Whitecap Charters – Little Traverse Bay 31'

Whitecap Charters are always ready to provide you with a great fishing experience on Lake Michigan! Your captain is an experienced angler as well as a patient guide who’s happy to introduce you to fishing and make sure you don’t leave empty-handed.
The captain takes his customers out from May to late October. Depending on the season, you’ll be using either light or heavy tackle, and your captain will make sure to maximize your time on the water.
You’ll explore this beautiful lake on his 31’ SeaRay Amberjack motor yacht, restored in 2019. ‘‘Double Trouble’’ is a new addition to Whitecap charters Fleet.
The boat can take out up to 6 people who can all fish at the same time. You’ll be fishing in comfort, using baits provided by your captain.
There is top of the line navigational equipment on board to help put you on the fish.
You’ll find all the fishing equipment provided for you on board, and you’ll fish using top-notch Shimano rods and reels. There’s a variety of fish species that call this lake their home.
We will target Fish like Chinook and Coho Salmon, Walleye, Lake, Brown, and Rainbow Trout, and Yellow Perch at different times of the year.
There’s a Fish cleaning service included in the price, so you can have a taste of your catch upon returning home.
We do also have a Restaurant in Town that will Cook your catch.
Snacks and drinks can be provided, and there’s catering for an extra fee if you want the captain to provide lunch.

Book Whitecap Charters and get excited for your new freshwater adventure on the waters of Lake Michigan!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip May 1 - Oct 31
    US $800
    Start your day in the early morning by checking out these productive fishing grounds. This trip out of Charlevoix will take you on a Lake Michigan adventure fishing for Salmon and Trout. All the equipment you need will be waiting for you on board, so just pack some sunscreen and come enjoy fishing in this beautiful lake.
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 4:00 PM
    Seasonal trip May 1 - Oct 31
    US $800
    Hit the snooze but, get some more sleep, and head out on the water in the afternoon. This is a 4 hour trip that will take you on an adventure on Lake Michigan, fishing for Salmon and Trout. All the fishing gear will be provided for you, just be sure to bring some sun protection, and you're all set for a great exploration of these beautiful waters!

FAQs about Whitecap Charters – Little Traverse Bay 31'

Whitecap Charters – Little Traverse Bay 31' offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $800 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $800 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - Half Day Trip (PM) (4 hours)

When you book a trip with Whitecap Charters – Little Traverse Bay 31', you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Live Bait Well
  • Kitchen
  • Outriggers
  • Ice Box
  • Radar

Trips booked with Whitecap Charters – Little Traverse Bay 31' include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Shimano)
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • First Mate (20% tip is expected.)

Whitecap Charters – Little Traverse Bay 31' offers the following types of fishing:
  • Lake Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing

Whitecap Charters – Little Traverse Bay 31' offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging

Top targeted fish species with Whitecap Charters – Little Traverse Bay 31' include:
  • Brown Trout
  • Lake Trout
  • Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
  • Salmon (Chinook)
  • Salmon (Coho)

Meet the Charter Operator

Whitecap Charters
Charlevoix, Michigan, United States
5 Fishing Reports
167 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since August 2018
Captain Kent Seymour has over two decades of experience in the fishing industry. He loves the waters, getting people out and catching fish. Captain Kent is fun and caters to his clients' needs. He enjoys teaching young fishermen
Our Team
Adam R.
Captain
Art G.
Captain
Josh S.
First mate

About this listing

Targeted species

Brown Trout Brown Trout
Lake Trout Lake Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead) Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Salmon (Chinook) Chinook Salmon

Boat specs

SeaRay (Motor yacht) originally built in 1992, and restored in 2019. Powered by 2 380HP MerCruiser engines, with a maximum cruising speed of 26 knots.

Length
31 ft
Capacity
6 persons

Types of fishing

Lake Fishing
Nearshore Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging

Amenities

Toilet
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed
Live Bait Well
Kitchen

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Shimano
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
First Mate
20% tip is expected.

Cancellation policy

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.

Listing policies

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

Payment

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
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 7 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Half Day Evening trip with Captain Adam!
Half Day Evening trip with Captain Adam!
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Tracy B.
Crystal, MI
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Half Day Evening trip with Captain Adam!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on August 26, 2021
Our group had a wonderful time fishing with Adam. We are already talking about another trip. Adam was attentive and did a wonderful...
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John W.
Royal Oak, MI
Excellent
4.7 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Very good
4.0 / 5
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Morning trip with Capt. Adam

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on August 20, 2021
The trip went well.  Capt. Adam knew where to find the big King salmon and really big lake trout.  I caught a really nice...
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Charles C.
Highland, IL
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Half Day Trip with Capt. Art

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on July 16, 2021
Capt. Art put on the fish in a hurry! Half hour boat trip out to the hump-in 57 minutes we had our limit of Lake Trout in...
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Mike D.
Northville, MI
Excellent
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Half day trip with captain Adam

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on July 3, 2021
We had a great time!! We have younger kids and both Adam and Evan coached them through everything as it happened. It was a...
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JACOB T.
Martinsville, IN
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1/2 Day Morning Trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on June 25, 2021
Crew was very knowledgeable. Put us on the fish within the first 3 min of the first line out. Kept it up on the whole trip....
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