Whataday Charters 

5.0/5 (68 reviews)
 
State licensed
 Dunlawton Avenue 81, Port Orange, FL 32127, United States
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Based out of Daytona Beach, Whataday Charters is your ticket to a memorable time on the water.

Come on aboard with Capt. Clarence and Capt. Joshua, whose main priority is to get you on some fish. Expect to use techniques like bottom fishing, trolling, and drift fishing, based on the species you’re targeting. Speaking of which, you have the option of 4 to 8-hour trips, where you’ll be fishing for the likes of Spotted Seatrout, Snapper, Redfish, Sheepshead, Flounder, and Black Drum, depending on the specific season and the day’s weather.

You’ll be fishing from a 21’ Tidewater boat with enough room for up to 6 anglers at any single time. It also includes an ice box, and wireless trolling motor. All rods, reels and terminal tackle are included in the price so you can focus on what really matters, fishing. The captain will supply all the needed fishing licenses for your trip.

You’re welcome to keep all legal species caught during the trip. Capt. Clarence and Capt. Joshua runs trips with their first mates, who are there to help you with whatever you may need. Tips are always appreciated for a job well done.

There will be complimentary drinks aboard for your convenience during the trip, but feel free to bring your own drinks or snacks if you prefer. This is a children-friendly charter, so you’re welcome to bring your kids on for a fun fishing adventure.

Book your trip now and hit the water with Whataday Charters!

Whataday-Charters

Charter Operator

Whataday-Charters

 ID & credentials verified
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Most popular features:

 Fishing License
 Live Bait
 You Keep Catch
 Catch cleaning & filleting
 Drinks
 Child Friendly
 Ice Box
 Rods, reels & tackle

Trip availability and prices

Trip Date:
Days:
Group Size:
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Half Day Trip (AM)
Low rate deposit non-refundable
4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
US $450 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Summer fun trip - Half day (AM)
Low rate deposit non-refundable
4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
US $450 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Half day (PM)
Low rate deposit non-refundable
4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
Seasonal trip (Sat, Sun)
US $450 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Half Day Trip (PM)
Low rate deposit non-refundable
4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
Seasonal trip (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun)
US $450 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
3/4 Day Trip
Low rate deposit non-refundable
6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun)
US $600 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Full Day Trip
Low rate deposit non-refundable
8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun)
US $700 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
There are 3 people looking at this charter.

Customer reviews

Rating summary

5.0/5
out of 5 stars from 68 reviews
Boat
4.9/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
5.0/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (146)

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Angler rating

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Anglers claimed

Good experience

100%

Appropriate for children

100%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

100%

Caught fish

100%

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Luke P.
Luke P.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Awesome time and great captain

VERIFIED

Half Day Trip (AM) on July 27, 2025

We were lucky he had an opening as we had another charter booked and when I messaged captain to confirm address he stated oh I am cancelling. No notice nothing! I scrambled to find another charter with less then 24 hours and by the grace of God and good fortune found Josh and what a day charters! The trip was awesome! We have been on charters in 4 different states and never have we had someone try so hard to make sure we were catching some keepers! By the end of the trip it felt like we were hanging out on our friends fishing boat having a blast! Josh was great with my son and we had a great time and he put us on many fish and it was a slow day as other charters we passed said they were barely catching anything ! We caught a bunch and kept 10 to have Cooked up! Great adventure and might even book with Josh again before we leave town

We were lucky he had an opening as we had another charter booked and when I messaged captain to confirm address he stated oh I am cancelling. No notice nothing! I scrambled to find another charter with less then 24 hours and by the grace of God and good fortune found Josh and what a day charters! The trip was awesome! We have been on charters in 4 different states and never have we had someone try so hard to make sure we were catching some keepers! By the end of the trip it felt like...  

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 Luke P. recommends Whataday Charters
Whataday-Charters
Whataday-Charters (The Charter Operator)
Replied on July 29, 2025
Thank you again for choosing Whataday-Charters. It was definitely a day to remember. I had an amazing time fishing with you and your son. He has a great passion for fishing and is going to be a great captain one day. Keep fishing! Hope to see you guys again!

