Saltface Charters 

4.8/5 (62 reviews)
 
State licensed
 South Cherokee Way 5297, Homosassa, FL 34448, United States

Saltface Charters 

Up to 9 miles
Homosassa, FL, United States
24 ft
4
4.8/5 (62 reviews)

Saltface Charters welcomes you down to the picture-perfect waters of Homosassa to spend the day catching tasty, hard-fighting fish in the Florida sun. Captain Mike has been working these waters for decades and knows all the best spots to get you on that fish of your dreams.

The waters around Homosassa are so full of fish you'll have a hard time choosing what to target. The local bays and backwaters are packed with tasty Redfish, Flounder, Trout, and Snook. Head further out (only available for full day trips and are weather dependent), and you'll find Grouper, Black Seabass, Sheepshead, and more! If the choice is too much for you, why not book a full day trip and enjoy the best of both?

Even on a half day, Captain Mike will make sure you head home with a trunkful of fish. His 24' Carolina Skiff is perfect for navigating Homosassa's winding backwaters, with a shallow draft and a stealthy trolling motor to avoid spooking the fish. Whatever you target, you can do so with confidence, using only the best Shimano and Penn equipment to make sure you bag the best fish.

During the summer, Saltface Charters offers special scalloping trips. These active adventures let you get into the water to dive for delicious Scallop. They're perfect for families and great fun for kids (6 years and up), plus you can fit 6 guests onboard on these trips.

This is your chance to experience Homosassa's awesome angling with a guide who knows every inch of the area. All trips come with tackle, bait, ice, and licenses, so all you need is your food and drinks. And don't forget to pack a big cooler to take your fish home once Captain Mike has filleted them for you!

Please keep in mind that exact trip times will depend on the tide. Capt. Mike will do his best to accommodate your needs, but be sure to contact him prior to the trip to agree on the departure time.

Saltface Charters welcomes you down to the picture-perfect waters of Homosassa to spend the day catching tasty, hard-fighting fish in the Florida sun. Captain Mike has been working these waters for decades and knows all the best spots to get you on that fish of your dreams.

The waters around Homosassa are so full of fish you'll have a hard time choosing what to target. The local bays and backwaters are packed with tasty Redfish, Flounder, Trout, and Snook. Head further out (only available for full day trips and are weather dependent), and you'll find Grouper, Black Seabass, Sheepshead, and more! If the choice is too much for you, why not book a full day trip and enjoy the best of both?

Even on a half day, Captain Mike will make sure you head home with a trunkful of fish. His 24' Carolina Skiff is perfect for navigating Homosassa's winding backwaters, with a shallow draft and a stealthy trolling motor to avoid spooking the fish. Whatever you target, you can do so with confidence, using only the best Shimano and Penn equipment to make sure you bag the best fish.

During the summer, Saltface Charters offers special scalloping trips. These active adventures let you get into the water to dive for delicious Scallop. They're perfect for families and great fun for kids (6 years and up), plus you can fit 6 guests onboard on these trips.

This is your chance to experience Homosassa's awesome angling with a guide who knows every inch of the area. All trips come with tackle, bait, ice, and licenses, so all you need is your food and drinks. And don't forget to pack a big cooler to take your fish home once Captain Mike has filleted them for you!

Please keep in mind that exact trip times will depend on the tide. Capt. Mike will do his best to accommodate your needs, but be sure to contact him prior to the trip to agree on the departure time.

Mike Ziegler
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Trip availability and prices

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Half Day Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
US $450
Entire boat: up to 3 people
6 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
US $500
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Full Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
US $550
Entire boat: up to 3 people
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Rating

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

Anglers' gallery (45)

What anglers say

93%
Great experience
90%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
98%
Good boat
94%
Recommended
98%
Caught fish

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Corbin Umphries
Corbin Umphries
us
Texas, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Great Captain
Full Day Trip on June 18, 20263 adults

When I tell you the captain did not stop trying to get us on fish, im not lying. We limited out on redfish,speckled trout, and 5 black drum. Plus the countless throwbacks. I would highly recommend Salt Face and will be definitely be returning again. 5/5 stars. The captain was very helpful and knowledgeable .

