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Southern Thunder Charters – Offshore

If you’ve always dreamed of taking Central Florida’s famous fishing grounds by storm, make Southern Thunder Charters your first point of call! With native Floridian Captain Bryan Mincey at the helm, this charter offers guests the chance to hook a huge host of colorful pelagic fish, thanks to the expert advice and guidance on offer. Come aboard and get ready for a first-class fishing experience!

Capt. Bryan specializes in tailoring his angling adventures to perfectly suit your wishes – so whether you’ve always wanted to hook a trophy Sailfish, or are looking for some tasty Mahi Mahi to fill your cooler, just let him know. You don’t have to be a hardened angler to join him, either – guests who are just starting out their fishing careers are more than welcome, as well as children. Why not make this a father-son bonding trip to remember?

You’ll be traveling to the hotspots on board your captain’s 19’ Mako center console, perfectly built to tackle these offshore waters. She can accommodate up to 2 guests, making her the perfect option if you’re looking for that personal touch, or want plenty of hands-on action. There’s room on board for both anglers to tangle lines at the same time, so get ready for some friendly competition! In addition, your vessel is decked out with top-notch navigational and safety gear.

It’s all about world-famous big game fish here – the hard-fighting species on offer, such as Mahi Mahi, Jack Crevalle, and Sailfish, are much sought-after, and provide plenty of rod-bending action. Get ready for battle as you troll these waters in anticipation of a seriously big bite! Capt. Bryan will show you his favorite tips and tricks to conquer your opponent, and will even fillet your catch for you afterwards, depending on local restrictions.

Your trip includes top-quality rods and reels that’ll hold their own against these hard-fighting fish, as well as bait, tackle, and a license. Come aboard Southern Thunder Charters for an incredible offshore adventure!



Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 89 reviews
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Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Appropriate for children
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Satisfied with the boat
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Caught fish
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Sarah S.
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Perfect day out!

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on February 15, 2024
My 14yo son and I had an absolute blast with Bryan. He was friendly, knowledgeable and you can tell he actually enjoyed being...
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Mahi! What a morning!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on June 15, 2024
Third time going out on Southern Thunder and yet again Captain Bryan was awesome! We fished hard, looking for snapper, we caught...
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Brandon M.
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Awesome day!

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip (AM) on November 25, 2024
Bryan was awesome and we caught some great fish. I would definitely recommend and we’ll be back next time in the area!
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Sarah S.
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Our families 4th outing with Captain Bryan!

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on July 30, 2024
Always a pleasure fishing with Captain Bryan! He knows his stuff and is happy to answer every question you have, even if it’s...
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Great trip

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on October 14, 2024
Once again Captain Bryan worked hard to put us on fish, We caught Snook, Cobia, and Jacks!!
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FAQs about Southern Thunder Charters – Offshore

Southern Thunder Charters – Offshore offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $650 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $650 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $900 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - Full Day Trip (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Southern Thunder Charters – Offshore, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well

Trips booked with Southern Thunder Charters – Offshore include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Penn and Shimano)
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Drinks
  • Fishing License

Southern Thunder Charters – Offshore offers the following types of fishing:
  • Offshore Fishing
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing

Southern Thunder Charters – Offshore offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling

Top targeted fish species with Southern Thunder Charters – Offshore include:
  • Amberjack
  • Barracuda (Great)
  • Bonito
  • Cobia
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Jack Crevalle
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Sailfish
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Snapper (Vermilion)
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Wahoo

Your captain

Bryan Mincey
Melbourne Beach, Florida, United States
45 Fishing Reports
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234 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since September 2017
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I have been fishing since I was a small boy with my Dad. I remember waking up every Saturday to go wade fishing with my Dad or watching Flip Pallet on his TV show "Walkers Cay Chronicles." Ever since then, I have wanted to be a fishing guide. I love sharing my knowledge of fishing with others and seeing the big smile on their face when they reel in a big one!

The fish you can target

Amberjack Amberjack
Barracuda (Great) Great Barracuda
Bonito Bonito
Cobia Cobia

What the boat is like

Boat Image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
3 persons
Boat length
20 ft
Year built
2004
Boat manufacturer
Capehorn
Boat type
Center console

Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
1 x 200HP

Which types of fishing are offered

Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Penn and Shimano
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Drinks
Fishing License

How cancellations work

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.

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
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

How you can pay

Pay online in full

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

No additional fees.
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
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Mastercard
American Express

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