Hoodoo Sportfishing Charters
+32Explore the bountiful North Florida waters with one of the largest boats in the fishing fleet out of Jacksonville, FL with HooDoo Sportfishing Charters! Your guide for the day is Captain Tim, who has trophies from several fishing tournaments under his belt. He’s also been featured in fishing magazines and teaches High-Speed Wahoo Trolling seminars all around Florida, so many experienced anglers will probably recognize him.
Your adventure starts on a 36’ custom-built Contender that accommodates up to 6 anglers. This center console sticks to the rule “safety first”, which is why it has every safety feature available, including satellite phones with texting. The boat is powered by 3 300 HP Suzuki engines, that ensure a fast and comfortable ride at all times.
The boat has everything you need to find the best spots and catch the fish you’ve always wanted. She has downriggers, outriggers, kites, a wireless trolling motor with a precise anchoring system.
There’s a variety of species to catch around here, so it’s best if you decide in advance what you want to focus on. You can troll for Sailfish, Wahoo, Marlin, Tuna, and Mahi Mahi, or visit the reefs and wrecks for Cobia, Grouper, and Amberjack.
The crew will be by your side, ready to assist whenever you need them. After the trip, they’ll clean and fillet your catch.
Your fishing equipment and licenses are included in the price. You only need to pack some snacks, drinks, and sun protection.
Taking a trip with Hoodoo Sportfishing Charters is one of the best ways to find out what professional fishing looks and feels like.
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Captain
Timothy Altman
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+109Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
97%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Caught fish
88%
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In all types of weather!!
Full Day 8-Hour Trip on May 31, 2025
Captain Tim was awesome! We did not have the wind on our side and the forecast just didn’t happen the way it was supposed to. Captain Tim still put us on fish. The kids had a blast, we all had great conversation, it was just a great trip. We will be booking with him again.
Captain Tim was awesome! We did not have the wind on our side and the forecast just didn’t happen the way it was supposed to. Captain Tim still put us on fish. The kids had a blast, we all had great conversation, it was just a great trip. We will be booking with him again.
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Great fishing trip
Trip for Roy on May 9, 2025
Catch a lot fish but I got sea sick gotta head back 🤣 but I goo again next time
Catch a lot fish but I got sea sick gotta head back 🤣 but I goo again next time
Saint Augustine, Florida
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4 hour afternoon trip
4 Hour PM - Kingfish Trip on August 26, 2023
Our trip began with a cruise along the beach looking for live bait. The baitfish were scarce so Captain Chris headed offshore and quickly adapted our itinerary to bottom fishing. We were kept busy catching Red Snapper and a few other random species. Captain Chris kept everyone’s hook baited, and offered tips on technique. The most exciting moment was when my son hooked something big enough to run away with the line. He struggled to reel it in and after fighting it for a few minutes the line snapped. Captain Chris speculated it was a Goliath Grouper. On our way in we trolled for Tarpon and got a hit but the hooks didn’t set. It was a great day on the water and we learned a lot. Hoodoo Fishing charters provided a personable and professional fishing experience and I would recommend them to anyone.
Our trip began with a cruise along the beach looking for live bait. The baitfish were scarce so Captain Chris headed offshore and quickly adapted our itinerary to bottom fishing. We were kept busy catching Red Snapper and a few other random species. Captain Chris kept everyone’s hook baited, and offered tips on technique. The most exciting moment was when my son hooked something big enough to run away with the line. He struggled to reel it in and after fighting it for a few minutes the line...
Jacksonville Beach, FL
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Its how you respond
6 Hour Trip – Nearshore on September 5, 2022
Less than an hour on our spot, as other captains on radio were bailing out, Cap’n Tim and Mate Jeff had my 13yo fighting our 3rd meaty King, 2 already in the box. The 3rd King was reluctant to be caught and my kid fell out fighting the fish first to heat then sickness. 2hrs into a 6hr charter I knew the day was over. Cap’n Tim and Jeff responded with kindness and empathy. After my son fed the fish and slightly recovered Mate Jeff tried to distract him by teaching my boy to tie knots. But the day was done. End of day the 3 Kings gave us enough meat that we could share with neighbors. My son blew past the negatives and has been tying rigs with the knots Jeff taught him and putting them in bags just like Cap’n Tim. Not the way we drew it up, but success is measured in different ways. Had I been with my buddies, or my son on a different day, Ive no doubt Cap’n Tim could fill those fish boxes to the brim.
Less than an hour on our spot, as other captains on radio were bailing out, Cap’n Tim and Mate Jeff had my 13yo fighting our 3rd meaty King, 2 already in the box. The 3rd King was reluctant to be caught and my kid fell out fighting the fish first to heat then sickness. 2hrs into a 6hr charter I knew the day was over. Cap’n Tim and Jeff responded with kindness and empathy. After my son fed the fish and slightly recovered Mate Jeff tried to distract him by teaching my boy to tie knots. But the...
Galena, OH
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Great first offshore experience!