Keith R.
Keith R.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Now I Know

VERIFIED

Summer fun trip - Half day (AM) on June 25, 2025

I was always curious about the name of this charter company. After spending time on the water with Captain Josh, the name of his charter definitely fits the bill. “What A Day” we had fishing with Captain Josh. He was waiting for us on the dock when we pulled up. I was on a 4 hour trip starting at 7:00 am with my father-in-law and two 20 year old sons. He provided sodas, water and even sunscreen. (Ours fell out of our bag in the car but he was prepared even for that). Captain Josh gave us a run down of what his plans were at the beginning and off we went. During our trip we caught, Red Drum, Lady fish, Pompano, Sheepshead, Catfish, and even a few Ugly fish for good measure. Oh, and a stingray as well. We had good conversation and learned about, and a little something about each of the fish we caught. It was nice to learn about Captain Josh, his background, his passion for fishing and how he found his love of the sport of fishing with his dad growing up. It was a hot day but we caught some fish, shared stories, and for sure found where we plan on coming back to when we return.

I was always curious about the name of this charter company. After spending time on the water with Captain Josh, the name of his charter definitely fits the bill. “What A Day” we had fishing with Captain Josh. He was waiting for us on the dock when we pulled up. I was on a 4 hour trip starting at 7:00 am with my father-in-law and two 20 year old sons. He provided sodas, water and even sunscreen. (Ours fell out of our bag in the car but he was prepared even for that). Captain Josh gave us...  

 Keith R. recommends Whataday Charters
Whataday-Charters
Whataday-Charters (The Charter Operator)
Replied on June 28, 2025
Thanks again for choosing Whataday-Charters. We really had a great day! Enjoyed the fishing as well as the conversation. Hope to see you guys again soon.

William P.
William P.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Thank you for a fun trip

VERIFIED

Half Day Trip (PM) on December 30, 2024

Captain Josh took our family out for a fun fishing trip. He was very patient with my boys and helped them throughout the trip. He showed them how and where to cast, and taught them which bait to use to target specific species. Both boys caught a ton of fish. Captain Josh took us to specific spots so that my son was able to catch Sheepshead. That was his goal for the day. He caught 4!! Captain Josh grew up in Daytona beach, so he knows the area very well. Both boys are already planning our December 2025 trip with Whataday Charters! Thank you Captain Josh!

Captain Josh took our family out for a fun fishing trip. He was very patient with my boys and helped them throughout the trip. He showed them how and where to cast, and taught them which bait to use to target specific species. Both boys caught a ton of fish. Captain Josh took us to specific spots so that my son was able to catch Sheepshead. That was his goal for the day. He caught 4!! Captain Josh grew up in Daytona beach, so he knows the area very well. Both boys are already planning our December...  

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 William P. recommends Whataday Charters
Whataday-Charters
Whataday-Charters (The Charter Operator)
Replied on January 6, 2025
Thanks again for Choosing Whataday Charters. It was my pleasure to take y’all fishing, those young men did a great job fishing. Look forward to seeing you guys again!

Patty B.
Patty B.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Book with WhataDay Charters!!!

VERIFIED

Half day (PM) on April 19, 2025

Captain Clarence and Captain Josh are the BEST!! They know all the good fishing spots and you catch fish!! They are so knowledgeable, professional, kind, caring, and respectful, you’ll never book with anyone else again!! Their boat and equipment is TOP NOTCH and they are GREAT teachers for beginners like me!! I can’t say enough good things about them! BOOK TODAY YOU WON’T BE SORRY!!!

Captain Clarence and Captain Josh are the BEST!! They know all the good fishing spots and you catch fish!! They are so knowledgeable, professional, kind, caring, and respectful, you’ll never book with anyone else again!! Their boat and equipment is TOP NOTCH and they are GREAT teachers for beginners like me!! I can’t say enough good things about them! BOOK TODAY YOU WON’T BE SORRY!!!  

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 Patty B. recommends Whataday Charters
Whataday-Charters
Whataday-Charters (The Charter Operator)
Replied on April 21, 2025
Thanks so much for the great review. We really enjoyed fishing with you and Mike. You guys are great. Hope to see you guys again soon!

Paul S.
Paul S.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Our family had a blast!

VERIFIED

Half Day Trip (PM) on July 4, 2025

This was our first family fishing charter. We all had a great time! The captain was absolutely wonderful with our two girls, and they both caught lots of fish. (I caught some too!) He even beached the boat on a little island so the girls could splash around a little and cool off. Honestly a perfect experience. So glad we booked with these guys!

