Tug Of War – New Smyrna Beach 

4.9/5 (86 reviews)
 
State licensed
 North Causeway, New Smyrna Beach, FL 32169, United States

Tug Of War – New Smyrna Beach 

 
State licensed
4.9/5 (86 reviews)
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North Causeway
New Smyrna Beach, FL, United States

Spend a great day on the water with Tug of War Charters. If you are a novice, this could be the best introduction you can get; if you are already experienced, now is the time to level up. With the knowledgeable Captain Randy Kraft by your side, you will experience Florida’s east coast from a different perspective.

Capt. Randy is a full-time USCG licensed captain who was born and raised in the area. Described by his clients as “laid back, easy going, and a true gentleman,” he will make sure you have a great time on his boat. With his lifelong fishing experience, he knows exactly where to find the catch – and you can also learn interesting details about the local history.

Your trip will take place on a 23’ bay boat that was restored in 2017. Powered by a 200 HP Suzuki engine, the boat will quickly take you to your fishing spot. In case a very feisty fish starts biting your bait, there is also a fighting chair to help you out in the duel.

You will mostly target inshore and nearshore species such as Tarpon, Bull Redfish, Black Drum, Snook, Snapper, Grouper, and Blacktip Shark. If you want to enjoy the taste of your catch, Capt. Randy will clean and bag it for you.

Tug of War Charters invites everyone with a positive attitude who wants to have fun. Whether you are a family with children or a group of friends, you are welcome to join Capt. Randy. Trips are available year round, you only need to decide when you want your adventure to start!

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Rating

4.9
86 reviews
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4.9
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (128)

Captain Randy Kraft is the GOAT!
On The Fish!!
On The Fish!!
On The Fish!!
On The Fish!!
On The Fish!!
+122

What anglers say

95%
Great experience
94%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
98%
Recommended
85%
Caught fish

All reviews (86)

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Earl Or Joyce Malcolm
Earl Or Joyce Malcolm
5.0
Verified
Definitely Try Birds & Boards Fishing!
4 Hour – Inlet/River Trip 7AM on August 5, 20254 adults
Unfortunately, we were unable to go with our previous choice, due to mechanical issues with the boat. He recommended Captain TJ with Birds & Boards Fishing. Not only was he (Captain T.J.) knowledgeable about where to fish, he gave us great tips on how to fish. He was patient with all our questions and answered every one of them. He ensured we were informed about why we couldn't keep certain fish and was instrumental in us bringing home some good quality fish. I highly recommend Captain T.J. You will definitely not be disappointed. He went above and beyond to ensure our fishing experience would be enjoyable, meaningful and FUN!!
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Reported catch:
Mangrove Snapper
Black Drum
Response from Captain
August 6, 2025
Awesome!!! I'm glad yall had a great time. Thank you.
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Ian Crawn
Ian Crawn
5.0
Verified
Great time
4 Hour – Inlet/River Trip 7AM on August 4, 20252 adults
We had a great time with captain Randy, caught all sorts of fish and didn’t take long to get hooked up. Captain Randy has all the laughs, knowledge and equipment to make sure we enjoyed our time and we certainly did. Would go fishing with him everyday if I could highly recommend him. Hope to be back soon
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Reported catch:
Snook
Black Drum
Mangrove Snapper
Redfish
Response from Captain
August 4, 2025
Awesome!!! Thanks for fishing with me!!! Love you guys!!! Captain Randy
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Dave Gardner
Dave Gardner
5.0
Verified
Captain Randy Kraft is the GOAT!
4 Hour – Inlet/River Trip 2PM on November 12, 20253 adults
This was our second time fishing with Tug o war and both were a great success. He knows where the fish are and what they like. ive gotten trophy size bull red and snook with this man. HIGHLY recommend!!!
Reported catch:
Snook
Response from Captain
November 13, 2025
Awesome!!! Thanks for fishing with me!!! You guys are great!!!
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Michael Lowe
Michael Lowe
5.0
Verified
great time!
4 Hour – Inlet/River Trip 7AM on October 4, 20253 adults
weather wasnt ideal, hurricane passed through causing 20 knot winds and rain all week, but we still caught a bunch of fish.
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Response from Captain
October 4, 2025
Awesome!!! Thanks for fishing with me!!! Love you guys!!! Captain Randy
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Andrew Hesson
Andrew Hesson
5.0
Verified
Tug of War!
Quick 3 Hour Bridge Trip 8AM on June 18, 20251 adult1 child
Had a great day with Tug of War charters! Captain Randy, it’s very knowledgeable of how and where to catch fish. Captain Randy helped my son and I catch some of our fish on our bucket list! Thank you again Captain Randy for taking us out and working hard to get us on the fish!
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Response from Captain
June 18, 2025
Awesome, thanks for fishing with me. You guys are great. I'm still wondering what kind of river monster you had on the fishing rod!... we definitely got smoked on that rod... lol🤣 love you guys. Take care... tight lines 💪😎
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Trip availability and prices

