Fish Memphis Guide Service 

4.9/5 (72 reviews)
 710 Harbor Bend Road, Memphis, TN 38103, United States

You’ll be anything but blue as you sail through Memphis and beyond with Fish Memphis Guide Service. Traverse up to 50 miles of the famed Mississippi River to put some Catfish on the table, while also having the chance to test your strength against some trophy-sized monsters.

Let Captain Danny Paccasassi take you to the most productive spots. His passion for fishing started at the age of 5 when he went on his first trip. A professional firefighter, he works his love around his work and hopes to show each customer why he fell in love with the sport on these very waters.

Drift along the river aboard a 26’ SeaArk ProGuide 260 dual console. This powerful boat was only built in 2021 and still oozes a sense of brand newness. Fitted with plenty of seats for up to 5 guests, you’ll be in comfort throughout as you reach speeds of 40 knots thanks to the 300 HP Suzuki engine.

Built with fishing in mind, she features a fishfinder and GPS to get you right on top of the fish, along with a livewell to keep your bait fresh. Capt. Danny has even installed a wireless trolling motor for you to use to creep up close to your prey without making a peep, before luring them in.

Using live and cut bait, you’ll attract a bite of all sizes. Blue, Flathead, and Channel Catfish can be found in these productive waters. You’ll drift down the river trying to catch the bite of smaller fish on light tackle, while using heavier tackle will enable you to fish the bottom of the river for monster-sized beauties.

With trips running in the morning, afternoon, and night, there’s no reason not to come aboard. Capt. Danny has you all taken care of, all you need to do is grab your fishing license – online or in a local Bass Pro shop. Bring whatever food and drinks aboard and store it in the cooler.

Consider sunblock, sunglasses, hats, etc. and settle in for an incredible day’s fishing with Fish Memphis Guide Service.

Please note that the captain does not offer fish cleaning services.

Danny Paccasassi

Captain

Danny Paccasassi

9 years of experience

Highlights

 Live Bait
 You Keep Catch
 Child Friendly
 Ice Box
 Rods, reels & tackle

Plan your trip

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4 Hour Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
Price for up to 3 people
US $500 
Afternoon trip
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 12:30 PM
Price for up to 3 people
US $500 
4 Hour Trip (5PM)
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 5:00 PM
Price for up to 3 people
US $600 
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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.9/5
out of 5 stars from 72 reviews
Boat
5.0/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
4.9/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (142)

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Angler rating

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Anglers claimed

Good experience

100%

Appropriate for children

100%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

96%

Caught fish

84%

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Kyla H.
Kyla H.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great with our 12 year old son!

VERIFIED

Afternoon trip on March 24, 2025

Our trip with Danny was a great experience! Our son has recently become very interested in fishing and had lots of questions for Danny. He was great teaching him how to fish and things to think about at home. Danny knew where to go on the river and how to get the catfish to bite. He also took pics of our family with the catches which made mom happy as well! A+ trip! Highly recommend!

Our trip with Danny was a great experience! Our son has recently become very interested in fishing and had lots of questions for Danny. He was great teaching him how to fish and things to think about at home. Danny knew where to go on the river and how to get the catfish to bite. He also took pics of our family with the catches which made mom happy as well! A+ trip! Highly recommend!  

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 Kyla H. recommends Fish Memphis Guide Service
Danny Paccasassi
Danny Paccasassi (The Captain)
Replied on March 25, 2025
Thx again guys for coming out fishing! I enjoyed it too!
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Joe C.
Joe C.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

November fishing trip

VERIFIED

Afternoon trip on November 3, 2024

Great, great, great! The experience of fishing on the Mississippi River with Captain Danny’s guidance was the best way to end a mini vacation in Memphis!! We rank it as the BEST experience we’ve had. If you’re thinking of booking a fishing trip on the Mississippi River, you can’t go wrong with Captain Danny and Fish Memphis Guide Service. Thank you Captain Danny for this awesome, unforgettable experience!!!! Cruz family

Great, great, great! The experience of fishing on the Mississippi River with Captain Danny’s guidance was the best way to end a mini vacation in Memphis!! We rank it as the BEST experience we’ve had. If you’re thinking of booking a fishing trip on the Mississippi River, you can’t go wrong with Captain Danny and Fish Memphis Guide Service. Thank you Captain Danny for this awesome, unforgettable experience!!!! Cruz family  

 Joe C. recommends Fish Memphis Guide Service
Danny Paccasassi
Danny Paccasassi (The Captain)
Replied on November 4, 2024
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Lou B.
Lou B.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great catfishing trip!

VERIFIED

4 Hour Trip (AM) on March 18, 2025

Took my 12 year old son along for a Mississippi river catfishing adventure to round out our Memphis spring break trip. Ended up landing a 30lb monster Blue, the biggest either of us had ever caught! Captain Danny sure knew the spot to put us on some fish.

