J Fishing Charters 

4.9
(98 reviews)
 
Federally permitted
 Scallop Drive 726, Port Canaveral, FL 32920, United States–

J Fishing Charters 

Port Canaveral, FL, United States
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28 ft
4
4.9
(98 reviews)

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Looking to catch some fish in Port Canaveral? Look no further than J Fishing Charters! Captain Jose will be your guide, allowing you to benefit from years of knowledge and experience.

Species like Blackfin Tuna, Gray Triggerfish, Mutton Snapper, Snook, Bull Shark, Mangrove Snapper, Mahi Mahi, Gag Grouper, Cobia, Tarpon, Yellowfin Tuna, Wahoo, and more are in the cards, depending on when you go. On these trips, you can expect to troll and bottom fish using light or heavy tackle and live bait trolling (slow speed).

Families making a day of it will be glad to know that kids are welcome aboard! Be sure to ask if child-sized life vests are available, otherwise you should bring your own. Snacks are never a bad idea so that nobody gets grumpy on an empty belly!

Your vessel for the day is a 28' Bimini center console that can carry up to 4 passengers. It comes with downriggers and all the essentials no fishing machine can run without. Rods, reels, and tackle are provided, as well as lures. Live bait is available, but it's good to ask about this so you know if you'll be catching it yourself.

There's no need to buy a fishing license, just show up ready for some fishing! Some fish have special regulations, including when you can keep them. Your captain will help you follow regulations while you fish. You can't go wrong when you bring sunblock (non-spray), and sunglasses. Drinks will be available for you. Alcohol is not allowed.

Get in touch with Capt. Jose below and start planning your trip today!

Looking to catch some fish in Port Canaveral? Look no further than J Fishing Charters! Captain Jose will be your guide, allowing you to benefit from years of knowledge and experience.

Species like Blackfin Tuna, Gray Triggerfish, Mutton Snapper, Snook, Bull Shark, Mangrove Snapper, Mahi Mahi, Gag Grouper, Cobia, Tarpon, Yellowfin Tuna, Wahoo, and more are in the cards, depending on when you go. On these trips, you can expect to troll and bottom fish using light or heavy tackle and live bait trolling (slow speed).

Families making a day of it will be glad to know that kids are welcome aboard! Be sure to ask if child-sized life vests are available, otherwise you should bring your own. Snacks are never a bad idea so that nobody gets grumpy on an empty belly!

Your vessel for the day is a 28' Bimini center console that can carry up to 4 passengers. It comes with downriggers and all the essentials no fishing machine can run without. Rods, reels, and tackle are provided, as well as lures. Live bait is available, but it's good to ask about this so you know if you'll be catching it yourself.

There's no need to buy a fishing license, just show up ready for some fishing! Some fish have special regulations, including when you can keep them. Your captain will help you follow regulations while you fish. You can't go wrong when you bring sunblock (non-spray), and sunglasses. Drinks will be available for you. Alcohol is not allowed.

Get in touch with Capt. Jose below and start planning your trip today!

Jose Lopez
Captain
Jose Lopez
11 years of experience
ID & credentials verified
responds within an hour

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November 2026
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3 Hour Trip — Inshore
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
3 hour trip multiple starting times (7:00 AM, 8:00 AM, 12:00 PM, 1:00 PM, 2:00 PM)
Cobia
Jack Crevalle
Permit
Snook
+7
US $499
Entire boat: up to 4 people
4Hour Trip — Nearshore
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (7:00 AM, 12:00 PM)
Grouper (Goliath)
Jack Crevalle
Permit
Snook
+8
US $600
Entire boat: up to 4 people
5 Hours Deep sea trips
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Snook
Tarpon
+8
US $1,375
Entire boat: up to 4 people
6 hour deep sea offshore
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Snook
Tarpon
+7
US $1,450
Entire boat: up to 4 people
7 Hour trip deep sea
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
7 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Wahoo
+5
US $1,600
Entire boat: up to 4 people
8 Hour Trip — Offshore
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Sailfish
Wahoo
Grouper (Black)
+6
US $1,800
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Extended 10 hours trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
10 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Amberjack
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Snook
+7
US $2,000
Entire boat: up to 4 people

