Waterboy Charters – 18' Shallow Sport

WE ARE OPEN AND READY TO TAKE YOU FISHING!!
Season is here and so are the fish!! Don’t wait, book now as the calendar is filling up fast!

There is no better time to go on an inshore fishing trip with Waterboy Charters in the Everglades National Park/Ten Thousand Islands. Capt. Slade may be young but he has grown up fishing in the Everglades and knows where to take you to get the most out of your trip.

You’ll spend the day on an 18ft Shallow Sport Classic. This beautiful boat can fit up to 2 friends for fishing plus the Captain. This vessel has a 115 Suzuki engine and pairs this with the full navigational equipment, including a fishfinder, and you’ll be on top of the fish before you know it. The wireless trolling motor on board will also give you that extra edge in chasing down your prey.

Species you’ll be targeting include Tarpon, Snook, Redfish, and Spotted Seatrout. Tarpon is a great species for testing your fishing skills – the Silver King puts up a fight once hooked, and in over 60% of cases will break free. Reel this in to get complete bragging rights!

You’ll be using a variety of fishing techniques, from trolling to jigging and popping. Whatever your skill level, there is a fish out there with your name on it. Kids are more than welcome on board and life vests are provided. For their comfort, the captain recommends bringing your own though.

Included in the price are top-quality Penn rods and reels, and all bait and tackle. Live bait is usually caught before the trip.  After your trip, the captain will fillet whatever catch you decide to keep. Capt. Slade will also let you know the best restaurants to take your catch to be cooked.

You are welcome to bring food and drink along, which can go in the captain’s cooler on board.

Book now and start making some amazing memories with Waterboy Charters – you’re sure to come back time and time again.



Trip availability and prices

  • Private trip
    4 Hour Fishing Trip SEASON
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:30 AM
    Price for 2 persons
    US $550
    4 Hour fishing charter for 2 people, $50.00 extra person charge, max 3 people.
    Targeted fish
    Snook
    Snook
    Tarpon
    Tarpon
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Black Drum
    Black Drum
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Spotted Seatrout
    Spotted Seatrout
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Fishing Trip SEASON
    In demand! Last booked: 4 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:30 AM
    Price for 2 persons
    US $650
    A 6-hour fishing charter for 3 people max. The Charter takes place inshore, in and around the Ten Thousand Islands/Everglades National Park. Includes all tackle, license, and bottled water. Bring your hat and sunscreen.
    Targeted fish
    Snook
    Snook
    Tarpon
    Tarpon
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Black Drum
    Black Drum
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Spotted Seatrout
    Spotted Seatrout
  • Private trip
    8 hour FULL DAY , SEASON
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:30 AM
    Price for 2 persons
    US $950
    8 hour fishing charter for up to 3 people max. Inshor/Nearshore in the Ten Thousand Islands. Includes licenses, tackle and bottled water. Gratuity is not included but is appreciated.
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Flats Fishing
    Backcountry Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Jigging
    Popping
    Spinning
    Targeted fish
    Snook
    Snook
    Tarpon
    Tarpon
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Black Drum
    Black Drum
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Spotted Seatrout
    Spotted Seatrout
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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 16 reviews
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (6)
Capt Slade was great
Had a fantastic time
Had a fantastic time
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Angler rating
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Good experience
75%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
94%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
88%
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Ronnie C. C.
Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great trip but fish hiding

VERIFIED   3 Hour (AM) Fishing Trip on September 2, 2024
Captain Slade was great, fun guy to fish with, very helpful, professional and kind. Boat and equipment sufficient for the beautiful,...
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Elijah C.
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Had a fantastic time

VERIFIED   3 Hour (AM) Fishing Trip on May 31, 2024
We had a fantastic time fishing with Captain Slade and caught tons of fish, reaching our limit on keeper seatrout. Captain...
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Michael H.
Excellent
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Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Capt Slade was great

VERIFIED   3 Hour (AM) Fishing Trip on June 8, 2024
Capt Slade did a great job taking me around to some great fishing holes. We didn’t leave until 0745 which was my fault and...
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Shawn N.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
Overall

Had a GREAT TIME with Slade!

VERIFIED   6 Hour Fishing Trip SEASON on February 27, 2024
My buddy and I booked Slade for two days. We are 71 and 64 yrs old. Slade, being a youngin’, was a little too sensitive to...
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Anthony B.
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Fantastic trip

VERIFIED   3 Hour (PM) Fishing Trip on April 4, 2024
Took 2 of my grandchildren fishing with Cpt. Slade. He was very personable, attentive, helpful. Treated the kids with respect...
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FAQs about Waterboy Charters – 18' Shallow Sport

Waterboy Charters – 18' Shallow Sport offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $550 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Fishing Trip SEASON (4 hours)
  • US $650 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 6 Hour Fishing Trip SEASON (6 hours)
  • US $900 per group, additional US $50 per person after 1 guest - 8 hour FULL DAY , SEASON (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Waterboy Charters – 18' Shallow Sport, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Wireless Trolling Motor
  • Ice Box Seperate coolers for food and catch

Trips booked with Waterboy Charters – 18' Shallow Sport include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait (Will be on boat prior to charter )
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Clenaing and filleting of you fish is included. )
  • Drinks (Bottled water included )
  • Fishing License (Charter license covers boat)

Waterboy Charters – 18' Shallow Sport offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing (Ten Tousand islands, ENP)
  • Nearshore Fishing (Ten Thousand Islands, ENP)
  • Flats Fishing
  • Backcountry Fishing

Waterboy Charters – 18' Shallow Sport offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping

Top targeted fish species with Waterboy Charters – 18' Shallow Sport include:
  • Black Drum
  • Redfish
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snook
  • Spotted Seatrout
  • Tarpon

Your operator

Waterboy Charters
Everglades City, Florida, United States
13 Fishing Reports
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94 Customer reviews
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Member since June 2018
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There is nothing better than spending time on the water fishing and sightseeing in one of the world's most beautiful national parks. Join me and Captain Slade on a guided charter excursion in the Everglades National Park and Ten Thousands Islands.
Our Team
Capt. Bobby J.
Captain
Capt. Slade J.
Captain

The fish you can target

Black Drum Black Drum
Redfish Redfish
Snapper (Mangrove) Mangrove Snapper
Snook Snook

What the boat is like

Boat Image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
3 persons
Boat length
18 ft
Year built
2007
Restored in
2021
Boat manufacturer
Shallow Sport Clasic
Boat type
Center console

Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
1 x 115HP
Max cruising speed
35 knots

Which types of fishing are offered

Inshore Fishing
Ten Tousand islands, ENP
Nearshore Fishing
Ten Thousand Islands, ENP
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Spinning
Jigging
Popping

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Wireless Trolling Motor
Ice Box
Seperate coolers for food and catch

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Will be on boat prior to charter
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Clenaing and filleting of you fish is included.
Drinks
Bottled water included
Fishing License
Charter license covers boat

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.

What the listing policies are

Pickup included in price
Transfer from hotels or jetties in Everglades City to departure site is available and included in trip rates.
You Keep Catch
Legal fish will be cleaned and bagged for you
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 20% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% 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
Checks
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3.5% charge will apply.

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