Apex Fishing Fleet – Aboard F/V "FULL CIRCLE" 

4.9/5 (54 reviews)
 164 North Causeway, New Smyrna Beach, FL 32169, United States

Apex Fishing Fleet – Aboard F/V "FULL CIRCLE" 

New Smyrna Beach, FL, United States
26 ft
5
4.9/5 (54 reviews)

The Zona family has been connected with saltwater fishing as far back as the 1970s. Now, with their second generation of fishermen, they invite you to join them and take part in one of their offshore/nearshore trips. Apex Fishing Fleet welcomes both experienced anglers and those that want to get some salt in their veins for the first time. The Captain will ensure that this fishing adventure will be one to remember!

They'll take you out on their boat 'FULL CIRCLE'. It's a custom-made, 26' Regulator center console that's powered by twin 225 HP Yamaha engine. It's fitted out with outriggers, a live bait well, GPS, and fishfinder technology meaning that you have all that you need to have a successful day. Up to 6 anglers can join any Apex Fishing Fleet and comfortably fish at the same time.

You'll b targeting a great range of fish such as Barracuda, Cobia, Flounder, Jack Crevalle, Redfish, Blacktip Shark, Red Snapper, and Triggerfish. With bountiful amounts of fish waiting you're bound to catch one of the ones that you've been dreaming of or stock up your freezer for the coming weeks. You'll be provided with all the equipment you'll need to get the job done including rods and Penn reels.

Included in the price is your fishing licenses. All that you have to bring are your sunscreen, sunglasses, cameras, as well as any choice of drinks and snacks. At the end of the trip, the crew will also clean your catch so bring a cooler to take it home for some fresh fish dinner and tale-telling at the table. Gratuity for the crew is always appreciated.

Book a trip and start the countdown to your next saltwater adventure on the beloved OMBRA!

The Zona family has been connected with saltwater fishing as far back as the 1970s. Now, with their second generation of fishermen, they invite you to join them and take part in one of their offshore/nearshore trips. Apex Fishing Fleet welcomes both experienced anglers and those that want to get some salt in their veins for the first time. The Captain will ensure that this fishing adventure will be one to remember!

They'll take you out on their boat 'FULL CIRCLE'. It's a custom-made, 26' Regulator center console that's powered by twin 225 HP Yamaha engine. It's fitted out with outriggers, a live bait well, GPS, and fishfinder technology meaning that you have all that you need to have a successful day. Up to 6 anglers can join any Apex Fishing Fleet and comfortably fish at the same time.

You'll b targeting a great range of fish such as Barracuda, Cobia, Flounder, Jack Crevalle, Redfish, Blacktip Shark, Red Snapper, and Triggerfish. With bountiful amounts of fish waiting you're bound to catch one of the ones that you've been dreaming of or stock up your freezer for the coming weeks. You'll be provided with all the equipment you'll need to get the job done including rods and Penn reels.

Included in the price is your fishing licenses. All that you have to bring are your sunscreen, sunglasses, cameras, as well as any choice of drinks and snacks. At the end of the trip, the crew will also clean your catch so bring a cooler to take it home for some fresh fish dinner and tale-telling at the table. Gratuity for the crew is always appreciated.

Book a trip and start the countdown to your next saltwater adventure on the beloved OMBRA!

Ed Zona
Captain
Ed Zona
8 years of experience
responds within an hour

Trip availability and prices

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Half Day Trip – River
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
4 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
US $500
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Half Day Trip – Offshore (AM)
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
4 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
US $625
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Half Day Trip – Offshore (PM)
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
4 hour trip starts at 1:00 PM
US $625
Entire boat: up to 4 people
6 Hour Shark Fishing Trip
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
6 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
US $725
Entire boat: up to 4 people
3/4 Day Trip – Offshore
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
6 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
US $750
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Full Day Trip – Offshore
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
US $1,000
Entire boat: up to 4 people
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Rating

4.9
54 reviews
4.8
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (160)

