had the pleasure of getting them involved with their experiences on the water. I love taking kids fishing and making their first experience one to remember.

The fish you can target

Amberjack
Amberjack
Great Barracuda
Great Barracuda
Cobia
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Redfish
Redfish
Sailfish
Sailfish
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Red Snapper
Red Snapper
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Gray Triggerfish
Gray Triggerfish
Amberjack
Amberjack
Great Barracuda
Great Barracuda
Cobia
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper

Real catches by this captain

  • Trip of a lifetime!
    Trevor P.
    Trevor P.
  • best trip ever
    Ermias Z.
    Ermias Z.
  • Big fish for sure
    Thomas P.
    Thomas P.
  • Awesome deep sea fishing!!
    Kelly T.
    Kelly T.
  • Amazing trip
    Kimberly W.
    Kimberly W.
  • Most Experienced Capitan Ever
    Logan H.
    Logan H.
  • August fishing trip
    Eric J.
    Eric J.
  • Had the best time on Capt Dennis boat!
    Meghan R.
    Meghan R.
  • One of the best
    Ethan S.
    Ethan S.
  • Great trip!
    Aj B.
    Aj B.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
5 persons
Boat length
26 ft
Year built
2000
Restored in
2022
Boat manufacturer
Shamrock Boats
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Pleasurecraft Marine
Powered by
1 x 343HP
Max cruising speed
28 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

River Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Ice box
Radar
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Fishing license

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.
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What the listing policies are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child friendly
Children 7 or over are welcome
You keep catch
Depending on which fisheries are open at that time
Catch and release allowed
Legal fish limits are allowed

How you can pay

Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% deposit to guarantee your reservation.
The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:
 Cash
 Visa
 Mastercard
 Checks
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3.5% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Jacksonville right now

AmberjackAmberjack
Barracuda (Great)Barracuda (Great)
CobiaCobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Grouper (Gag)Grouper (Gag)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)King Mackerel (Kingfish)
RedfishRedfish
SailfishSailfish
Snapper (Mangrove)Snapper (Mangrove)
Snapper (Red)Snapper (Red)
Speckled TroutSpeckled Trout

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