Daytona Beach Charters- Inshore 

4.8
(346 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
22 ft
6
4.8
(346 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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Trip availability and prices

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Friday Fun Charter 5:30-9:30pm
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 5:30 PM
Seasonal trip
(Fri)
Jack Crevalle
Bluefish (Tailor)
Snapper (Mangrove)
Black Drum
+7
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
+8
US $395
Entire boat: 2 people

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Rating

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

Anglers' gallery (613)

What anglers say

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

All reviews (346)

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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, 20264 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, 20266 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, 20263 adults2 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, 20263 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.

Cheryl Miller
Cheryl Miller
Repeat angler
us
Maine, US
Member since 2018
4 trips
4.7
Verified
trip with Captain Mike
4 Hour Charter–Inshore 1-5pm on April 19, 20263 adults1 child

My son and his boys had a great time! and what a thrill to see 10 year old Cyrus bring in a Manta Ray. A seven minute battle and he was so determined.

Reported catch:
Flounder
Bonnethead Shark
Ray
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 (Custom rods and reels)
  • 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

68 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
346 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
68
reports
346
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.
  • 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.
  • Captain Mike
    Mary C.
    Mary C.

What is the boat like?

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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
Intracoastal Waterway
Inshore Fishing
Out of Daytona Beach
Nearshore Fishing
1 mile max
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Spinning
Custom rods and reels
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)
Snapper (Mangrove)Snapper (Mangrove)

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