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Rating

4.9
98 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (392)

What anglers say

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

All reviews (98)

Frequently mentioned
Showing 1 – 5 of 98 reviews
George Wollaeger
George Wollaeger
us
Wisconsin, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
5 Hour Nearshore Trip
4Hour Trip — Nearshore - 12:00 PM on March 27, 2026 • 2 adults

Can’t think of a better spring break activity than going out and catching loads of fish. Captain Jose made that happen better than I imagined. From start to finish, we were nailing jacks, bluefish, redfish, black drum, ladyfish, and loads of fat snook(we literally lost count). I left my excursion physically exhausted from how much I fought these fish. Definately a lucky day to be out, but it also seemed like we caught more than the boats around us. Super clean and well kept boat with ample space for a small group. Jose seemed to know how to find us fish and that’s what I’m here for. He even cleaned some of the fish for us to finish off the day which was a great touch. Couldn’t be happier with my day on the water.

Reported catch:
Snook
Bluefish (Tailor)
Black Drum
Ladyfish
+1
Jose Lopez
Response from Captain

George, thank you so much for the amazing review! It was an absolute pleasure having you and your girlfriend out on the water for your spring break trip. What an incredible day we had — nonstop action with jacks, bluefish, redfish, black drum, ladyfish, and so many big SNOOK up to 40” we truly lost count! Those fish definitely gave both of you a workout, and I’m glad you got to experience just how exciting our nearshore fishing can be. I really appreciate your kind words about the boat and the trip. I always do my best to keep everything clean, comfortable, and most importantly put my guests on the fish. It means a lot to hear that it showed. Thank you again for fishing with J Fishing Charters, and I’d love to have you both back out again next time you’re in town for another action-packed trip! CAPTAIN J

Blake Stembridge
Blake Stembridge
Repeat angler
us
Georgia, US
Member since 2020
6 trips
5.0
Verified
Great last minute trip!
Half day INSHORE FISHING (copy) - 2:00 PM on November 26, 2025 • 3 adults

It was a last minute request. Captain was quick to respond and accepted the trip. I took 3 teenage boys with me and we had a great time! Captain did a great job by having some of us targeting Triple Tail and some fishing on the bottom. If the boys wanted some quick action they couks fish on the bottom, we were catching multiple species quickly. If the wanted to wait and try to catch a bigger targeted species they could. Captain was very patient and very busy keeping all the rods with bait in the water. We caught a Triple Tail, Snook, Jacks, Croakers (which we used as bait for snook), Whiting, Spainish Makerel and Lady Fish. One teenager had never caught a fish before. Highly recommend!

Reported catch:
Jack Crevalle
Snook
Jose Lopez
Response from Captain

Thank you so much for the amazing review, Blake!! I really appreciate you choosing us for your last-minute trip, and I’m glad I was able to respond quickly and get you and the boys out on the water. It was a fun group to have onboard, and you all made the day a great experience. I’m happy we were able to mix things up—having some of you targeting Triple Tail while the others fished the bottom kept the action steady and exciting. The boys did great, and I loved seeing everyone stay busy reeling in different species. And for those who wanted to wait for a bigger, targeted fish, they showed a lot of patience and it paid off! You all caught an awesome variety: Triple Tail, Snook, Jacks, Croakers (perfect bait for the snook!), Whiting, Spanish Mackerel, and Ladyfish. And a huge shout-out to the teenager who caught his very first fish ever—that’s the kind of moment that makes a trip truly special. Thank you again for the kind words and the strong recommendation. It means a lot. I’d be happy to have you all back anytime for another great day on the water. —Captain Jose 🎣🌊

Andrew Mostert
Andrew Mostert
gb
United Kingdom
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Unbelievably good trip!
3 Hour Trip — Inshore - 8:00 AM on November 17, 2025 • 2 adults

One of the best fishing experiences of my life. Me and my wife caught loads! King mackerel, cobia, snapper and grey trigger fish. We even took our snapper to Rusty's who will cook it for you after, highly recommend. Jose was a great captain, very fun, friendly and new the place inside out and kept our rods baited and ready at all times. His boat is top of the range, a good size to keep the ride smooth and fast and has all the gear and fish finders any captain can dream of. I had the best time ever, I'm already thinking about when I can come back. The trip was flawless, and great for whatever skill level you are, even my wife who hasn't fished much had a great time. Thank you J!

