Florida Saltwater Fishing Charters
5.0/5 (55 reviews)
250 Boatyard Street, New Smyrna Beach, FL 32169, United States–
Florida Saltwater Fishing Charters
5.0/5 (55 reviews)
250 Boatyard Street
New Smyrna Beach, FL, United States
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Florida Saltwater Fishing Charters operates out of New Smyrna Beach, Florida, and specializes in creating unforgettable fishing experiences on these productive coastal waters. Your trip takes place aboard a well-maintained 2020 Carolina Skiff 23 LS, a versatile vessel that comfortably and safely accommodates up to 5 anglers.
Captain Eric is dedicated to providing guests with a fun, relaxed, and successful day on the water. Trips typically range from 4 to 6 hours and target popular inshore and nearshore species such as Redfish, Snook, Tarpon, Snapper, Black Drum, and Jack Crevalle, depending on the season and daily conditions. Anglers will fish using proven techniques like light tackle and bottom fishing to keep the action steady and exciting.
All rods, reels, and terminal tackle are included, along with fishing licenses for everyone on board, so all you need to do is show up ready to fish. At the end of your trip, your catch will be professionally cleaned and filleted for you to take home and enjoy.
Book your trip today and experience the water with Captain Eric Lee and Florida Saltwater Fishing Charters — where great days on the water are always the goal.
Rating
5.0
55 reviews
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5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience
Anglers' gallery (108)
+102
What anglers say
97%
Great experience
97%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
98%
Recommended
100%
Caught fish
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Tom Mattingly
Hillsboro, MO
5.0
Verified
3/4 day with Captain Eric
6 Hour Trip | Morning on August 6, 2023 • 2 adults • 1 child
Eric knows what he's doing. We wanted shark fishing and he delivered. First we got to chase the shark bait. Bonita. That is one scrappy fish. Ten times the fight of a largemouth. Then the sharks. What a blast!!! We had to double team the rigs, because they did not want to be caught!!! Got our limit and moved on to some non-stop action on trout, bluefish, etc.. Just a great day with a great Captain. I've been boating for years and have never seen that kind of skill driving a boat. His first mate Dalton kept us baited, rigged, gaffed the big ones, and was just doing all the " dirty work" for us all day. At the end of the day Eric cleaned our catch and bagged it up for us. I would give him ten stars if I could.
Reported catch:
Response from Captain
August 7, 2023
Thank you so much! I had a blast too.
0
Ken Jacobs
5.0
Verified
Fishing trip in August
4 Hour Trip | Morning on August 5, 2023 • 2 adults
1
Kevin Reagan
5.0
Verified
Fishing trip in June
4 Hour Trip | Evening on June 21, 2023 • 4 adults
0
Michelle Krause
Appleton, WI
5.0
Verified
Better Than Could Have Imagined
4 Hour Trip (PM) on June 4, 2023 • 4 adults
Our son wanted a big bite and a fish with a fight and he got just that with Captain Eric! My son was able to fight and reel to the boat a Tarpon. We also caught 3 Red Drums, 2 Jack Crevalles, and some Mangrove Snappers. Not only did we catch some amazing fish, we were able to see dolphins, manatees, a pufferfish swam by, sea turtles by his dock, and when my daughter was tired of fishing she enjoyed the company of the puppy! It was beyond what we could have asked for! If you are looking for a fishing carter look no further, go with Captain Eric and Down South Fishing Company! Real people that will make you feel comfortable from the second you book! Captain Eric is friendly and will talk you through how to get the catch to the boat so you do not lose it! Believe me, this is worth the experience!
Reported catch:
Response from Captain
June 17, 2023
Thanks!
