Fly Guys Charters 

4.9
(9 reviews)
 
State licensed
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Veteran Owned
 8650 Cedar Point Road, Jacksonville, FL 32226, United States

Fly Guys Charters 

Jacksonville, FL, United States
18 ft
2
4.9
(9 reviews)

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Make some memories in Jacksonville and go fishing with Fly Guys Charters. Your guide for the day is Captain Marshall, giving you access to years of angling experience.

These waters are known for Spotted Seatrout, Redfish, Flounder, Whiting, Jack Crevalle, Bluefish, and more – with any luck, you'll hook into a few!

During the trip you might be spinning, or maybe something more specialized in this area. Capt. Matthew also offers fly fishing, and you do not need to bring your own fly gear. For the more adventurous among you, there's bowfishing.

Young ones are welcome, 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. Feel free to bring your own snacks to ward off any mid-trip fatigue!

Your vessel for the day is a 18' Xplor skiff with room for 3 passengers. It has everything you need for a productive day on the water. Rods, reels, and tackle are provided, along with lures. Live bait is available, but be sure to request it prior to your trip, so that we will not waste time catching it during your charter!

The charter boat covers your fishing license, so all you have to do is look forward to your trip! Some fish have special regulations, including when you can keep them. If you don't know what to expect, ask the captain.

Don't forget to bring sunglasses, bottled water, and sunscreen (non-spray). There will be free water included, but let the captain know if you wish to bring your own. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but try to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles. There will be some light snacks provided on board.

How often would you rather be fishing? Go on and turn that day dream into a reality, with Fly Guys Charters.

Make some memories in Jacksonville and go fishing with Fly Guys Charters. Your guide for the day is Captain Marshall, giving you access to years of angling experience.

These waters are known for Spotted Seatrout, Redfish, Flounder, Whiting, Jack Crevalle, Bluefish, and more – with any luck, you'll hook into a few!

During the trip you might be spinning, or maybe something more specialized in this area. Capt. Matthew also offers fly fishing, and you do not need to bring your own fly gear. For the more adventurous among you, there's bowfishing.

Young ones are welcome, 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. Feel free to bring your own snacks to ward off any mid-trip fatigue!

Your vessel for the day is a 18' Xplor skiff with room for 3 passengers. It has everything you need for a productive day on the water. Rods, reels, and tackle are provided, along with lures. Live bait is available, but be sure to request it prior to your trip, so that we will not waste time catching it during your charter!

The charter boat covers your fishing license, so all you have to do is look forward to your trip! Some fish have special regulations, including when you can keep them. If you don't know what to expect, ask the captain.

Don't forget to bring sunglasses, bottled water, and sunscreen (non-spray). There will be free water included, but let the captain know if you wish to bring your own. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but try to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles. There will be some light snacks provided on board.

How often would you rather be fishing? Go on and turn that day dream into a reality, with Fly Guys Charters.

Matthew Smith
Captain
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4 Hour Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Jack Crevalle
Bluefish (Tailor)
Redfish
Flounder
+2
US $400
Entire boat: 2 people
5 Hour Trip – Night/Bowfishing
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 7:00 PM
Redfish
Flounder
Sheepshead
Speckled Trout
US $450
Entire boat: 2 people
7 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
7 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Jack Crevalle
Bluefish (Tailor)
Redfish
Flounder
+2
US $550
Entire boat: 2 people
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Rating

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

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Patrick Crowe
Patrick Crowe
us
Kentucky, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Fly Guys fishing Charter delivered on everything He said. 36” Redfish, about 35 fish of 3 species.
4 Hour Trip (AM) on November 2, 20251 adult

I would definitely recommend this trip. I am a 41 yr old man, from Kentucky, that came down and wanted to experience Florida fishing. Fly Guys delivered, for sure. I caught about 35 fish, a bunch of the 3 different fish, but most exciting was the 36” Red fish that gave me the fight of my life, so far.

Reported catch:
Redfish
Speckled Trout
Flounder
Matthew Smith
Response from Captain

thank you very much sir, i had a blast and am glad you did as well!

Sarah Cochran
Sarah Cochran
us
Georgia, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Awesome fishing trip!
4 Hour Trip (AM) on May 31, 20252 adults

My husband and I are out of town from Savannah and we love to fish, just don't get the chance to go by ourselves without our two small children. We had an absolute blast fishing with fly guys charters. He knew the area so perfectly and every spot he suggested, the fish were biting. My husband caught an awesome sized flounder, black drum, and croaker to keep and i caught a red drum. When we got back to shore, he even filleted the fish and bagged them up for us to take home! We will definitely be taking another trip with him when we come back down to JAX. Thanks for an awesome trip!

Reported catch:
Redfish
Flounder
FishingBooker Member
FishingBooker Member
Member since 2024
5.0
Half day trip with Captain Smith!
4 Hour Trip (AM) on November 9, 2024

I'm normally don't go out fishing and originally only went out on the trip to spend time with some friends; however, Captain Smith, who goes by Marshal, made me change my mind about going on fishing trips. He provided all the needed gear and was very knowledgeable of the area we were in. He knew where to go to catch the fish and was able to ensure we all had a great time. This is the only way I'll go out fishing now. I'm already planning my next outing. I will be using Marshal from now on.

