Daytona Beach Charters- Inshore 

4.8
(347 reviews)
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State licensed
 Dunlawton Avenue 93, Port Orange, FL 32127, United States–

Daytona Beach Charters- Inshore 

Port Orange, FL, United States
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22 ft
6
4.8
(347 reviews)

Daytona Beach Charters is run by Captain Michael, who has 40 years of experience fishing in the waters of the Shark Bite Capital of the World. Setting off from Ponce Inlet, Mike loves sweeping the surrounding nearshore and inshore areas.

Reel in delicious Snapper and Flounder from the bottom, jig for the area's renowned Redfish, Bluefish, and Whiting, or cast for some Seatrout or Black Drum. Capt. Michael prefers live shrimp, cut shrimp, or mullet to any artificial lures. He will do everything he can to make your trip bountiful.

Capt. Michael commands a 22' Skeeter boat that is powered by a Yamaha 200 HP four stroke engine and is large enough to comfortably accommodate up to 6 guests. It is equipped with a poling platform, two baitwells, a Power-Pole anchor, holders for trolling rods, two casting seats, a flat casting deck, and an assortment of navigational/fishfinding electronics. Shimano spinning rods are the weapon of choice for this skipper.

Fishing licenses are provided by the captain for everyone on board for your convenience, along with full insurance. As far as your catch goes, you get to keep whatever you reel in (as long as it falls within the fishing regulations) and bring it home for dinner, neatly filleted and wrapped up. Tipping is extra.

Daytona Beach Charters is run by Captain Michael, who has 40 years of experience fishing in the waters of the Shark Bite Capital of the World. Setting off from Ponce Inlet, Mike loves sweeping the surrounding nearshore and inshore areas.

Reel in delicious Snapper and Flounder from the bottom, jig for the area's renowned Redfish, Bluefish, and Whiting, or cast for some Seatrout or Black Drum. Capt. Michael prefers live shrimp, cut shrimp, or mullet to any artificial lures. He will do everything he can to make your trip bountiful.

Capt. Michael commands a 22' Skeeter boat that is powered by a Yamaha 200 HP four stroke engine and is large enough to comfortably accommodate up to 6 guests. It is equipped with a poling platform, two baitwells, a Power-Pole anchor, holders for trolling rods, two casting seats, a flat casting deck, and an assortment of navigational/fishfinding electronics. Shimano spinning rods are the weapon of choice for this skipper.

Fishing licenses are provided by the captain for everyone on board for your convenience, along with full insurance. As far as your catch goes, you get to keep whatever you reel in (as long as it falls within the fishing regulations) and bring it home for dinner, neatly filleted and wrapped up. Tipping is extra.

Michael Belcher
Captain
Michael Belcher
40 years of experience
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4 hour trip starts at 5:30 PM
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US $190
Shared tour: 2 people
4 Hour Charter–Inshore 8-12noon
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Jack Crevalle
Bluefish (Tailor)
Snapper (Mangrove)
Black Drum
+8
US $395
Entire boat: 2 people
4 Hour Charter–Inshore 1-5pm
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 1:00 PM
Jack Crevalle
Bluefish (Tailor)
Snapper (Mangrove)
Black Drum
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US $395
Entire boat: 2 people
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Rating

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

Anglers' gallery (616)

What anglers say

94%
Great experience
98%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
99%
Good boat
96%
Recommended
82%
Caught fish

Reviews (347)

  • Abigail Fry
    Abigail Fry
    Repeat angler
    us
    Wyoming, US
    Member since 2025
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Father’s Day Trip!

    4 Hour Charter–Inshore 8-12noon on June 21, 2026 • 4 adults

    captain mike took me, my dad, husband, and mom out for a fathers day fishing trip. we had the best time. it was my moms first time fishing- and of course- she caught the most! Captain Mike is so knowledgeable, friendly, and hilarious. Will absolutely go again!