Trip Date:
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January 2026
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Number of days
1
Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
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Quick 3 Hour Bridge Trip 8AM
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
3 Hour Trip
starts at 8:00 AM
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US $350
Entire boat: 2 people
Quick 3 Hour Bridge Trip 4PM
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
3 Hour Trip
starts at 4:00 PM
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US $350
Entire boat: 2 people
3 Hour River Fishing 7AM
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
3 Hour Trip
starts at 7:00 AM
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US $400
Entire boat: up to 3 people
3 Hour River Fishing 10AM
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
3 Hour Trip
starts at 10:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Sep 1 - May 16
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US $400
Entire boat: up to 3 people
3 hour River Fishing 1PM
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
3 Hour Trip
starts at 1:00 PM
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US $400
Entire boat: up to 3 people
3 Hour River Fishing 4PM
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
3 Hour Trip
starts at 4:00 PM
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US $400
Entire boat: up to 3 people
4 Hour – Inlet/River Trip 7AM
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
4 Hour Trip
starts at 7:00 AM
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US $500
Entire boat: up to 3 people
4 Hour – Inlet/River Trip 2PM
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
4 Hour Trip
starts at 2:00 PM
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US $500
Entire boat: up to 3 people
4 Hour - Nearshore Shark Trip 7AM
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
4 Hour Trip
starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Apr 1 - Dec 1
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US $550
Entire boat: up to 3 people
5 hour night fishing trip
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
5 Hour Trip
starts at 6:00 PM
Seasonal trip
Sep 1 - Jun 1
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US $550
Entire boat: 2 people
6 Hour – Inlet/River Trip 6AM
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
6 Hour Trip
starts at 6:00 AM
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US $650
Entire boat: up to 3 people

Rating

4.9
86 reviews
5
79
4
6
3
0
2
1
1
0
4.9
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (128)

Captain Randy Kraft is the GOAT!
On The Fish!!
On The Fish!!
On The Fish!!
On The Fish!!
On The Fish!!
+122

What anglers say

95%
Great experience
94%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
98%
Recommended
85%
Caught fish

All reviews (86)

Filter
Showing 15 of 86 reviews
Earl Or Joyce Malcolm
Earl Or Joyce Malcolm
5.0
Verified
Definitely Try Birds & Boards Fishing!
4 Hour – Inlet/River Trip 7AM on August 5, 20254 adults
Unfortunately, we were unable to go with our previous choice, due to mechanical issues with the boat. He recommended Captain TJ with Birds & Boards Fishing. Not only was he (Captain T.J.) knowledgeable about where to fish, he gave us great tips on how to fish. He was patient with all our questions and answered every one of them. He ensured we were informed about why we couldn't keep certain fish and was instrumental in us bringing home some good quality fish. I highly recommend Captain T.J. You will definitely not be disappointed. He went above and beyond to ensure our fishing experience would be enjoyable, meaningful and FUN!!
Review media 0
Review media 1
Review media 2
Review media 3
Reported catch:
Mangrove Snapper
Black Drum
Response from Captain
August 6, 2025
Awesome!!! I'm glad yall had a great time. Thank you.
1
Ian Crawn
Ian Crawn
5.0
Verified
Great time
4 Hour – Inlet/River Trip 7AM on August 4, 20252 adults
We had a great time with captain Randy, caught all sorts of fish and didn’t take long to get hooked up. Captain Randy has all the laughs, knowledge and equipment to make sure we enjoyed our time and we certainly did. Would go fishing with him everyday if I could highly recommend him. Hope to be back soon
Review media 0
Review media 1
Review media 1
Reported catch:
Snook
Black Drum
Mangrove Snapper
Redfish
Response from Captain
August 4, 2025
Awesome!!! Thanks for fishing with me!!! Love you guys!!! Captain Randy
0
Dave Gardner
Dave Gardner
5.0
Verified
Captain Randy Kraft is the GOAT!
4 Hour – Inlet/River Trip 2PM on November 12, 20253 adults
This was our second time fishing with Tug o war and both were a great success. He knows where the fish are and what they like. ive gotten trophy size bull red and snook with this man. HIGHLY recommend!!!
Reported catch:
Snook
Response from Captain
November 13, 2025
Awesome!!! Thanks for fishing with me!!! You guys are great!!!
0
Michael Lowe
Michael Lowe
5.0
Verified
great time!
4 Hour – Inlet/River Trip 7AM on October 4, 20253 adults
weather wasnt ideal, hurricane passed through causing 20 knot winds and rain all week, but we still caught a bunch of fish.
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Response from Captain
October 4, 2025
Awesome!!! Thanks for fishing with me!!! Love you guys!!! Captain Randy
0
Andrew Hesson
Andrew Hesson
5.0
Verified
Tug of War!
Quick 3 Hour Bridge Trip 8AM on June 18, 20251 adult1 child
Had a great day with Tug of War charters! Captain Randy, it’s very knowledgeable of how and where to catch fish. Captain Randy helped my son and I catch some of our fish on our bucket list! Thank you again Captain Randy for taking us out and working hard to get us on the fish!
Review media 0
Review media 1
Review media 2
Response from Captain
June 18, 2025
Awesome, thanks for fishing with me. You guys are great. I'm still wondering what kind of river monster you had on the fishing rod!... we definitely got smoked on that rod... lol🤣 love you guys. Take care... tight lines 💪😎
2

FAQs about Tug Of War – New Smyrna Beach

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What is the boat like?

Boat Image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
22 ft
Year built
2005
Restored in
2025
Boat manufacturer
offshore
Boat type
Bay boat

Engine model
suzuki
Powered by
1 x 200HP
Max cruising speed
40 knots
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