Reported catch:
Cobia
Mangrove Snapper
Jose Lopez
Response from Captain

Andrew & Karen, Thank you both so much for this amazing review! I’m really glad you had such an unforgettable day out on the water. You two fished like pros out there — those king mackerel, cobia, snapper and triggerfish kept us busy nonstop! Taking the snapper to Rusty’s was a perfect call too — nothing better than enjoying your fresh catch after a great trip. I’m happy you enjoyed the boat and the ride, and it was a pleasure keeping everything ready so you could just relax and have fun. Karen did awesome for not having fished much, and Andrew, your energy made the whole trip even better. I’d be thrilled to have you both back anytime — can’t wait for the next adventure! Captain J🎣🐟 Thank you again for choosing J Fishing Charters!

Donnie Hoffman
Donnie Hoffman
us
Maryland, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
J fishing charters,
3 Hour Trip — Inshore - 8:00 AM on March 22, 2026 • 3 adults

Awesome trip with captain Jose. Highly recommend. He put us on fish, a couple times all 4 of us were hooked up. very attentive to rebaiting or taking care of our lines when we broke off. Had plenty of live bait. He tried real hard to keep us on fish, we would move when the bite died off. Jose was more than willing to answer all our questions and take care of all our needs while out. We were fortunate in that while out fishing, we got to watch a rocket launch, that was awesome. Would highly recommend J fishing charters, we definitely will use them again when we come back.

Reported catch:
Jack Crevalle
Bluefish (Tailor)
Jose Lopez
Response from Captain

Donnie, thank you so much for the awesome review! It was a pleasure having you and your crew on board. Captain J I’m glad we were able to stay on the fish and get everyone hooked up—that’s what it’s all about! You guys did a great job out there, and I appreciate you recognizing the effort to keep lines in the water and the action going. Getting to watch a rocket launch while fishing is definitely a bonus we don’t get every day—that made it even more special! Thanks again for choosing J Fishing Charters, and I really look forward to having you back out on the water next time you’re in town! 🎣

Anton Mahne
Anton Mahne
us
Pennsylvania, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Great day on the water!
7 Hour trip deep sea on November 22, 2025 • 3 adults

Family fishing day and it was my daughter‘s first time deep sea fishing. We had an amazing time with Captain Jose! He is an experienced professional angler, definitely knows his stuff and knows where the fish are. We caught kings, mahi, triggers, seabass, and snapper (couldn’t keep it). Hooked in to a shark and had a nice fight. My daughter saw sea turtles, dolphins and especially loved the remora. Back at the marina, Captain Jose filleted and packaged our catch. Great day, great boat, great music!Thank you so much for such an amazing and memorable experience!

Reported catch:
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Red Snapper
Gray Triggerfish
Jose Lopez
Response from Captain

Anton, thank you so much for the awesome review! It was a great day on the water with you and your family, and I’m really happy your daughter enjoyed her first deep sea fishing experience — from the dolphins and turtles to her new remora friend! You all fished like pros, and we even limited out on kingfish with 8 nice ones, plus mahi, triggers, seabass, and that snapper (even if we couldn’t keep it). The shark fight was the cherry on top! I’m glad you enjoyed the boat, the music, and the whole experience. It truly was a memorable day for me as well. Thank you again, and I hope to see you all back out on the water soon! — Captain Jose 🎣🌊