  • Sheila Hudson
    Sheila Hudson
    us
    Virginia, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    So much Fun!

    4 Hour Charter–Inshore 8-12noon on July 29, 2026 • 6 adults

    Capt. Mike was so nice and accommodating. We were 6 adults, and it was a little tight with space, but we made it work. We caught fish and even brought some back to cook.

  • Crystal Jansma
    Crystal Jansma
    us
    South Dakota, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    a day to remember

    4 Hour Charter–Inshore 1-5pm on March 11, 2026 • 3 adults

    first timer for myself and my family visiting and i will absolutely be reaching out to captain mike again when other family comes to visit. he was knowledgeable. friendly and kept us ready to put our lines in the water. thank you captain mike

  • Nick Zicchino
    Nick Zicchino
    Repeat angler
    us
    Florida, US
    Member since 2024
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great birthday fishing trip!

    4 Hour Charter–Inshore 8-12noon on March 20, 2026 • 6 adults • 5 children

    Captain Mike took great care of us, took us to some great spots and made my sons birthday amazing with his friends.

  • MiKayla Cary
    MiKayla Cary
    us
    Colorado, US
    Member since 2024
    5.0
    Verified

    Great first time for our Mother & Daughter trip

    4 Hour Charter–Inshore 8-12noon on July 25, 2024 • 2 adults

    We had a great time out on the water with Capt. Mike. I explained to him it was our first time fishing in years, let alone a nearshore experience! We caught a variety of fish but got to take home some snapper to cook up after our trip for lunch! We saw a dolphin, variety of birds and a manatee! He took us to a few different spots as well so we could try to catch ‘em all! We had a great day as well as Capt. Mike showing us some different attractions and his insiders information on the town around us. Loved our time, worth the money and experience! Thanks Capt. Mike!!

  • Blake Knight
    Blake Knight
    us
    Georgia, US
    Member since 2024
    5.0
    Verified

    A Great Captain makes the trip!!

    4 Hour Charter–Inshore 8-12noon on May 28, 2024 • 5 adults • 3 children

    Captain Michael was great with my family. I took my 15 year old, 7 year old, 6 year old, and 4 year old and they all had a really good time. It was a tough day getting the fish to bite but the captain kept switching up hook sizes and baits and all the kids ending up catching a few fish each. The youngest had the most fun netting bait for Captain Michael while he was baiting lines. Would 100% recommend for anyone hesitant about taking their younger children out or for anyone looking to do some good fishing.

  • Linda Green Johnson
    Linda Green Johnson
    us
    Tennessee, US
    Member since 2024
    5.0
    Verified

    Happy angler

    5pm Thur. Shared Charter on May 30, 2024 • 1 adult

    Fishing in Florida was on my “to do” list for this vacation and I am so happy I decided on Captain Michael Blecher’s 4 hour river trip! We caught several varieties of fish and I even got “snookered”! (Hooked a big Snook and before I could reel him all the way to the boat, he jumped up in the air, flipped his head and spit out the hook!). Coming back along the river the sunset was a stunning sight. I’ll be back for another run with this captain and crew!

  • Susan Egbers
    Susan Egbers
    us
    Minnesota, US
    Member since 2024
    5.0
    Verified

    Glad we choose Captain Michael

    4 Hour Charter–Inshore 1-5pm on February 5, 2024 • 2 adults

    Captain Micheal made a great effort to locate the fish hot spot to ensure that we had the exciting experience of reeling in our catch. Very patient with out of skill and excellent teacher. Good conversationalist Thanks for a great day Susan and Janet

  • Mary Conti
    Mary Conti
    Repeat angler
    us
    Ohio, US
    Member since 2023
    4 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Captain Mike

    4 Hour Charter–Inshore 1-5pm on February 3, 2024 • 4 adults

    We had a wonderful day we went to several spots. The weather was perfect, we all caught fish. We caught 3 sharks . The bonnet shark was pretty cute . We set them all free . Was a great Saturday adventure !

