Big Als Inshore Charter Service 

4.9/5 (272 reviews)
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State licensed
 170 North Causeway, New Smyrna Beach, FL 32169, United States

Big Als Inshore Charter Service 

 
State licensed
4.9/5 (272)
 Angler's Choice
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170 North Causeway
New Smyrna Beach, FL, United States
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If you want to have a good time you can pick any boat on here, but if you want a great time pick us! 💥We will work with anyone who needs a different trip or time then what we offer, message the Captain anytime, easy going guy. Our boat rides dry and has 2 big decks to fish from. Biggest inshore boat in town, Big Als Inshore Charter Service has been fishing the Mosquito lagoon for over 40 years and they always know where the fish are biting. Captain Al has a slightly different technique than most of the guides in the area, using light line and live bait. On most days this pays off big time and he’ll show you how.

You’ll be fishing on an 25’ Carolina Skiff that runs on a 175 HP Suzuki engine. It's a spacious vessel with enough room for 6 anglers to join and you can all fish at the same time. With a GPS and fishfinder electronics and a wireless trolling motor, you're all set for success.

You can choose between a half day and a full day trip, depending on how much time you want to spend on the water and what you want to target. Whatever you choose, it’s a fun ride! Some of your targets for the day are Redfish, Spotted Seatrout, and Snook. Capt. Al is a live bait fisherman and the type of bait you’ll use depends on the season.

You get to keep the catch after the trip and Capt. Al will clean it for you. Just ask for a restaurant recommendation and go straight there with the freshest fish fillets.

Your fishing license and equipment are fully covered. There’s bottled water on the boat but feel free to bring other beverages and snacks of your choice. Kids are welcome to join as well.

The boat departs from River Breeze park in Oak Hill, George Kennedy Park in Edgewater, and New Smyrna Beach Causeway ramp.

Big Als Inshore Charter Service has never taken anyone who didn't want to go again. Book your trip and have some fun fishing.

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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.9/5
out of 5 stars from 272 reviews
Boat
4.9/5
Crew
4.9/5
Experience
4.9/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (377)

Fishing with Big Al
Fishing with Big Al
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Angler rating

257
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2
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Anglers claimed

Good experience

96%

Appropriate for children

99%

Friendly captain

99%

Satisfied with the boat

99%

Recommend this charter

98%

Caught fish

91%

Showing 1 - 5 of 272 reviews
Showing: 5 of 272 reviews
Sam H.
Sam H.
5.0/5

Aug 6, 2025

Quick trip

Choose Big Al!

VERIFIED

We were very pleased with our trip on Big Al's boat! Al is very experienced, had lots of information and insights about the lagoon and how to be successful in catching some big fish. Sam and I caught a variety of fish, and Al was very helpful and accommodating in assisting us as needed. I had told him I wanted to see manatees, dolphins and maybe sharks, and we saw them all! Sam even caught a shark, which was very exciting and a once in a lifetime experience! I recommend Big Al for an enjoyable, informative and successful fishing experience!

We were very pleased with our trip on Big Al's boat! Al is very experienced, had lots of information and insights about the lagoon...  

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 Sam H. recommends Big Als Inshore Charter Service
 Sam H. recommends Big Als Inshore Charter Service
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on August 12, 2025
That was awesome, thank you ☀️🎣

Lucy L.
Lucy L.
5.0/5

Nov 29, 2025

Quick trip

Great family activity

VERIFIED
NEW

We had a great morning. We all caught fish & really enjoyed the beauty around us. We saw many birds ( we really loved the white pelicans) & the dolphins playing kept us all smiling. Big Al took great care of us. It was a really fun morning out - our adult children & their partners loved it. Thank you, Al, for a peaceful morning, fun fishing & great memories.

We had a great morning. We all caught fish & really enjoyed the beauty around us. We saw many birds ( we really loved the white...  

Captain replied
 Lucy L. recommends Big Als Inshore Charter Service
 Lucy L. recommends Big Als Inshore Charter Service
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on November 29, 2025
Thank you all very much!

