Rainbow Charters
Rainbow Charters
Rainbow Charters is a 4th generation charter fishing business that has been operating out of Ponce Inlet, FL for more than 50 years. They offer a range of fishing trips, starting at a 4-hour day trip, up to a 12-hour adventure for hard-core anglers.
Captain Scott's goal is to provide you with a memorable experience no matter what your fishing skills are. His excellent first mate is skilled at assisting the guest anglers with whatever help they need, to make their day a fun and successful day.
You will be fishing on a 39' deep-sea fishing vessel with a 450 HP Turbo Diesel Cummins engine. The Rainbow II is a sturdy, seaworthy vessel that will provide a safe, enjoyable fishing trip. She is equipped with GPS, fish finders, tackle, rods&reels, bait, outriggers, on-board bathroom, seating for all passengers, and safety equipment.
Go after Mahi Mahi, Wahoo, Snapper, Mackerel, Amberjack, Barracuda, and Sailfish among other species. Offshore trips can take you as far as 50 miles off the coast, so you'll have the chance to target the biggest fish the Gulf offers.
Everything is included in the price except for your personal snacks, lunches, and beverages. Make sure to bring sunscreen, sunglasses, non-slip footwear, and a hat. If you think you might get seasick, think ahead and get some meds. Remember the camera to catch those special shots!
Rainbow Charters welcomes you aboard! Join for a memorable day on the water!
Rainbow Charters is a 4th generation charter fishing business that has been operating out of Ponce Inlet, FL for more than 50 years. They offer a range of fishing trips, starting at a 4-hour day trip, up to a 12-hour adventure for hard-core anglers.
Captain Scott's goal is to provide you with a memorable experience no matter what your fishing skills are. His excellent first mate is skilled at assisting the guest anglers with whatever help they need, to make their day a fun and successful day.
You will be fishing on a 39' deep-sea fishing vessel with a 450 HP Turbo Diesel Cummins engine. The Rainbow II is a sturdy, seaworthy vessel that will provide a safe, enjoyable fishing trip. She is equipped with GPS, fish finders, tackle, rods&reels, bait, outriggers, on-board bathroom, seating for all passengers, and safety equipment.
Go after Mahi Mahi, Wahoo, Snapper, Mackerel, Amberjack, Barracuda, and Sailfish among other species. Offshore trips can take you as far as 50 miles off the coast, so you'll have the chance to target the biggest fish the Gulf offers.
Everything is included in the price except for your personal snacks, lunches, and beverages. Make sure to bring sunscreen, sunglasses, non-slip footwear, and a hat. If you think you might get seasick, think ahead and get some meds. Remember the camera to catch those special shots!
Rainbow Charters welcomes you aboard! Join for a memorable day on the water!
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Our family had an absolutely incredible experience with Rainbow Charters! This was the first time ocean fishing for the rest of my family (my third trip), and Captain Scott and First Mate Jeremy made it one we'll never forget. We booked a 4-hour charter, but we were having such an amazing time that I asked Captain Scott if we could extend it another 2 hours. He happily accommodated us, and I'm so glad he did! Captain Scott kept putting us right on the fish all day long. We caught amberjack, barracuda, bonita, king mackerel, and red snapper! We had to release the amberjack because it was too small and the red snapper because it was out of season, but that didn't take away from the excitement at all. Jeremy was phenomenal. He was constantly moving from rod to rod, making sure everyone was taken care of. There were several times we had doubles hooked up, and he never missed a beat! He was especially amazing with our three kids (ages 14, 14, and 7). He was patient, encouraging, and took the time to explain exactly what they needed to do while reeling in their fish. Watching our kids gain confidence and have so much fun was one of the highlights of the trip. Beyond the fishing, Captain Scott shared some great stories that made the experience even more enjoyable. It felt like spending the day with people who genuinely love what they do and want you to have the best time possible. If you're looking for a charter, don't hesitate to book with Rainbow Charters. We made memories that will last a lifetime, and we'll absolutely be booking with Captain Scott and Jeremy again the next time we're in town!
