Snap Decision Charters 

5.0/5 (29 reviews)
 
Federally permitted
 2455 Boat Ramp Drive, New Smyrna Beach, FL 32168, United States

Snap Decision Charters 

Over 3 miles offshore
New Smyrna Beach, FL, United States
26 ft
4
5.0/5 (29 reviews)

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Make some memories in New Smyrna Beach and go fishing with Snap Decision Charters. With Captain Chris at the helm, you'll benefit from years of knowledge and experience.

These waters are known for Mangrove Snapper, Cobia, King Mackerel (Kingfish), Great Barracuda, Red Snapper, Vermilion Snapper, Lane Snapper, Gray Triggerfish, Dolphin (Mahi Mahi), Gag Grouper, Blacktip Shark, Amberjack, and more – with any luck, you'll find out for yourself!

For these species, you're likely to troll and bottom fish using heavy tackle.
The fish caught are yours to keep, provided they're within size and bag limits. Catch cleaning is available, so you can take your fish home to eat.

You'll be casting lines from a 26' Dusky with space for 4 passengers. There's a toilet on board for your convenience. Rods, reels, and tackle are ready for you, along with lures. Live bait is available, but you should ask the captain whether you'll be catching it yourself.

There's no need to buy a fishing license, just show up ready for a good time! Some fish have special regulations, including when you can keep them. If you don't know what to expect, ask the captain.

Kids, age 7 and up, are welcome, so the whole family can come and unplug for the day!  Remember to bring snacks so that nobody gets cranky on an empty stomach!

A few items you'll want to bring include sunglasses, a hat, sunblock (non-spray), and bottled water. If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. 

And that's it! Your fishing trip with Snap Decision Charters is just a click away.

Be sure to ask about our "Catch of the Day" T-shirt contest!

Make some memories in New Smyrna Beach and go fishing with Snap Decision Charters. With Captain Chris at the helm, you'll benefit from years of knowledge and experience.

These waters are known for Mangrove Snapper, Cobia, King Mackerel (Kingfish), Great Barracuda, Red Snapper, Vermilion Snapper, Lane Snapper, Gray Triggerfish, Dolphin (Mahi Mahi), Gag Grouper, Blacktip Shark, Amberjack, and more – with any luck, you'll find out for yourself!

For these species, you're likely to troll and bottom fish using heavy tackle.
The fish caught are yours to keep, provided they're within size and bag limits. Catch cleaning is available, so you can take your fish home to eat.

You'll be casting lines from a 26' Dusky with space for 4 passengers. There's a toilet on board for your convenience. Rods, reels, and tackle are ready for you, along with lures. Live bait is available, but you should ask the captain whether you'll be catching it yourself.

There's no need to buy a fishing license, just show up ready for a good time! Some fish have special regulations, including when you can keep them. If you don't know what to expect, ask the captain.

Kids, age 7 and up, are welcome, so the whole family can come and unplug for the day!  Remember to bring snacks so that nobody gets cranky on an empty stomach!

A few items you'll want to bring include sunglasses, a hat, sunblock (non-spray), and bottled water. If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. 

And that's it! Your fishing trip with Snap Decision Charters is just a click away.

Be sure to ask about our "Catch of the Day" T-shirt contest!

Chris Lewis
Captain
Chris Lewis
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Trip availability and prices

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4 Hour Trip – Sharks
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
Shark (Blacktip)
Shark (Nurse)
Shark (Bull)
US $500
Entire boat: up to 4 people
5 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
Barracuda (Great)
Cobia
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Snapper (Red)
+3
US $650
Entire boat: 2 people
8 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
Barracuda (Great)
Amberjack
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
+8
US $850
Entire boat: 2 people
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5.0
29 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

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Daniel Terhune
Daniel Terhune
us
Georgia, US
Member since 2024
5.0
Verified
New
Captain was awsome
8 Hour Trip on June 22, 20262 adults

He put us on fish right away and had us catching fish almost as soon as the boat quit moving. Also love the techniques he uses. 20+ pound snappers for 6 hours straight. I would have posted more pictures but everyone was too busy reeling fish in to take pictures.

Reported catch:
Red Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Vermilion Snapper
Chris Lewis
Response from Captain

Thanks Daniel! You guys made for a great day out there and put in some heavy work. Until next time…

Richard Thomas
Richard Thomas
us
Florida, US
Member since 2026
4.7
Verified
New
Great Captain!
8 Hour Trip on June 24, 20263 adults

Boat was good, and captain was excellent. I've been on many charters, and this captain is worth the money, and the good experience. We caught snapper, cobia and a nice variety of edible fish, and had an outstanding time. Highly recommended!

Reported catch:
Cobia
Amberjack
Red Snapper
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
+2
David Stransky
David Stransky
Repeat angler
us
Colorado, US
Member since 2023
4 trips
5.0
Verified
New
lots of fish action , great time again. Capt Lewis wants you to have a good fishing trip and goes out of his way to make sure the trip is memorable.
5 Hour Trip on June 26, 20263 adults

great time on the water with Capt Lewis, always attentive and wants you to have a good day out on to the sea!

