Finomenal Adventure Charters 

5.0
(45 reviews)
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State licensed
 975 South Charles Richard Beall Boulevard, Sanford, FL 32713, United States–

Finomenal Adventure Charters 

Sanford, FL, United States
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17 ft
3
5.0
(45 reviews)

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Finomenal Adventure Charters provides a fun and exciting experience, either freshwater or saltwater fishing. 

Enjoy a relaxing day drifting on Lake Monroe or riding the waves at Ponce Inlet. You won't be disappointed! Finomenal Adventures uses a 17' 1720 Key West 2021 Center console, ready to accommodate 3 plus passengers. Your captain will provide rods and reels. Kids from 5 years and up are welcome!

These waters are known for Largemouth Bass, Bluegill, Crappie, Channel Catfish and more. During the trip, you might be spinning, popping, trolling, drifting, jigging, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area.

A first mate maybe there to make sure everything is running smoothly. Mates often work for tips, and it's customary to offer them a 10–20% tip. Your fishing license for the day is covered by the charter boat, so all you have to do is look forward to your trip!

It's always a good idea to bring snacks, drinks, sunglasses, and sunblock (non-spray). Smoking is not allowed while the boat is in operation.

Treat yourself to a Finomenal fishing day with Captain Burke!

Finomenal Adventure Charters provides a fun and exciting experience, either freshwater or saltwater fishing. 

Enjoy a relaxing day drifting on Lake Monroe or riding the waves at Ponce Inlet. You won't be disappointed! Finomenal Adventures uses a 17' 1720 Key West 2021 Center console, ready to accommodate 3 plus passengers. Your captain will provide rods and reels. Kids from 5 years and up are welcome!

These waters are known for Largemouth Bass, Bluegill, Crappie, Channel Catfish and more. During the trip, you might be spinning, popping, trolling, drifting, jigging, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area.

A first mate maybe there to make sure everything is running smoothly. Mates often work for tips, and it's customary to offer them a 10–20% tip. Your fishing license for the day is covered by the charter boat, so all you have to do is look forward to your trip!

It's always a good idea to bring snacks, drinks, sunglasses, and sunblock (non-spray). Smoking is not allowed while the boat is in operation.

Treat yourself to a Finomenal fishing day with Captain Burke!

James Burke
Captain
James Burke
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Trip date:
Group Size:
November 2026
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Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
Change
Saint Johns River 2-Person Panfish
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (6:30 AM, 1:00 PM)
Bass (Largemouth)
Crappie
Catfish
Sunfish
+2
US $350
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Saint Johns River Bass 2 Person
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 6:30 AM
Bass (Largemouth)
US $350
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Saint Johns River 3 Person Panfish
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 6:30 AM
Bass (Largemouth)
Crappie
Catfish
Sunfish
US $450
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Saint Johns River Bass 3 Person
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 6:30 AM
Bass (Largemouth)
US $450
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Saint Johns River 2 Person Crappie
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 6:30 AM
Bass (Largemouth)
Crappie
Sunfish
US $700
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Saint Johns River 3 Person Crappie
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 6:30 AM
Bass (Largemouth)
Crappie
Sunfish
US $800
Entire boat: up to 3 people

Customer reviews

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Rating

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

Anglers' gallery (138)

What anglers say

100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
98%
Recommended
93%
Caught fish

Reviews (45)

  • Christopher  Theodorellis
    Christopher Theodorellis
    Repeat angler
    us
    New York, US
    Member since 2020
    37 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Finomenal Adventure Charters Is Phenomenal!!

    Saint Johns River 2 Person Crappie on January 31, 2026 • 2 adults

    Took a trip with Captain Burke and had terrific action from start to finish. You won’t find a more courteous and professional guide. Communication before, during, and after our trip was fantastic and it went way beyond “fishing talk”. Captain Burke was willing to go above and beyond to see that we had truly memorable morning in beautiful natural surroundings away from the hustle and bustle of the theme parks. I wouldn’t hesitate to fish again, and again, and again aboard this fine Veteran owned vessel.

