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.



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $450
    Spend the morning fishing for local favorites like Trout, Redfish, Flounder, Snook, Mangrove Snappers, and more. This trip includes the boat, a professional guide, ice, bait, tackle, and fishing licenses.
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $500
    This is a trip if you want more than a 4-hour trip but don't want to spend 8 hours. It's a great way to get a taste of the full day without the 8-hour commitment.
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $550
    Spend the whole day onboard, fishing both inshore and further out to bag you the widest range of species. Fish the shallows for Redfish, Trout, Flounder, and Snook, or head further out for Grouper, Sheepshead, Black Drum, and Mackerel. This trip includes a professional guide, all fishing tackle, bait, and fishing licenses. You only need to bring what you would like to eat and drink for the day.
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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
  • Spotted Seatrout

Meet the Captain

Mike Ziegler
Homosassa, Florida, United States
38 Customer reviews
Response time 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.

About this listing

Targeted species

Black Drum Black Drum
Flounder Flounder
Grouper (Gag) Gag Grouper
Redfish Redfish

Boat specs

Carolina skiff (Flats boat) originally built in 2012. Powered by a 150HP yamaha engine.

Length
24 ft
Capacity
4 persons

Types of fishing

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

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Jigging
Popping
Drift Fishing

Amenities

GPS
Fishfinder
Snorkeling Equipment
Wireless Trolling Motor
Ice Box
Radar

Trip includes

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

Cancellation policy

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.

Listing policies

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

Payment

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.

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 38 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (33)
Great fishing
Great fishing
Snook
+30
Angler rating
34
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
97%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Appropriate for children
90%
Satisfied with the boat
97%
Caught fish
97%
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Jason M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fishing with Mike

VERIFIED   NEW  6 Hour Trip on March 4, 2024
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Patrick C.
Canyon Point, UT
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great day out with Capt. Mike

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip on March 31, 2023
Caught our limits of Redfish and Trout.. Capt Mike’s knowledge of the water, where to go what to throw and how to present...
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Alcides S.
Excellent
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Experience:
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Great fishing

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on November 11, 2023
Very knowledgeable captain
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Drew W.
Largo, FL
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Half day with the best captain ever!

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip on June 16, 2023
Mike was just awesome! Difficult weather didn’t stop him from putting us on great fish. Highly recommend this long time native...
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Sarah N.
Orlando, Florida
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great Half Day on the water

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip on May 1, 2023
Mike was an excellent captain. He made sure to take us where the fish were biting. We fished in challenging conditions and...
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