Pelican Charters
Pelican Charters
Pelican Charters invites you to explore the Bayou's most prolific waters! He specializes in inshore and nearshore excursions off the coast of Venice and has been fishing here since the day he could walk. He knows all the local hide-outs, he's fished every honey hole in the area, and knows a thing or two about landing a Bull Redfish.
His boat is a 24' Gravois center console with plenty of walkaround space for 4 people to fish comfortably. She comes with state-of-the-art navigational electronics, a wireless trolling motor, a live bait tank, and safety gear. Kids ages 2 and up are welcome aboard and he has life vests for them, as well.
The crew will take you along the inshore flats and shallow waters to target Redfish, Black Drum, Speckled Trout, and Flounder. You'll also have a chance to go a bit further out to catch Sheepshead and other nearshore species. Some of the techniques you'll be using include jigging, popping, or spinning, and you can also purchase live shrimp to use as bait.
You'll be provided with top-quality Shimano and Penn tackle so you don't have to lug around your own equipment. There's also a cooler on board with water, but feel free to bring own drinks and snacks as well. If you need overnight accommodation, let the crew know in advance and they'll hook it up for you.
Last but not least, be sure to purchase a fishing license and show up at the marina 15 minutes prior to departure. The fuel is not included in the prices and should be paid additionally. Everything else is taken care of so you can sit back, relax, and enjoy the ride! Book your next fishing trip with Pelican Charters and get ready to land some monster fish down in the Bayou!
Pelican Charters invites you to explore the Bayou's most prolific waters! He specializes in inshore and nearshore excursions off the coast of Venice and has been fishing here since the day he could walk. He knows all the local hide-outs, he's fished every honey hole in the area, and knows a thing or two about landing a Bull Redfish.
His boat is a 24' Gravois center console with plenty of walkaround space for 4 people to fish comfortably. She comes with state-of-the-art navigational electronics, a wireless trolling motor, a live bait tank, and safety gear. Kids ages 2 and up are welcome aboard and he has life vests for them, as well.
The crew will take you along the inshore flats and shallow waters to target Redfish, Black Drum, Speckled Trout, and Flounder. You'll also have a chance to go a bit further out to catch Sheepshead and other nearshore species. Some of the techniques you'll be using include jigging, popping, or spinning, and you can also purchase live shrimp to use as bait.
You'll be provided with top-quality Shimano and Penn tackle so you don't have to lug around your own equipment. There's also a cooler on board with water, but feel free to bring own drinks and snacks as well. If you need overnight accommodation, let the crew know in advance and they'll hook it up for you.
Last but not least, be sure to purchase a fishing license and show up at the marina 15 minutes prior to departure. The fuel is not included in the prices and should be paid additionally. Everything else is taken care of so you can sit back, relax, and enjoy the ride! Book your next fishing trip with Pelican Charters and get ready to land some monster fish down in the Bayou!
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Customer reviews
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All reviews (19)
Clearly the pic above is a Bull Red, but the trout I prepared from some of our catch is outstanding. I went on the trip for redfish, but am very pleased with the trout catch. Our initial reservation was canceled by that captain a week before we traveled from all over the country for this trip (Indiana, Ohio, Texas, and Louisiana) so we were glad not only to replace that trip, but fortunate to have Pelican as the replacement. Captain Jimmy did an excellent job of putting us on fish, knowing when a spot went cold/when to move on, explaining the what and why of what we did, and took excellent care of all 4 of us - from my adult kids (daughter pictured) to my 86 y.o father. It wasn't the first in-shore trip for any of us and this was among the best experiences we've had. He's personable and polite, and remembered all our names after our first meeting. He did his best to make sure we got the day we were after, and that's super important to me. He wasn't watching the clock for a reason to end the day like I've seen in reviews of other charters. I highly recommend Jimmy (Shaw?) and Pelican.
Limit of reds by 9:30 and spent the rest of the day catching bull reds. 40 plus bull reds. Trip of a lifetime. Captain Eddie was great.
Inshore fishing trip. Caught specs reds Sheephead and drum. Had a great time.
Our captain was very good
FAQs about Pelican Charters
What are the trip rates for Pelican Charters?
- US $1,200 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - 7 Hour Trip (7 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Pelican Charters?
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Live bait well
- Wireless trolling motor
- Ice box
- Radar
What's included in the trip price with Pelican Charters?
- Rods, reels & tackle (Shimano & Penn )
- Lures
What types of fishing does Pelican Charters offer?
- Inshore fishing
- Nearshore fishing
- Backcountry fishing
What fishing techniques does Pelican Charters offer?
- Light tackle
- Spinning
- Jigging
- Popping
Which fish species can I catch with Pelican Charters?
- Black Drum
- Flounder
- Redfish
- Sheepshead
- Speckled Trout
Your operator
Captain John Duplass was born and raised fishing the waters of Venice, LA. Taking customers on the water, meeting like-minded folks, and seeing smiles on peoples' faces after they land a monster fish are among his favorite things in life. Captain John is ready to show you a great time, so join him down and the crew on the Bayou and book your next fishing trip with Pelican Charters!
Captain John Duplass was born and raised fishing the waters of Venice, LA. Taking customers on the water, meeting like-minded folks, and seeing smiles on peoples' faces after they land a monster fish are among his favorite things in life. Captain John is ready to show you a great time, so join him down and the crew on the Bayou and book your next fishing trip with Pelican Charters!
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How cancellations work
Free cancellation up to 1 day prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 1 day 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.
What the listing policies are
Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
How you can pay
Pay online in full
Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.
No additional fees.
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:
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When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.
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