What anglers say

98%
Great experience
100%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
96%
Recommended
84%
Caught fish

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Randy Hill
Randy Hill
us
Kentucky, US
Member since 2021
5.0
Verified
4 hour river morning
Half Day Trip – River on February 9, 20224 adults

We met Captain Ed at the Boat ramp to start our morning. Captain Ed was there waiting on us and offered to help carry our stuff to the boat. The morning was colder than normal( around 50) at the start. The wind was around 10-12mph, so not the pleasant fishing day. However, we loaded the boat and set off for a morning of fishing. Dad caught a sheepshead right off, so it looked promising. The wind picked up, the biting slowed down but picked up later in the morning. Everyone landed a fish or 2 and a couple in the party even lost a few. All in all, we froze, caught fish and had a great time with Ed. We had great conversation, Captain Ed tried his hardest to put us on fish with a day that just wasn’t corporation with us. I highly recommend Captain Ed and would seek him for another fishing excursion if I am in the area again. Thanks for a great time Ed

Ed Zona
Response from Captain

Randy it’s was a great to fish with you and your crew ! We caught a few fish had lots of laughs and survived the brutal weather. Thanks once again

Jason Jean
Jason Jean
us
Indiana, US
Member since 2022
5.0
Verified
AWESOME Half Day With Captain Ed!
3/4 Day Trip – Offshore on July 11, 20224 adults

What a day! We caught some great fish with plenty of down time in between catches to relax and take it all in! Captain Ed was AWESOME! He got us out to the spot quickly and we got our first hit and catch 10 minutes on station! Captain Ed knew exactly where to be. This was the first time me and my family oceaned fished and Captain Ed gave us very good tips and instructions on keeping the fish on the line and landing the fish. Captain Ed you really made the experience awesome you will be seeing us again next time, thank you for the great time!!

Ed Zona
Response from Captain

What a pleasure to fish with you and your family. Glad you had such a great experience on your first ocean fishing trip.

Jeff Williams
Jeff Williams
us
Georgia, US
Member since 2019
5.0
Verified
What a Trip!
Half Day Trip – Offshore (AM) on April 4, 20223 adults

My son, my daughter’s boyfriend, and I had a incredible day fishing! It was as perfect of a day as you could get. Captain Ed took us 19 miles out (a little farther than normal) because that is where the fish were. He kept us on top of fish all morning. There were 18 other boats around us and we were one of only two boats hitting fish. We brought home enough meat for 30 meals. AND we had an amazing time. If I could give it more than 5 ⭐️I would. We are coming back in June and can’t wait to book another trip with the man himself.

Ed Zona
Response from Captain

What a blast ! Hope to see you all in August

Robert Jackson
Robert Jackson
Repeat angler
us
Virginia, US
Member since 2023
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Half day trip with the amazing Captain Ed Zona
Half Day Trip – River on March 28, 20232 adults2 children

Took my wife and 2 children charter fishing for the first time . Captain Ed was patient and put us on the fish all day. We had a great time and the kids most of all had fun. I will return and go with Captain Ed again.

Reported catch:
Spanish Mackerel
Ed Zona
Response from Captain

What a great day on the water with your family

David McArthur
David McArthur
us
Kentucky, US
Member since 2024
4.3
Verified
Fishing with Capt. Ed… top notch.
Half Day Trip – Offshore (AM) on July 10, 20246 adults

Decent trip. Our group of 6, from KY, all caught something, so including two sharks. Our youngest, age 12, had fun too. More variety may have been nice… but hey… it’s fishing. :) Capt. Ed was great.

