Pelican Charters – 41 Onslowbay 

4.6
(61 reviews)
 
Federally permitted
 237 Sports Marina Road, Venice, LA 70091, United States

Pelican Charters – 41 Onslowbay 

Venice, LA, United States
41 ft
6
4.6
(61 reviews)

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If it's Tuna you're after, look no further than Pelican Charters! Heading out of Venice, Louisiana, home to some of the best offshore fishing in the South, this charter is helmed by a local captain. A seasoned offshore angler, he loves to show novices and seasoned pro's what fishing in Louisiana is all about.

You'll spend the day aboard his 2019 41' Onslow center console, perfect for 6 anglers who want to fish at the same time. She's powered by a whopping four 400 HP Mercury engines that'll see you zipping to all the best spots in no time.

The boat is also equipped with Seakeeper Technology to eliminate rocking, allowing you to have an epic fishing experience without the threat of seasickness. The private toilet and indoor cabin ensure you're comfortable spending all day on the water.

Seeing as Venice is the Tuna capital of the South, there's plenty of Yellowfin, Blackfin, and Bigeye to troll for. That's not all though, these waters are also home to other pelagics such as Mahi Mahi, Swordfish, and Sailfish, which is sure to keep things exciting. Big game fishing is fast and hands-on in these parts so get ready for action!

Top-notch fishing equipment for maximum productiveness waits on board and there's also a cooler stocked with ice. Captain's helpful and friendly first mate will also be on board and if you'd like to show your appreciation a 20% tip is customary. The fuel is not included in the prices and should be paid additionally.

Lastly, don't forget to pick up a fishing license before you arrive at the dock. Get ready for action-packed offshore fishing in Louisiana with Pelican Charters!

If it's Tuna you're after, look no further than Pelican Charters! Heading out of Venice, Louisiana, home to some of the best offshore fishing in the South, this charter is helmed by a local captain. A seasoned offshore angler, he loves to show novices and seasoned pro's what fishing in Louisiana is all about.

You'll spend the day aboard his 2019 41' Onslow center console, perfect for 6 anglers who want to fish at the same time. She's powered by a whopping four 400 HP Mercury engines that'll see you zipping to all the best spots in no time.

The boat is also equipped with Seakeeper Technology to eliminate rocking, allowing you to have an epic fishing experience without the threat of seasickness. The private toilet and indoor cabin ensure you're comfortable spending all day on the water.

Seeing as Venice is the Tuna capital of the South, there's plenty of Yellowfin, Blackfin, and Bigeye to troll for. That's not all though, these waters are also home to other pelagics such as Mahi Mahi, Swordfish, and Sailfish, which is sure to keep things exciting. Big game fishing is fast and hands-on in these parts so get ready for action!

Top-notch fishing equipment for maximum productiveness waits on board and there's also a cooler stocked with ice. Captain's helpful and friendly first mate will also be on board and if you'd like to show your appreciation a 20% tip is customary. The fuel is not included in the prices and should be paid additionally.

Lastly, don't forget to pick up a fishing license before you arrive at the dock. Get ready for action-packed offshore fishing in Louisiana with Pelican Charters!

Pelican Charters
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Offshore fishing
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
10 hour trip starts at 5:45 AM
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Marlin (Blue)
Sailfish
Snapper (Red)
+8
US $2,300
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Offshore fishing
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
10 hour trip starts at 5:45 PM
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Marlin (Blue)
Snapper (Red)
Swordfish
+8
US $2,300
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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Rating

4.6
61 reviews
4.8
Boat & equipment
4.5
Captain & crew
4.5
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (54)

What anglers say

97%
Great experience
81%
Family friendly
97%
Friendly captain
97%
Good boat
79%
Recommended
96%
Caught fish

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Ron Metcalf
Ron Metcalf
Repeat angler
us
Tennessee, US
Member since 2017
3 trips
5.0
Verified
Great captain and crew!
Offshore fishing on April 14, 20264 adults

We gad a great time and caught nice size swordfish. Captain John and his crewmate Ross were knowlegeble and skilled fisherman

Scott Prouty
Scott Prouty
us
New Mexico, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
funniest captians
Offshore fishing on July 2, 20265 adults

these guys are super funny and will put u on fish def recomend

Scott Newland
Scott Newland
Repeat angler
us
Alabama, US
Member since 2023
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Fishing with John
Offshore fishing on May 16, 20266 adults

Reported catch:
Blackfin Tuna
Darrell Morrow
Darrell Morrow
Repeat angler
us
Florida, US
Member since 2020
3 trips
5.0
Verified
May fishing trip
Offshore fishing on May 15, 20263 adults

John Brinkley
John Brinkley
Repeat angler
us
Georgia, US
Member since 2022
2 trips
5.0
Verified
October fishing trip
Offshore fishing on October 17, 20252 adults

Captain and mate worked hard to get us on fish.

