Lanier Premier Charters 

4.8/5 (16 reviews)
  Recent reports
 9300 Vanns Tavern Road, Gainesville, GA 30506, United States

Excited to catch some fish on Lake Lanier!  Lanier Premier Charters is your ticket! With Captain Shawn at the helm, you’re in knowledgeable and experienced hands.

These waters are known for Striped Bass, and more – with any luck, it won’t be long before "Fish on!" Depending on the fish you’re after, you may find yourself spinning, trolling, jigging, or maybe something more specialized in this area.

Lanier Premier Charters is a kid-friendly charter service, so go ahead and bring the whole family along! Be sure to ask if child-sized life vests are available, otherwise you should bring your own. And, you can’t go wrong with snacks to stay fueled throughout your trip!

You’ll be fishing aboard a 27’ Robalo center console that can carry up to 6 passengers. It has everything you need for a productive day on the water. There’s a toilet on board for your convenience. Rods, reels, and tackle are provided, along with lures and live bait.

Before coming aboard, it will be necessary to buy a local fishing license for everyone in your group. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain. Some species may be off-limits or require a special tag, so make sure you know what to expect.

It’s recommended to bring sunscreen (non-spray), sunglasses, and bottled water. Alcohol is allowed in moderation.

And that’s it! Your fishing trip with Lanier Premier Charters is just a click away.

Shawn Maschmeier

Captain

Shawn Maschmeier

 ID & credentials verified
 responds within an hour

Highlights

 Live Bait
 Pickup Included
 Toilet
 Child Friendly
 Rods, reels & tackle

Plan your trip

Trip Date:
Days:
Group Size:
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Corporate Charter – Custom
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
Price for up to 6 people
US $500 
Half Day Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
Price for up to 6 people
US $500 
Half Day Trip (PM)
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 3:00 PM
Price for up to 6 people
US $500 
Full Day Trip – Custom
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
Price for up to 6 people
US $1,000 

Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.8/5
out of 5 stars from 16 reviews
Boat
5.0/5
Crew
4.9/5
Experience
4.6/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (16)

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Angler rating

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Anglers claimed

Good experience

90%

Appropriate for children

100%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

94%

Caught fish

81%

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Jason S.
Jason S.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Fun Fishing Machine

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Half Day Trip (AM) on June 25, 2025

Shawn was able to put us on fish on one of the Hottest days of the year. He had the right experiences to offer my young daughters, wife, 80 year old father, and my 17 year old nephew on the same boat at the same time. Appreciate you Captain for keeping your head on a swivel to ensure our safety and having fun.

Shawn was able to put us on fish on one of the Hottest days of the year. He had the right experiences to offer my young daughters, wife, 80 year old father, and my 17 year old nephew on the same boat at the same time. Appreciate you Captain for keeping your head on a swivel to ensure our safety and having fun.  

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 Jason S. recommends Lanier Premier Charters
Shawn Maschmeier
Shawn Maschmeier (The Captain)
Replied on July 2, 2025
What a great trip we had. Absolutely loved fishing with these folks. This was a fishing family!!!

Sterling B.
Sterling B.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Captain Shawn was Top Tier!

VERIFIED

Half Day Trip (AM) on October 11, 2024

Our trip with Captain Shawn was awesome! We did a morning 4 hour trip and it was beautiful seeing the sunrise on the cool waters. He was very communicative and made sure we knew what to expect and what we needed to bring. On the boat, He informed us about the boat and all the equipment he used to find and catch fish. He helped us cast our lines teaching us new ways to lure in fish. Even though it was a tough time to find fish on Lake Lanier, he tried everything he could and we managed to catch a few fish! Definitely recommend Captain Shawn with Lanier Premiere Charters!

Our trip with Captain Shawn was awesome! We did a morning 4 hour trip and it was beautiful seeing the sunrise on the cool waters. He was very communicative and made sure we knew what to expect and what we needed to bring. On the boat, He informed us about the boat and all the equipment he used to find and catch fish. He helped us cast our lines teaching us new ways to lure in fish. Even though it was a tough time to find fish on Lake Lanier, he tried everything he could and we managed to catch...  

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 Sterling B. recommends Lanier Premier Charters
Shawn Maschmeier
Shawn Maschmeier (The Captain)
Replied on October 13, 2024
Thank you and your wonderful family! Appreciate your business.