  • Dean Brevell
    Dean Brevell
    us
    Missouri, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified
    New

    Great day on the water , fun and relaxing

    Saint Johns River Bass 2 Person on October 22, 2026 • 2 adults

    We had a great day of catching fish and awesome conversation about the outdoors , family and overall Great experience. I highly recommend booking your next trip now

  • Brian Myers
    Brian Myers
    us
    North Dakota, US
    Member since 2020
    5.0
    Verified

    for beginners and veteran anglers

    New Smyrna Ponce Inlet 2 Person on February 9, 2026 • 2 adults

    captain james was awesome to fish with very informative on the area and everything fishing and history and knew how to put guys on fish either guy that already knew how to fish and someone new to it and had a blast i would recommend james to all my friends and other anglers 10 out of 10 if i come back this way i would book with him again

  • Paige Lewis
    Paige Lewis
    us
    Michigan, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    phenomenal experience

    Saint Johns River 2 Person Crappie on April 1, 2026 • 3 adults • 1 child

    The trip was amazing!! he helped us on our first charter trip and even let my son bass fish, which wasn’t included in our package! he took us to a few different locations were we all caught so many fish! even a Gar!! we highly recommend and will definitely be back on our next vacation to Florida! thank you !

  • Zac Collins
    Zac Collins
    Repeat angler
    us
    Indiana, US
    Member since 2026
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    great guide

    Saint Johns River 3 Person Panfish on February 11, 2026 • 3 adults

    had alot of fun cruising the river ans put us on a ton of fish. James is a great person and gets as happy as we did every big fish we caught. couldnt ask for a better experience.

  • Brian Miller
    Brian Miller
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Truly Phenomenal Experience

    New Smyrna Ponce Inlet 2 Person on March 11, 2025 • 2 adults

    I took my son for a morning trip to catch “anything”, because he has had a string of bad luck the last few times he and I went fishing back home. This trip was a fantastic time and we were treated like family from the minute we got out of our car at the dock. Captain James was kind, attentive, personable, and passionate about fishing the Florida waters and made us feel like we were just hanging out with a friend. He made sure we knew what we needed to do, offered guidance, and brought us to some beautiful spots where we were able to make some great catches, including a beautiful bonnethead shark to end the morning. If I could, I’d go out with James at least once a week - he’s that good and worth it by a wide margin.

  • Helena Smith
    Helena Smith
    Repeat angler
    us
    New York, US
    Member since 2025
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Phenomenal Finomenal Captain's. Burke

    Saint Johns River 2 Person Crappie on February 20, 2025 • 3 adults • 1 child

    Background: This was my first time going out on a small chartered boat to fish with my grandson and husband. AND the weather for Florida was very cold, windy and cloudy. Needless to say I was somewhat anxious. Well, Capt. Burke with his calm, confident, personable and professional nature immediately assured me that we were in good hands and in for a "finonemal" time. Not to diminish the fishing experience (caught 17 fish--more on that later), but Capt. Burke gave us a tour of the St. John River and its inhabitants--land, air and sea. The tour and the information on the sights and his stories were very interesting. He was determined to ensure that we were not happy, but ecstatic by taking us to several known fishing "holes" where my 10 yr old grandson caught a 31"/20lb channel catfish in addition to 16 other catfish and "shell crushers". We truly had a phenomenal and unforgettable day spending it in the good hands and heart of Capt. Burke. His kindness and love for fishing is contagious and very appreciated. We have already planned our next fishing excursion for better weather. Thank you Capt. Burke. We love Finomenal!!!

  • Jeff Crogan
    Jeff Crogan
    Repeat angler
    us
    Wisconsin, US
    Member since 2021
    4 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great day with Capt Burke!

    New Smyrna Ponce Inlet 2 Person on March 25, 2025 • 2 adults

    Took my 13 Year old daughter out for a day on the water with Captain Burke - was the highlight of our week! Capt. Burke was awesome, made sure we stayed on the fish, caught a really nice variety and ensured my daughter had a good time. Would recommend Finomenal Adeventure Charters to everyone, especially if you have a younger kid going out - he made sure we all had a great day and for me, that was the win! Thank you Capt. Burke and keep up the good work!

