Catch Dog Sport Fishing Charters

Welcome aboard the fishing vessel "Catch Dog!" The crew specializes in having fun and catching fish!

There are many species to catch in the waters off Port Canaveral! When deep-sea fishing, you’ll target King Mackerel, Mahi Mahi, Sailfish, and more. If fishing nearshore, expect to hook Shark, Red Drum, Sting Ray, Snook, and many more. Whether you’re an avid angler and have been offshore many times before, or this is your first time and want to try it out, they’ll accommodate anyone.

You’ll be fishing from a 32’ Priority offshore sport fishing boat with all the newest electronics and fishing equipment. It fits 5 people comfortably but can accommodate up to 6 people. Boat has plenty of shade and an enclosed cabin with a bathroom. The boat is equipped with
outriggers ideal for trolling for pelagic fish species along with downriggers, yeti fish ice cooler, and live bait well. You can play your favorite tunes on the sound system while enjoying the spectacular scenery!

If you have kids, the crew will ensure to take their time and teach them the proper way to get them hooked up! Bring on the trip whatever you want to eat or drink for the day. There’s a cooler with clean ice on the boat, but if you have your own cooler, that’s fine too. Beer is ok but please, no hard liquor. Sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat, a towel, and zip-lock bags for fish fillets are also good things to bring. A 15–20% gratuity is customary and greatly appreciated.

Catch Dog Sport Fishing operates out of Port Canaveral, FL, right behind Grills Seafood Restaurant, one hour east of Orlando. Upon returning to the dock, if you wish, the restaurant will cook your catch for an extra cost. Talk about super fresh seafood! The captain will call the day before your trip between 5–8 p.m. to talk about the game plan.

Let’s go fishing and get you hooked! The Catch Dog crew is looking forward to making great memories and catching fish with you!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip – Nearshore Shark (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    $550
    This is an awesome trip! No ride time, and you get to pull on some big fish, including Sharks, Red Drum, Goliath Grouper, and sometimes Tarpon. While waiting on these big fish to bite, there is usually steady action for the kiddos on the small pole catching things like Croaker, Whiting, Catfish, Weakfish, and many others!
    Targeted fish
    Grouper (Goliath)
    Goliath Grouper
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Shark (Blacktip)
    Blacktip Shark
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip – Nearshore Shark (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
    $550
    This is an awesome trip! No ride time, and you get to pull on some big fish, including Sharks, Red Drum, Goliath Grouper, and sometimes Tarpon. While waiting on these big fish to bite, there is usually steady action for the kiddos on the small pole catching things like Croakers, Whiting, Catfish, Weakfish, and many others!
    Targeted fish
    Grouper (Goliath)
    Goliath Grouper
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Shark (Blacktip)
    Blacktip Shark
  • Private trip
    5 Hour Trip – Offshore
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    $850
  • Private trip
    7 Hour Trip – Offshore
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    7 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    $1,050
  • Private trip
    9 Hour Trip – Offshore
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    9 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    $1,350
    This trip usually allows us to do a few different types of fishing and fish deeper waters beyond the reef.
  • Private trip
    10 Hour Trip – Gulfstream Mahi Mahi
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    10 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    $1,650
    Take the long ride out to the edge of the Gulfstream current and fish for pelagic species like Mahi, Wahoo, Tuna, and Sailfish! This trip is more of a gamble but can produce some incredible days and catches with the right conditions!
    Targeted fish
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Sailfish
    Sailfish
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
    Tuna (Blackfin)
    Blackfin Tuna
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FAQs about Catch Dog Sport Fishing Charters

Catch Dog Sport Fishing Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • $550 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Nearshore Shark (AM) (4 hours)
  • $550 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Nearshore Shark (PM) (4 hours)
  • $850 per group - 5 Hour Trip – Offshore (5 hours)
  • $1,050 per group - 7 Hour Trip – Offshore (7 hours)
  • $1,350 per group - 9 Hour Trip – Offshore (9 hours)
  • $1,650 per group - 10 Hour Trip – Gulfstream Mahi Mahi (10 hours)

When you book a trip with Catch Dog Sport Fishing Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Flybridge
  • Live Bait Well
  • Outriggers
  • Ice Box

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

Catch Dog Sport Fishing Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing

Catch Dog Sport Fishing Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Catch Dog Sport Fishing Charters include:
  • Amberjack
  • Barracuda (Great)
  • Bonito
  • Cobia
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Sailfish
  • Shark (Blacktip)
  • Snapper (Lane)
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snapper (Vermilion)
  • Tuna (Blackfin)

Meet the Captain

Ronnie Rapp
Port Canaveral, Florida, United States
22 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since March 2023
Captain Ronnie Rapp is a third-generation native Floridian who grew up fishing on Florida’s Space Coast right here in Cocoa, FL. Ronnie started inshore fishing the flats, then quickly discovered there are bigger fish to fry. His older brothers introduced him to the game of deep sea fishing, where he fell in love and dreamed of owning a seaworthy fishing boat one day and making a living doing it. Several years later, here we are!

About this listing

Targeted species

Amberjack Amberjack
Barracuda (Great) Great Barracuda
Bonito Bonito
Cobia Cobia

Boat specs

Priority (Sportfishing) originally built in 1992, and restored in 2020. Powered by a 450HP Cummins engine.

Length
31 ft
Capacity
6 persons

Types of fishing

Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing

Fishing techniques

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

Amenities

Toilet
GPS
Fishfinder
Flybridge
Live Bait Well
Outriggers

Trip includes

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

Cancellation policy

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.

Listing policies

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

Pay online in full

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

No additional fees.
Book with 15% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 15% 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

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 22 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (37)
Birthday fishing fun
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Angler rating
19
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
94%
Friendly captain
94%
Recommend this charter
95%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
95%
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Ariel G.
Clermont, FL
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Amazing experience!!!

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip – Nearshore Shark (AM) on June 20, 2023
Capt. Ronnie was ready to take us on a great fishing trip.  The boat was immaculate and well taken care.  All fishing gear...
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Matthew K.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Fishing trip in April

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip – Nearshore Shark (AM) on April 4, 2023
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Brian M.
Lake Hallie, WI
Excellent
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Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Family Fun

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip – Offshore on July 11, 2023
I would recommend Captain Ronnie with Catch Dog Sport Fishing for anyone looking to have a good time.  Captain Ronnie did...
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Jason M.
Sauk City, WI
Excellent
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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5 hour offshore trip

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip – Offshore on June 28, 2023
Had an amazing trip with Captain Ronnie. He knew exactly where to find a ton of bait fish. So much that he shared a bucket...
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Peter M.
Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Birthday fishing fun

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip – Offshore on October 22, 2023
Such a good time with Capt Ronnie. As soon as we went outshore we immediately caught fish. Lots of king mackerel (about 10...
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