Peta C.
Peta C.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Relaxing Trip on the Lake

VERIFIED

Half Day Trip (PM) on October 13, 2024

We had a fantastic and relaxing trip on Lake Lanier. The weather was perfect, and the scenery was absolutely beautiful. Our family of five, including a toddler, had a great time fishing, and we were excited to catch several spotted bass. Shawn was kind and helpful, providing us with plenty of information about the lake and surrounding areas, which made our experience even better. It was a memorable day on the water, and we can't wait to return!

We had a fantastic and relaxing trip on Lake Lanier. The weather was perfect, and the scenery was absolutely beautiful. Our family of five, including a toddler, had a great time fishing, and we were excited to catch several spotted bass. Shawn was kind and helpful, providing us with plenty of information about the lake and surrounding areas, which made our experience even better. It was a memorable day on the water, and we can't wait to return!  

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 Peta C. recommends Lanier Premier Charters
Shawn Maschmeier
Shawn Maschmeier (The Captain)
Replied on October 15, 2024
Thank You for a memorable trip with your amazing family.

Wayne L.
Wayne L.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great Memories on a beautiful day

VERIFIED

Half Day Trip (PM) on May 17, 2025

Shawn was awesome. There were 6 of us and there was tons of room. Shawn was a great communicator and made us comfortable from the start. Would totally choose him again.

Shawn was awesome. There were 6 of us and there was tons of room. Shawn was a great communicator and made us comfortable from the start. Would totally choose him again.  

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 Wayne L. recommends Lanier Premier Charters

Steven H.
Steven H.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great experience

VERIFIED

Half Day Trip (AM) on May 30, 2025

Highly recommend Lanier Premier Charters. Captain Shawn helped us catch several fish and shared a lot of interesting information regarding the lake.

Highly recommend Lanier Premier Charters. Captain Shawn helped us catch several fish and shared a lot of interesting information regarding the lake.  

 Steven H. recommends Lanier Premier Charters
Shawn Maschmeier
Shawn Maschmeier (The Captain)
Replied on July 2, 2025
Had a blast with this crew. Hope to get to fish with them again.

FAQs about Lanier Premier Charters

What are the trip rates for Lanier Premier Charters?

Lanier Premier Charters offers the following trips to customers:

  • US $500 per group - Corporate Charter – Custom (4 hours)
  • US $500 per group - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $500 per group - Half Day Trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $1,000 per group - Full Day Trip – Custom (8 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Lanier Premier Charters?

When you book a trip with Lanier Premier Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:

  • Toilet
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Wireless Trolling Motor
What's included in the trip price with Lanier Premier Charters?

Trips booked with Lanier Premier Charters include:

  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
What types of fishing does Lanier Premier Charters offer?

Lanier Premier Charters offers the following type of fishing:

  • Lake Fishing
What fishing techniques does Lanier Premier Charters offer?

Lanier Premier Charters offers the following fishing techniques:

  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
Which fish species can I catch with Lanier Premier Charters?

Top targeted fish species with Lanier Premier Charters include:

  • Bass (Striped)

Meet your captain

Shawn Maschmeier

Gainesville, Georgia, United States

3 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
16 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since April 2024

Operating a 27' Robalo Center console, Capt. Shawn ensures a comfortable fishing experience in the waters of Gainesville, Georgia. Keep your eyes peeled for Striped Bass as you try your hand at spinning, trolling, jigging, and more. The only way to learn is to join them on the water.

Fish you can target

Striped Bass
Striped Bass

Your boat

Boat Image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
27 ft
Year built
2022
Boat manufacturer
Robalo
Boat type
Center console

Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 425HP

Where you can fish

Lake Fishing

How you can fish

Light Tackle

Heavy Tackle

Trolling

Spinning

Jigging

What's on board

Toilet

GPS

Fishfinder

Live Bait Well

Wireless Trolling Motor

Included in the price

Rods, reels & tackle

Live Bait

Lures

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 1 day prior to trip

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.

Listing policies

Pickup included in price

Transfer from hotels or jetties in Gainesville to departure site is available and included in trip rates.

Child Friendly

No Smoking

Catch and Release Allowed

Proffered method to perpetuate the species

How to pay

Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% 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

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