Swell-time Sportfishing Charters LLC
Swell-time Sportfishing Charters LLC
Whether you’re family, friends, or business associates, you’ll enjoy a memorable day fishing with Captain Benny Vescuso on Lake Erie: "The Walleye Capital of the World"! Captain Benny awaits you in Fairport Harbor, Ohio to take you on a trip full of fishing and fun. You’ll have a great time exploring the lake’s immense beauty and rich fishing grounds. Hop aboard and make memories fishing on Lake Erie together with Swell-time Sportfishing Charters LLC!
Your charter begins when you board "Down-Time", a 31’ Baha Cruiser that is equipped with the latest navigation and coast guard-approved safety gear as well as twin 350 HP Chevrolet inboard engines. The boat can accommodate up to 6 guests comfortably. The cabin has a private bathroom and plenty of space for coats, snacks, lunch, and more.
The day is focused on fun and hands-on teamwork. Captain Benny loves sharing his passion for fishing and strives to make every trip unforgettable. You’ll chase Rainbow Trout and Walleye using trolling on heavy tackle. You’ll be keeping all your catch, so make sure to bring a cooler!
Captain Benn and his crew will see that you have a safe, enjoyable, and productive experience. They provide all the fishing tackle, live bait, and lures. Dockside catch cleaning is available for an additional fee. Before you depart, make sure to bring your food, drinks, and fishing licenses. You can buy licenses at Harbor Bait Shop.
Join Swell-time Sportfishing Charters LLC and have a wonderful day on the water!
Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (10)
+7Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
92%
Caught fish
92%
Aug 11, 2025
8 Hour Trip – Walleye (MAX 4)
Fishing with Benny
Great trip! Smooth ride out and we were on the fish immediately. Captain Benny and his mate Tommy were awesome. Limited out in a little over an hour. Great memories made - we had a lot of fun!
Great trip! Smooth ride out and we were on the fish immediately. Captain Benny and his mate Tommy were awesome. Limited out...
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Jul 5, 2025
8 Hour Trip – Walleye (MAX 4)
Family outing
My husband and I took out two teenage boys out for a new experience and this did not disappoint. Captain Ben and Tom were masterful fishermen. They had us on the water by 6:30am and limited out by 9:30. We all had a great time. I would definitely recommend to anyone looking to have a unique and professional fishing experience.
My husband and I took out two teenage boys out for a new experience and this did not disappoint. Captain Ben and Tom were masterful...
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Aug 1, 2025
8 Hour Trip – Walleye (MAX 6)
Captain Benny was great!
Weather caused us to reschedule our initial trip, but Captain Benny worked with me to find another date that worked out great. Caught our limit in 2 hours! Highly recommended him and would definitely use him again in the future!
Weather caused us to reschedule our initial trip, but Captain Benny worked with me to find another date that worked out great....
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Aug 5, 2024
8 Hour Trip – Walleye (MAX 5)
Had to postpone do to rough seas but thought it was worth a review
We were headed out about 17 miles, after bouncing on 2-4 foot, and growing, waves for10 miles the captain made the wise decision to postpone for better weather and safer conditions. We returned to shore and rescheduled. I offered to pay something for the effort, but the captain refused. Benny (captain) and Tom (first mate) are experienced seamen and great people, and we are looking forward to our rescheduled trip later this month.
We were headed out about 17 miles, after bouncing on 2-4 foot, and growing, waves for10 miles the captain made the wise decision...
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Jul 5, 2024
8 Hour Trip – Walleye (MAX 6)
Fishing with Benny
Ben & Tom knew what they were doing . We limited out only after a few hours . None of us had been on a charter fishing boat on Lake Erie before. They showed us what to do , and we limited out in just a few hours. They made sure everybody had a memorable time!
Ben & Tom knew what they were doing . We limited out only after a few hours . None of us had been on a charter fishing boat on...
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Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (10)
+7Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
92%
Caught fish
92%
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Fishing with Benny
8 Hour Trip – Walleye (MAX 4) on August 11, 2025
Great trip! Smooth ride out and we were on the fish immediately. Captain Benny and his mate Tommy were awesome. Limited out in a little over an hour. Great memories made - we had a lot of fun!
Great trip! Smooth ride out and we were on the fish immediately. Captain Benny and his mate Tommy were awesome. Limited out in a little over an hour. Great memories made - we had a lot of fun!
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Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Family outing
8 Hour Trip – Walleye (MAX 4) on July 5, 2025
My husband and I took out two teenage boys out for a new experience and this did not disappoint. Captain Ben and Tom were masterful fishermen. They had us on the water by 6:30am and limited out by 9:30. We all had a great time. I would definitely recommend to anyone looking to have a unique and professional fishing experience.
My husband and I took out two teenage boys out for a new experience and this did not disappoint. Captain Ben and Tom were masterful fishermen. They had us on the water by 6:30am and limited out by 9:30. We all had a great time. I would definitely recommend to anyone looking to have a unique and professional fishing experience.
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Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Captain Benny was great!
8 Hour Trip – Walleye (MAX 6) on August 1, 2025
Weather caused us to reschedule our initial trip, but Captain Benny worked with me to find another date that worked out great. Caught our limit in 2 hours! Highly recommended him and would definitely use him again in the future!
Weather caused us to reschedule our initial trip, but Captain Benny worked with me to find another date that worked out great. Caught our limit in 2 hours! Highly recommended him and would definitely use him again in the future!
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Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Had to postpone do to rough seas but thought it was worth a review
8 Hour Trip – Walleye (MAX 5) on August 5, 2024
We were headed out about 17 miles, after bouncing on 2-4 foot, and growing, waves for10 miles the captain made the wise decision to postpone for better weather and safer conditions. We returned to shore and rescheduled. I offered to pay something for the effort, but the captain refused. Benny (captain) and Tom (first mate) are experienced seamen and great people, and we are looking forward to our rescheduled trip later this month.
We were headed out about 17 miles, after bouncing on 2-4 foot, and growing, waves for10 miles the captain made the wise decision to postpone for better weather and safer conditions. We returned to shore and rescheduled. I offered to pay something for the effort, but the captain refused. Benny (captain) and Tom (first mate) are experienced seamen and great people, and we are looking forward to our rescheduled trip later this month.
Mark review as helpful
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Fishing with Benny
8 Hour Trip – Walleye (MAX 6) on July 5, 2024
Ben & Tom knew what they were doing . We limited out only after a few hours . None of us had been on a charter fishing boat on Lake Erie before. They showed us what to do , and we limited out in just a few hours. They made sure everybody had a memorable time!
Ben & Tom knew what they were doing . We limited out only after a few hours . None of us had been on a charter fishing boat on Lake Erie before. They showed us what to do , and we limited out in just a few hours. They made sure everybody had a memorable time!
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