FAQs about J Fishing Charters

J Fishing Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $499 per group - 3 Hour Trip — Inshore (3 hours)
  • US $499 per group - 3 Hour Trip — Inshore - 1:00 PM (3 hours)
  • US $499 per group - 3 Hour Trip — Inshore - 12:00 PM (3 hours)
  • US $499 per group - 3 Hour Trip — Inshore - 2:00 PM (3 hours)
  • US $499 per group - 3 Hour Trip — Inshore - 8:00 AM (3 hours)
  • US $600 per group - 4Hour Trip — Nearshore (4 hours)
  • US $600 per group - 4Hour Trip — Nearshore - 12:00 PM (4 hours)
  • US $1,375 per group - 5 Hours Deep sea trips (5 hours)
  • US $1,450 per group - 6 hour deep sea offshore (6 hours)
  • US $1,600 per group - 7 Hour trip deep sea (7 hours)
  • US $1,800 per group - 8 Hour Trip — Offshore (8 hours)
  • US $2,000 per group - Extended 10 hours trip (10 hours)
When you book a trip with J Fishing Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS 16" 12"and 9 "
  • Fishfinder Panoptix down view side 1KW
  • Live bait well 3 live wells
  • Radar Open ray 12KW
Trips booked with J Fishing Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (Yes live bait always included on the price of the trip )
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Yes cleaning fish it's included on the price and we got cleaning station by the boat ramp where fish get clean )
  • Drinks (Water and soda )
  • Fishing license (Yes fishing license included for all the guest )
J Fishing Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing (Snooks Reds Tarpon and more )
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing (Grouper Wahoo King Snappers )
  • Reef fishing (Cobia sailfish )
  • Wreck fishing (Amberjack Mangrove Snappers )
J Fishing Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Drift fishing
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with J Fishing Charters include:
  • Cobia
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Grouper (Gag)
  • Shark (Bull)
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snapper (Mutton)
  • Snook
  • Tarpon
  • Triggerfish (Gray)
  • Tuna (Blackfin)
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)
  • Wahoo

Your captain

Jose Lopez
Jose Lopez
Port Canaveral, Florida, United States
15 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
102 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since February 2024
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 offer really good days on the water, with a boat in mint condition with new electronics. We catch any fish that swim in the water and have great experience always trying to go for what's running, from inshore to offshore. We offer bottom fishing, trolling, deep drop, and more. The crew is bilingual, with more than 25 years of fishing on the East Coast of Florida.
Jose Lopez
Jose Lopez
Fully verified
Angler's Choice
15
reports
102
reviews
2024
member since
~1h
response
We offer really good days on the water, with a boat in mint condition with new electronics. We catch any fish that swim in the water and have great experience always trying to go for what's running, from inshore to offshore. We offer bottom fishing, trolling, deep drop, and more. The crew is bilingual, with more than 25 years of fishing on the East Coast of Florida.

The fish you can target

Cobia
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper
Bull Shark
Bull Shark
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Mutton Snapper
Mutton Snapper
Snook
Snook
Tarpon
Tarpon
Gray Triggerfish
Gray Triggerfish
Blackfin Tuna
Blackfin Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna
Wahoo
Wahoo
Cobia
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper
Bull Shark
Bull Shark
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper

