Finntastick Charters 

4.9/5 (244 reviews)
 
State licensed
 South Cherokee Way, Homosassa, FL 34448, United States

Finntastick Charters 

Up to 9 miles
Homosassa, FL, United States
24 ft
6
4.9/5 (244 reviews)

Florida has such diverse fishing available, it's no wonder it's one of the top places to go fishing. Inshore fishing will be a great day out for the whole family. What are you waiting for? Come and see for yourself, with Finntastick Charters, why this is the place to fish. Captain David Maki, with the official Florida Friendly Fishing Guide badge is ready to show you some awesome fishing.

You will spend the day aboard a 25' Carolina Skiff. This beautiful boat can fit 5 guests comfortably – grab your friends and come make some magical memories together. She is equipped with the latest safety and navigational equipment to ensure you have a carefree day.

Come aboard for scalloping, it's a great season this year and an awesome experience! Never done this before? No worries – Capt. David will be by your side telling you the tricks of the trade the whole time. For these trips, he will also have a dive certified first mate on board. On days when you reach the Scallop limit before your trip is over, you can spend a little time swimming in the springs to cool off after.

For those that prefer classic fishing, you can book Capt. David's other trips instead. You will use top rods and reels that won't let you down when you hook your trophy fish. The gear is included in the price, so you don't need to worry about bringing your own along. You will try various techniques, including trolling and jigging.

No matter your experience level, you will find your sea legs with Capt. David. He is full of enthusiasm to teach one and all. He doesn't put a minimum age on his trips as he knows that the parents know best. Some people start fishing from the moment they can hold a rod after all.

You are welcome to bring along food and snacks on these trips. After the trip, Capt. David will fillet your catch for you, leaving you the hard choice of how to cook it once you are home!

Finntastick Charters is waiting for you now, so book a trip soon and experience the beloved Nature Coast.

Florida has such diverse fishing available, it's no wonder it's one of the top places to go fishing. Inshore fishing will be a great day out for the whole family. What are you waiting for? Come and see for yourself, with Finntastick Charters, why this is the place to fish. Captain David Maki, with the official Florida Friendly Fishing Guide badge is ready to show you some awesome fishing.

You will spend the day aboard a 25' Carolina Skiff. This beautiful boat can fit 5 guests comfortably – grab your friends and come make some magical memories together. She is equipped with the latest safety and navigational equipment to ensure you have a carefree day.

Come aboard for scalloping, it's a great season this year and an awesome experience! Never done this before? No worries – Capt. David will be by your side telling you the tricks of the trade the whole time. For these trips, he will also have a dive certified first mate on board. On days when you reach the Scallop limit before your trip is over, you can spend a little time swimming in the springs to cool off after.

For those that prefer classic fishing, you can book Capt. David's other trips instead. You will use top rods and reels that won't let you down when you hook your trophy fish. The gear is included in the price, so you don't need to worry about bringing your own along. You will try various techniques, including trolling and jigging.

No matter your experience level, you will find your sea legs with Capt. David. He is full of enthusiasm to teach one and all. He doesn't put a minimum age on his trips as he knows that the parents know best. Some people start fishing from the moment they can hold a rod after all.

You are welcome to bring along food and snacks on these trips. After the trip, Capt. David will fillet your catch for you, leaving you the hard choice of how to cook it once you are home!

Finntastick Charters is waiting for you now, so book a trip soon and experience the beloved Nature Coast.

David Maki
Captain
David Maki
8 years of experience
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Trip availability and prices

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Half Day Trip – Scalloping (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Jul 1 - Sep 22
Scallop
US $450
Entire boat: 2 people
Half Day Trip (AM) 5 PPL MAX
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Snook
Seabass (Black)
Snapper (Mangrove)
Black Drum
+6
US $450
Entire boat: 2 people
Half Day Trip – Scalloping (PM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 1:00 PM
Seasonal trip
Jul 1 - Sep 22
Scallop
Clam
US $450
Entire boat: 2 people
Half Day Trip (PM) 5 PPL MAX
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 1:00 PM
Snook
Seabass (Black)
Snapper (Mangrove)
Black Drum
+7
US $500
Entire boat: 2 people
3/4 Day Trip - 5 PPL MAX
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Cobia
Permit
Tarpon
Grouper (Gag)
+2
US $550
Entire boat: 2 people
Full Day - Scalloping
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Jul 1 - Sep 22
Scallop
US $600
Entire boat: 2 people
Full Day Trip - 5 PPL MAX
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Snook
Seabass (Black)
Snapper (Mangrove)
Black Drum
+6
US $650
Entire boat: 2 people
Combined scalloping and fishing
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Jul 1 - Sep 24
Snook
Seabass (Black)
Snapper (Mangrove)
Black Drum
+7
US $700
Entire boat: 2 people
Grouper
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Sep 1 - Sep 30
Snook
Seabass (Black)
Snapper (Mangrove)
Black Drum
+8
US $800
Entire boat: up to 6 people
There are 7 people looking at this charter.

