Tannic Water Adventures Inc. 

5.0
(205 reviews)
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State licensed
 East Bay Street 610, Jacksonville, FL 32202, United States–

Tannic Water Adventures Inc. 

Jacksonville, FL, United States
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24 ft
4
5.0
(205 reviews)

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We are a Professional and affordable family friendly charter service located in Jacksonville, Florida and surrounding areas.

Your safety is our number one concern! All of our gear and safety equipment is USCG certified and up to date and we are USCG licensed and insured.

We offer light tackle 'INSHORE' fishing trips in the St. Johns River and along miles of green/gold grass in our beautiful backcountry tributaries.

The St. Johns River is an ancient intercoastal lagoon system, which gets its tea color from tannins, a natural color caused by decaying plant material. As sea levels dropped, barrier islands became an obstacle that prevented water from flowing east to the ocean. The water collected in the flat valley and slowly meandered northward, forming the St. Johns River.

Tannic Water Adventures is a member of the Maritime Drug Testing Consortium and we are a 100% Drug-Free vessel.

We specialize in Family Fun Adventures that include light tackle fishing trips for Redfish, Trout, and Flounder and other seasonal species.

Tannic Water Adventures can accommodate any trip to fit your needs within reason.

With Tannic Water Adventures you will get a Captain with over 40 years of St. John's River Knowledge that is USCG Certified and is the owner and operator, not a subcontracted Captain.

Our Vessel is the 24' Lake And Bay boat that is designed and built to handle the rough bay and nearshore waters of the St. John's River and the Atlantic Ocean with comfort and style. With a draft of only 13 inches of water, the modified VEE hull with an 8'6'' beam creates a stable, spacious platform for fishing or enjoying the day on the water with friends and family powered by the reliable Yamaha engine.

So go ahead and book your next adventure with us!

We are a Professional and affordable family friendly charter service located in Jacksonville, Florida and surrounding areas.

Your safety is our number one concern! All of our gear and safety equipment is USCG certified and up to date and we are USCG licensed and insured.

We offer light tackle 'INSHORE' fishing trips in the St. Johns River and along miles of green/gold grass in our beautiful backcountry tributaries.

The St. Johns River is an ancient intercoastal lagoon system, which gets its tea color from tannins, a natural color caused by decaying plant material. As sea levels dropped, barrier islands became an obstacle that prevented water from flowing east to the ocean. The water collected in the flat valley and slowly meandered northward, forming the St. Johns River.

Tannic Water Adventures is a member of the Maritime Drug Testing Consortium and we are a 100% Drug-Free vessel.

We specialize in Family Fun Adventures that include light tackle fishing trips for Redfish, Trout, and Flounder and other seasonal species.

Tannic Water Adventures can accommodate any trip to fit your needs within reason.

With Tannic Water Adventures you will get a Captain with over 40 years of St. John's River Knowledge that is USCG Certified and is the owner and operator, not a subcontracted Captain.

Our Vessel is the 24' Lake And Bay boat that is designed and built to handle the rough bay and nearshore waters of the St. John's River and the Atlantic Ocean with comfort and style. With a draft of only 13 inches of water, the modified VEE hull with an 8'6'' beam creates a stable, spacious platform for fishing or enjoying the day on the water with friends and family powered by the reliable Yamaha engine.

So go ahead and book your next adventure with us!

Captain Austin N.
Captain
Captain Austin N.
10 years of experience
ID & credentials verified
responds within an hour

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November 2026
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Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
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Half Day Adventure A.M
In high demand Last booked: 6 days ago
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
4 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Redfish
Flounder
Speckled Trout
US $450
Entire boat: 2 people
Half Day Adventure PM
In high demand Last booked: 4 days ago
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
4 hour trip starts at 2:00 PM
Redfish
Flounder
Speckled Trout
US $450
Entire boat: 2 people
6-hr 3/4 Day fishing trip
In high demand Last booked: 1 day ago
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
6 hour trip starts at 7:30 AM
Snapper (Mangrove)
Black Drum
Redfish
Flounder
+3
US $550
Entire boat: 2 people
8-Hour Full-Day Inshore Fishing
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:30 AM
Snapper (Mangrove)
Black Drum
Redfish
Flounder
+3
US $650
Entire boat: 2 people

