Sweet Paradise Charters 

5.0
(24 reviews)
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State licensed
 1st Avenue North 300, Steinhatchee, FL 32359, United States

Sweet Paradise Charters 

Steinhatchee, FL, United States
24 ft
6
5.0
(24 reviews)

Sweet Paradise Charters invites you to the Speckle Trout and Scallop Capital of Florida. Find out what makes the fishing in Steinhatchee so unique. Your guide for the day is Captain Nile, with over 35 years of local experience in Steinhatchee and the big bend area

Speckled Trout, Redfish, Scallop, Cobia, Spanish Mackerel, Black Sea Bass, Flounder and more could be biting if you cast your line at the right time of year. You can plan to use light tackle with popping corks for these species of fish along with light tackle jigging

Capt. Nile will bring you aboard a roomy 24' Carolina Skiff with plenty of space for 2-4 fishing and up to 6 passengers for Scalloping. Plenty of seating and comfortable bean bags. It comes with enough cooler space for your favorite food and beverages. Water will be provided

Rods, reels, and tackle are included. Live bait is also included when needed.

The charter boat covers your fishing license, just show up ready for a good time! Be mindful that some species may have special rules or limited seasons. The skiff includes 2 children Life Jackets. Let the Captain know if more are needed

Capt. Nile also offers scallop trips, when in season. He’ll take you to the scallop grounds where folks often limit out on the best tasting shellfish that swims. Underwater cameras are recommended to enjoy the beauty that Steinhatchee waters has to offer. All masks and snorkles are included and you’re also ok to bring your own. We sanitize our equipment thoroughly after each trip. Sand bar trips are also included if time allows

It's recommended to bring a hat, sunglasses, bottled water, snacks, and sunblock (non-spray), spray on sunscreen isn’t allowed as it ruins electronic screens. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, only in cans (No Glass Bottles Allowed)

We can also accommodate large groups of folks as Captain Nile works with 4 other Captains who can accommodate anything needed to make a trip of a lifetime come true. Fish On!

Sweet Paradise Charters invites you to the Speckle Trout and Scallop Capital of Florida. Find out what makes the fishing in Steinhatchee so unique. Your guide for the day is Captain Nile, with over 35 years of local experience in Steinhatchee and the big bend area

Speckled Trout, Redfish, Scallop, Cobia, Spanish Mackerel, Black Sea Bass, Flounder and more could be biting if you cast your line at the right time of year. You can plan to use light tackle with popping corks for these species of fish along with light tackle jigging

Capt. Nile will bring you aboard a roomy 24' Carolina Skiff with plenty of space for 2-4 fishing and up to 6 passengers for Scalloping. Plenty of seating and comfortable bean bags. It comes with enough cooler space for your favorite food and beverages. Water will be provided

Rods, reels, and tackle are included. Live bait is also included when needed.

The charter boat covers your fishing license, just show up ready for a good time! Be mindful that some species may have special rules or limited seasons. The skiff includes 2 children Life Jackets. Let the Captain know if more are needed

Capt. Nile also offers scallop trips, when in season. He’ll take you to the scallop grounds where folks often limit out on the best tasting shellfish that swims. Underwater cameras are recommended to enjoy the beauty that Steinhatchee waters has to offer. All masks and snorkles are included and you’re also ok to bring your own. We sanitize our equipment thoroughly after each trip. Sand bar trips are also included if time allows

It's recommended to bring a hat, sunglasses, bottled water, snacks, and sunblock (non-spray), spray on sunscreen isn’t allowed as it ruins electronic screens. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, only in cans (No Glass Bottles Allowed)

We can also accommodate large groups of folks as Captain Nile works with 4 other Captains who can accommodate anything needed to make a trip of a lifetime come true. Fish On!