Took my 12 year old son along for a Mississippi river catfishing adventure to round out our Memphis spring break trip. Ended up landing a 30lb monster Blue, the biggest either of us had ever caught! Captain Danny sure knew the spot to put us on some fish.  

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 Lou B. recommends Fish Memphis Guide Service
Danny Paccasassi
Danny Paccasassi (The Captain)
Replied on March 27, 2025
Thx again Lou! I’m glad it worked out for you guys!

Rebecca B.
Rebecca B.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Excellent Fishing on the Mississippi

VERIFIED

4 Hour Trip (AM) on May 19, 2025

Highly recommend this fishing trip for anyone looking to do some fishing on the Mississippi in Memphis area. Danny is an excellent guide, very knowledgeable, did a great job helping the kids reel in some nice catfish. Great experience!

Highly recommend this fishing trip for anyone looking to do some fishing on the Mississippi in Memphis area. Danny is an excellent guide, very knowledgeable, did a great job helping the kids reel in some nice catfish. Great experience!  

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 Rebecca B. recommends Fish Memphis Guide Service
Danny Paccasassi
Danny Paccasassi (The Captain)
Replied on May 20, 2025
Thanks again guys I had a great time as well!

Brian H.
Brian H.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great Experience

VERIFIED

4 Hour Trip (5PM) on May 19, 2025

Family came into town to visit and we wanted to go out on the river fishing. Danny was an excellent guide and took us right to the fish. We had two lines with catfish on the first five minutes.

Family came into town to visit and we wanted to go out on the river fishing. Danny was an excellent guide and took us right to the fish. We had two lines with catfish on the first five minutes.  

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 Brian H. recommends Fish Memphis Guide Service
Danny Paccasassi
Danny Paccasassi (The Captain)
Replied on May 20, 2025
Thx again guys! I really appreciate your support and enjoyed it as well!

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FAQs about Fish Memphis Guide Service

What are the trip rates for Fish Memphis Guide Service?

Fish Memphis Guide Service offers the following trips to customers:

  • US $500 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 4 Hour Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $500 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - Afternoon trip (4 hours)
  • US $600 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 4 Hour Trip (5PM) (4 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Fish Memphis Guide Service?

When you book a trip with Fish Memphis Guide Service, you can expect the following amenities onboard:

  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Wireless Trolling Motor
  • Ice Box Cooler and ice provided
What's included in the trip price with Fish Memphis Guide Service?

Trips booked with Fish Memphis Guide Service include:

  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait (Live & Cut bait)
What types of fishing does Fish Memphis Guide Service offer?

Fish Memphis Guide Service offers the following type of fishing:

  • River Fishing (Mississippi River in a 50 mile radius of Memphis)
What fishing techniques does Fish Memphis Guide Service offer?

Fish Memphis Guide Service offers the following fishing techniques:

  • Light Tackle (Medium action rods for drift fishing )
  • Heavy Tackle (Medium Heavy rods for bottom fishing )
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Jigging
  • Drift Fishing
Which fish species can I catch with Fish Memphis Guide Service?

Top targeted fish species with Fish Memphis Guide Service include:

  • Catfish

Meet your captain

Danny Paccasassi

Memphis, Tennessee, United States

3 Fishing Reports
72 Customer reviews
Response time 4 hours
Member since February 2019

Born and raised right here on the Mississippi River the picture shows it all. That’s me at 10 years old and fishing has been my passion since my first trip at the age of 5 on this river and I’m pretty good at it! It’s the reason why I chose a career to become a Memphis firefighter since my work schedule allows 20 days off each month to pursue fishing. You and your guest will have me as your sole captain on your private trip and we’ll practice safety and fun at all times. The trips and times are customizable by you so before you pick an exact day to go please confirm with me first.

Fish you can target

Catfish
Catfish

Your boat

Boat Image
Boat category
Speed boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
26 ft
Year built
2021
Boat manufacturer
SeaArk ProGuide 260
Boat type
Dual console

Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
1 x 300HP
Max cruising speed
40 knots

Where you can fish

River Fishing

Mississippi River in a 50 mile radius of Memphis

How you can fish

Light Tackle

Medium action rods for drift fishing

Heavy Tackle

Medium Heavy rods for bottom fishing

Bottom Fishing

Trolling

Jigging

Drift Fishing

What's on board

GPS

Fishfinder

Live Bait Well

Wireless Trolling Motor

Ice Box

Cooler and ice provided

Included in the price

Rods, reels & tackle

Live Bait

Live & Cut bait

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 14 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 14 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

Over 10 years old recommended

You Keep Catch

Under 15lbs if desired. No cleaning provided.

Catch and Release Allowed

Disabled Accessible

How to pay

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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