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Rating

5.0
205 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (338)

What anglers say

98%
Great experience
100%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
99%
Good boat
100%
Recommended
99%
Caught fish

Reviews (205)

  • Connie Webster
    Connie Webster
    Repeat angler
    us
    Florida, US
    Member since 2025
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Red Friday Beat Black Friday with Reel Deal

    Half Day Adventure A.M on November 28, 2025 • 2 adults

    Coldest day since last Winter, turned hot with catches. This charter is definitely the “reel” deal. Captain Austin puts you on them. He is raw and knowledgeable. Listen to his instructions and you will catch fish. This was our 5th charter this year, and the best by far. Love the marina location, Captain Austin knows the holes, has great equipment and damn good at telling you how to get them in the boat. Planning another trip with Tannic and is now my go-to for inshore fishing. Thanks so much Captain Austin for making a cold day a hot ending!

  • Robert Malone
    Robert Malone
    Repeat angler
    us
    Pennsylvania, US
    Member since 2025
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Family Fun

    Half Day Adventure A.M on July 28, 2026 • 4 adults • 1 child

    Our family enjoys boating and fishing. It was enjoyable for everyone to see the city from a different perspective, while encountering lots of dolphins, a manatee, and catching some fish, including our first flounder. Cpt Austin was knowledgeable, friendly, and encouraging to the adults and our children ages 15 and 4.

  • Don Rogers
    Don Rogers
    us
    Washington, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified
    New

    Great day of fun and fishing!

    Half Day Adventure A.M on October 19, 2026 • 4 adults

    Captain Austin was pleasant and a true professional! My family and I enjoyed our experience and will be calling on the captain again for our next fishing trip.

  • Joseph Larwa
    Joseph Larwa
    Repeat angler
    us
    Pennsylvania, US
    Member since 2026
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    great trip! great crew! big fish🏆

    Half Day Adventure A.M on June 22, 2026 • 2 adults

    my girlfriend and I had an amazing time! we caught some if the biggest fish we had ever caught, captain Austin! was very friendly and knowledgeable and knows where the fish are,and knows how to keep you catching them! thanks captain for a great fishing trip🏆💯💯💯

  • Nick Rydberg
    Nick Rydberg
    us
    Minnesota, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified
    New

    Had a blast!

    Half Day Adventure PM on November 11, 2026 • 4 adults

    We had four guys and had an absolute blast! Caught tons of fish and some big ones!

  • Taylor Hawkins
    Taylor Hawkins
    us
    Georgia, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Early Fathers Day outing

    Half Day Adventure A.M on June 14, 2026 • 2 adults

    We had an awesome morning on the St John’s River with Capt. Austin. We caught flounder, black drum, red fish, sheepshead and a fat cat. And we saw a manatee! Highly recommend this trip for anyone looking to catch many different kinds of fish.

  • Orlando Gonzalez
    Orlando Gonzalez
    Repeat angler
    us
    Virginia, US
    Member since 2025
    13 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great day on the river!

    Half Day Adventure A.M on July 25, 2026 • 2 adults

    Our first time fishing in Florida and it didn’t dissapoint! Capt was great! Explained everything and put us on plenty of fish! If you are ever in the Jacksonville area you should definitely book with him!

  • Bachir Saoud
    Bachir Saoud
    Repeat angler
    us
    Florida, US
    Member since 2025
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great day of fishing

    Half Day Adventure A.M on April 11, 2026 • 2 adults • 1 child

    My kids thoroughly enjoy fishing with capt. Austin. We caught quite a bit of rainbow trout and drum and came home and had dinner. Austin is top notch. Scheduled for Thursday but high winds were in the area and he conveniently adjusted his schedule to take us out on a warm calm day on the river. We highly recommend Austin and Tannic Water Adv.

