Capt. John’s Fin-tastic Charters 

5.0
(56 reviews)
 
State licensed
 1618 Route 1, Grand Isle, LA 70358, United States

Capt. John’s Fin-tastic Charters 

Grand Isle, LA, United States
26 ft
6
5.0
(56 reviews)

Capt John's Fin-tastic Charters provides a fun, friendly, and professional atmosphere as you explore the rich inshore waters of Louisiana or the Gulf of Mexico. Captain John Chauvin has fished the Louisiana saltwater for over 30 years and specializes in inshore and coastal fishing. From the inshore marsh and bays to the coastal beaches and reefs, he'll show you all the best fishing grounds, helping you fill the boat.
The comfortable and stable Calcutta 263 boat has plenty of room and was specifically built for fishing from the shallow flats to the depths of offshore rigs. Everything you need for a productive day will be waiting on board, including rods, reels, and tackle, and plenty of live bait. Up to 6 guests are welcome aboard to make yourselves at home, as you settle in for a productive day of fishing.

Get ready to battle it out with some of Louisiana's finest, as you go bottom fishing around the bays and bayous. Test your skills and fill the boat with delicious Speckled Trout, Redfish, Flounder, Snapper, Cobia, or any other fish that's in season, and you're sure to head home with a real treat.

At the end of your trip, the captain will professionally clean, fillet, and bag your catch, so you're good to cook your catch up right away. Let the joys of a fun-filled day of fishing live long into the night as you savor the taste of success with a delicious meal.

All you need to do before coming aboard is grab our LA saltwater fishing license, and you can contact Capt. John, after booking, to find out how to do this. Other than that, just dress to protect against the elements, bring your own food and drinks, sunscreen, and insect repellent aboard, along with a bag for your catch, and away you go.

Capt John's Fin-tastic Charters is waiting to take you away on the fishing adventure of a lifetime. Come aboard and get your fish on!

Capt John's Fin-tastic Charters provides a fun, friendly, and professional atmosphere as you explore the rich inshore waters of Louisiana or the Gulf of Mexico. Captain John Chauvin has fished the Louisiana saltwater for over 30 years and specializes in inshore and coastal fishing. From the inshore marsh and bays to the coastal beaches and reefs, he'll show you all the best fishing grounds, helping you fill the boat.
The comfortable and stable Calcutta 263 boat has plenty of room and was specifically built for fishing from the shallow flats to the depths of offshore rigs. Everything you need for a productive day will be waiting on board, including rods, reels, and tackle, and plenty of live bait. Up to 6 guests are welcome aboard to make yourselves at home, as you settle in for a productive day of fishing.

Get ready to battle it out with some of Louisiana's finest, as you go bottom fishing around the bays and bayous. Test your skills and fill the boat with delicious Speckled Trout, Redfish, Flounder, Snapper, Cobia, or any other fish that's in season, and you're sure to head home with a real treat.

At the end of your trip, the captain will professionally clean, fillet, and bag your catch, so you're good to cook your catch up right away. Let the joys of a fun-filled day of fishing live long into the night as you savor the taste of success with a delicious meal.

All you need to do before coming aboard is grab our LA saltwater fishing license, and you can contact Capt. John, after booking, to find out how to do this. Other than that, just dress to protect against the elements, bring your own food and drinks, sunscreen, and insect repellent aboard, along with a bag for your catch, and away you go.

Capt John's Fin-tastic Charters is waiting to take you away on the fishing adventure of a lifetime. Come aboard and get your fish on!

John Chauvin
Captain
John Chauvin
12 years of experience
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Trip availability and prices

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Afternoon inshore Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 1:00 PM
Seasonal trip
Apr 1 - Oct 31 (Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun)
Redfish
Shark (Blacktip)
Shark (Bull)
US $600
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Inshore Trip
In high demand Last booked: 2 days ago
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 5:30 AM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun)
Redfish
Flounder
Sheepshead
Speckled Trout
US $1,000
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Snapper Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun)
Cobia
Snapper (Red)
Snapper (Mangrove)
Black Drum
+5
US $1,400
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Trout & Snapper Combo
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Apr 1 - Oct 31 (Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun)
Snapper (Red)
Snapper (Mangrove)
Black Drum
Redfish
+3
US $1,600
Entire boat: up to 4 people
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Rating

5.0
56 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (60)

What anglers say

94%
Great experience
100%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
98%
Recommended
86%
Caught fish

All reviews (56)

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Reecie Liles
Reecie Liles
us
Arkansas, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Fishing with John
Snapper Trip on May 15, 20264 adults

I had surprised my husband with this fishing trip with some of his best buddies. He couldn’t stop saying how amazing Captain John was and that they had a blast! I would highly recommend!

John Chauvin
Response from Captain

Thanks Reecie! It was a great time with the guys aboard. They were a great group! Thanks again for booking with me!

Bailey Madere
Bailey Madere
Repeat angler
us
Louisiana, US
Member since 2025
2 trips
5.0
Verified
New
Absolute stellar trip!
Snapper Trip on August 28, 20264 adults

John Chauvin
Response from Captain

Thanks Bailey!

