Fin & Tonic Charters
+82Come spend a fun and exciting day with Captain Dan Denton and Fin & Tonic Charters! Captain Dan has been a fisherman his entire life and has over a decade of experience fishing and exploring the pristine waters in the Charleston area. Captain Dan is a US Navy veteran, USCG certified boat captain, and a licensed charter boat operator. Join him in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina and have a lovely stay on the water!
The captain’s boat "Fin & Tonic" is a 26’ Calcutta power catamaran. The soft ride, stability, and performance of the Calcutta are superior to any boat in its class. It can sit up to 6 guests, runs on twin 140 HP Suzuki engines, and is equipped with outriggers and a livewell. To enhance your experience on board, there’s a multimedia system you can use, a wireless trolling motor, and Yetti coolers. The vessel is also rigged with all the latest navigation electronics and safety equipment to ensure a fun and safe day on the water.
The species you can fish include King Mackerel, Red Snapper, Black Seabass, Mahi Mahi, Scamp Grouper, Spadefish, Redfish, and more. You can reel them in using bottom and deep sea fishing, trolling, spinning, and jigging. You’re free to keep all the fish you catch.
Captain Dan covers you for all the fishing tackle, bait, licenses, and catch cleaning as well. What you should bring are only snacks and drinks.
Whether you’re a seasoned angler or new to fishing, you can expect a first-class experience. Fin & Tonic Charters and Captain Dan are looking forward to meeting and fishing with you!
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Dan Denton
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+293Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
97%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Caught fish
94%
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First class all the way!!
3/4 Day Trip – Bottom Fishing on June 24, 2025
Another killer trip with Captain Dan! Really appreciate his friendship, knowledge, skills, and professional equipment (including a brand new boat that is 5 star as well). No need to look elsewhere-convenient location to all areas around Charleston. Highly Recommended!!
Another killer trip with Captain Dan! Really appreciate his friendship, knowledge, skills, and professional equipment (including a brand new boat that is 5 star as well). No need to look elsewhere-convenient location to all areas around Charleston. Highly Recommended!!
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Wonderful day!
3 Hour Trip – Shark Fishing (AM) on July 15, 2024
Spent a wonderful morning with Captain Dan! He was personable, knowledgeable and efficient. Our teenage boys had a blast catching several different types of sharks and some pretty big sting rays. It was a beautiful day spent on the water! We will surely be booking with Fin & Tonic again.
Spent a wonderful morning with Captain Dan! He was personable, knowledgeable and efficient. Our teenage boys had a blast catching several different types of sharks and some pretty big sting rays. It was a beautiful day spent on the water! We will surely be booking with Fin & Tonic again.
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Fantastic Trip!
3/4 Day Trip – Bottom Fishing on September 24, 2024
We had an excellent time out on our 3/4 day offshore charter with Captain Dan! He was very professional and super friendly. His extensive knowledge of the area led to some great catches throughout the day! We’ll definitely be back the next time we’re down here!
We had an excellent time out on our 3/4 day offshore charter with Captain Dan! He was very professional and super friendly. His extensive knowledge of the area led to some great catches throughout the day! We’ll definitely be back the next time we’re down here!
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Had a great time
3 Hour Trip – Shark Fishing (PM) on October 12, 2024
Dan the captain was great. Trying really hard to make sure we got fish
Dan the captain was great. Trying really hard to make sure we got fish
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Fishing trip of a lifetime
Full Day Trip – Bottom Fishing on May 23, 2024
My wife and I booked a charter with Captain Dan for our anniversary. Having taken numerous charters in my life, I can honestly say this was the best fishing experience of my life. Capt. Dan knows where the fish are! We caught at least 7 different species of fish and easily could have caught more. During our trip we got to see dolphins, barracuda, and a manatee. We were consistently catching large fish all day. The bite was so consistent we intentionally tried to catch smaller fish but the larger fish kept biting our baits instead. The highlight catches of our trip were my wife’s amberjack weighing over 40 pounds and I caught a shark weighing over 150 pounds! Book Capt. Dan for a trip of a lifetime.
My wife and I booked a charter with Captain Dan for our anniversary. Having taken numerous charters in my life, I can honestly say this was the best fishing experience of my life. Capt. Dan knows where the fish are! We caught at least 7 different species of fish and easily could have caught more. During our trip we got to see dolphins, barracuda, and a manatee. We were consistently catching large fish all day. The bite was so consistent we intentionally tried to catch smaller fish but the larger...
FAQs about Fin & Tonic Charters
What are the trip rates for Fin & Tonic Charters?
Fin & Tonic Charters offers the following trips to customers:
- US $425 per group, additional US $25 per person after 2 guests - 3 Hour Trip – Shark Fishing (AM) (3 hours)
- US $425 per group, additional US $25 per person after 2 guests - 3 Hour Trip – Shark Fishing (PM) (3 hours)
- US $525 per group, additional US $25 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Shark Fishing Afternoon (4 hours)
- US $525 per group, additional US $25 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip – Shark Fishing (AM) (4 hours)
- US $1,050 per group, additional US $25 per person after 3 guests - 3/4 Day Trip – Bottom Fishing (6 hours)
- US $1,250 per group, additional US $25 per person after 3 guests - Full Day Trip – Bottom Fishing (8 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Fin & Tonic Charters?
When you book a trip with Fin & Tonic Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Live Bait Well
- Multimedia System
- Wireless Trolling Motor Minn Kota 36 V
- Outriggers
- Ice Box Yeti coolers
- Radar
What's included in the trip price with Fin & Tonic Charters?
Trips booked with Fin & Tonic Charters include:
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Live Bait
- Lures
- Catch cleaning & filleting
- Fishing License
What types of fishing does Fin & Tonic Charters offer?
Fin & Tonic Charters offers the following types of fishing:
- Nearshore Fishing
- Offshore Fishing
- Reef Fishing
- Wreck Fishing
What fishing techniques does Fin & Tonic Charters offer?
Fin & Tonic Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
- Light Tackle
- Heavy Tackle
- Bottom Fishing
- Trolling
- Spinning
- Jigging
- Deep Sea Fishing
Which fish species can I catch with Fin & Tonic Charters?
Top targeted fish species with Fin & Tonic Charters include:
- Amberjack
- Bonito
- Cobia
- Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
- Grouper (Gag)
- Grouper (Scamp)
- King Mackerel (Kingfish)
- Redfish
- Seabass (Black)
- Snapper (Mutton)
- Snapper (Red)
- Spadefish
Meet your captain
Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, United States
Captain Dan has been an avid fisherman his entire life. Following in his father's footsteps, he enlisted in the US Navy. This is where his fascination for the ocean and saltwater fishing began. Captain Dan's passion for fishing and the outdoors grew over the years and led him to many unique destinations and exciting adventures. After relocating to the Charleston area 14 years ago, the desire to share his experience and passion with others is what led him to establish Fin & Tonic Charters.
Fish you can target
Your boat
Where you can fish
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing
How you can fish
Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Deep Sea Fishing
What's on board
GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Multimedia System
Wireless Trolling Motor
Minn Kota 36 V
Outriggers
Ice Box
Yeti coolers
Radar
Included in the price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Fishing License
How cancellations work
Free cancellation up to 1 day prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 1 day 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.
Listing policies
Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed
How to pay
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
PayPal
Checks
What’s biting in Mount Pleasant right now
Amberjack
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Redfish
Seabass (Black)
Snapper (Red)
Spadefish