4 Hour Trip – Half Day (AM) on August 4, 2022
Today was unbelievably fun! Tim and Chris were absolutely phenomenal hosts! Their experience was obvious. They put us on the fish and we could not have asked for a better experience. I will tell you right now that ANY time I’m on the Florida or Georgia coastline, I’ll be taking time aside to go fishing with these guys. It’s a can’t miss. Our first offshore fishing trip, we caught a mixed bag which inlcuded bites from Kingfish, Cobia, Cuda’s, and 10ft bullsharks. The trip ended on a high note with a double hook up. I fought a kingfish from the back of the boat, and my son, Myles, reeled in a 32lb Cobia from the front. It was a great trip on a great boat! Just down the street there is a great food spot that the guys recommended. We took some of our catch and we made a meal of it.
Today was unbelievably fun! Tim and Chris were absolutely phenomenal hosts! Their experience was obvious. They put us on the fish and we could not have asked for a better experience. I will tell you right now that ANY time I’m on the Florida or Georgia coastline, I’ll be taking time aside to go fishing with these guys. It’s a can’t miss. Our first offshore fishing trip, we caught a mixed bag which inlcuded bites from Kingfish, Cobia, Cuda’s, and 10ft bullsharks. The trip ended on...
FAQs about Hoodoo Sportfishing Charters
What are the trip rates for Hoodoo Sportfishing Charters?
Hoodoo Sportfishing Charters offers the following trips to customers:
- US $900 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - 4-Hour Nearshore Trip (AM) (4 hours)
- US $900 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - 4-Hour Nearshore Trip (PM) (4 hours)
- US $1,200 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - Offshore Sheepshead - 6 Hour Trip (6 hours)
- US $1,250 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - 6 Hour Trip – Nearshore (6 hours)
- US $1,500 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - Offshore Sheepshead - 8 Hour Trip (8 hours)
- US $1,750 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - Full Day 8-Hour Trip (8 hours)
- US $2,250 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - 10 Hour Deepwater Trip (10 hours)
- US $2,500 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - 11 Hour Mahi (Dolphin) Trolling (11 hours)
- US $2,500 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - 11 Hour Trip – Deepwater/Bluewater (11 hours)
- US $2,900 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - 11 Hour Trip – High-speed Wahoo (11 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Hoodoo Sportfishing Charters?
When you book a trip with Hoodoo Sportfishing Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
- Toilet
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Live Bait Well
- Wireless Trolling Motor
- Outriggers
- Radar
What's included in the trip price with Hoodoo Sportfishing Charters?
Trips booked with Hoodoo Sportfishing Charters include:
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Live Bait
- Lures
- Catch cleaning & filleting
- First Mate
- Fishing License
What types of fishing does Hoodoo Sportfishing Charters offer?
Hoodoo Sportfishing Charters offers the following types of fishing:
- River Fishing
- Inshore Fishing
- Nearshore Fishing
- Offshore Fishing
- Reef Fishing
- Wreck Fishing
What fishing techniques does Hoodoo Sportfishing Charters offer?
Hoodoo Sportfishing Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
- Light Tackle
- Heavy Tackle
- Bottom Fishing
- Trolling
- Jigging
- Drift Fishing
- Kite Fishing
- Deep Sea Fishing
Which fish species can I catch with Hoodoo Sportfishing Charters?
Top targeted fish species with Hoodoo Sportfishing Charters include:
- Cobia
- Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
- Grouper (Gag)
- King Mackerel (Kingfish)
- Redfish
- Sailfish
- Snapper (Mangrove)
- Snapper (Mutton)
- Snapper (Red)
- Snapper (Vermilion)
- Triggerfish (Gray)
- Wahoo
Your captain
Fernandina Beach, Florida, United States
Capt Tim says he became a Charter Captain because he loves to put people on fish and is committed to go the extra mile to do so. He has been fishing all of his life, but for the last 25 years, he's concentrated mostly offshore and in competitive tournament fishing. His real joy is watching someone catch something they've only dreamed about. Capt. Tim is a retired military veteran, serving on active duty from 1981 to 2009. He created the Facebook Group "Wahoo Junkies" that has around 12,000 members worldwide. Tim has been featured in the Florida Sportsman Magazine and does High-Speed Wahoo Trolling seminars throughout the state for the Florida Sportsman Expos. In addition, he authors 2 for columns for Florida print publications and does Podcasts and Livestreams about Offshore Fishing. So if you're willing, there is a great chance your charter would be featured in one of his media outlets with pictures of your epic day. Fishing is his passion.
Chris A.
Captain
Flynn J.
Captain
The fish you can target
What is the boat like?
What kind of fishing will you do?
River Fishing
Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing
Which fishing techniques you can try
Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Jigging
Drift Fishing
Kite Fishing
Deep Sea Fishing
Which amenities are available onboard
Toilet
GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Wireless Trolling Motor
Outriggers
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 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.
What the listing policies are
Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
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 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
Checks
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.
What’s biting in Fernandina Beach right now
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Grouper (Gag)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Redfish
Sailfish
Snapper (Red)
Wahoo