Customer reviews

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Rating

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

Anglers' gallery (279)

What anglers say

98%
Great experience
99%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
99%
Good boat
100%
Recommended
97%
Caught fish

All reviews (244)

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Steven Soto
Steven Soto
us
Florida, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Best birthday fishing trip
Half Day Trip (AM) 5 PPL MAX on July 13, 20264 adults

My son's birthday fishing trip couldn't have gone any better! The captain went above and beyond to make the day special, and it turned into an unforgettable experience. From the moment we left the dock, he was friendly, knowledgeable, and worked hard to make sure my son had every opportunity to catch fish. Seeing the excitement on my son's face throughout the trip made this birthday gift worth every penny. He had an amazing time and is already talking about going back. We will definitely be booking another trip with the same captain in the future. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a fun, memorable fishing charter!

Reported catch:
Redfish
Grunt
Black Drum
David Maki
Response from Captain

Thank you Steven can't wait to have ya all back . lets go get em again. I certainly appreciate the great review and will look forward to some trout fishing with with ya all.

Shaun Lawrence
Shaun Lawrence
us
North Carolina, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Another great trip with Finntastick!
3/4 Day Trip - 5 PPL MAX on June 29, 20262 adults

Another great trip with David and Finntastick Fishing Charters out of homosassa. We have booked with David multiple times and every time he puts us on fish and is always a perfect day on the water. Hes always doing whatever he can to put you in the best position and technique to catch fish. Very professional, and a pleasure to spend the day with. And a great fisherman!! Already booking our next outing. Dont hesitate to book Finntastick Fishing Charters!!! Shaun Lawrence

David Maki
Response from Captain

Thank you Shaun always enjoy fishing with ya all

Vivian Zsiros-Hajnal
Vivian Zsiros-Hajnal
hu
Hungary
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
Best trip ever!
Half Day Trip (AM) 5 PPL MAX on August 12, 20262 adults

Captain David is extremely patient - which came in handy as I am a complete beginner. He knows the waters unbelievably well, and helped us catch our lunch. It was truly a finntastick experience ;)

David Maki
Response from Captain

Thank you for the great review and it was nice to meet ya all and learn about your country also . Take care and enjoy the rest of your vacation

Krista Garcia
Krista Garcia
Repeat angler
us
Florida, US
Member since 2025
2 trips
5.0
Verified
amazing trip!
Half Day Trip – Scalloping (AM) on July 19, 20264 adults

My fiancé and I come every year for scalloping and this year we had an amazing time with Captain David Maki. We met our limit, had fun and felt safe. He was very knowledgeable on where to go to find the Scallops and had resources for who to clean Scallops overall it was a great time!

David Maki
Response from Captain

Thank you Krista the great review is appreciated. Enjoy those scallops

Jeremy Fisher
Jeremy Fisher
Repeat angler
us
South Carolina, US
Member since 2022
3 trips
5.0
Verified
5-Star Day, Multiple Species, Total Blast!
Full Day Trip - 5 PPL MAX on June 22, 20263 adults

Huge thanks to Captain David for a memorable day! Not only did he put us on a variety of fish, but he was also wonderful with my daughter and her boyfriend, patiently teaching them new techniques and how-tos. The boat was exceptionally clean, and the overall experience was fantastic. We truly had a blast!

Reported catch:
Black Seabass
Mangrove Snapper
Grunt
Redfish
David Maki
Response from Captain

Thank you, the pleasure was all mine I also enjoyed the day with ya all . Great crew and thank you for the great tip and an awesome review.