Reported catch:
Redfish
Matthew Smith
Response from Captain

So glad yall had a good time! Looking forward to our next trip out! 🫡

Michael Watts
Michael Watts
us
Kentucky, US
Member since 2025
4.3
Verified
Fly guys fishing.
4 Hour Trip (AM) on June 1, 20252 adults

Our experience was a fun day filled with learning new techniques. However, we failed to land any fish due to our lack of experience using fly equipment. Matthew was a great guide and worked hard to get us on fish. It just wasn't our day. I would definitely book this trip again and feel like we would have much better success using what we learned. Matthew, was a lot of fun to hang out with and was an awesome teacher.

Hillis Kopecky
Hillis Kopecky
us
Georgia, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Great day on the water.
4 Hour Trip (AM) on March 14, 20253 adults

Got us where we needed to be and was able to accommodate for multiple fishing styles. Very knowledgeable about the area and clearly knows what he’s doing. Cannot recommend enough.

Reported catch:
Flounder
Redfish
Speckled Trout
Bluefish (Tailor)

FAQs about Fly Guys Charters

Fly Guys Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $400 per group - 4 Hour Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $450 per group - 5 Hour Trip – Night/Bowfishing (5 hours)
  • US $550 per group - 7 Hour Trip (7 hours)
When you book a trip with Fly Guys Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Wireless trolling motor
Trips booked with Fly Guys Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (Live bait is provided as part of the cost of the trip, but please request it before we are supposed to meet at the dock.)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Fish Cleaning is an option, just let me know when we get back to the dock.)
  • Snacks (Please bring your own snacks)
  • Drinks (Bottled water is included on the trip as a part of the cost)
  • Fishing license (You do not need a fishing license to come on this trip, my license covers anyone on the boat)
  • Fly fishing equipment
Fly Guys Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • River fishing (The outlet of the St. Johns river is the only section of river that I provide charters in)
  • Inshore fishing
  • Flats fishing
  • Backcountry fishing
Fly Guys Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Spinning
  • Fly fishing
  • Bowfishing
Top targeted fish species with Fly Guys Charters include:
  • Flounder
  • Jack Crevalle
  • Redfish
  • Speckled Trout

Your captain

Matthew Smith
Matthew Smith

Jacksonville, Florida, United States

13 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
9 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since October 2024

Operating a 18' Xplor Boatworks Skiff, Capt. Matthew ensures a comfortable fishing experience in the waters of Jacksonville, Florida. Keep your eyes peeled for Redfish, Flounder and Spotted Sea-Trout as you try your hand at spinning, fly fishing, and more. For special requests, such as bow fishing, message Capt. Matthew.

Matthew Smith
Matthew Smith
Fully verified
US veteran
13
reports
9
reviews
2024
member since
~1h
response
Operating a 18' Xplor Boatworks Skiff, Capt. Matthew ensures a comfortable fishing experience in the waters of Jacksonville, Florida. Keep your eyes peeled for Redfish, Flounder and Spotted Sea-Trout as you try your hand at spinning, fly fishing, and more. For special requests, such as bow fishing, message Capt. Matthew.

The fish you can target

Flounder
Flounder
Jack Crevalle
Jack Crevalle
Redfish
Redfish
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Flounder
Flounder
Jack Crevalle
Jack Crevalle
Redfish
Redfish
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout

Real catches by this captain

  • Fly Guys fishing Charter delivered on everything He said. 36” Redfish, about 35 fish of 3 species.
    Patrick C.
    Patrick C.
  • Great trip!
    Sean M.
    Sean M.
  • Awesome fishing trip!
    Sarah C.
    Sarah C.
  • Great day on the water.
    Hillis K.
    Hillis K.

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Skiffs and flats boats
Capacity
2 persons
Boat length
18 ft
Year built
2024
Boat manufacturer
Xplor Boatworks
Boat type
Skiff
Engine model
Mercury
Powered by
1 x 50HP
Max cruising speed
30 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

River Fishing
The outlet of the St. Johns river is the only section of river that I provide charters in
Inshore Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Spinning
Fly Fishing
Bowfishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Wireless trolling motor
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Live bait is provided as part of the cost of the trip, but please request it before we are supposed to meet at the dock.
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Fish Cleaning is an option, just let me know when we get back to the dock.
Snacks
Please bring your own snacks
Drinks
Bottled water is included on the trip as a part of the cost
Fishing license
You do not need a fishing license to come on this trip, my license covers anyone on the boat
Fly fishing equipment

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.

More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup agreed upon reservation

Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.

Child friendly
Children are welcome on all trips, but please ensure they have a properly fitted life vest, as it is a coast guard requirement that they be wearing one at all times
You keep catch
certain species
Catch and release allowed
' Required for certain species

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 25% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 25% 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

What’s biting in Jacksonville right now

Jack CrevalleJack Crevalle
RedfishRedfish
Speckled TroutSpeckled Trout

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