Back At It Fishing Charters

Captian Mike is a world traveled Professional Captain and Mate and has spent most of his life fishing up and down the East Coast, the Bahamas, Bermuda and Mexico. He started fishing at a young age becoming a 4th generation fisherman. His passion is fishing and enjoys teaching others. Captian Mike would love to show you our year round local fishery and what it has to offer! From - Backwater to Bluewater he’s got you covered! We have a wonderful fishery here in the nations oldest city and Captain Mike will show you an unforgettable experience!

Behind the helm of Back At It Fishing Charters, he specializes in St. Augustine’s famous flats, backcountry waters, inlets, and nearshore fishing grounds, home to a huge host of incredible species – Redfish, feisty Tarpon, and plenty more. Get ready to experience inshore Florida fishing at its finest!

You’ll be fishing from Capt. Mike’s 22’ Pathfinder bay boat, perfectly built to navigate Florida’s seriously shallow flats and skinny backcountry waters. She can accommodate up to 4 guests, so bring along your family, or indulge in some friendly competition with your best angling buddies. On board, you’ll find top-notch navigational and safety gear, and a wireless trolling motor so you can sneak up on your catch.

There’s a reason why Capt. Mike named his charter “Back At It” – he specializes in exploring this area’s incredible backcountry, as well as the flats and local inlets. You’ll have the chance to experience light tackle backwater fishing, head to the Intracoastal waterway, and even bottom fish, depending on what will provide the best experience.



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    Fall / Winter Special AM
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Sep 21 - Jan 1
    US $500
    Join Mike on this 4-hour trip, suitable for guests of all ages and skill levels. Your captain will mainly have you exploring St. Augustine's world-famous flats and backwaters, using light tackle techniques, but you'll be able to fish in the Intracoastal waterway and nearby inlets, depending on when you visit. You'll be targeting huge bull Redfish, Snook, Tarpon, Needlefish, and whatever else happens to be biting. Your trip includes rods, reels, bait, tackle, and a fishing license. Departure times vary.
    Targeted fish
    Tarpon
    Tarpon
    Black Drum
    Black Drum
    Flounder
    Flounder
    Sheepshead
    Sheepshead
  • Private trip
    Fall / Winter Special PM
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    Seasonal trip Sep 21 - Jan 1
    US $500
    Join Mike on this 4-hour trip, suitable for guests of all ages and skill levels. Your captain will mainly have you exploring St. Augustine's world-famous flats and backwaters, using light tackle techniques, but you'll be able to fish in the Intracoastal waterway and nearby inlets, depending on when you visit. You'll be targeting huge bull Redfish, Snook, Tarpon, Needlefish, and whatever else happens to be biting. Your trip includes rods, reels, bait, tackle, and a fishing license. Departure times vary.
    Targeted fish
    Tarpon
    Tarpon
    Black Drum
    Black Drum
    Flounder
    Flounder
    Sheepshead
    Sheepshead
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $550
    Join Mike on this 4-hour trip, suitable for guests of all ages and skill levels. Your captain will mainly have you exploring St. Augustine's world-famous flats and backwaters, using light tackle techniques, but you'll be able to fish in the Intracoastal waterway and nearby inlets, depending on when you visit. You'll be targeting huge bull Redfish, Snook, Tarpon, Needlefish, and whatever else happens to be biting. Your trip includes rods, reels, bait, tackle, and a fishing license. Departure times vary.
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (PM)
    In demand! Last booked: 3 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
    US $550
  • Private trip
    Near Coastal
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    US $600
    Targeted fish
    Barracuda (Great)
    Great Barracuda
    Cobia
    Cobia
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Sailfish
    Sailfish
    Tarpon
    Tarpon
    Black Drum
    Black Drum
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Shark (Hammerhead)
    Hammerhead Shark
    Pompano
    Pompano
    Speckled Trout
    Speckled Trout
    Snapper (Vermilion)
    Vermilion Snapper
    Snapper (Lane)
    Lane Snapper
  • Private trip
    3/4 Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $750
    This 6-hour trip will give you more time out on the water, which means you'll increase your chances of hooking a wide variety of world-famous Floridian species! Capt. Mike will have you exploring the local backcountry waters, flats, and nearby inlets, targeting anything from the "Silver King" (Tarpon), huge Redfish, Needlefish, Jack Crevalle, Snook, and whatever else is biting. He'll have you trying out a variety of techniques, including using light tackle. Rods, reels, bait, tackle, and license included.
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $900
    If you're looking to experience the best that St. Augustine's waters have to offer, then this 8-hour trip is the one for you! You'll spend plenty of time exploring the famous flats, back country, nearby inlets, and inshore waters of this area – which means you'll have the chance to hook a huge variety of species. This includes anything from huge bull Redfish, to hard-fighting Tarpon, Grouper species, Red Snapper, Snook, Cobia, and plenty more. Rods, reels, bait, tackle, and your license are all included.
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FAQs about Back At It Fishing Charters