FAQs about Apex Fishing Fleet – Aboard F/V "FULL CIRCLE"

Apex Fishing Fleet – Aboard F/V "FULL CIRCLE" offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $500 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - Half Day Trip – River (4 hours)
  • US $625 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - Half Day Trip – Offshore (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $625 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - Half Day Trip – Offshore (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $725 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - 6 Hour Shark Fishing Trip (6 hours)
  • US $750 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - 3/4 Day Trip – Offshore (6 hours)
  • US $1,000 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - Full Day Trip – Offshore (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Apex Fishing Fleet – Aboard F/V "FULL CIRCLE", you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Wireless trolling motor
  • Outriggers
  • Ice box
  • Radar
Trips booked with Apex Fishing Fleet – Aboard F/V "FULL CIRCLE" include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • First mate
  • Fishing license
Apex Fishing Fleet – Aboard F/V "FULL CIRCLE" offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing (Redfish, Trout, Snook)
  • Nearshore fishing (Spanish Mackerel, Trigger Fish, Flounder)
  • Offshore fishing (Kingfish, Mahi Mahi)
  • Reef fishing (Red Snapper, Grouper)
  • Wreck fishing
Apex Fishing Fleet – Aboard F/V "FULL CIRCLE" offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Jigging
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Apex Fishing Fleet – Aboard F/V "FULL CIRCLE" include:
  • Barracuda (Great)
  • Cobia
  • Flounder
  • Jack Crevalle
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Redfish
  • Shark (Blacktip)
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Triggerfish (Gray)
  • Tripletail

Your captain

Ed Zona
Ed Zona
Ed Zona

New Smyrna Beach, Florida, United States

55 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since April 2020

Captain Ed Zona is the owner and operator aboard Apex Fishing Fleet (Full CIRCLE). He has fished the waters of Central Florida since 1990 and is a USCG licensed captain. Capt. Zona enjoys sharing the knowledge he's picked up over the years with others! Fishing has been in the Zona family for over 50 years, from charters to commercial fishing. He knows how much fun fishing is as a family adventure and the memories that will last and will be passed down. All safety equipment is aboard the vessel, which can take up to four people for one low price! All licenses, tackle, bait, and ice are provided at no extra charge. Your catch can be cleaned and iced after the trip.

55 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since April 2020

Captain Ed Zona is the owner and operator aboard Apex Fishing Fleet (Full CIRCLE). He has fished the waters of Central Florida since 1990 and is a USCG licensed captain. Capt. Zona enjoys sharing the knowledge he's picked up over the years with others! Fishing has been in the Zona family for over 50 years, from charters to commercial fishing. He knows how much fun fishing is as a family adventure and the memories that will last and will be passed down. All safety equipment is aboard the vessel, which can take up to four people for one low price! All licenses, tackle, bait, and ice are provided at no extra charge. Your catch can be cleaned and iced after the trip.

The fish you can target

Great Barracuda
Great Barracuda
Cobia
Cobia
Flounder
Flounder
Jack Crevalle
Jack Crevalle
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Redfish
Redfish
Blacktip Shark
Blacktip Shark
Red Snapper
Red Snapper
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel
Gray Triggerfish
Gray Triggerfish
Tripletail
Tripletail
Great Barracuda
Great Barracuda
Cobia
Cobia
Flounder
Flounder
Jack Crevalle
Jack Crevalle
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
5 persons
Boat length
26 ft
Year built
1997
Boat manufacturer
Regulator
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
2 x 225HP
Max cruising speed
35 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Redfish, Trout, Snook
Nearshore Fishing
Spanish Mackerel, Trigger Fish, Flounder
Offshore Fishing
Kingfish, Mahi Mahi
Reef Fishing
Red Snapper, Grouper
Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Jigging
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Wireless trolling motor
Outriggers
Ice box
Radar

What's included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
First mate
Fishing license

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 1 day prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 1 day 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
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

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 15% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 15% 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

 PayPal

When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 2.5% charge will apply.

What’s biting in New Smyrna Beach right now

Barracuda (Great)Barracuda (Great)
CobiaCobia
FlounderFlounder
Jack CrevalleJack Crevalle
King Mackerel (Kingfish)King Mackerel (Kingfish)
RedfishRedfish
Shark (Blacktip)Shark (Blacktip)
Snapper (Red)Snapper (Red)

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