FAQs about Pelican Charters – 41 Onslowbay

Pelican Charters – 41 Onslowbay offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $2,300 per group - Offshore fishing (10 hours)
  • US $2,300 per group - Offshore fishing (10 hours)
When you book a trip with Pelican Charters – 41 Onslowbay, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Outriggers
  • Tuna tubes
  • Ice box
  • Radar
Trips booked with Pelican Charters – 41 Onslowbay include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (Yes, live is included. We catch our own live bait )
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (We clean the fish at the Marina for the customers to take home!)
  • Drinks (Bottled water)
  • First mate ( .)
Pelican Charters – 41 Onslowbay offers the following types of fishing:
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing (Anywhere is from 10 miles to 80 miles offshore)
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
Pelican Charters – 41 Onslowbay offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Pelican Charters – 41 Onslowbay include:
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Grouper (Scamp)
  • Grouper (Snowy)
  • Grouper (Yellowedge)
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Swordfish
  • Tuna (Bigeye)
  • Tuna (Blackfin)
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)
  • Wahoo

Your operator

Pelican Charters
Pelican Charters

Venice, Louisiana, United States

4 Fishing Reports
80 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since June 2018

Captain John Duplass was born and raised fishing the waters of Venice, LA. Taking customers on the water, meeting like-minded folks, and seeing smiles on peoples' faces after they land a monster fish are among his favorite things in life. Captain John is ready to show you a great time, so join him down and the crew on the Bayou and book your next fishing trip with Pelican Charters!

Pelican Charters
Pelican Charters
4
reports
80
reviews
2018
member since
~1h
response
Captain John Duplass was born and raised fishing the waters of Venice, LA. Taking customers on the water, meeting like-minded folks, and seeing smiles on peoples' faces after they land a monster fish are among his favorite things in life. Captain John is ready to show you a great time, so join him down and the crew on the Bayou and book your next fishing trip with Pelican Charters!

The fish you can target

Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Scamp Grouper
Scamp Grouper
Snowy Grouper
Snowy Grouper
Yellowedge Grouper
Yellowedge Grouper
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Red Snapper
Red Snapper
Swordfish
Swordfish
Bigeye Tuna
Bigeye Tuna
Blackfin Tuna
Blackfin Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna
Wahoo
Wahoo
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Scamp Grouper
Scamp Grouper
Snowy Grouper
Snowy Grouper
Yellowedge Grouper
Yellowedge Grouper
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper

Real catches by this captain

  • luxary boat ride
    Dyllan T.
    Dyllan T.
  • Great captain and crew!
    Ron M.
    Ron M.
  • Yellowfin Tuna Baby!
    William W.
    William W.
  • Slow start but exciting finish!
    Shelby B.
    Shelby B.
  • Captain John and Reno
    Ross T.
    Ross T.
  • Full day with Captain John
    Tyler C.
    Tyler C.
  • Full day with captain Jon
    Brent R.
    Brent R.
  • Fishing with John
    Steven D.
    Steven D.
  • Full day trip with Captain John and Blake
    Andrew W.
    Andrew W.
  • February fishing trip
    Benjamin V.
    Benjamin V.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
41 ft
Year built
2019
Restored in
2024
Boat manufacturer
Onslowbay boatworks
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Mercury
Powered by
4 x 300HP
Max cruising speed
45 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Anywhere is from 10 miles to 80 miles offshore
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Outriggers
Tuna tubes
Ice box
Radar
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Yes, live is included. We catch our own live bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
We clean the fish at the Marina for the customers to take home!
Drinks
Bottled water
First mate
.

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.

More details

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
Over the age of 5, life jackets provided
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed
Disabled accessible

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 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

 PayPal

 Checks

When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 4% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Venice right now

Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Snapper (Mangrove)Snapper (Mangrove)
Snapper (Red)Snapper (Red)
SwordfishSwordfish
Tuna (Blackfin)Tuna (Blackfin)
Tuna (Yellowfin)Tuna (Yellowfin)
WahooWahoo

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