Sudden Strike Offshore Adventures

Fishing has this wonderful tendency to be both extremely calming and a total rush of adrenaline. Sudden Strike Offshore Adventures understand this really well and they’ll melt your stress away with some reel-screaming action offshore!

Join Captain Scott Housel aboard his 31’ Contender. She’s a center console, meaning there’s plenty of room to move around for you and up to 6 of your fishing buddies. You won’t be sluggish, as there are twin 300 HP Suzuki engines – you can cruise at a maximum speed of 52 knots.

Capt. Scott will take you after some of the most prestigious and toughest fish off the coast of Florida. Get ready to troll for Kingfish, Sailfish, Blue Marlin, and Mahi Mahi, helped by the onboard outriggers. If you want to troll deeper waters, just use the downriggers provided as well. Anglers who prefer live bait will be happy to know that there’s a live bait well onboard – your baitfish won’t get floppy!

You’ll also hit underwater reefs and wrecks, both natural and man-made, where Groupers and Snappers are bountiful. If you’re a spearfisherman Capt. Scott will take you to red-hot waters, but that’s only for advanced anglers.

The captain will supply you with all the necessary fishing gear, as well as drinks to keep your energy up. There’s no minimum age for kids but parents should contact the captain in advance so he can prepare smaller vests. You are encouraged to release all Billfish, though you can keep it if you want (and if it falls within local regulations).

Book a trip and climb aboard for an unforgettable fishing excursion in the gorgeous offshore waters of Florida with Sudden Strike Offshore Adventures!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    Afternoon Near Shore/Inshore 4 hour
    In demand! Last booked: 3 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    US $600
    We will be targeting bull redfish & slot sized redfish, mangrove snapper, tarpon, flounder, black drum, sheepshead, and more near the jetties or some of the artificial reefs located within a few miles of the inlet.
  • Private trip
    Morning Near Shore/Inshore 4 hours
    In demand! Last booked: 3 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $600
    We will be targeting bull redfish & slot sized redfish, mangrove snapper, tarpon, flounder, black drum, sheepshead, and more near the jetties or some of the artificial reefs located within a few miles of the inlet.
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (AM)
    In demand! Last booked: 4 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $700
    You will head out between 5 and 20 miles offshore on this trip. You'll target fish around natural bottoms or artificial reefs. You'll be provided with the required equipment. You can expect to target Groupers, Snappers, and whatever else takes the bait!
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    US $700
    Sleep in and then head out for a quick fishing trip – the recipe for a perfect day off. You'll be fishing the natural reefs and artificial structures between 5 and 20 miles off the coast of Port Orange.
  • Private trip
    Half Day – Deepwater (AM)
    Just booked! Last booked: 4 hours ago
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $900
    This is a half day bottom fishing trip on steroids! You'll blow past the 10-20 mile area where most trips stop to fish and continue running 30-45 miles into deeper waters. Here you should find higher concentrations of larger fish and greater numbers of fish for the dinner table. The captain has added an extra hour for travel time and the additional cost to offset the expense of added fuel. Additional time can be added if desired and if his calendar allows for it.
  • Private trip
    Half Day – Deepwater (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    US $900
    This is a half day bottom fishing trip on steroids! You'll blow past the 10-20 mile area where most trips stop to fish and continue running 30-45 miles into deeper waters. Here you should find higher concentrations of larger fish and greater numbers of fish for the dinner table. The captain has added an extra hour for travel time and the additional cost to offset the expense of added fuel. Additional time can be added if desired and if his calendar allows for it.
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip
    In demand! Last booked: 2 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $1,200
    If you're a fan of bottom fishing or trolling, this is the trip for you. You can combine the two techniques or do the one you prefer more! The targets for this trip are Red and Mutton Snapper, Barracuda, Sharks, Groupers, and whatever else runs across your path.
  • Private trip
    Extended Full Day Trip
    In demand! Last booked: 6 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    10 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    US $1,400
    This trip will take you offshore where you'll troll for the prestigious pelagic predators that live there. Get ready to hook Mahi Mahi, Wahoo, Kingfish, Sailfish, Blue Marlin, and more!
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FAQs about Sudden Strike Offshore Adventures