FAQs about Finntastick Charters

Finntastick Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $450 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip – Scalloping (AM) (5 hours)
  • US $450 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip – Scalloping (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $450 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip (AM) 5 PPL MAX (4 hours)
  • US $500 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip (PM) 5 PPL MAX (4 hours)
  • US $550 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 3/4 Day Trip - 5 PPL MAX (6 hours)
  • US $600 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - Full Day - Scalloping (8 hours)
  • US $650 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - Full Day Trip - 5 PPL MAX (8 hours)
  • US $700 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - Combined scalloping and fishing (8 hours)
  • US $800 per group - Grouper (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Finntastick Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Snorkeling equipment
  • Wireless trolling motor GPS
Trips booked with Finntastick Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (Live bait is included )
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (There is no extra charge for cleaning and packaging your catch)
  • Drinks (There is always bottled water on the boat and some space in the cooler for your drinks. We keep plenty of ice also to cool your catch )
  • Fishing license (We cover complete fishing liscense with a gulf reef permit and also a snook permit )
Finntastick Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Reef fishing
  • Flats fishing
  • Backcountry fishing
Finntastick Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Drift fishing
Top targeted fish species with Finntastick Charters include:
  • Black Drum
  • Grunt
  • Pompano
  • Redfish
  • Scallop
  • Seabass (Black)
  • Sheepshead
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snook
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Speckled Trout

Your captain

David Maki
David Maki
David Maki

Homosassa, Florida, United States

24 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
244 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since June 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.

Captain David Maki, Is a full time guide and has years of experience fishing . He loved showing his friends and family the waters and how to have the best time on while fishing. He soon realized that this passion could easily become his job. He decided to become a charter captain, and has no regrets! He loves making other people happy, and you are sure to have a great time on the water with him. Inshore fishing is his calling!

24 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
244 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since June 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.

Captain David Maki, Is a full time guide and has years of experience fishing . He loved showing his friends and family the waters and how to have the best time on while fishing. He soon realized that this passion could easily become his job. He decided to become a charter captain, and has no regrets! He loves making other people happy, and you are sure to have a great time on the water with him. Inshore fishing is his calling!

The fish you can target

Black Drum
Black Drum
Grunt
Grunt
Pompano
Pompano
Redfish
Redfish
Scallop
Scallop
Black Seabass
Black Seabass
Sheepshead
Sheepshead
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Snook
Snook
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Black Drum
Black Drum
Grunt
Grunt
Pompano
Pompano
Redfish
Redfish
Scallop
Scallop

Real catches by this captain

  • Great day on the water!
    Peter S.
    Peter S.
  • Best birthday fishing trip
    Steven S.
    Steven S.
  • Another great trip with Finntastick!
    Shaun L.
    Shaun L.
  • 5-Star Day, Multiple Species, Total Blast!
    Jeremy F.
    Jeremy F.
  • Great Captain!
    Michael D.
    Michael D.
  • GREAT day on the water with a Great Captain & guide.
    Wyatt E.
    Wyatt E.
  • Great fishing
    Don S.
    Don S.
  • captain Dave
    Thomas Z.
    Thomas Z.
  • Finntastick!!!
    Kirk T.
    Kirk T.
  • October 1st
    Justin H.
    Justin H.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Skiffs and flats boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
24 ft
Year built
1997
Restored in
2015
Boat manufacturer
Carolina Skiff
Boat type
Flats boat
Engine model
Mercury
Powered by
1 x 115HP
Max cruising speed
38 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Drift Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Snorkeling equipment
Wireless trolling motor
GPS
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Live bait is included
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
There is no extra charge for cleaning and packaging your catch
Drinks
There is always bottled water on the boat and some space in the cooler for your drinks. We keep plenty of ice also to cool your catch
Fishing license
We cover complete fishing liscense with a gulf reef permit and also a snook permit

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.

More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup agreed upon reservation

Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.

Child friendly
No min. age. If parents happy, we happy
You keep catch
Catch and release 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

 American Express

 PayPal

 Checks

When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3.5% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Homosassa right now

Black DrumBlack Drum
RedfishRedfish
ScallopScallop
SheepsheadSheepshead
SnookSnook
Spanish MackerelSpanish Mackerel
Speckled TroutSpeckled Trout

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