East Coast Fishing Charters 

5.0
(12 reviews)
 
State licensed
 Thomas Barbour Drive 924, Melbourne, FL 32935, United States–

East Coast Fishing Charters 

Melbourne, FL, United States
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22 ft
4
5.0
(12 reviews)

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Discover the bountiful fishing grounds of Melbourne Beach and the Sebastian area with East Coast Fishing Charters! With Captain Donald, both inshore and offshore fishing is an option, all you have to do is say what you’d prefer.

You will be angling out of a brand new 22’ Pathfinder Center console, powered by a 150 HP Yamaha engine, ready and steady to take you on your fishing expedition. You will be casting lines within the first hour of your trip, and what’s more, you get to fish for live bait along the way, which is always fun.

Your captain will be with you constantly, checking if you need any help and what he can do for you to make the entire experience more enjoyable. Some of the A-listers of the area you will be fishing are Redfish, Speckled Trout, Snook, and even some Mahi Mahi, and Cobia if the tides align.

Catching Snook is the captain’s specialty, and he knows some of the “Snookiest” spots around. Maybe you’ll even hook up a gorgeous Tarpon if they’re in season during your trip.

You will be equipped with top-rate fishing gear for your angling adventure, including Shimano and Penn reels, and top-notch rods and tackle. Capt. Donald will take care of your fishing license, and he will also clean, fillet, and bag your catch for you at the end of the trip. Bottled water is also provided, you just need to take care of your snacks and food and show up ready to rumble.

If you’re a novice, the captain will gladly teach you the basics, if you’re an experienced angler, he’ll share his knowledge of the area with you. If you want to bring your children, go ahead, just make sure that they’re 12 years and older.

Fishing with East Coast Fishing Charters grants you an amazing catch, beautiful scenery as a backdrop, and an experienced captain to put on you on the fish — what else could you possibly want from a fishing trip?

Discover the bountiful fishing grounds of Melbourne Beach and the Sebastian area with East Coast Fishing Charters! With Captain Donald, both inshore and offshore fishing is an option, all you have to do is say what you’d prefer.

You will be angling out of a brand new 22’ Pathfinder Center console, powered by a 150 HP Yamaha engine, ready and steady to take you on your fishing expedition. You will be casting lines within the first hour of your trip, and what’s more, you get to fish for live bait along the way, which is always fun.

Your captain will be with you constantly, checking if you need any help and what he can do for you to make the entire experience more enjoyable. Some of the A-listers of the area you will be fishing are Redfish, Speckled Trout, Snook, and even some Mahi Mahi, and Cobia if the tides align.

Catching Snook is the captain’s specialty, and he knows some of the “Snookiest” spots around. Maybe you’ll even hook up a gorgeous Tarpon if they’re in season during your trip.

You will be equipped with top-rate fishing gear for your angling adventure, including Shimano and Penn reels, and top-notch rods and tackle. Capt. Donald will take care of your fishing license, and he will also clean, fillet, and bag your catch for you at the end of the trip. Bottled water is also provided, you just need to take care of your snacks and food and show up ready to rumble.

If you’re a novice, the captain will gladly teach you the basics, if you’re an experienced angler, he’ll share his knowledge of the area with you. If you want to bring your children, go ahead, just make sure that they’re 12 years and older.

Fishing with East Coast Fishing Charters grants you an amazing catch, beautiful scenery as a backdrop, and an experienced captain to put on you on the fish — what else could you possibly want from a fishing trip?

Donald Andrezze
Captain
Donald Andrezze
11 years of experience
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Select date to see availability

Trip date:
Group Size:
November 2026
SuMoTuWeThFrSa
Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
Change
Half Day Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Cobia
Jack Crevalle
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Snook
+7
US $550
Entire boat: up to 3 people
3/4 Day Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
US $650
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Full Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
7 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Cobia
Snook
Tarpon
Snapper (Mangrove)
+2
US $750
Entire boat: up to 4 people

Customer reviews

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Rating

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

Anglers' gallery (21)

Reviews (12)

  • Richard Romeo
    Richard Romeo
    Repeat angler
    us
    Florida, US
    Member since 2021
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Snook everywhere!

    3/4 Day Trip (AM) on September 11, 2026 • 3 adults

    Excellent trip. Captain is very professional, and equipment is topnotch. We caught fish on almost every cast. Giant snook and redfish!!!

