Tug Of War Charters - Mosquito Lagoon

If you are looking for a light tackle adventure in the Mosquito Lagoon, give Tug Of War Charters a try. The company is owned and operated by a Florida native who has been fishing these waters for his whole life.

Join Captain Randy Kraft and let him put his talent to work for you. He offers fun-filled trips for the whole family and can cater to anglers of all skill levels and expertise. Even if you have never held a fishing rod in your hand before, you don’t have to worry!

Bring your kids with you and let Capt. Randy put them on their first fish. There is hardly anything better than seeing a child’s smile and sharing fishing stories with everyone on board!

16’ Boat and 70 Yamaha motor. Flats fishing the world-famous Mosquito Lagoon and Oak Hill areas near Kennedy SpaceX. Guaranteed to see dolphins and/or manatees

The vessel is outfitted with fishfinding and navigational electronics to save your time while searching for a big one. There is also a livewell filled with bait to make sure nothing can resist your hooks and an icebox for your refreshments. The only thing that’s missing is you!

Battle Redfish, get your hands on massive Black Drum or fill the cooler with Seatrout. All the necessary gear, tackle, bait, and lures will be provided by the captain. You will only need to bring your snacks with you!

Once you’re done fishing, your catch will be cleaned for you free of charge. Fill the freezer and get your weekly dinners sorted out. It’s Fish On!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    3 hour backwater fishing trip (AM)
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    3 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $350
    Tug Of War Charters invites you to join Captain Randy Kraft on the waters of the world famous Mosquito Lagoon!!! Captain Randy provides unique fishing charter experiences for anglers of all skills and ages. 3 hours is plenty of time to fish and experience the surrounding wildlife, including getting very close to dolphins and manatees! All gear and tackle, as well as your fishing license, are included.
    Targeted fish
    Snook
    Snook
    Tarpon
    Tarpon
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Black Drum
    Black Drum
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Spotted Seatrout
    Spotted Seatrout
    Flounder
    Flounder
    Sheepshead
    Sheepshead
  • Private trip
    3 hour backwater fishing trip (AM)
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    3 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    US $350
    Tug Of War Charters invites you to join Captain Randy Kraft on the waters of the world famous Mosquito Lagoon!!! Captain Randy provides unique fishing charter experiences for anglers of all skills and ages. 3 hours is plenty of time to fish and experience the surrounding wildlife, including getting very close to dolphins and manatees! All gear and tackle, as well as your fishing license, are included.
    Targeted fish
    Jack Crevalle
    Jack Crevalle
    Snook
    Snook
    Tarpon
    Tarpon
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Black Drum
    Black Drum
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Ladyfish
    Ladyfish
    Spotted Seatrout
    Spotted Seatrout
    Flounder
    Flounder
    Sheepshead
    Sheepshead
    Shark (Bonnethead)
    Bonnethead Shark
    Whiting
    Whiting
  • Private trip
    4 hour backwater fishing trip (AM)
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $450
    Fishing in the backwater of the mangrove shorelines is a great way to get away from everything and very relaxing. No sea sickness. Lure fishing and live bait using very light tackle is fun catching redfish, snook, spotted seatrout, tarpon, black drum and whatever else tugs the line. Guaranteed to see dolphins and/or manatees. My boat is very stable and plenty of room for fishing. I can take upto 6 anglers.
    Targeted fish
    Snook
    Snook
    Tarpon
    Tarpon
    Black Drum
    Black Drum
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Spotted Seatrout
    Spotted Seatrout
  • Private trip
    4 hour backwater fishing trip (AM)
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    US $450
    Fishing in the backwater of the mangrove shorelines is a great way to get away from everything and very relaxing. No sea sickness. Lure fishing and live bait using very light tackle is fun catching redfish, snook, spotted seatrout, tarpon, black drum, and whatever else tugs the line. Guaranteed to see dolphins and/or manatees. My boat is very stable and there is plenty of room for fishing. I can take up to 6 anglers.
    Targeted fish
    Jack Crevalle
    Jack Crevalle
    Snook
    Snook
    Tarpon
    Tarpon
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Black Drum
    Black Drum
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Ladyfish
    Ladyfish
    Spotted Seatrout
    Spotted Seatrout
    Flounder
    Flounder
    Sheepshead
    Sheepshead
    Shark (Bonnethead)
    Bonnethead Shark
    Whiting
    Whiting
  • Private trip
    5 hour backwater fishing trip (AM)
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $550
    Fishing in the backwater of the mangrove shorelines is a great way to get away from everything and very relaxing. No sea sickness. Lure fishing and live bait using very light tackle is fun catching redfish, snook, spotted seatrout, tarpon, black drum and whatever else tugs the line. Guaranteed to see dolphins and/or manatees. My boat is very stable and plenty of room for fishing. I can take upto 6 anglers
    Targeted fish
    Snook
    Snook
    Tarpon
    Tarpon
    Black Drum
    Black Drum
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Spotted Seatrout
    Spotted Seatrout
  • Private trip
    5 hour fishing trip (AM)
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    US $550
    Fishing in the backwater of the mangrove shorelines is a great way to get away from everything and very relaxing. No sea sickness. Lure fishing and live bait using very light tackle is fun catching redfish, snook, spotted seatrout, tarpon, black drum, and whatever else tugs the line. Guaranteed to see dolphins and/or manatees. My boat is very stable and there is plenty of room for fishing. I can take up to 6 anglers.
    Targeted fish
    Snook
    Snook
    Tarpon
    Tarpon
    Black Drum
    Black Drum
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Spotted Seatrout
    Spotted Seatrout
  • Private trip
    6 hour backwater fishing trip (AM)
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $650
    Fishing in the backwater of the mangrove shorelines is a great way to get away from everything and very relaxing. No sea sickness. Lure fishing and live bait using very light tackle is fun catching redfish, snook, spotted seatrout, tarpon, black drum and whatever else tugs the line. Guaranteed to see dolphins and/or manatees. My boat is very stable and plenty of room for fishing. I can take upto 6 anglers
    Targeted fish
    Snook
    Snook
    Tarpon
    Tarpon
    Black Drum
    Black Drum
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Spotted Seatrout
    Spotted Seatrout
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FAQs about Tug Of War Charters - Mosquito Lagoon

