Flataddicted fishing charters
+48Orlando Florida is truly a wonderful place to visit, so come and experience it with Captain Tom Carver and his crew. We strive to make your day on the water a successful one, while providing outstanding service with a smile.
The Lagoon starts at the northern end known as Ponce Inlet and makes its way south to Merritt Island. The 20 plus miles of shallow flats averages between 1–6 feet of saltwater. This estuary gives life to many special creatures including the Florida Manatee and Bottlenose Dolphin. Kids love seeing the creatures freely swimming around the boat as we fish the flats. However, the common Stingray seems to amaze them the most.
Capt. Tom targets Redfish more than any other species due to the popularity and the amazing fight that they put up when caught on light tackle. Other possible catches are Snook, Tarpon, or Speckled Trout.
You’ll fish from a 22 foot Cobia bay boat. This vessel rides smoothly through shallow waters and she’s powered by a 200 HP Yamaha engine. The captain will make sure there’s everything you need for fishing onboard, so you only need to bring your snacks and drinks.
Captain
Tom Carver
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In demand! Last booked: 4 days ago
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+15Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
83%
Appropriate for children
83%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
87%
Caught fish
71%
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September fishing trip
1 hour fishing trip on September 18, 2024
I booked a 3hr charter 09-18-24 with Captain Tom on the Banana River as an anniversary surprise for hubby. We had not ever done any fishing in Florida before. We are from Minnesota and were on a trip to Walt Disney World, staying in Orlando. We made the easy drive over to Merritt Island early morning in time for the 7am launch. We found the boat slip and Captain Tom easily. The boat is immaculate with state of the art gadgets to assist with finding and marking fish. What we didn’t expect was the lack of bigger, hungry fish. The night before, there was a convergence of a super moon, harvest moon and a 3rd moon! We did catch fish, smol trout and a bunch of very fiesty Sailcats (maybe a type of catfish?) but bigger fish were elusive. We theorized the moons allowed the fish to eat during the nite so they were stuffed in the morning, no appetite! It wasn’t for lack of trying as Captain Tom kept us on the move, trying several different spots in an effort to catch bigger fish. Captain Tom really knows the area, having grown up fishing there and has entertaining stories. We had a great time regardless, it’s always a good morning when you can be in a boat, casting for fish😉 We would definitely charter again with Flat Addicted/Captain Tom. And will try to avoid a convergence of 3 moons in the future!
I booked a 3hr charter 09-18-24 with Captain Tom on the Banana River as an anniversary surprise for hubby. We had not ever done any fishing in Florida before. We are from Minnesota and were on a trip to Walt Disney World, staying in Orlando. We made the easy drive over to Merritt Island early morning in time for the 7am launch. We found the boat slip and Captain Tom easily. The boat is immaculate with state of the art gadgets to assist with finding and marking fish. What we didn’t expect...
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great trip
1 hour fishing trip on January 26, 2025
was a beautiful spot to be out on water, lots of nice houses to look at too. fished on a very quiet river channel along the ocean, we were pretty much the only boat out there! Fished in a lot of different spots along the river
was a beautiful spot to be out on water, lots of nice houses to look at too. fished on a very quiet river channel along the ocean, we were pretty much the only boat out there! Fished in a lot of different spots along the river
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Fishing in Florida
2 hour fishing trip on March 2, 2025
Me my son and wife had a great time fishing. That was my son and wife’s first time fishing on a small boat. The captain was very friendly and helpful with my son and wife.
Me my son and wife had a great time fishing. That was my son and wife’s first time fishing on a small boat. The captain was very friendly and helpful with my son and wife.
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Fishing charter
1 hour fishing trip on September 19, 2024
Tom was great. Nice conversations about trip and island and learned stuff we did not know. Great experience; did not have best luck at catching but really enjoyed ourselves.
Tom was great. Nice conversations about trip and island and learned stuff we did not know. Great experience; did not have best luck at catching but really enjoyed ourselves.
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Captain Tom was very responsive and worked to accommodate us even with the storm passing through days before.
1 hour fishing trip on August 7, 2024
Captain Tom was very responsive and worked to accommodate us even with the storm passing through days before. Learn a lot and caught trout and even a couple of keepers.
Captain Tom was very responsive and worked to accommodate us even with the storm passing through days before. Learn a lot and caught trout and even a couple of keepers.
FAQs about Flataddicted fishing charters
What are the trip rates for Flataddicted fishing charters?
Flataddicted fishing charters offers the following trip to customers:
- US $150 per person - 3 hour fishing trip (3 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Flataddicted fishing charters?
When you book a trip with Flataddicted fishing charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
- GPS
- Fishfinder
What's included in the trip price with Flataddicted fishing charters?
Trips booked with Flataddicted fishing charters include:
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Lures
- Fishing License
What types of fishing does Flataddicted fishing charters offer?
Flataddicted fishing charters offers the following types of fishing:
- River Fishing
- Inshore Fishing
- Flats Fishing
What fishing techniques does Flataddicted fishing charters offer?
Flataddicted fishing charters offers the following fishing techniques:
- Light Tackle
- Spinning
Which fish species can I catch with Flataddicted fishing charters?
Top targeted fish species with Flataddicted fishing charters include:
- Black Drum
- Redfish
- Snook
- Spotted Seatrout
- Tarpon
Your captain
Orlando, Florida, United States
"I’ve managed the fishing program for the Ritz Carlton Orlando, guided TV personalities for their fishing shows, taken famous people in the film industry, and was also featured for my guiding in magazines and on the radio." Captain Tom Carver knows this area really well, and takes a lot of pride in his job of giving customers a great experience. He wants you to experience Florida fishing as it should be.
The fish you can target
What is the boat like?
What kind of fishing will you do?
River Fishing
Inshore Fishing
Flats Fishing
Which fishing techniques you can try
Light Tackle
Spinning
Which amenities are available onboard
GPS
Fishfinder
What’s included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
Fishing License
How cancellations work
Free cancellation up to 30 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 30 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 not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
Catch and Release Mandatory
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
What’s biting in Orlando right now
Black Drum
Redfish
Snook
Tarpon