  • Ashley Whiting
    Ashley Whiting
    us
    Florida, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified
    New

    November fishing trip

    8-Hour Full-Day Inshore Fishing on November 7, 2026 • 2 adults

    Fun experience definitely would recommend

  • Justin Breeden
    Justin Breeden
    us
    New Jersey, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    fish buffet

    Half Day Adventure A.M on August 15, 2026 • 2 adults • 1 child

    I highly recommend tannic water adventures. captain Austin was great, got us on the fish and hooked up .

FAQs about Tannic Water Adventures Inc.

Tannic Water Adventures Inc. offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $450 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Adventure A.M (4 hours)
  • US $450 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Adventure PM (4 hours)
  • US $550 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 6-hr 3/4 Day fishing trip (6 hours)
  • US $650 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 8-Hour Full-Day Inshore Fishing (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Tannic Water Adventures Inc., you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS Garmin 1242 XSV
  • Fishfinder Garmin Sonar
  • Live bait well 40gal release well/30gal live well
  • Multimedia system JL Audio Stereo - It Jams!
  • Wireless trolling motor Minn Kota Ulterra 112lb thrust i-pilot
  • Ice box Custom front deck cooler and leaning post cooler
  • Radar Garmin
Trips booked with Tannic Water Adventures Inc. include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (The Best Light Tackle Gear our Industry Offers)
  • Live bait (Live Shrimp, Live Blue Crab, Fiddler Crabs.)
  • Lures (Mirror Lures, DOA Lures, or Manufacture my own.)
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (We are happy to clean fish.)
  • Drinks (We supply ice and waters to drink)
  • Fishing license (Up to 4 passengers are covered under our license.)
Tannic Water Adventures Inc. offers the following types of fishing:
  • River fishing (Jacksonville in the St. John's River)
  • Inshore fishing ( Shallow or Deepwater)
  • Flats fishing (We can fish in 13" of water)
  • Backcountry fishing (Experience our beautiful backcountry)
Tannic Water Adventures Inc. offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Drift fishing
Top targeted fish species with Tannic Water Adventures Inc. include:
  • Black Drum
  • Flounder
  • Redfish
  • Sheepshead
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Speckled Trout
  • Weakfish

Your captain

Captain Austin N.
Captain Austin N.
Jacksonville, Florida, United States
253 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
205 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since April 2023
Angler's Choice
The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.
We are a Team of Jacksonville, Florida Natives of over 40 years. Our Captain is a USCG Merchant Mariner and CPR Certified and your safety is our number one concern. We are Light Tackle Enthusiast and smile creators. Top Rated Charters, The Best Gear and 5 star service.
Our Team
Austin N.
Austin N.
Captain
CANE ..
CANE ..
Business partner
Marianne G.
Marianne G.
First mate
Captain Austin N.
Captain Austin N.
Fully verified
Angler's Choice
253
reports
205
reviews
2023
member since
~1h
response
We are a Team of Jacksonville, Florida Natives of over 40 years. Our Captain is a USCG Merchant Mariner and CPR Certified and your safety is our number one concern. We are Light Tackle Enthusiast and smile creators. Top Rated Charters, The Best Gear and 5 star service.
The crew
Austin N.
Austin N.
Captain
CANE ..
CANE ..
Business partner
Marianne G.
Marianne G.
First mate

The fish you can target

Black Drum
Black Drum
Flounder
Flounder
Redfish
Redfish
Sheepshead
Sheepshead
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Weakfish
Weakfish
Black Drum
Black Drum
Flounder
Flounder
Redfish
Redfish
Sheepshead
Sheepshead
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper

