Checkmate Charters 34' sportfish 

4.9/5 (183 reviews)
 
Federally permitted
 Glen Cheek Drive 505, Port Canaveral, FL 32920, United States

Checkmate Charters 34' sportfish 

 
Federally permitted
4.9/5 (183)
 Angler's Choice
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Glen Cheek Drive 505
Port Canaveral, FL, United States

Checkmate Charters and Captain Nathan Brady welcome you on a fishing adventure out of Cape Canaveral, Florida! They currently specialize in near coastal fishing trips in the Atlantic Ocean as well as offshore deep sea fishing. They offer a range of trips for anyone from beginners to the well-seasoned fishermen. All the trips are private and can be personalized to suit your needs. Bring the whole family (up to 6 total) and children are welcome (no infants please, they must be able to fit into a life vest)  Your captain will work one-on-one with you to teach you about his style of fishing. For any questions or concerns, just message him before booking and he'll respond as soon as possible. Welcome aboard and tight lines!

You'll fish from a custom 34' Stuart Angler offshore sport fishing boat restored in 2020. This comfortable boat is equipped for the way you'll fish and includes all you need to get the job done. It can fit 6 anglers, runs on a 450 HP Cummins 6CTA engine to get you to the fishing grounds fast and in comfort, and has got a private toilet you can use if needed. Apart from modern navigation electronics, the boat's equipped with a fly bridge with full controls, livewell, outriggers, downriggers, and an ice-box.

Nearshore, you can explore the Atlantic for sharks, Red Drum, Stingray, and many other species. If you travel offshore, you can deep sea fish for various pelagic species such as King Mackerel, Sailfish, Mahi Mahi, Cobia, Tuna, Barracuda, Grouper, Snapper, Amberjack, sharks, and much more!

You should only bring your food and drinks for the day, and a hat, sunscreen, and sunglasses are recommended. You can keep your catch as well as bring kids on the trip. 15-20% gratuity is customary for the captain working for you that day.
We ask that no glass bottles, hard liquor, and spray sunscreen to be brought on the boat.

We will call between 5-8 pm the day before your trip to confirm everything is still good to go.

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Rating

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

Anglers' gallery (273)

Excellent Trip!
Excellent Trip!
Excellent Trip!
Excellent Trip!
Exhilirating
Exhilirating
+267

What anglers say

94%
Great experience
99%
Family friendly
99%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
95%
Recommended
89%
Caught fish

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David Meier
David Meier
5.0
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Excellent Trip!
4 Hr Trip – Coastal Shark Trip (PM) on November 4, 20256 adults
Met up with our captain off of a cruise ship. He was great to work with, very accommodating and knew where we would find some fish. Our kids had a great time trying to reel them in. Would definitely do this again.
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Daniel Andrews
Daniel Andrews
5.0
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awesome trip
4 Hr Trip – Coastal Shark Trip (AM) on April 1, 20263 adults
Wobderful experience
Response from Captain
April 2, 2026
thanks for coming iut guys im glad you had a great time!
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Daniel Loris
Daniel Loris
5.0
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Exhilirating
4 Hr Trip – Coastal Shark Trip (AM) on August 5, 20252 adults1 child
If you are ready to reel in the monster you always dreamed of, coupled with a seasoned captain who works tirelessly to make you and your family happy and safe - Then look no further than Checkmate Charters. Thank you for the incredible day and making my sons dream a reality.
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Patricia Richey
Patricia Richey
5.0
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November fishing trip
5 Hour Trip – Offshore (PM) on November 10, 20256 adults
Reported catch:
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
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John Hurst
John Hurst
5.0
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October fishing trip
5 Hour Trip – Offshore (AM) on October 13, 20254 adults
Reported catch:
Blacktip Shark
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Trip availability and prices

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4 Hr Trip – Coastal Shark Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip
starts at 7:00 AM
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US $550
Entire boat: up to 6 people
4 Hr Trip – Coastal Shark Trip (PM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip
starts at 12:00 PM
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US $550
Entire boat: up to 6 people
5 Hour Trip – Offshore (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 Hour Trip
starts at 7:00 AM
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US $1,000
Entire boat: up to 6 people
5 Hour Trip – Offshore (PM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 Hour Trip
starts at 11:00 AM
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US $1,000
Entire boat: up to 6 people
7hr Offshore Fishing
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
7 Hour Trip
starts at 7:30 AM
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US $1,200
Entire boat: up to 6 people

Rating

4.9
183 reviews
5
167
4
9
3
4
2
1
1
0
4.9
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (273)

Excellent Trip!
Excellent Trip!
Excellent Trip!
Excellent Trip!
Exhilirating
Exhilirating
+267

What anglers say

94%
Great experience
99%
Family friendly
99%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
95%
Recommended
89%
Caught fish

All reviews (183)

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David Meier
David Meier
5.0
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Excellent Trip!
4 Hr Trip – Coastal Shark Trip (PM) on November 4, 20256 adults
Met up with our captain off of a cruise ship. He was great to work with, very accommodating and knew where we would find some fish. Our kids had a great time trying to reel them in. Would definitely do this again.
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Daniel Andrews
Daniel Andrews
5.0
Verified
New
awesome trip
4 Hr Trip – Coastal Shark Trip (AM) on April 1, 20263 adults
Wobderful experience
Response from Captain
April 2, 2026
thanks for coming iut guys im glad you had a great time!
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Daniel Loris
Daniel Loris
5.0
Verified
Exhilirating
4 Hr Trip – Coastal Shark Trip (AM) on August 5, 20252 adults1 child
If you are ready to reel in the monster you always dreamed of, coupled with a seasoned captain who works tirelessly to make you and your family happy and safe - Then look no further than Checkmate Charters. Thank you for the incredible day and making my sons dream a reality.
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Patricia Richey
Patricia Richey
5.0
Verified
November fishing trip
5 Hour Trip – Offshore (PM) on November 10, 20256 adults
Reported catch:
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
0
John Hurst
John Hurst
5.0
Verified
October fishing trip
5 Hour Trip – Offshore (AM) on October 13, 20254 adults
Reported catch:
Blacktip Shark
0

FAQs about Checkmate Charters 34' sportfish

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The fish you can target

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
34 ft
Year built
1988
Restored in
2020
Boat manufacturer
Stuart Angler
Boat type
Sportfishing

Engine model
Cummins
Powered by
1 x 450HP
Max cruising speed
20 knots
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