Back At It Fishing Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $500 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Fall / Winter Special AM (4 hours)
  • US $500 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Fall / Winter Special PM (4 hours)
  • US $550 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $550 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $600 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Near Coastal (4 hours)
  • US $750 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 3/4 Day Trip (6 hours)
  • US $900 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Full Day Trip (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Back At It Fishing Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Wireless Trolling Motor
  • Outriggers
  • Ice Box
  • Radar

Trips booked with Back At It Fishing Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Mainly Shimano)
  • Live Bait (Caught on the way out or purchased beforehand)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Drinks
  • Fishing License

Back At It Fishing Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing
  • Flats Fishing
  • Backcountry Fishing

Back At It Fishing Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Popping
  • Drift Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Back At It Fishing Charters include:
  • Black Drum
  • Cobia
  • Flounder
  • Jack Crevalle
  • Pompano
  • Redfish
  • Sheepshead
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Snook
  • Tarpon
  • Tripletail

Meet the Captain

Mike Cacchio
St. Augustine, Florida, United States
41 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
36 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since September 2018
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Captain Mike spent his early childhood fishing on the local creeks and marshlands for redfish, trout, flounder, black drum and several other local species. It is safe to say that a love for angling runs in the family – he’s a 4th generation fisherman, so fishing came naturally to him! During his teenage years he worked as a mate on several boats, and after high school, he continued his education in the fishing and boating industry. He spent the next period of his life traveling and fishing the offshore canyons of the Western Atlantic, Bermuda, St. Thomas, the Bahamas, Mexico and other prime fishing locations. In 2009, he decided to settle in St. Augustine, and started running inshore trips. He welcomes every type of angler on his vessel, from novices to experts. He loves teaching kids how to fish and introducing them to the world of saltwater fishing. From novice to seasoned vet, you wont be disappointed.

About this listing

Targeted species

Black Drum Black Drum
Cobia Cobia
Flounder Flounder
Jack Crevalle Jack Crevalle

Boat specs

Pathfinder (Bay boat) originally built in 2022. Powered by a 250HP Yamaha engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 40 knots.

Length
22 ft
Capacity
4 persons

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Wreck Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Popping
Drift Fishing

Amenities

GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Wireless Trolling Motor
Outriggers
Ice Box

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Mainly Shimano
Live Bait
Caught on the way out or purchased beforehand
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Drinks
Fishing License

Cancellation policy

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.

Listing policies

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
Aged 5 and up
You Keep Catch
Within legal sizes/limits
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

Pay online in full

Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.

No additional fees.
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
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3.5% charge will apply.

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 36 reviews
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (28)
Half day trip in early March
Half day trip in early March
Half day trip in early March
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Angler rating
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Good experience
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Friendly captain
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Recommend this charter
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Appropriate for children
96%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
85%
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Jeff B.
Oregon, WI
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Half day trip in early March

NEW  Half Day Trip (AM) on March 5, 2024
My brother and I fished two half days with Captain Mike. Poor weather and an El Niño made for difficult fishing but Captain...
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Edward R.
Excellent
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Experience:
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Overall

Do Not Hesitate! One of the best!

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip on October 3, 2023
My wife and I have over 250 days fishing with Charter Captains around the world, including numerous Tournaments. Capt. Mike...
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LeNeal P.
Saint Johns, Florida
Excellent
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Awesome day on the water!!!

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip on September 24, 2023
Captain Mike put us on the fish. This was my very first fishing charter and it blew away my expectations. Captain Mike...
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Jeff C.
Excellent
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Family Friendly

VERIFIED   NEW  Near Coastal on March 15, 2024
Captain Mike was great with our novice crew! Put us right on the fish and was patient! Thanks Captain Mike!
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James B.
Excellent
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
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5.0 / 5
Overall

Nice boat, knowledgeable captain

VERIFIED   Fall / Winter Special PM on September 29, 2023
It was a a tough fishing day (high winds & currents) but Mike worked hard to put us on the fish. After fishing several spots,...
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