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!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    8 Hour Trip – Walleye (MAX 4)
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip May 29 - Sep 30
    US $650
    Enjoy as many as 8 hours of Lake Erie's beautiful nature. You and your friendly crew will have a great time chasing Walleye and Rainbow Trout. You'll use heavy tackle trolling and the crew will provide all the gear. Bring your fishing licenses, snacks, and drinks, and be ready to depart at 6:00 a.m.!
  • Private trip
    8 Hour Trip – Walleye (MAX 5)
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip May 29 - Sep 30
    US $725
    Enjoy as many as 8 hours of Lake Erie's beautiful nature. You and your friendly crew will have a great time chasing Walleye and Rainbow Trout. You'll use heavy tackle trolling and the crew will provide all the gear. Bring your fishing licenses, snacks, and drinks, and be ready to depart at 6:00 a.m.!
  • Private trip
    8 Hour Trip – Walleye (MAX 6)
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip May 29 - Sep 30
    US $800
    Enjoy as many as 8 hours of Lake Erie's beautiful nature. You and your friendly crew will have a great time chasing Walleye and Rainbow Trout. You'll use heavy tackle trolling and the crew will provide all the gear. Bring your fishing licenses, snacks, and drinks, and be ready to depart at 6:00 a.m.!
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FAQs about Swell-time Sportfishing Charters LLC

Swell-time Sportfishing Charters LLC offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $650 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - 8 Hour Trip – Walleye (MAX 4) (8 hours)
  • US $725 per group, additional US $75 per person after 5 guests - 8 Hour Trip – Walleye (MAX 5) (8 hours)
  • US $800 per group - 8 Hour Trip – Walleye (MAX 6) (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Swell-time Sportfishing Charters LLC, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet Private standalone head
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Live Bait Well
  • Ice Box
  • Radar

Trips booked with Swell-time Sportfishing Charters LLC include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • First Mate (A seasoned retired charter captain)

Swell-time Sportfishing Charters LLC offers the following type of fishing:
  • Lake Fishing (The Central Basin on Lake Erie)

Swell-time Sportfishing Charters LLC offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Trolling (Planer boards, dipsey divers, downriggers)

Top targeted fish species with Swell-time Sportfishing Charters LLC include:
  • Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
  • Walleye

Meet the Captain

Benny Vescuso
Fairport Harbor, Ohio, United States
ID & license verified
3 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since July 2022
As a kid, Captain Benny loved to peddle his bike to a nearby park with his fishing pole and a bunch of worms. He would spend the entire day there practicing casting and trying new techniques. It became a passion for him. The captain bought his first boat when he was 15 (thanks to his uncle for lending him the money – which he repaid as soon as he could). As he got older, the boats got bigger, the equipment got better, and fishing turned into a science. Captain Benny's love for the sport turned into a business in 1988 and he landed in Fairport Harbor. It continues to allow him the privilege of sharing his skills and knowledge. He loves fishing the Central Basin and hopes to promote the sport and love of the outdoors. There's nothing like spending the day on Lake Erie – The Walleye Capital of the World!

About this listing

Targeted species

Rainbow Trout (Steelhead) Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Walleye Walleye

Boat specs

Baha (Cruiser) originally built in 2000. Powered by 2 300HP Chevrolet engines, with a maximum cruising speed of 32 knots.

Length
31 ft
Capacity
6 persons

Types of fishing

Lake Fishing
The Central Basin on Lake Erie

Fishing techniques

Heavy Tackle
Trolling
Planer boards, dipsey divers, downriggers

Amenities

Toilet
Private standalone head
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed
Live Bait Well
Ice Box

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
First Mate
A seasoned retired charter captain

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
Crew loves sharing & educating its younger anglers
You Keep Catch
100% – bring a cooler!

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
Checks

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 3 reviews
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Client Outing with Benny and Tom
June fishing trip
June fishing trip
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100%
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100%
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Kori J.
Waite Hill, OH
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Client Outing with Benny and Tom

VERIFIED   8 Hour Trip – Walleye (MAX 4) on July 25, 2023
We had an out-of-town client come in for an 8 hour walleye fishing with Benny and Tom and they were amazing hosts! Everything...
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Anthony G.
New Smyrna Beach, Florida
Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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June fishing trip

8 Hour Trip – Walleye (MAX 4) on June 10, 2023
My friends and I travel to the Grand River from Upstate NY to fish with Capt Benny every year! He offers a amazing time on...
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Steve F.
Buffalo, NY
Excellent
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June fishing trip

8 Hour Trip – Walleye (MAX 6) on June 24, 2023
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