Reported catch:
Black Drum
Redfish
Speckled Trout
Noah Kettula
Noah Kettula
Repeat angler
us
Wisconsin, US
Member since 2020
4 trips
4.7
Verified
Fishing with captain Mike
6 Hour Trip on March 18, 20264 adults

It was a very hard day of fishing because the wind was wrong and it was a cold front. But our captain made sure he tried his best to put us on fish and we had a beautiful snook on the line and lost it. Caught some trout and seen many more fish. If they were biting we would have loaded the boat. Captain Mike knows where to find them.

Reported catch:
Snook
Speckled Trout
Josh Conley
Josh Conley
Repeat angler
us
North Carolina, US
Member since 2024
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Lines stayed tight!
6 Hour Trip on April 6, 20263 adults1 child

Great trip with Captain Mike! Good coordination beforehand with Cindy and Mike. Family of 4 reeled in fish all day!

Reported catch:
Redfish
Speckled Trout
Thomas Eppolite
Thomas Eppolite
Repeat angler
us
Kentucky, US
Member since 2025
3 trips
5.0
Verified
Great experience
Full Day Trip on April 4, 20263 adults

Captain Mike took good care of us. He knows the water and the fish. we had a great day.

John Lorton
John Lorton
us
Florida, US
Member since 2024
4.7
Verified
Great day on the water with a great dude!
6 Hour Trip on April 3, 20262 adults

Had a great day out on the water with Capt. Mike, and he was dedicated to us having a great time and catching fish. We learned a little bit of history and brought home dinner.

FAQs about Saltface Charters

Saltface Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $450 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $500 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 6 Hour Trip (6 hours)
  • US $550 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - Full Day Trip (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Saltface Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Snorkeling equipment
  • Wireless trolling motor
  • Ice box
  • Radar
Trips booked with Saltface Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (High-end Penn & Shimano equipment.)
  • Live bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Fishing license
Saltface Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing (up to 9 nautical miles)
  • Flats fishing
  • Backcountry fishing
Saltface Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Drift fishing
Top targeted fish species with Saltface Charters include:
  • Black Drum
  • Flounder
  • Grouper (Gag)
  • Redfish
  • Seabass (Black)
  • Sheepshead
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snook
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Speckled Trout

Your captain

Mike Ziegler
Mike Ziegler
Mike Ziegler

Homosassa, Florida, United States

ID & license verified
62 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since October 2015

Captain Mike has been fishing Homosassa's incredible waters for well over 35 years. He knows where all the best fish hide and exactly how to target them. More than that, Captain Mike does what he does because he loves it. He will work hard on every trip to show you the best of his native waters, and will make sure you leave with a new-found love of the area as well as a trunkful of delicious fish.

ID & license verified
62 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since October 2015

Captain Mike has been fishing Homosassa's incredible waters for well over 35 years. He knows where all the best fish hide and exactly how to target them. More than that, Captain Mike does what he does because he loves it. He will work hard on every trip to show you the best of his native waters, and will make sure you leave with a new-found love of the area as well as a trunkful of delicious fish.

The fish you can target

Black Drum
Black Drum
Flounder
Flounder
Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper
Redfish
Redfish
Black Seabass
Black Seabass
Sheepshead
Sheepshead
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Snook
Snook
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Black Drum
Black Drum
Flounder
Flounder
Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper
Redfish
Redfish
Black Seabass
Black Seabass

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Skiffs and flats boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
24 ft
Year built
2012
Boat manufacturer
Carolina skiff
Boat type
Flats boat
Engine model
yamaha
Powered by
1 x 150HP

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
up to 9 nautical miles
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Jigging
Popping
Drift Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Snorkeling equipment
Wireless trolling motor
Ice box
Radar

What's included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
High-end Penn & Shimano equipment.
Live bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Fishing license

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 14 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 14 days 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.

More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included

Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.

Child friendly
No infants - ages3 and up.
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can 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

 Visa

 Mastercard

 American Express

When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Homosassa right now

Black DrumBlack Drum
Grouper (Gag)Grouper (Gag)
RedfishRedfish
SheepsheadSheepshead
SnookSnook
Spanish MackerelSpanish Mackerel
Speckled TroutSpeckled Trout

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