Lisa - Joy Peake
Lisa - Joy Peake
5.0/5

Aug 24, 2025

2 hour inshore

Brits fishing champion day!

VERIFIED

Big Al was really good with the kids and very knowledgeable of the water ways and the fish. The highlight was catching a shark and also the puffer fish were funny! The location was stunning and we saw sea manatees and dolphin which was on our bucket list! We had just the best day and Al made our holiday really special! Thanks so much for a wonderful day! 100% recommend!!!

Big Al was really good with the kids and very knowledgeable of the water ways and the fish. The highlight was catching a shark...  

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 Lisa - Joy Peake recommends Big Als Inshore Charter Service
 Lisa - Joy Peake recommends Big Als Inshore Charter Service
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on August 24, 2025
That is awesome! Thank you very much Lisa🦈☀️🎣✌️

Mike R.
Mike R.
5.0/5

Aug 17, 2025

4 Hour Trip (AM)

Caught a Shark!

VERIFIED

I would highly recommend Big Al for your next fishing trip. He was great with my son, teaching him a few "tricks of the trade". Big Al worked hard for us during our 4 hour trip, working to help my son catch a shark. Near the end of the trip, Big Al delivered and my son caught a shark. Big Al helped create a great memory for my son and myself and we will be ever grateful. Thank you Big Al!

I would highly recommend Big Al for your next fishing trip. He was great with my son, teaching him a few "tricks of the trade"....  

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Captain replied
 Mike R. recommends Big Als Inshore Charter Service
 Mike R. recommends Big Als Inshore Charter Service
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on August 28, 2025
Thank you very much guys!

Michael M.
Michael M.
5.0/5

Aug 23, 2025

2 hour inshore

Great Morning

VERIFIED

Captain Big Al is tremendous. Got us on the fish quick, great conversation, we just had fun fishing. He's very knowledgeable about what's going on in area, where are the fish are running, or the sharks are running, and works his ass off to make it a great trip. Highly recommend Big Al's for anytime you want a great trip.

Captain Big Al is tremendous. Got us on the fish quick, great conversation, we just had fun fishing. He's very knowledgeable...  

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Captain replied
 Michael M. recommends Big Als Inshore Charter Service
 Michael M. recommends Big Als Inshore Charter Service
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on August 23, 2025
That was awesome! Thank you very much Mike ☀️🎣✌️

Trip availability and prices

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2 hour inshore
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2 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
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US $350 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
2 hour inshore
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2 Hour Trip, starts at 10:00 AM
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US $350 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
2 hour fishing trip
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2 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
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US $350 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Quick trip
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3 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
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US $475 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Quick trip 3 hour
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3 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
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US $475 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
4 Hour Trip (AM)
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US $550 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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US $550 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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US $550 
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4 Hour Trip (Noon)
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US $600 
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6 Hour Trip
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US $750 
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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.9/5
out of 5 stars from 272 reviews
Boat
4.9/5
Crew
4.9/5
Experience
4.9/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (377)

Fishing with Big Al
Fishing with Big Al
Fishing with Big Al
+374

Angler rating

257
10
2
1
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

96%

Appropriate for children

99%

Friendly captain

99%

Satisfied with the boat

99%

Recommend this charter

98%

Caught fish

91%

Showing 1 - 5 of 272 reviews
Showing: 5 of 272 reviews
Sam H.
Sam H.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Choose Big Al!

VERIFIED

Quick trip on August 6, 2025

We were very pleased with our trip on Big Al's boat! Al is very experienced, had lots of information and insights about the lagoon and how to be successful in catching some big fish. Sam and I caught a variety of fish, and Al was very helpful and accommodating in assisting us as needed. I had told him I wanted to see manatees, dolphins and maybe sharks, and we saw them all! Sam even caught a shark, which was very exciting and a once in a lifetime experience! I recommend Big Al for an enjoyable, informative and successful fishing experience!