  • Steven Williams
    Steven Williams
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Captain was great

    3/4 Day Trip (AM) on May 14, 2026 • 2 adults

    Captain Donald was a great guide. Put up with my dad and uncle on a boat alone and was very patient and polite. If you knew my dad and uncle the way they behave, Donald should be considered a saint. Would highly recommend.

  • Christina Stratton
    Christina Stratton
    us
    North Carolina, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Had a great time!!

    3/4 Day Trip (AM) on July 11, 2025 • 3 adults

    Don was awesome. I caught my first snook and it was 38”! And after a full moon! Don was friendly and knowledgeable and put us on fish for me, my brother and dad. We will definitely book him again!!

  • Tristan Kirby
    Tristan Kirby
    Repeat angler
    us
    New Jersey, US
    Member since 2018
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    6 hour snook trip

    3/4 Day Trip (AM) on January 5, 2019 • 3 adults

    I don’t do charters very often and have had some bad experiences with them in the past. But since I was visiting a friend in Melbourne I thought I’d give it a go and try to get my first snook and get my girlfriend on her first big fish. Captain Don did a great job putting us on the fish and showing us the technique. He managed to get 2 novices multiple stud snook and myself on snook after snook and finished the day with a bull redfish. We all had a great time and I look forward to coming back in the future.

  • Jake Cooper
    Jake Cooper
    Member since 2018
    5.0

    Wonderful 4 Hour Charter in and around the Sebastian Inlet!

    Half Day Trip (AM) on July 19, 2018

    Captain Don did an amazing job of putting my father and I on fish the entire morning! His boat and equipment were well kept and fairly new and he had no problem filling the live well with lots of good bait. We successfully fished three habitats in a four hour charter. He first took us to some nice eel grass flats where we landed a good sized sea trout. Then we headed to the inlet where we were expertly put on more fish while the surrounding anglers looked on. We caught three respectable snook. Then we ran down the beach until we found some tarpon rolling near shore. We hooked a 100+ pound tarpon and fought it for a long while until it straightened the hook. Capt. Don took many videos and pictures throughout the day. He has an agreeable personality and was always concerned about our welfare and desires. Check out his instagram page (his full name) to see what he has been catching. Highly recommended!!

  • Charles  Mascellino
    Charles Mascellino
    us
    Pennsylvania, US
    Member since 2019
    5.0
    Verified

    Half-day trip

    Half Day Trip (AM) on July 25, 2019 • 4 adults

    Had a lot of action, but could only land a few. Good fighting fish and barracuda kept us from getting them on deck. Weather shortened our time on open water but was still a blast. Don brought us close to shore to try for some snook and we were able to get a nice Jack. It was a great time for all and will be back to try again.

  • Jeffrey Fienemann
    Jeffrey Fienemann
    us
    Florida, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Excellent trip

    Half Day Trip (AM) on July 20, 2026 • 2 adults

    Capt. Don was patient and persistent in making sure that we caught fish. He was enthusiastic, friendly and took the time to ensure that we enjoyed our trip!!

  • Paul Bishop
    Paul Bishop
    Member since 2018
    5.0

    Half Day Trip with Captain Don!

    half day trip is 4 hours on July 26, 2018

    My son an I had an Outstanding time with Captain Don. He worked his tail off to get us on and keep us on the Fish. His equipment and boat were in tip top condition. He retied our hooks and leaders constantly to prevent potentially losing a fish. We both caught huge snook and doubled on Jack Crevalle. Captain Don is a hardworking Professional. I highly recommend him..

  • Erin Horn
    Erin Horn
    Repeat angler
    us
    Florida, US
    Member since 2016
    2 trips
    4.7
    Verified

    July fishing trip

    Half Day Trip (AM) on July 19, 2019 • 4 adults • 1 child

    Hard to really complain the captain did his best with the situation. Our kids were sick the whole time and it was really hot so fishing was tough. With all that said we had a good time and would recommend the captain and his boat.