  • Yochabel Cruz-rosa
    Yochabel Cruz-rosa
    us
    New York, US
    Member since 2024
    5.0
    Verified

    Reel Life Father’s Day

    6 Hr – Pt of Sanford 2 People on June 15, 2024 • 2 adults

    What a surprise my wife provided my son and I on this Father’s Day’s weekend! We had a phenomenal time on the water with Finomenal Adventures. Captain Burke was on his A game taking us to all his fishing holes and we just dropped bait and caught fish. His attention to detail, in particular with my son that’s new to fishing, was nothing short of amazing. Knowledgeable, kind and generous with his skills and time are just a few of the characteristics captain Burke demonstrated to us. We will definitely be hiring Finomenal Adventures for our next fishing trip to the ocean!

  • Michelle Horney
    Michelle Horney
    us
    Illinois, US
    Member since 2024
    5.0
    Verified

    My son had a blast

    4hr December Special 2 person on January 2, 2025 • 2 adults

    My son and his grandfather had a great time. They said captain James was so nice and tried to teach my new fisher as many tips as he could. He even caught a few pics of the trip and sent them to me. 10/10 would recommend and my son is already trying to plan his next trip.

FAQs about Finomenal Adventure Charters

Finomenal Adventure Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $350 per group - Saint Johns River 2-Person Panfish (4 hours)
  • US $350 per group - Saint Johns River 2-Person Panfish - 1:00 PM (4 hours)
  • US $350 per group - Saint Johns River Bass 2 Person (4 hours)
  • US $450 per group - Saint Johns River 3 Person Panfish (4 hours)
  • US $450 per group - Saint Johns River Bass 3 Person (4 hours)
  • US $700 per group - Saint Johns River 2 Person Crappie (8 hours)
  • US $800 per group - Saint Johns River 3 Person Crappie (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Finomenal Adventure Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Wireless trolling motor
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Finomenal Adventure Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (One each per passenger)
  • Live bait (Not included in some specials)
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Up to 10 panfish free)
  • Fishing license (Provided with saltwater fishing only)
Finomenal Adventure Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • River fishing (Banana, Saint John's, Indian, Halifax)
  • Lake fishing (Monroe, Harney, Jessup, George, Harney )
  • Inshore fishing (Ponce Inlet, Haulover Canal, Halifax)
  • Nearshore fishing (Ponce Inlet)
  • Flats fishing (Mosquito Lagoon)
Finomenal Adventure Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Drift fishing
Top targeted fish species with Finomenal Adventure Charters include:
  • Bass (Largemouth)
  • Black Drum
  • Crappie
  • Flounder
  • Pompano
  • Redfish
  • Sheepshead
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snook
  • Speckled Trout
  • Sunfish

Your captain

James Burke
James Burke
Sanford, Florida, United States
70 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
45 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since October 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.
Captain Burke has years of experience fishing in Central Florida. He started his business to provide his community with quality service at a reasonable price. His trips are designed for working parents, vacationers, retirees, and anyone looking to enjoy the outdoors and spend their days off surrounded by nature.
Our Team
Jovan B.
Jovan B.
First mate
James Burke
James Burke
Fully verified
Angler's Choice
70
reports
45
reviews
2023
member since
~1h
response
Captain Burke has years of experience fishing in Central Florida. He started his business to provide his community with quality service at a reasonable price. His trips are designed for working parents, vacationers, retirees, and anyone looking to enjoy the outdoors and spend their days off surrounded by nature.
The crew
Jovan B.
Jovan B.
First mate

The fish you can target

Largemouth Bass
Largemouth Bass
Black Drum
Black Drum
Crappie
Crappie
Flounder
Flounder
Pompano
Pompano
Redfish
Redfish
Sheepshead
Sheepshead
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Snook
Snook
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Sunfish
Sunfish
Largemouth Bass
Largemouth Bass
Black Drum
Black Drum
Crappie
Crappie
Flounder
Flounder
Pompano
Pompano