Tug Of War Charters - Mosquito Lagoon offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $350 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 3 hour backwater fishing trip (AM) (3 hours)
  • US $350 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 3 hour backwater fishing trip (AM) (3 hours)
  • US $450 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 4 hour backwater fishing trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $450 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 4 hour backwater fishing trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $550 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 5 hour backwater fishing trip (AM) (5 hours)
  • US $550 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 5 hour fishing trip (AM) (5 hours)
  • US $650 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 6 hour backwater fishing trip (AM) (6 hours)

When you book a trip with Tug Of War Charters - Mosquito Lagoon, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Wireless Trolling Motor
  • Ice Box Cooler

Trips booked with Tug Of War Charters - Mosquito Lagoon include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Drinks (water)
  • Fishing License

Tug Of War Charters - Mosquito Lagoon offers the following types of fishing:
  • River Fishing (The Indian and Halifax Rivers)
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Flats Fishing
  • Backcountry Fishing

Tug Of War Charters - Mosquito Lagoon offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Drift Fishing
  • Flounder Gigging (December)

Top targeted fish species with Tug Of War Charters - Mosquito Lagoon include:
  • Black Drum
  • Redfish
  • Snook
  • Spotted Seatrout
  • Tarpon

Meet the Captain

Randy Kraft
Oak Hill, Florida, United States
19 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
105 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since February 2016
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Captain Randy Kraft is a true local – he was born and raised in Florida and has spent his entire life fishing the waters of the Sunshine State. He started his life outdoors by swimming with alligators in ponds and hanging out with Sharks on the surf. Capt. Randy is a full-time captain and he's incredibly passionate about passing on his knowledge and love of nature and the outdoors to everyone he meets. He has great respect for the wildlife and loves explaining what's going on in the water and the local history. Captain Randy runs two different boats and can accommodate larger groups.

About this listing

Targeted species

Black Drum Black Drum
Redfish Redfish
Snook Snook
Spotted Seatrout Spotted Seatrout

Boat specs

BackCountry (Flats boat) originally built in 2000, and restored in 2017. Powered by a 70HP Yamaha engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 40 knots.

Length
16 ft
Capacity
5 persons

Types of fishing

River Fishing
The Indian and Halifax Rivers
Inshore Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Drift Fishing
Flounder Gigging
December

Amenities

GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Wireless Trolling Motor
Ice Box
Cooler

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Drinks
water
Fishing License

Cancellation policy

Deposit non-refundable

If it is unsafe to travel, you may still cancel free of charge or change the date(s) of your booking.

Listing policies

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
5 year and over
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

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
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 4% charge will apply.

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 19 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (17)
Great trip caught a bull red
Great trip caught a bull red
Great trip caught a bull red
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Appropriate for children
93%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
88%
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Penghao Z.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fishing trip in May

VERIFIED   3 hour backwater fishing trip (AM) on May 26, 2023
Penghao Z. recommends Tug Of War Charters - Mosquito Lagoon
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Al L.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great trip caught a bull red

VERIFIED   NEW  4 hour backwater fishing trip (AM) on April 18, 2024
Caught mangrove snapper a sheepshead, a Jack cravelle and a 30 inch and a giant 47 inch bull red fish!  Captain Randy had...
Al L. recommends Tug Of War Charters - Mosquito Lagoon
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Eric F.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Oak hill fish trip SUCCESS!!!

VERIFIED   4 hour backwater fishing trip (AM) on February 22, 2024
Randy of tug of war charters was excellent.  I brought my 80 yr old mother and Randy helped her bait cast and take off fish....
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Santino S.
Fort Myers, FL
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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2 hour trip in Mosquito Lagoon

VERIFIED   2 hour backwater fishing trip (am) on July 29, 2023
Captain Randy is a very knowledgeable fisherman who will get you on the fish. My 12 year old had the best time and enjoyed...
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Robin S. K.
Excellent
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Experience:
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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February fishing trip

VERIFIED   3 hour backwater fishing trip (PM) on February 13, 2024
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