0
CODY KLIBANSKY
Danvers, MA
5.0
Verified
A "Cold" Night on the Water
4 Hour Trip | Evening on November 19, 2022 • 2 adults
My dad and I were down in Edgewater for a long weekend and we had limited daytime availability to fit in a fishing trip, but Capt. Eric offered night trips…PROBLEM SOLVED! This was our first time on the water in Edgewater, which started off a little slow, but Capt. Eric set those expectation early and said the tide would be turning in our favor. Some other boat captains were actually calling off their trips because of the late tide, but Eric was confident he could put us on fish and man did he! He put us on some Snook and expertly identified a huge Red Drum with the Fish-Finder which I caught. The next day was a little cool and rainy and my dad and I finished our day and we were enjoying our own fresh catch from the day before at the Outrigger Yacht Club at dusk. I looked at him and said “nobody’s on the water, wonder if Eric has availability tonight”… So, round two with Captain Eric; more Snook, a Speckled Trout and a Black Drum. A grand slam weekend! We will be back again soon! Thanks Erik
2
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4 Hour Trip | Morning
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip
starts at 6:00 AM
US $550
Entire boat: 2 people
US $550
Entire boat: 2 people
4 Hour Trip | Evening
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip
starts at 4:00 PM
US $550
Entire boat: 2 people
US $550
Entire boat: 2 people
6 Hour Trip | Morning
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 Hour Trip
starts at 6:00 AM
US $700
Entire boat: 2 people
US $700
Entire boat: 2 people
6 Hour Trip | Evening
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 Hour Trip
starts at 7:00 PM
US $700
Entire boat: 2 people
US $700
Entire boat: 2 people
Rating
5.0
55 reviews
5
54
4
0
3
0
2
0
1
0
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience
Anglers' gallery (108)
+102
What anglers say
97%
Great experience
97%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
98%
Recommended
100%
Caught fish
All reviews (55)
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Showing 1 – 5 of 55 reviews
Tom Mattingly
Hillsboro, MO
5.0
Verified
3/4 day with Captain Eric
6 Hour Trip | Morning on August 6, 2023 • 2 adults • 1 child
Eric knows what he's doing. We wanted shark fishing and he delivered. First we got to chase the shark bait. Bonita. That is one scrappy fish. Ten times the fight of a largemouth. Then the sharks. What a blast!!! We had to double team the rigs, because they did not want to be caught!!! Got our limit and moved on to some non-stop action on trout, bluefish, etc.. Just a great day with a great Captain. I've been boating for years and have never seen that kind of skill driving a boat. His first mate Dalton kept us baited, rigged, gaffed the big ones, and was just doing all the " dirty work" for us all day. At the end of the day Eric cleaned our catch and bagged it up for us. I would give him ten stars if I could.
Reported catch:
Response from Captain
August 7, 2023
Thank you so much! I had a blast too.
0
Ken Jacobs
5.0
Verified
Fishing trip in August
4 Hour Trip | Morning on August 5, 2023 • 2 adults
1
Kevin Reagan
5.0
Verified
Fishing trip in June
4 Hour Trip | Evening on June 21, 2023 • 4 adults
0
Michelle Krause
Appleton, WI
5.0
Verified
Better Than Could Have Imagined
4 Hour Trip (PM) on June 4, 2023 • 4 adults
Our son wanted a big bite and a fish with a fight and he got just that with Captain Eric! My son was able to fight and reel to the boat a Tarpon. We also caught 3 Red Drums, 2 Jack Crevalles, and some Mangrove Snappers. Not only did we catch some amazing fish, we were able to see dolphins, manatees, a pufferfish swam by, sea turtles by his dock, and when my daughter was tired of fishing she enjoyed the company of the puppy! It was beyond what we could have asked for! If you are looking for a fishing carter look no further, go with Captain Eric and Down South Fishing Company! Real people that will make you feel comfortable from the second you book! Captain Eric is friendly and will talk you through how to get the catch to the boat so you do not lose it! Believe me, this is worth the experience!
Reported catch:
Response from Captain
June 17, 2023
Thanks!
0
CODY KLIBANSKY
Danvers, MA
5.0
Verified
A "Cold" Night on the Water
4 Hour Trip | Evening on November 19, 2022 • 2 adults
My dad and I were down in Edgewater for a long weekend and we had limited daytime availability to fit in a fishing trip, but Capt. Eric offered night trips…PROBLEM SOLVED! This was our first time on the water in Edgewater, which started off a little slow, but Capt. Eric set those expectation early and said the tide would be turning in our favor. Some other boat captains were actually calling off their trips because of the late tide, but Eric was confident he could put us on fish and man did he! He put us on some Snook and expertly identified a huge Red Drum with the Fish-Finder which I caught. The next day was a little cool and rainy and my dad and I finished our day and we were enjoying our own fresh catch from the day before at the Outrigger Yacht Club at dusk. I looked at him and said “nobody’s on the water, wonder if Eric has availability tonight”… So, round two with Captain Eric; more Snook, a Speckled Trout and a Black Drum. A grand slam weekend! We will be back again soon! Thanks Erik
2
FAQs about Florida Saltwater Fishing Charters
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What is the boat like?
Boat category
Center console boatsCapacity
5 personsBoat length
23 ftYear built
2020Boat manufacturer
Carolina SkiffBoat type
Bay boatEngine model
SuzukiPowered by
1 x 150HPMax cruising speed
36 knots