Real catches by this captain

  • Adult angler holding a largemouth bass aboard a small fishing boat in a calm marsh-lined waterway.
    Fish 1
    Largemouth Bass
    Dean B.
    Dean B.
    We had a great day of catching fish and awesome conversation about the outdoors , family and overall Great experience. I highly recommend booking your next trip now
  • Adult angler holding a large snook aboard a fishing boat on a calm coastal waterway.
    Fish 1
    Largemouth Bass
    DEAN ADVENTURE FLORIDA BASS Dean and I enjoyed a morning fishing on the FINOMENAL catching largemouth bass. Dean caught over 8 bass.
  • Two anglers enjoying a fishing trip on a calm waterway, with one casting a line while the other relaxes on the boat.
    Silver Glen 2-Person Swim and fish is big success on the FINOMENAL. Brandon at wife Renee enjoyed a great afternoon at Silver Glen Springs Park where they Swim at the park a d finished their evening casting and fishing for largemouth Florida Bass.
  • A young boy and an adult are posing together by the water, holding a certificate, likely celebrating a fishing achievement.
    Grandfather and grandson enjoyed a morning fishing with Captain Burke on the FINOMENAL. Manson display a certificate earned for participating in Captain for Kids.
  • An angler proudly displaying a large Largemouth Bass while fishing on a calm river, showcasing a successful day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Largemouth Bass
    Tom a service member to our country celebrate his first Florida Hotdog Bass with his sweetheart on the Saint Johns River with Captain Burke on the FINOMENAL.
  • A young angler proudly displaying her catch, a fish, while fishing on a boat surrounded by lush mangroves.
    Fish 1
    Black Drum
    Marine father comes home and share time with his daughters at Ponce Inlet on the FINOMENAL with Captain Burke.
  • Angler proudly displaying a large Largemouth Bass while fishing on a scenic waterway.
    Fish 1
    Largemouth Bass
    Zachary L.
    Zachary L.
  • Angler proudly displaying a large Largemouth Bass while fishing in a serene freshwater environment.
    Searching for bass today but the bite was slow and we was able to get get a few hook-ups and finally Zach managed to get a bowfin before we ended our morning.
  • A smiling angler proudly displays a large Largemouth Bass while fishing at sunset on a tranquil waterway.
    Fish 1
    Largemouth Bass
    Rida and son experience a phenomenon morning on the Saint Johns River near Lemon Bluff catching Florida Bass with Captain Burke.
  • Angler proudly displaying a large Flounder while fishing in a scenic coastal environment.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Flounder
    The Harris family spent three days with Captain Burke on the FINOMENAL catching Flounder, Speckled Sea Trout, and mangrove Snappers to name a few of the keepers.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
3 persons
Boat length
17 ft
Year built
2021
Boat manufacturer
Key West
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 90HP
Max cruising speed
40 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

River Fishing
Lake Fishing
Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Flats Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Drift Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Wireless trolling motor
Ice box
What's included & add-ons
INCLUDED IN TRIP PRICE
Rods, reels & tackle
One each per passenger
Live bait
Not included in some specials
Catch cleaning & filleting
Up to 10 panfish free
Fishing license
Provided with saltwater fishing only
TRIP ADD-ONS
Available extras – arranged and paid directly to your captain.
Live Bait
To enhance your opportunity to catch a Trophy Bass may require addition wild shinners which is an additional cost. Price is for per dozen.
US $100
per person
optional
Live Bait
optional
To enhance your opportunity to catch a Trophy Bass may require addition wild shinners which is an additional cost. Price is for per dozen.
US $100
per person
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How cancellations work

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.
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What the listing policies are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child friendly
5 years and up
No smoking
While boat is in operation
You keep catch
Up to state limit
Catch and release allowed
When customers require

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
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 2% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Sanford right now

Bass (Largemouth)Bass (Largemouth)
CrappieCrappie

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