  • Diana Warren
    Diana Warren
    us
    Oklahoma, US
    Member since 2024
    5.0
    Verified

    Best Day Ever

    4 Hour Charter–Inshore 8-12noon on June 17, 2024 • 3 adults

    Best day on the water catching amazing fish with Captain Mike…..we will book again when we can make a trip to Florida in about a year so save a spot for us😃😃😃😃

Rating

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

Anglers' gallery (616)

What anglers say

94%
Great experience
98%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
99%
Good boat
96%
Recommended
82%
Caught fish

All reviews (347)

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Abigail Cochran
Abigail Cochran
Repeat angler
us
Wyoming, US
Member since 2025
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Great Father’s Day Trip!
4 Hour Charter–Inshore 8-12noon on June 21, 2026 • 4 adults

captain mike took me, my dad, husband, and mom out for a fathers day fishing trip. we had the best time. it was my moms first time fishing- and of course- she caught the most! Captain Mike is so knowledgeable, friendly, and hilarious. Will absolutely go again!

Reported catch:
Mangrove Snapper
Ladyfish
Ray
Michael Belcher
Response from Captain

My pleasure.

Sheila Hudson
Sheila Hudson
us
Virginia, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
So much Fun!
4 Hour Charter–Inshore 8-12noon on July 29, 2026 • 6 adults

Capt. Mike was so nice and accommodating. We were 6 adults, and it was a little tight with space, but we made it work. We caught fish and even brought some back to cook.

Reported catch:
Ladyfish
Flounder
Ray
Mangrove Snapper
Michael Belcher
Response from Captain

My pleasure.

Steve Rogers
Steve Rogers
Repeat angler
us
Georgia, US
Member since 2021
3 trips
5.0
Verified
Solid Family Fishing Trip
4 Hour Charter–Inshore 8-12noon on June 19, 2026 • 3 adults • 2 children

Had a great time with Michael fishing with my family. It was my 7 year old granddaughter’s first fishing trip and she had a blast.

Reported catch:
Ladyfish
Michael Belcher
Response from Captain

My pleasure.

Crystal Jansma
Crystal Jansma
us
South Dakota, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
a day to remember
4 Hour Charter–Inshore 1-5pm on March 11, 2026 • 3 adults

first timer for myself and my family visiting and i will absolutely be reaching out to captain mike again when other family comes to visit. he was knowledgeable. friendly and kept us ready to put our lines in the water. thank you captain mike

Reported catch:
Bonnethead Shark
Ray
Michael Belcher
Response from Captain

My pleasure.

Nick Zicchino
Nick Zicchino
Repeat angler
us
Florida, US
Member since 2024
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Great birthday fishing trip!
4 Hour Charter–Inshore 8-12noon on March 20, 2026 • 1 adult • 5 children

Captain Mike took great care of us, took us to some great spots and made my sons birthday amazing with his friends.

Reported catch:
Flounder
Sheepshead
Bonnethead Shark
Michael Belcher
Response from Captain

My pleasure.

FAQs about Daytona Beach Charters- Inshore

Daytona Beach Charters- Inshore offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $95 per person - Friday Fun Charter 5:30-9:30pm (4 hours)
  • US $395 per group, additional US $30 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Charter–Inshore 1-5pm (4 hours)
  • US $395 per group, additional US $30 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Charter–Inshore 8-12noon (4 hours)
When you book a trip with Daytona Beach Charters- Inshore, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Fighting chair 2
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Sonar
Trips booked with Daytona Beach Charters- Inshore include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Custom made.)
  • Live bait (Usually shrimp)
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Gratuity appreciated)
  • First mate
  • Fishing license (I provide)
Daytona Beach Charters- Inshore offers the following types of fishing:
  • River fishing (Intracoastal Waterway)
  • Inshore fishing (Out of Daytona Beach)
  • Nearshore fishing (1 mile max)
  • Flats fishing
  • Backcountry fishing
Daytona Beach Charters- Inshore offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
Top targeted fish species with Daytona Beach Charters- Inshore include:
  • Black Drum
  • Bluefish (Tailor)
  • Flounder
  • Jack Crevalle
  • Ladyfish
  • Pompano
  • Ray
  • Redfish
  • Shark (Blacktip)
  • Shark (Bonnethead)
  • Sheepshead
  • Snapper (Mangrove)