We were very pleased with our trip on Big Al's boat! Al is very experienced, had lots of information and insights about the lagoon and how to be successful in catching some big fish. Sam and I caught a variety of fish, and Al was very helpful and accommodating in assisting us as needed. I had told him I wanted to see manatees, dolphins and maybe sharks, and we saw them all! Sam even caught a shark, which was very exciting and a once in a lifetime experience! I recommend Big Al for an enjoyable,...  

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 Sam H. recommends Big Als Inshore Charter Service
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on August 12, 2025
That was awesome, thank you ☀️🎣

Lucy L.
Lucy L.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great family activity

VERIFIED
NEW

Quick trip on November 29, 2025

We had a great morning. We all caught fish & really enjoyed the beauty around us. We saw many birds ( we really loved the white pelicans) & the dolphins playing kept us all smiling. Big Al took great care of us. It was a really fun morning out - our adult children & their partners loved it. Thank you, Al, for a peaceful morning, fun fishing & great memories.

We had a great morning. We all caught fish & really enjoyed the beauty around us. We saw many birds ( we really loved the white pelicans) & the dolphins playing kept us all smiling. Big Al took great care of us. It was a really fun morning out - our adult children & their partners loved it. Thank you, Al, for a peaceful morning, fun fishing & great memories.  

 Lucy L. recommends Big Als Inshore Charter Service
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on November 29, 2025
Thank you all very much!

Lisa - Joy Peake
Lisa - Joy Peake
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Brits fishing champion day!

VERIFIED

2 hour inshore on August 24, 2025

Big Al was really good with the kids and very knowledgeable of the water ways and the fish. The highlight was catching a shark and also the puffer fish were funny! The location was stunning and we saw sea manatees and dolphin which was on our bucket list! We had just the best day and Al made our holiday really special! Thanks so much for a wonderful day! 100% recommend!!!

Big Al was really good with the kids and very knowledgeable of the water ways and the fish. The highlight was catching a shark and also the puffer fish were funny! The location was stunning and we saw sea manatees and dolphin which was on our bucket list! We had just the best day and Al made our holiday really special! Thanks so much for a wonderful day! 100% recommend!!!  

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 Lisa - Joy Peake recommends Big Als Inshore Charter Service
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on August 24, 2025
That is awesome! Thank you very much Lisa🦈☀️🎣✌️

Mike R.
Mike R.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Caught a Shark!

VERIFIED

4 Hour Trip (AM) on August 17, 2025

I would highly recommend Big Al for your next fishing trip. He was great with my son, teaching him a few "tricks of the trade". Big Al worked hard for us during our 4 hour trip, working to help my son catch a shark. Near the end of the trip, Big Al delivered and my son caught a shark. Big Al helped create a great memory for my son and myself and we will be ever grateful. Thank you Big Al!

I would highly recommend Big Al for your next fishing trip. He was great with my son, teaching him a few "tricks of the trade". Big Al worked hard for us during our 4 hour trip, working to help my son catch a shark. Near the end of the trip, Big Al delivered and my son caught a shark. Big Al helped create a great memory for my son and myself and we will be ever grateful. Thank you Big Al!  

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 Mike R. recommends Big Als Inshore Charter Service
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on August 28, 2025
Thank you very much guys!

Michael M.
Michael M.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great Morning

VERIFIED

2 hour inshore on August 23, 2025

Captain Big Al is tremendous. Got us on the fish quick, great conversation, we just had fun fishing. He's very knowledgeable about what's going on in area, where are the fish are running, or the sharks are running, and works his ass off to make it a great trip. Highly recommend Big Al's for anytime you want a great trip.

Captain Big Al is tremendous. Got us on the fish quick, great conversation, we just had fun fishing. He's very knowledgeable about what's going on in area, where are the fish are running, or the sharks are running, and works his ass off to make it a great trip. Highly recommend Big Al's for anytime you want a great trip.  

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 Michael M. recommends Big Als Inshore Charter Service
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on August 23, 2025
That was awesome! Thank you very much Mike ☀️🎣✌️

FAQs about Big Als Inshore Charter Service

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Skiffs and flats boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
25 ft
Year built
2014
Boat manufacturer
Carolina Skiff
Boat type
Skiff

Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
1 x 175HP
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