Mark Treadwell
Mark Treadwell
us
Louisiana, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Best FISHING TRIP EVER!!
Snapper Trip on March 21, 20262 adults

I can’t find any complaints. Everything was perfect. Captain John was excellent. I have been on several trips and this one tops all. I plan to go back next year.

Reported catch:
Red Snapper
Sheepshead
John Chauvin
Response from Captain

Thanks again Mark! i had a absolute great time with yall aboard! im looking forward to our next Fin-tastic fishing trip!

Chris Grantham
Chris Grantham
us
Mississippi, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Fishing with John
Trout & Snapper Combo on August 1, 20264 adults

Reported catch:
Redfish
Mangrove Snapper
Speckled Trout
John Chauvin
Response from Captain

Thank you Chris!

Cynthia De Luca
Cynthia De Luca
Repeat angler
us
Kenner, LA, US
Member since 2025
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Wonderful Experience
Trout & Snapper Combo on October 18, 20255 adults

Amazing trip with a fantastic captain..... the weather was perfect.... we were 5 girls and the Captain was very attentive.... Highly recommend

John Chauvin
Response from Captain

Thanks Cynthia! you girls were a blast to have aboard! Thank you for choosing me for your charter needs!

FAQs about Capt. John’s Fin-tastic Charters

Capt. John’s Fin-tastic Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $600 per group, additional US $150 per person after 4 guests - Afternoon inshore Trip (4 hours)
  • US $1,000 per group, additional US $250 per person after 4 guests - Inshore Trip (6 hours)
  • US $1,400 per group, additional US $350 per person after 4 guests - Snapper Trip (6 hours)
  • US $1,600 per group, additional US $400 per person after 4 guests - Trout & Snapper Combo (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Capt. John’s Fin-tastic Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Wireless trolling motor
  • Radio
Trips booked with Capt. John’s Fin-tastic Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (I find live bait produces more fish and better quality fish. Trips include live bait, unless they are unable at that time.)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Cleaning and bagging of fillets are included in the trip price.)
Capt. John’s Fin-tastic Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing (When seas are favorable)
  • Reef fishing
  • Flats fishing
Capt. John’s Fin-tastic Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Fly fishing
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Capt. John’s Fin-tastic Charters include:
  • Black Drum
  • Cobia
  • Flounder
  • Pompano
  • Redfish
  • Shark (Blacktip)
  • Shark (Bull)
  • Sheepshead
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Snapper (Vermilion)
  • Speckled Trout

Your captain

John Chauvin
John Chauvin

Grand Isle, Louisiana, United States

17 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
56 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since December 2015

Capt. John has been fishing ever since he was a boy. First taught to fish by his Dad, he grew up absorbing the various techniques and methods of the anglers around him, giving him a large amount of experience in different ways of fishing. He has been chartering for quite a few years and loves to pass on his knowledge to his guests.

John Chauvin
John Chauvin
Fully verified
17
reports
56
reviews
2015
member since
~1h
response
Capt. John has been fishing ever since he was a boy. First taught to fish by his Dad, he grew up absorbing the various techniques and methods of the anglers around him, giving him a large amount of experience in different ways of fishing. He has been chartering for quite a few years and loves to pass on his knowledge to his guests.

The fish you can target

Black Drum
Black Drum
Cobia
Cobia
Flounder
Flounder
Pompano
Pompano
Redfish
Redfish
Blacktip Shark
Blacktip Shark
Bull Shark
Bull Shark
Sheepshead
Sheepshead
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Red Snapper
Red Snapper
Vermilion Snapper
Vermilion Snapper
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Black Drum
Black Drum
Cobia
Cobia
Flounder
Flounder
Pompano
Pompano
Redfish
Redfish

Real catches by this captain

  • Absolute stellar trip!
    Bailey M.
    Bailey M.
  • Best FISHING TRIP EVER!!
    Mark T.
    Mark T.
  • Captain John was awesome
    Jeremy G.
    Jeremy G.
  • Great Experience!!⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
    Richard M.
    Richard M.
  • Great fishing trip in less than ideal conditions
    Jason P.
    Jason P.
  • July fishing trip
    Parker S.
    Parker S.
  • Afternoon trip
    Kyle S.
    Kyle S.
  • Fishing with John
    Darrell V.
    Darrell V.
  • From the sea to our belly!
    Pete M.
    Pete M.
  • Great time with a great guide.
    Mark H.
    Mark H.

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Catamarans
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
26 ft
Year built
2025
Boat manufacturer
Calcutta
Boat type
Catamaran
Engine model
Suzuki 4 stroke
Powered by
2 x 300HP
Max cruising speed
45 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
When seas are favorable
Reef Fishing
Flats Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Jigging
Popping
Fly Fishing
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Wireless trolling motor
Radio
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
I find live bait produces more fish and better quality fish. Trips include live bait, unless they are unable at that time.
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Cleaning and bagging of fillets are included in the trip price.

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 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
Kids are always welcome aboard. I love to be able to give them the experience of being out on the water and fishing, making memories they can cherish for a lifetime.
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

 PayPal

When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 5% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Grand Isle right now

Black DrumBlack Drum
CobiaCobia
FlounderFlounder
RedfishRedfish
SheepsheadSheepshead
Snapper (Mangrove)Snapper (Mangrove)
Snapper (Red)Snapper (Red)
Speckled TroutSpeckled Trout

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