Reported catch:
Great Barracuda
Red Snapper
Lane Snapper
Blacktip Shark
Chris Lewis
Response from Captain

Thanks David. You guys make for a great time every time!

David Stransky
David Stransky
Repeat angler
us
Colorado, US
Member since 2023
4 trips
5.0
Verified
perfect day on the water
5 Hour Trip on March 10, 20263 adults

Captain Chris was fantastic, very personal & knowledgeable. He took us to two different locations where caught dozens of fish, a lot of them keepers. We wrestled with many big fish that took a while to land. We had an exceptional day of fishing, thanks Captain Chris!

Reported catch:
Lane Snapper
Chris Lewis
Response from Captain

Thanks Dave. Had a great day watching you guys put in some work. Looking forward to next time!

James Miller
James Miller
Repeat angler
us
New York, US
Member since 2026
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Great Experience !
5 Hour Trip on March 26, 20263 adults

We had a great trip today and caught lots of fish. Our captain listened to what we wanted to do and catch and put us on them.

Reported catch:
Mangrove Snapper
Blacktip Shark
Red Snapper

FAQs about Snap Decision Charters

Snap Decision Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $500 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Sharks (4 hours)
  • US $650 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 5 Hour Trip (5 hours)
  • US $850 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 8 Hour Trip (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Snap Decision Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet Marine toilet, looks the same as your toilet at home. Located in center console - open door and step down into console. Uses s a manual pump flush, nothing too complicated. Due to Coast Guard rules, toilet can only be used 3+ miles from shore.
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Wireless trolling motor
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Snap Decision Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (Typical trips do not include live bait. We do catch our own while out, but live bait will not be prepurchased and onboard prior to trip. )
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Vac Seal and Shipping Available (fees apply))
  • Drinks (W)
  • Fishing license (Florida Fishing licenses are Inlcuded in the trip cost. Covers up to 4 anglers Licenses are only good when fishing with Snap Decision Charters. )
Snap Decision Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing (Most trips will take us out to the 20 mile mark depending on the season. Longer 8 hour trips can allow us to go out further to 30-40 miles. )
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
Snap Decision Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Snap Decision Charters include:
  • Amberjack
  • Barracuda (Great)
  • Cobia
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Grouper (Gag)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Shark (Blacktip)
  • Snapper (Lane)
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Snapper (Vermilion)
  • Triggerfish (Gray)

Your captain

Chris Lewis
Chris Lewis
Chris Lewis

New Smyrna Beach, Florida, United States

ID & license verified
29 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since December 2022

New Smyrna Beach native, grew up on the Intracoastal waterway learning to fish for Trout, Redfish, and Snook. I got my first boat at the age of 14 where I expanded my knowledge of the backwaters of Edgewater through Oak Hill and the flats of Mosquito Lagoon. As I got older I was able to get bigger boats which lead me offshore where the broader variety of larger fish made me want to primarily spend my time off the coast outside of Ponce Inlet.

Our Team
Chris L.

Chris L.

Captain

ID & license verified
29 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since December 2022

New Smyrna Beach native, grew up on the Intracoastal waterway learning to fish for Trout, Redfish, and Snook. I got my first boat at the age of 14 where I expanded my knowledge of the backwaters of Edgewater through Oak Hill and the flats of Mosquito Lagoon. As I got older I was able to get bigger boats which lead me offshore where the broader variety of larger fish made me want to primarily spend my time off the coast outside of Ponce Inlet.

Our Team
Chris L.

Chris L.

Captain

The fish you can target

Amberjack
Amberjack
Great Barracuda
Great Barracuda
Cobia
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Blacktip Shark
Blacktip Shark
Lane Snapper
Lane Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Red Snapper
Red Snapper
Vermilion Snapper
Vermilion Snapper
Gray Triggerfish
Gray Triggerfish
Amberjack
Amberjack
Great Barracuda
Great Barracuda
Cobia
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
26 ft
Year built
2015
Boat manufacturer
Dusky
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Mercury
Powered by
2 x 150HP
Max cruising speed
40 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Most trips will take us out to the 20 mile mark depending on the season. Longer 8 hour trips can allow us to go out further to 30-40 miles.
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Marine toilet, looks the same as your toilet at home. Located in center console - open door and step down into console. Uses s a manual pump flush, nothing too complicated. Due to Coast Guard rules, toilet can only be used 3+ miles from shore.
GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Wireless trolling motor
Ice box

What's included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Typical trips do not include live bait. We do catch our own while out, but live bait will not be prepurchased and onboard prior to trip.
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Vac Seal and Shipping Available (fees apply)
Drinks
W
Fishing license
Florida Fishing licenses are Inlcuded in the trip cost. Covers up to 4 anglers Licenses are only good when fishing with Snap Decision Charters.

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 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
No Children Under 7 Years Old
No smoking
Vape Pens are Permitted - No Cannabis
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

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 3.5% charge will apply.

What’s biting in New Smyrna Beach right now

AmberjackAmberjack
Barracuda (Great)Barracuda (Great)
CobiaCobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Grouper (Gag)Grouper (Gag)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Shark (Blacktip)Shark (Blacktip)
Snapper (Mangrove)Snapper (Mangrove)
Snapper (Red)Snapper (Red)

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