  • Charles Hayhurst
    Charles Hayhurst
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2018
    5.0
    Verified

    Fishing with Donald

    Half Day Trip (AM) on November 9, 2018 • 4 adults

FAQs about East Coast Fishing Charters

East Coast Fishing Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $550 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $650 per group - 3/4 Day Trip (AM) (6 hours)
  • US $750 per group - Full Day Trip (7 hours)
When you book a trip with East Coast Fishing Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Ice box
Trips booked with East Coast Fishing Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (At East Coast Fishing Charters we use fresh bait. That is the key for catching game fish! All bait is included in less we have to purchase croakers or pigs and pins.)
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (East Coast Fishing Charters will clean or fillet your catch!)
  • Drinks (We always have freshwater available for our customers.)
  • Fishing license (Yes, we have your fishing licenses covered!)
East Coast Fishing Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
East Coast Fishing Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Drift fishing
Top targeted fish species with East Coast Fishing Charters include:
  • Cobia
  • Redfish
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snook
  • Speckled Trout
  • Tarpon

Your captain

Donald Andrezze
Donald Andrezze
Melbourne, Florida, United States
ID & license verified
12 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since June 2018
Captain Donald has always been a natural when it comes to fishing. Not only does he love to cast a line, but fish seem to love him back, so he decided to make the most of it. He has been a captain for 15 years, and guiding became his full-time job in 2016, when he decided to sell his company and spend more time with his family. He specializes in catching Snook, and his policy is — Why not do something you love, and get paid for it too!
Donald Andrezze
Donald Andrezze
Fully verified
12
reviews
2018
member since
~1h
response
Captain Donald has always been a natural when it comes to fishing. Not only does he love to cast a line, but fish seem to love him back, so he decided to make the most of it. He has been a captain for 15 years, and guiding became his full-time job in 2016, when he decided to sell his company and spend more time with his family. He specializes in catching Snook, and his policy is — Why not do something you love, and get paid for it too!

The fish you can target

Cobia
Cobia
Redfish
Redfish
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Snook
Snook
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Tarpon
Tarpon
Cobia
Cobia
Redfish
Redfish
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Snook
Snook
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout

Real catches by this captain

  • Angler proudly holding a large common snook on the bow of a fishing boat in clear coastal waters.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Richard R.
    Richard R.
    Excellent trip. Captain is very professional, and equipment is topnotch. We caught fish on almost every cast. Giant snook and redfish!!!
  • Adult angler proudly holding a large redfish on a shallow coastal waterway from a fishing boat.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Steven W.
    Steven W.
    Captain Donald was a great guide. Put up with my dad and uncle on a boat alone and was very patient and polite. If you knew my dad and uncle the way they behave, Donald should be considered a saint. Would highly recommend.
  • Angler displaying a large Snook while fishing on a boat in a coastal waterway.
    Christina S.
    Christina S.
    Don was awesome. I caught my first snook and it was 38”! And after a full moon! Don was friendly and knowledgeable and put us on fish for me, my brother and dad. We will definitely book him again!!
  • Angler holding a large silver fish aboard a center-console fishing boat in calm coastal waters, with rod and tackle visible.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Jack Crevalle
    Charles  .
    Charles .
    Had a lot of action, but could only land a few. Good fighting fish and barracuda kept us from getting them on deck. Weather shortened our time on open water but was still a blast. Don brought us close to shore to try for some snook and we were able to get a nice Jack. It was a great time for all and will be back to try again.
  • A young angler and an adult proudly display a large Snook while fishing on a sunny day, showcasing a successful catch in a coastal environment.
    Erin H.
    Erin H.
    Hard to really complain the captain did his best with the situation. Our kids were sick the whole time and it was really hot so fishing was tough. With all that said we had a good time and would recommend the captain and his boat.
  • Adult angler proudly holding a large snook aboard a center-console fishing boat in coastal waters.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Tristan K.
    Tristan K.
    I don’t do charters very often and have had some bad experiences with them in the past. But since I was visiting a friend in Melbourne I thought I’d give it a go and try to get my first snook and get my girlfriend on her first big fish. Captain Don did a great job putting us on the fish and showing us the technique. He managed to get 2 novices multiple stud snook and myself on snook after snook and finished the day with a bull redfish. We all had a great time and I look forward to coming back in the future.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
22 ft
Year built
2017
Restored in
2026
Boat manufacturer
Pathfinder
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 150HP
Max cruising speed
40 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Drift Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Ice box
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
At East Coast Fishing Charters we use fresh bait. That is the key for catching game fish! All bait is included in less we have to purchase croakers or pigs and pins.
Catch cleaning & filleting
East Coast Fishing Charters will clean or fillet your catch!
Drinks
We always have freshwater available for our customers.
Fishing license
Yes, we have your fishing licenses covered!

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 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
Families welcome with children over five years old eligible
No alcohol
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Book with 20% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% 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
 American Express
 Bank transfer
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3.5% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Melbourne right now

CobiaCobia
RedfishRedfish
Snapper (Mangrove)Snapper (Mangrove)
SnookSnook
Speckled TroutSpeckled Trout
TarponTarpon

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