Sudden Strike Offshore Adventures offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $600 per group - Afternoon Near Shore/Inshore 4 hour (4 hours)
  • US $600 per group - Morning Near Shore/Inshore 4 hours (4 hours)
  • US $700 per group - Half Day Trip (AM) (5 hours)
  • US $700 per group - Half Day Trip (PM) (5 hours)
  • US $900 per group - Half Day – Deepwater (AM) (6 hours)
  • US $900 per group - Half Day – Deepwater (PM) (6 hours)
  • US $1,200 per group - Full Day Trip (8 hours)
  • US $1,400 per group - Extended Full Day Trip (10 hours)

When you book a trip with Sudden Strike Offshore Adventures, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • GPS Furuno NavNet
  • Fishfinder Furuno NavNet
  • Live Bait Well
  • Multimedia System
  • Outriggers
  • Spearfishing Equipment Advanced spearos only; consult before the trip
  • Ice Box
  • Radio
  • Sonar
  • Radar Furuno

Trips booked with Sudden Strike Offshore Adventures include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait (Caught during the trip)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Drinks (Water, Gatorade, sodas)
  • First Mate (Tips are appreciated)
  • Fishing License

Sudden Strike Offshore Adventures offers the following types of fishing:
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing (Up to 60 miles)
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing

Sudden Strike Offshore Adventures offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Spearfishing (Advanced people only; consult before the trip)
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Sudden Strike Offshore Adventures include:
  • Amberjack
  • Barracuda (Great)
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Grouper (Gag)
  • Jack Crevalle
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Lobster
  • Marlin (Blue)
  • Sailfish
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Triggerfish (Gray)
  • Wahoo

Meet the Captain

Scott Housel
Daytona Beach, Florida, United States
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322 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since April 2015
Angler's Choice
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I started fishing when I was 5 years old. In 1989 I moved to Central Florida to attend Stetson University, became a certified scuba diver, and have been diving and fishing out of Ponce Inlet ever since. Although I have landed plenty of monsters, I now find more enjoyement helping others experience the thrill of landing the fish of a lifetime.

About this listing

Targeted species

Amberjack Amberjack
Barracuda (Great) Great Barracuda
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi) Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Grouper (Gag) Gag Grouper

Boat specs

Contender (Center console) originally built in 2005. Powered by 2 300HP Suzuki Four Strokes engines, with a maximum cruising speed of 50 knots.

Length
31 ft
Capacity
6 persons

Types of fishing

Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Up to 60 miles
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Spearfishing
Advanced people only; consult before the trip
Deep Sea Fishing

Amenities

Toilet
GPS
Furuno NavNet
Fishfinder
Furuno NavNet
Live Bait Well
Multimedia System
Outriggers

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Caught during the trip
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Drinks
Water, Gatorade, sodas
First Mate
Tips are appreciated
Fishing License

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 not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
No min. age; life jackets supplied
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed
I encourage the release of all bill fish

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

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 322 reviews
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Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
97%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
96%
Appropriate for children
94%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
88%
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Great Trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on February 26, 2024
Had a great trip, caught lots of fish. Many we released, was not there to fill my cooler. Brought some home for dinner that...
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Chris P.
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Excellent trip, great for all ages.

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on March 13, 2024
We were a group of four with two kids under 12. Captain Scott was great and got us on fish immediately.  He was very patient...
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Michael C.
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10 hr Extended Day Offshore

VERIFIED   NEW  Extended Full Day Trip on April 6, 2024
We caught so many fish! Wind was rough but Captain put us on fish everywhere we went. We caught a large variety of keepers...
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Joey M.
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Half day with Captain Scott

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on August 22, 2023
Scott was early, knowledgeable and knows what his clients want. Scott and his Mate had our lines baited at all times. We...
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Twana W.
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Fishing with Scott

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on July 17, 2023
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