Fast Times Sport Fishing Charters
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Fast Times Sport Fishing Charters

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5.0 / 5
(132 reviews)
Map of Manistee, MI, United States
267 Arthur Street
Manistee, MI, United States
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If you’d like to spend an enjoyable day on a lake and chase various interesting species, then Fast Times Sport Fishing Charters is the right choice for you. A place of many good fishing spots, Lake Michigan not only offers a wide range of freshwater species to catch but is also distinguished by beautiful nature and rich marine life. Captain Nick Kandes will take you to the best spots on the lake and make sure you have a lovely time on the water and return with a fine catch. Join him and explore the beauties of fishing in Manistee, Michigan!

Your trip will start on a 31’ Tiara 3100 Open offshore sport fishing boat. It runs on two 270 HP 350 Crusader engines with a maximum cruising speed of 25 knots and can sit up to 6 anglers. The boat’s got a full-featured navigation system, toilet, refrigerator, and downriggers.

Using heavy tackle, you’ll troll mostly for various types of Salmon and Trout, but you can also bump into Walleye and Perch. All the fish you catch is yours to keep and take home. You’re also free to take children on your trip.

As for the needed gear, you’re covered with rods, reels, tackle, and lures. Captain Nick will also clean and fillet your catch free of charge. You should just bring your licenses, food, and drinks.

Join Fast Times Sport Fishing Charters and spend a wonderful time fishing this Great Lake!

  • You Keep Catch
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Toilet
  • Child Friendly
  • Rods, reels & tackle

Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (AM)
    In demand! Last booked: 5 days ago
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 5:00 AM
    Seasonal trip May 1 - Sep 30
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $700
    Fishing offshore out of the port of Manistee on Lake Michigan for Salmon and Trout.
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (PM)
    In demand! Last booked: 20 hours ago
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 3:00 PM
    Seasonal trip May 1 - Sep 30
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $700
    You'll fish out of the port of Manistee for Salmon and Trout.
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Excellent
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Tony H.
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Great time again with this Captain and his boat!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on July 3, 2024
This was the second time we used Captain Nick and his charter Fast Times. We had such a great time the first go round and caught...
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Jeff S.
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VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip (AM) on September 5, 2024
Our group went out with Captain Nick for salmon and he did not disappoint, he put us on the fish and we had our limit in 2...
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Thomas M.
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Birthday/father's day trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on June 15, 2024
Had a great time. My middle son treated me and his brother’s on a fishing trip for my Birthday/father’s day. Captain Nick...
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Jordan R.
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Awesome Trip!! Do Not Hesitate!

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip (AM) on August 29, 2024
Nick was awesome, got us on the fish fast and we had 4 fish hooked up at once at one point! Got our limits and had a blast...
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Ryan M.
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Capt Nick delivers

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on June 20, 2024
Caught a boat load of Lake Trout and a few little kings. Had a great time with Captain Nick and would definitely recommend....
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FAQs about Fast Times Sport Fishing Charters

Fast Times Sport Fishing Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $700 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - Half Day Trip (AM) (6 hours)
  • US $700 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - Half Day Trip (PM) (6 hours)
When you book a trip with Fast Times Sport Fishing Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Radar
Trips booked with Fast Times Sport Fishing Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
Fast Times Sport Fishing Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Lake Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing
Fast Times Sport Fishing Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Trolling
Top targeted fish species with Fast Times Sport Fishing Charters include:
  • Brown Trout
  • Lake Trout
  • Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
  • Salmon (Chinook)
  • Salmon (Coho)

Meet the Captain

Nick Kandes
Manistee, Michigan, United States
140 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since January 2021
Captain Nick Kandes wishes you a warm welcome to Michigan and invites you on lovely lake fishing trips. Come aboard and enjoy a beautiful stay on Lakes Michigan or Erie!

About this listing

Targeted species

Brown Trout Brown Trout
Lake Trout Lake Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead) Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Salmon (Chinook) Chinook Salmon

Boat specs

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Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
31 ft
Year built
1984
Boat manufacturer
Tiara 3100 open
Boat type
Sportfishing
Engine model
350 crusaders
Powered by
2 x 270HP
Max cruising speed
25 knots

Types of fishing

Lake Fishing
Offshore Fishing

Fishing techniques

Heavy Tackle
Trolling

Amenities

Toilet
GPS
Fishfinder
Radar

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting

Cancellation policy

Deposit non-refundable

If it is unsafe to travel, you may still cancel free of charge or change the date(s) of your booking.

Listing policies

Pickup agreed upon reservation
Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.
Child Friendly
You Keep Catch
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Payment

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:

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