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Captain Wayne is a four-time golden hook recipient who knows exactly what the fish want! All trips include top-notch fishing gear, fresh caught bait, tournament level lures, and a crew that knows what to do! We are tackled up to land them as big as they grow!

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Trip availability and prices

  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $795
    Anglers looking to get better acquainted with the local fishing will find this trip to be ideal for them. You'll be able to either fish for seasonal species on the rich reef fishing grounds or head offshore for some exciting pelagic fishing.
    Targeted fish
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Marlin (Blue)
    Blue Marlin
    Marlin (White)
    White Marlin
    Sailfish
    Sailfish
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
    Grouper (Black)
    Black Grouper
    Marlin (Striped)
    Striped Marlin
    Snapper (Mutton)
    Mutton Snapper
    Snapper (Yellowtail)
    Yellowtail Snapper
    Tripletail
    Tripletail
    Tuna (Blackfin)
    Blackfin Tuna
    Pompano
    Pompano
  • Private trip
    3/4 Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $995
    Compared to the half-day options, this trip will allow you to get a bit more specific regarding the species you'd like to target. Having a bit more time on the water will allow you to chase your target until you get an opportunity at a catch you'll be proud of!
    Targeted fish
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Marlin (Blue)
    Blue Marlin
    Sailfish
    Sailfish
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
    Grouper (Black)
    Black Grouper
    Snapper (Mutton)
    Mutton Snapper
    Snapper (Yellowtail)
    Yellowtail Snapper
    Tripletail
    Tripletail
    Tuna (Blackfin)
    Blackfin Tuna
    Pompano
    Pompano
    Grouper (Scamp)
    Scamp Grouper
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $1,300
    This trip is meant for the most avid of anglers, who want to chase the catch of their dreams all day long. Discuss your goals and preferences with the captain and set off to catch some of the most prized species swimming in these famous waters!
    Targeted fish
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Marlin (Blue)
    Blue Marlin
    Sailfish
    Sailfish
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
    Snapper (Mutton)
    Mutton Snapper
    Snapper (Yellowtail)
    Yellowtail Snapper
    Tripletail
    Tripletail
    Tuna (Blackfin)
    Blackfin Tuna
    Pompano
    Pompano
    Cero Mackerel
    Cero Mackerel
    Grouper (Scamp)
    Scamp Grouper
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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.6 / 5
out of 5 stars from 148 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.6 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.4 / 5
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
87%
Friendly captain
98%
Recommend this charter
87%
Appropriate for children
88%
Satisfied with the boat
95%
Caught fish
80%
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Linda S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great Day for a Birthday Day of Fishing

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on June 15, 2024
The Danica Anne is a great boat and just as the advertisement described. Loved having air conditioning and bathroom. Captain...
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Kenneth H.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Good Haul with Captain Wayne Parker

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on February 29, 2024
We started the day a bit worried.  The water was a little rough and we spent quite a bit of time trolling trying to find the...
Kenneth H. recommends Danica Anne Sportfishing
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Dan B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Captain Parker on Danica Ann and first mate Alex were so helpful, found the fish and made every easy. A terrific day!! Caught...
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Eliezer D.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great fishing trip

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip on December 2, 2023
The trip was great, captain was very knowledgeable and took us right to were the fish was.The mate lady was right on top of...
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Michael B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great Day

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on July 23, 2024
Wayne was great.  Would definitely go out with him again.  Entire family had a great time.
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FAQs about Danica Anne Sportfishing

Danica Anne Sportfishing offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $795 per group - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $995 per group - 3/4 Day Trip (6 hours)
  • US $1,300 per group - Full Day Trip (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Danica Anne Sportfishing, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet Just a regular bathroom like at your house, no bucket required ??
  • Air Conditioning
  • Fighting Chair
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Flybridge
  • Live Bait Well
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Multimedia System
  • Outriggers
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with Danica Anne Sportfishing include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait (Sometimes the fish want a little meat with their plastic ? so we do quite a bit of live baiting at no charge to you!)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (We do not charge for cleaning and filleting your catch, and we do it right here on the boat! )
  • First Mate (We always provide a first mate. The customary tip is 30%. Our mates work very hard. Their work starts way before the trip preparing the vessel, preparing the gear, and catching/rigging bait to give you the best odds at your targeted species! )
  • Fishing License (You're fishing licenses are covered by Captain Wayne and the Danica Anne. )

Danica Anne Sportfishing offers the following types of fishing:
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing (We usually find the fish within about 25 nautical miles! )
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing

Danica Anne Sportfishing offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Drift Fishing
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Danica Anne Sportfishing include:
  • Barracuda (Great)
  • Cobia
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Grouper (Goliath)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Marlin (Blue)
  • Pompano
  • Sailfish
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snapper (Yellowtail)
  • Tuna (Blackfin)
  • Wahoo

Your captain

Wayne Parker
Tavernier, Florida, United States
5 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
148 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since October 2019
Captain Wayne is a proud US Marine, an experienced race car driver, and has spent a lifetime fishing the Keys. He knows what the fish want, where to find them, and how to get them over the rail into the pail!
Our Team
Wayne P.
Captain
Captain M.
Captain

The fish you can target

Barracuda (Great) Great Barracuda
Cobia Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi) Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Grouper (Goliath) Goliath Grouper

What the boat is like

Boat Image
Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
42 ft
Year built
1977
Restored in
2023
Boat manufacturer
Post
Boat type
Sportfishing

Engine model
Detroit Diesel
Powered by
2 x 310HP
Max cruising speed
20 knots

Which types of fishing are offered

Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
We usually find the fish within about 25 nautical miles!
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Drift Fishing
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Just a regular bathroom like at your house, no bucket required ??
Air Conditioning
Fighting Chair
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Sometimes the fish want a little meat with their plastic ? so we do quite a bit of live baiting at no charge to you!
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
We do not charge for cleaning and filleting your catch, and we do it right here on the boat!
First Mate
We always provide a first mate. The customary tip is 30%. Our mates work very hard. Their work starts way before the trip preparing the vessel, preparing the gear, and catching/rigging bait to give you the best odds at your targeted species!
Fishing License
You're fishing licenses are covered by Captain Wayne and the Danica Anne.

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 not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
There is no age limit to fish with Captain Wayne and the Danica Anne! We welcome all the youngsters.
You Keep Catch
Unless client does not want catch
Catch and Release Allowed

How you can 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
Visa
Mastercard
American Express
Bank Transfer
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

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