Your captain

Michael Belcher
Michael Belcher
Port Orange, Florida, United States
69 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
347 Customer reviews
Typical response within 3 hours
Member since April 2015
I want to help you catch fish like the locals do! We have always caught fish- just can't promise what species. I specialize on whatever is running recently especially Redfish, Black Drum and Snapper.. Usually we fish Inshore with an occasional Near Shore opportunity. I possess an USCG 100 Ton Master Captains License #167899. My Charter License covers your Fishing License -so no worries. Pics are of actual clients with their catch. Gratuity appreciated but not required. Venmo and Zelle now accepted as a payment method.
Michael Belcher
Michael Belcher
Fully verified
69
reports
347
reviews
2015
member since
~3h
response
I want to help you catch fish like the locals do! We have always caught fish- just can't promise what species. I specialize on whatever is running recently especially Redfish, Black Drum and Snapper.. Usually we fish Inshore with an occasional Near Shore opportunity. I possess an USCG 100 Ton Master Captains License #167899. My Charter License covers your Fishing License -so no worries. Pics are of actual clients with their catch. Gratuity appreciated but not required. Venmo and Zelle now accepted as a payment method.

The fish you can target

Black Drum
Black Drum
Bluefish (Tailor)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Flounder
Flounder
Jack Crevalle
Jack Crevalle
Ladyfish
Ladyfish
Pompano
Pompano
Ray
Ray
Redfish
Redfish
Blacktip Shark
Blacktip Shark
Bonnethead Shark
Bonnethead Shark
Sheepshead
Sheepshead
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Black Drum
Black Drum
Bluefish (Tailor)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Flounder
Flounder
Jack Crevalle
Jack Crevalle
Ladyfish
Ladyfish

Real catches by this captain

  • So much Fun!
    Sheila H.
    Sheila H.
  • Great Father’s Day Trip!
    Abigail F.
    Abigail F.
  • March fishing trip
    Breanna L.
    Breanna L.
  • Great birthday fishing trip!
    Nick Z.
    Nick Z.
  • a day to remember
    Crystal J.
    Crystal J.
  • Mike is the man!
    Todd L.
    Todd L.
  • Great first time for our Mother & Daughter trip
    MiKayla C.
    MiKayla C.
  • Best Day Ever
    Diana W.
    Diana W.
  • A Great Captain makes the trip!!
    Blake K.
    Blake K.
  • Glad we choose Captain Michael
    Susan E.
    Susan E.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
22 ft
Year built
2014
Restored in
2024
Boat manufacturer
Skeeter
Boat type
Bay boat
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 200HP
Max cruising speed
40 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

River Fishing
Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Spinning
Jigging

Which amenities are available onboard

Fighting chair
2
GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Sonar
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Custom made.
Live bait
Usually shrimp
Catch cleaning & filleting
Gratuity appreciated
First mate
Fishing license
I provide

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 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.
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What the listing policies are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child friendly
You keep catch
I WILL FILLET AND PLACE IN ZIP LOCK BAG FOR YOU.
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 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

What’s biting in Port Orange right now

Black DrumBlack Drum
FlounderFlounder
Jack CrevalleJack Crevalle
PompanoPompano
RedfishRedfish
Shark (Blacktip)Shark (Blacktip)
SheepsheadSheepshead
Snapper (Mangrove)Snapper (Mangrove)

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