What does your dream fishing trip look like? How about exploring the wild, wonderful coastline of Keaton Beach, Florida, and its bounty of Redfish, Cobia, and more? Maybe scooping up lots of scallops? Salty Tails Charters can’t wait to share this slice of paradise with you!

Being a Louisiana native, Captain Champ Klein was introduced to bayous, ponds, and rivers at a young age, and his love for the water has only grown since then. He has lived in Florida for almost thirty years and specializes in introducing beginners and experienced anglers to famous Gulf of Mexico’s grass flats and nearby inshore areas — as well as the species that thrive there!

You’ll be cruising these locations on a 20’ Island Bay Sportsman. She can comfortably accommodate two anglers plus the captain and her size makes her perfect for sneaking up on Flounder and Seatrout. She comes fully decked out with all the necessary navigational and safety equipment.

Capt. Champ believes that fishing is for everyone and his charter is child-friendly. Looking for the perfect family adventure? Why not try scalloping? Your captain is more than happy to guide you on this popular Floridian-style easter egg hunt and snorkeling equipment is even included to help you spot your scallops. Just make sure you let him know that you want to give it a go when booking your trip!

Salty Tails Charters provides top-quality Penn equipment, as well as Topwater baits and lures to entice your big catch. Water and sodas are provided.

Whether you’re looking to try some flats fishing in a picture-perfect setting or want to haul in as many scallops as you can possibly handle, Salty Tails Charter has the perfect trip for you! Your dream adventure is waiting.



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip – Scalloping (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Jun 15 - Sep 5
    US $400
    There's no better way to start the day than scallop hunting with your family and friends. You'll be provided with snorkeling equipment and the captain will make sure you have fun. Up to 6 people.
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip – Scalloping (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    Seasonal trip Jun 15 - Sep 5
    US $400
    This eventful afternoon trip will see you scalloping for 4 hours. You're guaranteed to have a blast and the captain will provide you with top-notch snorkeling gear. Up to 6 people.
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $400
    If you're an early riser, this is the perfect trip for you! You'll be heading to the flats and inshore areas of Keaton Beach and targeting species such as Redfish, Cobia, Flounder, and Spotted Seatrout.
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (PM)
    In demand! Last booked: 4 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 2:00 PM
    US $400
    Want to sleep in before you reel in your big catch? This afternoon trip will see you heading to the flats and inshore areas of Keaton Beach in pursuit of species such as Redfish, Cobia, Flounder, and Spotted Seatrout.
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $500
    If you prefer to be a bit longer on the water, this is the trip for you. It'll take you between 1 and 5 miles to get on fish, and you'll be targeting Flounder, Spotted Seatrout, and more in the flats and inshore areas of Keaton beach.
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    US $500
    Sleep in late and target Flounder, Spotted Seatrout, Redfish, and more in the flats and inshore areas of Keaton beach on this amazing morning trip.
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FAQs about Salty Tails Charters

Salty Tails Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $400 per group - Half Day Trip – Scalloping (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $400 per group - Half Day Trip – Scalloping (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $400 per group - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $400 per group - Half Day Trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $500 per group - 6 Hour Trip (AM) (6 hours)
  • US $500 per group - 6 Hour Trip (PM) (6 hours)

When you book a trip with Salty Tails Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Snorkeling Equipment Available on scalloping trips only
  • Live Bait Well
  • Ice Box 2 coolers during summer

Trips booked with Salty Tails Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Penn, Abu Garcia)
  • Live Bait (if I can get it)
  • Lures (Topwater)
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Drinks (water)
  • Fishing License

Salty Tails Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Flats Fishing

Salty Tails Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Popping

Top targeted fish species with Salty Tails Charters include:
  • Cobia
  • Flounder
  • Redfish
  • Spotted Seatrout

Meet the Captain

Champ Klein
Perry, Florida, United States
6 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
38 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since July 2018
Being a Louisiana Cajun Boy and from a family that loves the outdoors as much as I do, I was introduced to the outdoors at a very young age. I was blessed with the opportunity to move and live in Florida in '89. I have fished in Louisiana bayous, ponds, and rivers, as well as the Gulf Mexico. I've even caught Crawfish in ditches! I've also fished in Florida on the Atlantic side, St. Johns River and the Gulf of Mexico grass flats. My name is Captain Champ Klein and I cannot wait to share a piece of Keaton Beach Florida paradise with you and your family. So come on down for a morning or evening trip and make memories that will last a lifetime!

About this listing

Targeted species

Cobia Cobia
Flounder Flounder
Redfish Redfish
Spotted Seatrout Spotted Seatrout

Boat specs

Island Bay Sportsman (Bay boat) originally built in 2017. Powered by a 115HP Yamaha engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 36 knots.

Length
20 ft
Capacity
3 persons

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Flats Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Popping

Amenities

GPS
Fishfinder
Snorkeling Equipment
Available on scalloping trips only
Live Bait Well
Ice Box
2 coolers during summer

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Penn, Abu Garcia
Live Bait
if I can get it
Lures
Topwater
Catch cleaning & filleting
Drinks
water
Fishing License

Cancellation policy

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.

Listing policies

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
No Smoking
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

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
PayPal

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
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Aaron W.
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Phenomenal trip

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip (AM) on November 5, 2023
Awesome guide that was very patient with my 7 year old. Caught lots of fish and have memories forever, plus fish to eat. Truly...
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Salty Tails Charter was excellent!!!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip – Scalloping (AM) on June 24, 2023
Great day on the water with Captain Champ!! It was our 1st time scalloping!! We had a great time!! We will definitely be back!!...
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Great day on the water!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on October 24, 2023
Capt. Champ was awesome.  Had a great time.  He assisted with everything.  Baited my wife’s hook constantly.  Loved that. ...
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Aaron S.
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Great Time

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on June 22, 2022
I have been on a half dozen or so chartered/guided fishing trips. This was the best one I’ve ever been on. Fishing Captain...
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Gary F.
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Fishing trip in February

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on February 14, 2023
Went yesterday Feb 14 weather was great and captain did a great job of finding the fish limited out of trout all and all would...
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