Real catches by this captain

  • Solo angler holding a large redfish on the bow of a fishing boat at sunset.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Redfish
    Four guys, a pile of fish, and one boat that’s still recovering. The bite was on—and the bragging rights are officially claimed! ?
  • Adult angler holding a large redfish on the bow of a fishing boat at sunset.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Redfish
    Nick R.
    Nick R.
    We had four guys and had an absolute blast! Caught tons of fish and some big ones!
  • Two adult anglers pose behind a mixed catch of multiple fish displayed on the bow deck of a center-console boat in an urban waterfront setting.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Speckled Trout
    Jack N.
    Jack N.
    My son Jeff and I had a great time fishing with Austin. We started catching fish right as our lines hit the water. We caught about a dozen keepers! Austin was knowledgeable and friendly. We would charter with him again. Thanks
  • Group of anglers posing behind multiple fish displayed on the bow deck of a center-console boat in an urban waterfront setting.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Sheepshead
    Ashley W.
    Ashley W.
    Fun experience definitely would recommend
  • Adult angler proudly holding a large redfish aboard a center-console fishing boat.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Redfish
    The fish were biting just enough to keep us optimistic—and just enough to make them think they won. Another beautiful day on the St. Johns River in Downtown Jacksonville!
  • Angler proudly holds a large spotted seatrout aboard a center-console fishing boat, with fellow group members and open water in the background.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +2
    Speckled Trout
    ? Jacksonville Fishing Report! ?? The fish are biting, the rods are bending, and the excuses are getting worse! ? The redfish are hungry, the trout are showing off, and the only thing getting a break is the bait bucket! Come catch some fish, make some memories, and leave the fish stories to us! ?? Tannic Water Adventures – Where the fish don't stand a chance! ?
  • Two adult anglers aboard a center-console boat proudly displaying a large flounder over coastal waters near a bridge.
    Fish 1
    Flounder
    Don R.
    Don R.
    Captain Austin was pleasant and a true professional! My family and I enjoyed our experience and will be calling on the captain again for our next fishing trip.
  • Adult angler proudly holding a large mottled black drum aboard a center-console fishing boat.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +2
    Flounder
    ? Fish Don't Have Calendars! ? Some days they're biting like they haven't eaten in a week. Other days they're acting like they're on a strict diet! ? Either way, we're out here making memories, bending rods, and enjoying the beautiful waters of Jacksonville! ? Come see what bites with Tannic Water Adventures!
  • Adult angler proudly holding a large red drum, or redfish, aboard a center-console fishing boat in coastal waters.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    ? The Fish Didn't Get the Memo! ? Somebody forgot to tell the fish they were supposed to be hard to catch! ? The rods were bending, the drag was screaming, and the fish were making some questionable life decisions! Another great day chasing fish on the St. Johns River in downtown Jacksonville! ?? Come catch some memories with Tannic Water Adventures! #JacksonvilleFishing #FishingBooker #TannicWaterAdventures #DTJax #FloridaFishing
  • Angler proudly displaying a large Redfish while seated on a boat, enjoying a sunny day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Eric M.
    Eric M.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
24 ft
Year built
2011
Boat manufacturer
Lake And Bay
Boat type
Bay boat
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 300HP
Max cruising speed
60 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

River Fishing
Inshore Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Drift Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Garmin 1242 XSV
Fishfinder
Garmin Sonar
Live bait well
40gal release well/30gal live well
Multimedia system
JL Audio Stereo - It Jams!
Wireless trolling motor
Minn Kota Ulterra 112lb thrust i-pilot
Ice box
Custom front deck cooler and leaning post cooler
Radar
Garmin
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
The Best Light Tackle Gear our Industry Offers
Live bait
Live Shrimp, Live Blue Crab, Fiddler Crabs.
Lures
Mirror Lures, DOA Lures, or Manufacture my own.
Catch cleaning & filleting
We are happy to clean fish.
Drinks
We supply ice and waters to drink
Fishing license
Up to 4 passengers are covered under our license.

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 1 day prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 1 day 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 agreed upon reservation
Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.
Child friendly
We Love to teach Children How to Fish
You keep catch
Leave the messy part to us.
Catch and release allowed
If you want to release your catch, No Problem!

How you can pay

Pay online in full
Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.
No additional fees.
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
 Bank transfer
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Jacksonville right now

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

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State licensed
5.0
(205)
24 ft
Group size 1 - 4
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+5
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