Experience the thrill of the sea with Defiant Offshore Charters, your premier fishing adventure service operating out of Port Canaveral. Join our skilled captains aboard the spacious Custom Built 36’ Calvin Beal boat, which comfortably accommodates up to six anglers, ensuring a personalized and exclusive experience. Whether you’re a seasoned angler or just starting out, our trips are designed to cater to all levels of expertise.

Embark on a journey ranging from 5 to 9 hours where you can master various fishing techniques including bottom fishing, trolling, drift fishing, jigging, and spinning. Each technique is chosen based on the target species, current season, and weather conditions, ensuring the best possible catch rate. Pursue a diverse array of coveted species like King Mackerel, Dolphin (Mahi-Mahi), Cobia, Amberjack, Snapper, and Sailfish.

Our boat is not just built for fishing but comfort too, equipped with essential amenities such as a toilet, air conditioning, and an ice box to keep your refreshments chilled. We provide all necessary fishing gear, tackle, and licenses, so you can focus on the thrill of the catch. Please bring your drinks and beverages in plastic containers and don’t forget Sun Screen or snacks to suit your taste.

Family-friendly and welcoming to anglers of all ages, Defiant Offshore Charters is the perfect opportunity to introduce the younger generation to the joys of fishing. Book your trip today and let our captains guide you through the best fishing spots off the Florida coast for an unforgettable day on the water.



Trip availability and prices

  • Private trip
    Half day Fishing Trip
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $1,100
    Our Half Day fishing trip targes the reef with an opportunity to catch King Mackrell and occasionally a Mahi, or bottom fishing for Grouper or Snapper depending on the time of year and what's in season. The Capt will let you know ahead of time what type of fishing he feels will be best to show you the most productive trip possible. If bottom fishing, our bait guy will have our live well loaded with live bait before your arrival.
  • Private trip
    Full day offshore fishing Trip
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $1,500
    The full-day trip gives us more time to get out further ranging from 15–35 miles either slow trolling, Mahi, Sailfish, and Wahoo trolling, or bottom fishing for Grouper, Snapper, Amberjack, and Triggerfish depending on the time of year and what's in season. The Capt will let you know ahead of time what type of fishing he feels will be best to show you the most productive trip possible. If bottom fishing, our bait guy will have our live well loaded with live bait before your arrival.
    Targeted fish
    Amberjack
    Amberjack
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Sailfish
    Sailfish
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Grouper (Gag)
    Gag Grouper
    Snapper (Mutton)
    Mutton Snapper
    Tuna (Blackfin)
    Blackfin Tuna
    Triggerfish (Gray)
    Gray Triggerfish
    Snapper (Lane)
    Lane Snapper
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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 11 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
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Russell V.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Best captain and crew ever

VERIFIED   Half day Fishing Trip on February 3, 2024
We had a wonderful trip today and caught 9 king mackeral. Matt and his crew went over above and beyond call of duty . We went...
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Sam M.
Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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Would highly recommend

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip (PM) – Shark Fishing on December 27, 2023
Great trip I will definitely be coming back again we didn’t catch any sharks but captain Matt tried hard and got us on a...
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ANDY M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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April fishing trip

VERIFIED   Half day Fishing Trip on April 20, 2024
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Chris T.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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Fishing with Matthew

VERIFIED   Half day Fishing Trip on August 6, 2023
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Roger M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Great day on the water

VERIFIED   Half day Fishing Trip on July 3, 2023
Captain Matt worked hard to get us into some fish - the day started off fairly slow (as fishing days sometimes do) but he never...
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FAQs about Defiant Offshore Charters

Defiant Offshore Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $1,100 per group - Half day Fishing Trip (5 hours)
  • US $1,500 per group - Full day offshore fishing Trip (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Defiant Offshore Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • Air Conditioning
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Refrigerator
  • Multimedia System
  • Outriggers
  • Ice Box
  • Radar

Trips booked with Defiant Offshore Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Drinks
  • Fishing License

Defiant Offshore Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing

Defiant Offshore Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Drift Fishing
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Defiant Offshore Charters include:
  • Amberjack
  • Cobia
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Flounder
  • Grouper (Gag)
  • Grouper (Scamp)
  • Jack (African Pompano)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Sailfish
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snapper (Mutton)
  • Tuna (Blackfin)

Your captain

Defiant Fishing Charters
Port Canaveral, Florida, United States
11 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since January 2023
Defiant Offshore Fishing Charters operates with a state-of-the-art, custom-built vessel crafted by renowned boat builder Calvin Beal. Our boat, which is only a year old, measures 36 feet in length and has a 13-foot transom, perfectly designed for both commercial and charter fishing ventures. With a capacity to comfortably accommodate up to six passengers, our charter is well-suited for a variety of fishing adventures off the coast of Port Canaveral, an area where our captains boast over 20 years of deep-sea fishing experience. At Defiant Offshore Fishing Charters, our primary goal is to provide an unforgettable fishing experience, creating memories that last a lifetime. Depending on the fish activity and season, we offer various types of fishing expeditions. When the conditions are right, we might troll for King Mackerels or Dolphins, and occasionally, thrill-seeking anglers might reel in a majestic Sailfish or the speedy Wahoo. Additionally, during certain times of the year, in line with regulatory openings, we engage in bottom fishing where we target species like Groupers and Amberjacks. Our commitment is to ensure that every trip not only meets but exceeds the expectations of our clients, whether they are seasoned anglers or newcomers to the sport. We pride ourselves on a deep understanding of the local waters, fish habits, and the best fishing spots, which allows us to provide tailored and successful fishing trips. We invite you to join us on board for an adventure where the lines are tight and the waters are teeming with life. Join Defiant Offshore Fishing Charters for the fishing experience of a lifetime.
Our Team
Brent H.
Captain
Luiz S.
Captain
Craig H.
Business associate
Craig H.
First mate

The fish you can target

Amberjack Amberjack
Cobia Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi) Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Flounder Flounder

What the boat is like

Boat Image
Boat category
Cabin cruisers
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
36 ft
Year built
2022
Boat manufacturer
Calvin Beal
Boat type
Pilothouse

Engine model
Catepillar
Powered by
1 x 650HP
Max cruising speed
22 knots

Which types of fishing are offered

Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Drift Fishing
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Air Conditioning
GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Refrigerator

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Drinks
Fishing License

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.

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
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
Checks
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 5% charge will apply.

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