The Fishing Trip
The Fishing Trip
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Captain Doug Hicks Fishing Charters offer first class fishing trips around New Smyrna Beach and Daytona Beach.
From deep sea fishing in the blue Atlantic waters to backcountry fishing along the beautiful coastal rivers and lagoons, Captain Doug will show you the best of Florida fishing near Daytona Beach. You could be fishing inshore for the biggest Tarpon, Redfish, Trout and Snook, or, if your passion is fishing for offshore species, you can target Red Snapper, Grouper, Kingfish, Dolphin, Mangrove Snapper, Sharks, Cobia and many others.
Capt. Doug Hicks has over 28 years experience fishing the area and his family has been living in the area for six generations.
Captain Doug Hicks Fishing Charters offer first class fishing trips around New Smyrna Beach and Daytona Beach.
From deep sea fishing in the blue Atlantic waters to backcountry fishing along the beautiful coastal rivers and lagoons, Captain Doug will show you the best of Florida fishing near Daytona Beach. You could be fishing inshore for the biggest Tarpon, Redfish, Trout and Snook, or, if your passion is fishing for offshore species, you can target Red Snapper, Grouper, Kingfish, Dolphin, Mangrove Snapper, Sharks, Cobia and many others.
Capt. Doug Hicks has over 28 years experience fishing the area and his family has been living in the area for six generations.
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Anglers' gallery (9)
Reviews (14)
David Kaheh5.0VerifiedGreat Captain, Friendly & Personable
3/4 Trip - Inshore and/or Nearshore on December 27, 2025 • 2 adultsI am writing to share how much we enjoyed our recent trip with you. You were a great captain—personable, friendly, and engaged in conversation. We especially appreciated you sharing your great fishing stories, area knowledge, and history. The weather was also perfect. We highly recommend you to anyone looking for an awesome experience. Thabk you again and looking forward to book our next trip with you again.
Kristin FavaloroRepeat angler5.0VerifiedGreat trip!
Inshore Trip - Morning on August 13, 2026 • 6 adults • 2 childrenWe caught fish the whole trip! From catfish, puffer fish, whitings, sea trout, mangrove snapper, and sheeps head to 2 monster redfish! One is dinner the other was too big to keep!
Carrie Rigsby5.0VerifiedHighly recommend
Inshore Trip - Morning on December 28, 2025 • 2 adultsOutstanding captain and an unforgettable experience. He went above and beyond in every way to ensure my husband and son had a great trip. Highly recommend!
James Rundle5.0VerifiedAwesome father and son duo!
Inshore Trip - Morning on March 31, 2026 • 2 adultsWe have a great time. Captain Doug and his son were awesome. Super helpful and approachable about everything on the boat!
Pat DonnachieRepeat angler5.0VerifiedThe Fishing Trip Experience
Inshore Trip - Morning on April 2, 2026 • 2 adultsGreat weather and a good time was had with Capt Hicks. We caught a variety of fish at different locations. We were provided excellent assistance with bait, rod and tackle. Boat size and performance was great. We highly recommend The Fishing Trip experience with Capt Hi ks.
Shaun WestfallRepeat angler5.0VerifiedAwesome day
Half Day Trip - Morning Offshore on July 25, 2026 • 4 adults • 3 childrenDoug and his son got us into the fish. Great gear, great boat
Evan D5.0Verifiedgreat day
3/4 Trip - Inshore and/or Nearshore on May 2, 2026 • 2 adultsCaptain Doug and crew know how to have a great day fishing!!
Nicholas BrishRepeat angler5.0VerifiedGreat Trip!
Inshore Trip - Morning on March 16, 2026 • 1 adultcapt. doug and his son were fantastic to fish with. they put me on fish, never let a hook go un baited and got everything netted and into the boat fast. had a great time 10/10 recomendation for anyone fishing in this area!
Dianna Hinshaw5.0VerifiedFishing with Doug
Full Day Trip Offshore (8hours) on June 13, 2026 • 6 adults • 2 children
Brandon Williams5.0VerifiedFishing with Doug
Half Day Trip - Afternoon Inshore on May 19, 2026 • 2 adults
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All reviews (14)
I am writing to share how much we enjoyed our recent trip with you. You were a great captain—personable, friendly, and engaged in conversation. We especially appreciated you sharing your great fishing stories, area knowledge, and history. The weather was also perfect. We highly recommend you to anyone looking for an awesome experience. Thabk you again and looking forward to book our next trip with you again.
We caught fish the whole trip! From catfish, puffer fish, whitings, sea trout, mangrove snapper, and sheeps head to 2 monster redfish! One is dinner the other was too big to keep!
You have a great family, and we enjoyed having you all aboard! see y’all next time.
Great weather and a good time was had with Capt Hicks. We caught a variety of fish at different locations. We were provided excellent assistance with bait, rod and tackle. Boat size and performance was great. We highly recommend The Fishing Trip experience with Capt Hi ks.
Thank you for the great review! I’m glad you had a fun day on the water and enjoyed the variety of fish. It was a pleasure having you aboard, and I appreciate you recommending The Fishing Trip experience. Hope to see you out again soon!
Doug and his son got us into the fish. Great gear, great boat
Thanks Shaun! we had a great time fishing with you!
Captain Doug and crew know how to have a great day fishing!!
FAQs about The Fishing Trip
- US $450 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Shark Trip (3 hours)
- US $475 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Inshore Trip - Morning (3 hours)
- US $700 per group, additional US $65 per person after 2 guests - 3/4 Trip - Inshore and/or Nearshore (6 hours)
- US $725 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip - Morning Offshore (4 hours)
- US $850 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 3/4 Day Trip - Offshore (6 hours)
- US $975 per group, additional US $65 per person after 2 guests - Full Day Trip Offshore (8hours) (8 hours)
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Live bait well
- Wireless trolling motor
- Outriggers
- Radio
- Sonar
- Radar
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Live bait (We typically have baits prior to the charter, although, if we see a school of bait run by that may be useful we may cast net them.)
- Lures
- Catch cleaning & filleting (Fish cleaning is always included in the trip!)
- First mate (First mate Devyn Hicks is Captain Doug’s son and a key part of our family-run operation. He knows these waters and works hard to make every guest feel welcome, supported, and ready to fish.)
- Fishing license (Umbrella state and federal licenses are provided for all passengers on board.)
- Inshore fishing
- Nearshore fishing
- Offshore fishing (Depending on the season, we run 6–30 miles offshore in the blue Atlantic. Expect a true offshore day with conditions varying by the forecast as we target pelagic and bottom species where the bite is best.)
- Reef fishing
- Wreck fishing
- Backcountry fishing
- Light tackle
- Heavy tackle
- Bottom fishing
- Trolling
- Spinning
- Jigging
- Drift fishing
- Deep sea fishing
- Amberjack
- Black Drum
- Flounder
- Grouper (Black)
- Jack Crevalle
- Redfish
- Shark (Hammerhead)
- Snapper (Mangrove)
- Snapper (Red)
- Snook
- Speckled Trout
- Tarpon
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Amberjack
Black Drum
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