This was our first family fishing charter. We all had a great time! The captain was absolutely wonderful with our two girls, and they both caught lots of fish. (I caught some too!) He even beached the boat on a little island so the girls could splash around a little and cool off. Honestly a perfect experience. So glad we booked with these guys!  

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 Paul S. recommends Whataday Charters
Whataday-Charters
Whataday-Charters (The Charter Operator)
Replied on July 5, 2025
Whataday! I had an amazing time meeting your family! Your girls officially have the fishing bug! Hope to see you again soon! Keep fishing!

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FAQs about Whataday Charters

What are the trip rates for Whataday Charters?

Whataday Charters offers the following trips to customers:

  • US $450 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - Half day (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $450 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $450 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - Half Day Trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $450 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - Summer fun trip - Half day (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $600 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 3/4 Day Trip (6 hours)
  • US $700 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - Full Day Trip (8 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Whataday Charters?

When you book a trip with Whataday Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:

  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Wireless Trolling Motor
  • Ice Box
What's included in the trip price with Whataday Charters?

Trips booked with Whataday Charters include:

  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait (Bait is included in the price we will purchase live bait)
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (I will fillet or clean catch I do have a limit of 10 fish that I will clean or fillet but you can keep as many as limits allow)
  • Drinks (I will have ice and water available.)
  • First Mate (Tips accepted and appreciated.)
  • Fishing License (I have saltwater fishing liscence to cover all fishermen aboard charter)
What types of fishing does Whataday Charters offer?

Whataday Charters offers the following types of fishing:

  • River Fishing (I will run freshwater trips during summer it will be in lake Monroe, you will have to purchase your own Florida freshwater liscence)
  • Inshore Fishing (Ponce Inlet area backcountry.)
  • Nearshore Fishing (Jetties.)
  • Backcountry Fishing
What fishing techniques does Whataday Charters offer?

Whataday Charters offers the following fishing techniques:

  • Light Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Drift Fishing
Which fish species can I catch with Whataday Charters?

Top targeted fish species with Whataday Charters include:

  • Black Drum
  • Flounder
  • Redfish
  • Sheepshead
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Spotted Seatrout

Your operator

Whataday-Charters

Port Orange, Florida, United States

ID & license verified
68 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since August 2022
Angler's Choice

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I have been fishing since I was around 5 years old. I taught all my kids and multiple family members about the art of fishing. I feel it helped ground them and teach them patience and that in life things do not always go as planned, you have to make the best out of what the Lord gives you. Just want to share this experience with others.

Our Team
Joshua S.

Joshua S.

Captain

Anfernee B.

Anfernee B.

First mate

Brandon S.

Brandon S.

First mate

The fish you can target

Black Drum
Black Drum
Flounder
Flounder
Redfish
Redfish
Sheepshead
Sheepshead
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Spotted Seatrout
Spotted Seatrout

What is the boat like?

Boat Image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
21 ft
Year built
2019
Boat manufacturer
Tidewater
Boat type
Bay boat

Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 150HP
Max cruising speed
45 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

River Fishing

I will run freshwater trips during summer it will be in lake Monroe, you will have to purchase your own Florida freshwater liscence

Inshore Fishing

Ponce Inlet area backcountry.

Nearshore Fishing

Jetties.

Backcountry Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle

Bottom Fishing

Trolling

Drift Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS

Fishfinder

Live Bait Well

Wireless Trolling Motor

Ice Box

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle

Live Bait

Bait is included in the price we will purchase live bait

Catch cleaning & filleting

I will fillet or clean catch I do have a limit of 10 fish that I will clean or fillet but you can keep as many as limits allow

Drinks

I will have ice and water available.

First Mate

Tips accepted and appreciated.

Fishing License

I have saltwater fishing liscence to cover all fishermen aboard charter

How cancellations work

Deposit non-refundable

If it is unsafe to travel, you may still cancel free of charge or change the date(s) of your booking.

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included

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

Child Friendly

Kids on charters should be at least 4 years of age

You Keep Catch

Catch and Release Allowed

How you can pay

Pay online in full

Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.

No additional fees.

Book with 20% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% 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 Port Orange right now

Black DrumBlack Drum
FlounderFlounder
RedfishRedfish
Snapper (Mangrove)Snapper (Mangrove)
Spotted SeatroutSpotted Seatrout
3 people are looking at this charter.