Tannic Water Adventures Inc.
Tannic Water Adventures Inc.
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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!
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Chase Brumfield5.0VerifiedAmazing experience with captain Austin
3/4 Day Adventure A.M on October 30, 2025 • 2 adultsOur 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 !
Connie WebsterRepeat angler5.0VerifiedRed Friday Beat Black Friday with Reel Deal
Half Day Adventure A.M on November 28, 2025 • 2 adultsColdest 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 MaloneRepeat angler5.0VerifiedFamily Fun
Half Day Adventure A.M on July 28, 2026 • 4 adults • 1 childOur 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.
Joseph LarwaRepeat angler5.0Verifiedgreat trip! great crew! big fish🏆
Half Day Adventure A.M on June 22, 2026 • 2 adultsmy 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🏆💯💯💯
Taylor Hawkins5.0VerifiedEarly Fathers Day outing
Half Day Adventure A.M on June 14, 2026 • 2 adultsWe 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 GonzalezRepeat angler5.0VerifiedGreat day on the river!
Half Day Adventure A.M on July 25, 2026 • 2 adultsOur 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 SaoudRepeat angler5.0VerifiedGreat day of fishing
Half Day Adventure A.M on April 11, 2026 • 2 adults • 1 childMy 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.
Nicole Lentz5.0VerifiedAmazing trip, great captain
Half Day Adventure A.M on April 24, 2026 • 4 adultsWe had an amazing time with Austin. Caught a variety of different fish. He was clearly very knowledgeable, helpful, and entertaining. Definitely recommend him to anyone at any skill level.
- Justin Breeden5.0Verified
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Half Day Adventure A.M on August 15, 2026 • 2 adults • 1 childI highly recommend tannic water adventures. captain Austin was great, got us on the fish and hooked up .
Kyle DavisRepeat angler5.0VerifiedSkilled Captain made a tough bite fun
Half Day Adventure A.M on February 14, 2026 • 2 adultsAustin knows what he is doing and put us where the fish were. Unfortunely the bite was a little slow today but vibes were high and the equipment was top notch. Will defintely book again when the fishing and weather heats up.
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We were here for 2 days and decided to stay an additional day to fish. They had great reviews ans were close by the Doubletree. The reviews didnt disappoint. It was 3 days after the rain from the hurricane but the weather was beautiful. . The captain was great and patient as we are infrequent fisher people. He made sure to help and teach. My wife caught 3 black drum about 1-1.5 pounds and last a coupe of more. The trout through the hook and she caught a small redfish and a small catfish. I caught a redfish, a small mangrove snapper and a catfish. We saw a couple of osprey and a couple of brief dolphin sightings. Great trip.
Message James, thank you so much for the fantastic review and for choosing Tannic Water Adventures during your extended stay in Jacksonville! I'm glad the weather cooperated after the storm and we were able to get out on the water. You and your wife did a great job putting several different species in the boat! It's always rewarding to help folks who don't fish often learn a few techniques and enjoy some success. The osprey and dolphin sightings were an added bonus! I truly appreciate your kind words, your trust, and your recommendation. Safe travels, and I hope to have you both back aboard for another adventure next time you're in Jacksonville! — Captain Austin 🎣 Make my reply more concise Add a subtle booking invitation Make my appreciation feel warmer
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
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
Captain Austin, was very fun to be around and he will do everything in his power to try and get you to catch a monster! Very knowledgeable on his fishing techniques so listen and you will be fishing like a pro.
Quinton, I really appreciate the awesome review and the 5 stars across the board! It was a pleasure having you aboard! I always tell folks that catching fish is only part of the adventure. Learning the techniques, understanding what we're doing, and having a great time on the water are just as important. I’ll always give 110% to put my guests on fish, and hopefully that next cast is the monster we're looking for! Thank you again for trusting me with your fishing adventure and for recommending Tannic Water Adventures. Looking forward to fishing with you again! — Captain Austin 🎣
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
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)
- 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)
- 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
- Heavy tackle
- Bottom fishing
- Spinning
- Jigging
- Popping
- Drift fishing
- Black Drum
- Flounder
- Redfish
- Sheepshead
- Snapper (Mangrove)
- Speckled Trout
- Weakfish
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