Real catches by this captain

  • Family group proudly holding a large redfish aboard a center-console boat during an offshore fishing trip.
    Ryan M.
    Ryan M.
    Jose was very kind and helful. he helped both my kids reel in their fish.
  • Two anglers proudly displaying a large shark on a boat during a fishing trip, showcasing a successful catch in a vibrant marine environment.
    Fish 1
    Blacktip Shark
    Aaron V.
    Aaron V.
    the Captain was awesome. the fish were a little uncooperative but the captain never gave up and we had a good time
  • Three anglers proudly displaying their catch of Mahi Mahi and King Mackerel at Bluepoints Marina in Port Canaveral.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Mike G.
    Mike G.
    Captain jose was awesome!!! He got us on the fish, and he fished hard to make sure we were successful. We caught a bunch of fish. I would highly recommend Captain Jose
  • Group of anglers showcasing a large King Mackerel catch with additional fish displayed at Bluepoints Marina in Port Canaveral.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Dan S.
    Dan S.
    Great Captain and Great day of “catching.”. Will definitely fish with him again. Daughter snd boy friend had a memorable day. Thank You Captain Jose!
  • A young angler and an adult proudly display a large Snook while fishing on a boat, enjoying a sunny day on the water.
    Matt K.
    Matt K.
    Captain Jose was amazing to fish with, knew wher fish were and wasnt affraid to move on to the next spot when one went quiet. He worked hard to ensure we caught fish. boat and equipment was all top notch too
  • Angler holding a fish aboard a fishing charter boat, with additional fish arranged on the deck and a captain or guide nearby.
    Jermaine H.
    Jermaine H.
    Son turned 19 and he loves fishing, so what better trip. Captain Jose Lopez was awesome and attentive!!!
  • Two adult anglers proudly display a large grouper aboard an offshore fishing boat under sunny open-water conditions.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Gag Grouper
    Joseph K.
    Joseph K.
    captain jose and mate manny put in alot of work to make the day awsome. even though fishing was dead for mahi, wahoo, kingfish they brought us to a bunch of spots and caught a ton of snapper and a big grouper. 10/10 knowledgeable captain, nice gear, accommodating and great vibes all the way around.
  • A variety of fish including Mahi Mahi and King Mackerel displayed on a catch board, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    ? J Fishing Charters – Today’s Fishing Report ? Another great day on the water here out of Port Canaveral! Conditions were a little different depending on where we fished. The nearshore bite was slow, with fish being scattered and requiring some patience. But once we made the run offshore, the action completely changed! ? Offshore was on fire with an incredible mix of species: * ? Big Sailfish * ? Mahi-Mahi * ? King Mackerel * ? Bonita * ? Barracuda Watching our anglers battle and land a beautiful sailfish is always something special, and topping it off with mahi, kings, and plenty of action made for an unforgettable trip! Every day on the ocean is different, and today proved that making the run offshore was absolutely worth it. A huge thank you to today’s crew for trusting J Fishing Charters. We appreciate your support and can’t wait to have you back on board! ? Tight lines, and we’ll see you on the next adventure! ??
  • Two anglers proudly displaying a large Sailfish on a fishing charter, showcasing their successful catch in open waters.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +3
    Sailfish
    Joshua N.
    Joshua N.
    We had a blast out on the water with captain Jose and Jimmy! First bite of the day was a massive sail fish. it started the day off right and set the tone! we will be back!
  • Angler proudly displaying two large fish at the dock, enjoying a sunny day on the water.
    Fish 1
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Diana C.
    Diana C.
    i gave this trip to my husband and his buddies as a birthday gift and he had a fantastic time. the pictures were incredible and he said he would do it again! thanks to the captain for such a great experience!

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
28 ft
Year built
2017
Boat manufacturer
Bimini Boats
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Suzuki 2019
Powered by
2 x 200HP
Max cruising speed
48 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Drift Fishing
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
16" 12"and 9 "
Fishfinder
Panoptix down view side 1KW
Live bait well
3 live wells
Radar
Open ray 12KW
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Yes live bait always included on the price of the trip
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Yes cleaning fish it's included on the price and we got cleaning station by the boat ramp where fish get clean
Drinks
Water and soda
Fishing license
Yes fishing license included for all the guest

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 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
No less 5 years old
No alcohol
No hard liquior only beers and cans no glass
You keep catch
Only legal fish
Catch and release allowed
If custumer wants to relese no problem

How you can pay

Book with 30% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 30% 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
 PayPal

What’s biting in Port Canaveral right now

CobiaCobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Snapper (Mangrove)Snapper (Mangrove)
SnookSnook
TarponTarpon
Tuna (Blackfin)Tuna (Blackfin)
Tuna (Yellowfin)Tuna (Yellowfin)
WahooWahoo

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