Tannic Water Adventures Inc.
Tannic Water Adventures Inc.
Booked with us before? You may qualify for a Loyalty Discount. Sign in to check.
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!
Select date to see availability
Trip availability and prices
| Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Customer reviews
Rating
Anglers' gallery (326)
What anglers say
All reviews (189)
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.
Thank you so much for the wonderful review, Robert! It was a pleasure having your family aboard. Trips like yours are exactly why I love what I do—getting to introduce families to everything the St. Johns River has to offer. Seeing dolphins, a manatee, catching fish, and landing your family's first flounder all on the same trip made for a pretty special day! I'm especially glad everyone, from your 4-year-old to your 15-year-old (and the adults too!), had a great time. Thank you for trusting Tannic Water Adventures with your family's memories. I hope to welcome you all back for another adventure soon—there's always something new to see and catch here in Jacksonville! Tight lines! 🎣🐬 - Captain Austin
Our experience with captain Austin at tannic water adventures was an absolute 10/10! Everything about our trip was perfect captain Austin was incredibly patient and extremely knowledgeable about all of the species we caught and the water way we fished as a whole. Within the first 10 minutes of fishing we had 3 fish in the boat and it didn’t stop there as we caught over 20 plus fish through the corse of the day. I would HIGHLY HIGHLY recommend Tannic water adventures for absolutely anyone wanting a peaceful trip full of fish from anyone if you’ve been fishing your whole life or never touched a rod before we will definitely be booking with him again in the future !
Thank you so much, Chase! I really appreciate you taking the time to leave such an awesome review. It was a blast having you guys on the water, and I’m glad the fish were fired up from the start! You both did a great job out there, and I’m looking forward to another round next time you’re back out — we’ll see if we can beat that 20+ fish day! 🎣 - Captain Austin
My son Brandon with Down syndrome and I have fished with Austin a handful of times and we have enjoyed our trip each time. He is very helpful and Brandon thinks he is cool. We will fish with Austin whenever he is available, and we are in town from California. I recommend Austin without reservation. Can't wait to fish with him again. PS: Brandon caught the biggest fish of his life on our recent trip. A very nice Redfish. Tim
Tim, this truly means more than you know—thank you for such a kind and thoughtful review. Getting to spend time on the water with you and Brandon has been an absolute privilege. Brandon is an awesome young man, and seeing his excitement and confidence grow each trip is exactly why I love what I do. That big redfish he landed is something I won’t forget anytime soon—what a moment. I’m really grateful you continue to choose to fish with me, especially coming all the way from California. It says a lot, and I don’t take that lightly. My goal is always to make sure you both feel comfortable, have fun, and create memories that stick long after the trip is over. Looking forward to the next adventure with you guys already. Tell Brandon I said he set the bar pretty high with that last catch! 🎣 - Captain Austin
Professional, knowledgeable, and a true passion for fishing. Good communication with the captain throughout. Great with kids - had my 8yr old along for the ride, kept him on fish and engaged with the experience when attention span or interest would begin to fade. If you’re looking for a local guide to get on the fish, or a captain who can make a good experience for a father / son - this is the one.
Thomas, thank you for the kind words and for trusting me with your day on the water — it truly means a lot. Trips like yours are exactly why I love guiding. Seeing a dad and his kid out there learning, laughing, and staying hooked up all day reminds me of my own childhood and my father taking me fishing. Those are the memories that shaped me, and it’s pretty special getting to help pass that along to the next generation. - Captain Austin
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!
Thank you for your incredible five-star review! We’re grateful you chose Tannic Water Adventures for your fishing charter and thrilled to hear you had such a memorable experience. Providing top-quality service on the St. Johns River is what we strive for, and feedback like yours means a lot. We appreciate your support and look forward to welcoming you back for another Jacksonville fishing adventure soon. -Captain Austin
FAQs about Tannic Water Adventures Inc.
- 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)
- 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
- 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.)
- 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)
- Light tackle (St. Croix Triumph Rods/Daiwa Reels)
- Heavy tackle (Custom Heavy Spinning Rods/Daiwa Reels)
- Bottom fishing (Live or dead bait )
- Spinning (Daiwa Reels )
- Jigging (Bucktails)
- Popping (Popping Corks)
- Drift fishing (Inshore Jigging)
- Black Drum
- Flounder
- Redfish
- Sheepshead
- Snapper (Mangrove)
- Speckled Trout
- Weakfish
Your captain
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.
Austin N.
Captain
CANE ..
Business partner
Marianne G.
First mate
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.
Austin N.
Captain
CANE ..
Business partner
Marianne G.
First mate
Real catches by this captain
What is the boat like?
What kind of fishing will you do?
Which fishing techniques you can try
Which amenities are available onboard
How cancellations work
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.
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.
How you can pay
Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.
No additional fees.
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 25% 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 Drum
Redfish
Speckled TroutCompare similar fishing charters
State licensed5.0(250)21 ftGroup size 1 - 41 - 4
+64 hour trip • 2 personsUS $425
Federally permitted5.0(117)24 ftGroup size 1 - 41 - 4
+104 hour trip • 4 personsUS $700
