Capt. John’s Fin-tastic Charters
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!
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Greg Porter5.0Verifiedgreat trip
Inshore Trip on September 27, 2026 • 2 adultsCaptain John was very easy to talk to and my son and I had a blast. We caught speckled trout and white trout. the weather was gorgeous and just a good experience all around. we will definitely be coming back
Laura Yager5.0Verifiedtrip was beyond awesome and such a great time
Afternoon inshore Trip on October 2, 2026 • 4 adultsCapt John will see us again as soon as we can maoe it back down. great times and wven better memories made
Mark Treadwell5.0VerifiedBest FISHING TRIP EVER!!
Snapper Trip on March 21, 2026 • 2 adultsI 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.
Parker St. JohnRepeat angler5.0VerifiedJuly fishing trip
Inshore Trip on July 29, 2024 • 2 adultsBooked a back to back inshore fishing trip with Captain John and had an absolute blast!! Both days caught my limit of speckled trout as well as a few bonus fish such as my first ever shark and a monster alligator gar!! Be ready to expect seeing lots of dolphins as well as other wildlife while on the trip out to fish! Captain John was very down to earth and so easy to hold a convo with as well as very helpful the whole time on the fishing trip! Hands down would recommend this charter to anyone going to visit the area and it was definitely worth the 8 hour trip down from Arkansas!
Christopher GibbonsRepeat angler5.0Verified1st time to the area
Trout & Snapper Combo on April 1, 2025 • 3 adultsWe had a great experience with Captain John. Great communication, wealth of knowledge and worked his tail off. We let him take us to what was biting and we killed it. 30+ sheepshead.
Elizabeth Montgomery5.0VerifiedHalf Day trip with Cap'n John
Inshore Trip on June 21, 2022 • 4 adults • 2 childrenGreat time was had by all! 100 speckled trout in no time. Took care of my boys ages 10 and 6 and made this trip something they'll be talking about for a while. Especially since the 6 year old caught the biggest fish and a crab. Highly recommend!!!! We will be back!!
Dylan McmanusRepeat angler5.0VerifiedHalf Day
Inshore Trip on September 23, 2022 • 3 adultsCouldn’t ask for a better experience. Capt. John was by far the most laid back guy I’ve ever met the atmosphere on his boat is 10/10. We will be back
Kyle Smith5.0VerifiedAfternoon trip
4 Hour Trip on March 16, 2021 • 2 adultsHad an amazing time on the boat, caught some fish and saw a really amazing part of the country. Saw dolphins around the boat, absolutely amazing trip. Thanks Capt. John!
Scott Labee5.0Verified6 hour trip with captain john
Inshore Trip on February 16, 2019 • 2 adultsthis trip was for me and my dad to have some special time together . captain john made this the best time ,awesome guide and person could not have asked for a better guide !! thank you captain john my dad talked about this trip all the way back home I will be booking again with you !!!!
Pete Muirhead5.0VerifiedFrom the sea to our belly!
Inshore Trip on April 16, 2019 • 3 adultsFamily had a great day of fishing with Captain John. We fished some great spots and saw a lot of the area from Fourchon to Grand Isle. After we fished he cleaned the fish and we took them home for dinner. You can’t beat that experience!
FAQs about Capt. John’s Fin-tastic Charters
- 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 $1,800 per group, additional US $450 per person after 4 guests - Trout & Snapper Combo (8 hours)
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Live bait well
- Wireless trolling motor
- Radio
- 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.)
- Inshore fishing
- Nearshore fishing
- Offshore fishing (When seas are favorable)
- Reef fishing
- Flats fishing
- Light tackle
- Heavy tackle
- Bottom fishing
- Trolling
- Jigging
- Popping
- Fly fishing
- Deep sea fishing
- Black Drum
- Cobia
- Flounder
- Pompano
- Redfish
- Shark (Blacktip)
- Shark (Bull)
- Sheepshead
- Snapper (Mangrove)
- Snapper (Red)
- Snapper (Vermilion)
- Speckled Trout
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State licensed4.9(49)24 ftGroup size 1 - 41 - 4
+36 hour trip • 4 personsUS $700