Great time on the water. The crew was so helpful and insightful on just about anything you could ask them. Had a blast.. started off trolling for barracuda, after catching a couple good kingfish and cuda we decided to try out shark fishing. So much fun and so much fight, landed a ton of great sized sharks but the best part came after that. Right at the end of our trip something huge took our bait… turned out to be roughly a 15 foot 500+ pound sawfish. Highly Highly recommend to all experience levels. Great time with the family and the crew.
We couldnt of asked for a better experience. Per the Captains recommendation we left earlier than anticipated and got to watch the sunrise as we headed out. The weather was perfect. Jarred was the best 1st mate, he was very attentive and busy the whole time baiting the poles as we reeled them in! We caught alot of king mackerel and barracuda. It was a great time and we would definitely recommend booking with them. Thank you so much for a wonderful day, thanks to you both my daughter had a wonderful birthday.
Captain Scott and Jared did a fantastic job putting us on the fish! Captain was constantly trying to get us on the fish and Jared did an outstanding job of talking to us and being everywhere he needed to be. We were a large group of 6 and they still worked their butts off to make sure we had a great time. The boat was setup great and was super comfortable. Great ride out and back in! Book a trip with Captain Scott and Jared you won’t regret it. We will definitely book again with them.
Had a great time! Went on the 4 hour trip with my wife and my 9 and 11 year old son. We caught cobia, king fish, and Spanish mackerel. Captain was very friendly and was happy to answer and questions my kids threw at him. Crewman was great. Highly recommend booking.
FAQs about Rainbow Charters
- US $750 per group - 4 Hour Trip (4 hours)
- US $750 per group - 4 Hour Trip - 1:00 PM (4 hours)
- US $1,050 per group - 6 Hour Trip (6 hours)
- US $1,500 per group - 8 Hour Trip (8 hours)
- US $1,800 per group - 10 Hour Trip – Deep Fishing (10 hours)
- US $2,200 per group - 12 Hour Trip – Gulf Stream (12 hours)
- Toilet
- Fighting chair 2 chairs
- GPS Garmin touch screen with fishfinder
- Fishfinder Furuno fishfinder
- Flybridge Capt.'s chair and extra seating for a guest
- Outriggers
- Ice box
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Live bait
- Lures
- Catch cleaning & filleting
- First mate (David, It's customary to tip the mate 20%)
- Fishing license
- Nearshore fishing (Shark )
- Offshore fishing (up to 50 miles off shore)
- Reef fishing (natural and artificial)
- Wreck fishing (sunken ships, barges, tugboats)
- Light tackle
- Heavy tackle
- Bottom fishing
- Trolling
- Spinning
- Jigging
- Drift fishing
- Deep sea fishing
- Amberjack
- Barracuda (Great)
- Cobia
- Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
- Grouper (Gag)
- Jack Crevalle
- King Mackerel (Kingfish)
- Sailfish
- Seabass (Black)
- Snapper (Red)
- Triggerfish (Gray)
- Tuna (Blackfin)
Your captain
I am a fourth-generation fisherman. My family has been fishing out of Ponce Inlet for more than 50 years. I started fishing with my father, grandfather, and older brother as a mate as a young man and have fishing ever since. I've also run boats to Mexico, Belize, Honduras, Grand Cayman Islands, and the Bahamas. I chose to follow the family tradition of deep-sea fishing because I love the adventure of being on the ocean and I also enjoy watching my customers experience the excitement of reeling in a great catch.
I am a fourth-generation fisherman. My family has been fishing out of Ponce Inlet for more than 50 years. I started fishing with my father, grandfather, and older brother as a mate as a young man and have fishing ever since. I've also run boats to Mexico, Belize, Honduras, Grand Cayman Islands, and the Bahamas. I chose to follow the family tradition of deep-sea fishing because I love the adventure of being on the ocean and I also enjoy watching my customers experience the excitement of reeling in a great catch.
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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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Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
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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:
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When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.
What’s biting in Ponce Inlet right now
Amberjack
Barracuda (Great)
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Grouper (Gag)
Jack Crevalle
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Sailfish
Snapper (Red)
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