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Half Day Trip – Scalloping AM 2 PPL
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
3 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Jun 15 - Sep 7
Scallop
US $300
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Half Day Trip – Scalloping PM 2 PPL
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
3 hour trip starts at 1:00 PM
Seasonal trip
Jun 15 - Sep 7
Scallop
US $300
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Half Day Trip – Fishing (2 PPL MAX)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Sep 1 - May 31
Cobia
Seabass (Black)
Redfish
Spanish Mackerel
+2
US $450
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Half Day Trip – Scalloping 6 PPL AM
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Jun 15 - Sep 6
Scallop
US $450
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Half Day Trip – Scalloping 6 PPL PM
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 1:00 PM
Seasonal trip
Jun 15 - Sep 6
Scallop
US $450
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Half Day Trip – Fishing (3 PPL Max)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Sep 1 - May 31
Cobia
Seabass (Black)
Redfish
Spanish Mackerel
+2
US $500
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Half Day Trip – Fishing (4PPL Max)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Sep 1 - May 31
Cobia
Seabass (Black)
Redfish
Spanish Mackerel
+2
US $550
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Full Day Trip – Scalloping
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
7 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Jun 15 - Sep 6
Scallop
US $600
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Full Day Trip – Scalloping 6-24 PPL
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
7 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Jun 15 - Sep 6
Scallop
US $600
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Full Day – Scalloping/Fishing
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
7 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Jun 15 - Sep 6
Cobia
Redfish
Spanish Mackerel
Flounder
+2
US $650
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Full Day Trip – Fishing (2PPL Max)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
7 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Sep 1 - May 31
Cobia
Seabass (Black)
Redfish
Spanish Mackerel
+2
US $650
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Full Day Trip – Fishing (3PPl Max)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
7 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Sep 1 - May 31
Cobia
Seabass (Black)
Redfish
Spanish Mackerel
+2
US $700
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Full Day Trip – Fishing (4PPL Max)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
7 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Sep 1 - May 31
Cobia
Seabass (Black)
Redfish
Spanish Mackerel
+2
US $750
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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5.0
24 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
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Matthew Colson
Matthew Colson
us
Florida, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Best trip ever!
Full Day – Scalloping/Fishing on August 9, 20263 adults1 child

We had an absolutely exceptional experience with Sweet Paradise Charters and Captain Nile Bryant! From the moment we started our trip, Nile provided outstanding customer service and made sure everyone had a fantastic time. The scalloping and fishing were excellent, and Captain Nile’s knowledge, professionalism, and personality made the entire experience even better. He was patient, helpful, and made sure our family had everything we needed for a fun and memorable day on the water. If you’re looking for a family-friendly fishing and scalloping charter, I highly recommend Sweet Paradise Charters and Captain Nile Bryant. You truly won’t find a better experience! We made wonderful memories, had a great time, and are already looking forward to our next trip. Thank you, Captain Nile, for an all-around exceptional experience! We highly recommend Sweet Paradise Charters! 🎣🦪☀️🌊

Reported catch:
Scallop
Speckled Trout
Nile Bryant
Response from Captain

Thank you for choosing Sweet Paradise Charters! You have a great family and looking forward to seeing you guys again soon!!

JOSHUA SCOTT
JOSHUA SCOTT
us
Florida, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
An unforgettable family trip! Highly recommend Captain Nile!
Half Day Trip – Scalloping AM 2 PPL on July 5, 20262 adults1 child

We booked a half-day scalloping trip out of Steinhatchee with Captain Nile Bryant, and it was hands-down the highlight of our summer. My wife, 8-year-old son, and I had an incredible time, but what really set this experience apart was Captain Nile’s amazing hospitality. My son is a strong swimmer but struggled a bit with the scalloping technique at first. Captain Nile didn't skip a beat—he stayed right alongside the boat and coached him one-on-one with so much patience, care, and genuine encouragement until he completely got the hang of it. As a parent, I can’t thank him enough for that extra attention. To top it all off, we limited out in just 3 hours! We left with a full bucket of scallops and a full heart. If you want a guide who is not only great at finding the catch but also incredible with families, book Captain Nile. We will definitely be back!

Nile Bryant
Response from Captain

Joshua, thank you so much! You have a great family and glad that I could help you guys make them summertime memories! Looking forward to having all of you back soon!

Josh Weiss
Josh Weiss
Repeat angler
us
Tennessee, US
Member since 2022
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Perfect Trip!
Full Day – Scalloping/Fishing on June 21, 20262 adults3 children

As my family has said, this was the the best part of our Florida vacation this year. We made a short 2 day visit to Steinhatchee to go on a 7 hour fish/scalloping trip with Captain Nile, who I highly recommend to anyone looking for the same experience out if Steinhatchee. He was extremely patient with the kids. Our daughter 10 yrs old out fished us all catching 19 fish. Scalloping was perfect and for first timers the kids did a fantastic job and we were able to limit out. I have used many guides out if Steinhatchee in years past and I can honestly say Nile is the best.

Reported catch:
Flounder
Scallop
Speckled Trout
Nile Bryant
Response from Captain

Thanks Josh, it was a blast! You have a Great Family and looking forward to seeing you guys again in the Fall for some Steinhatchee Winter Fishing.

Brooke Watson
Brooke Watson
us
Florida, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Making Memories
Half Day Trip – Scalloping 6 PPL PM on August 8, 20263 adults

Our family went for our first scalloping experience and Captain Nile made sure it was a good one. From a comfortable boat with all the equipment we needed to his fun, laid back character. He took us to some amazing spots and not only did we reach our limit in no time but we also got to see some other amazing creatures; horseshoe crabs, urchin, starfish, and some beautiful sponges and coral. It was an experience our family will never forget and will look forward to doing again with Captain Nile.

Reported catch:
Scallop
Nile Bryant
Response from Captain

Thank you so much Brooke! You have a great family and looking forward to having you guys again!!

Ian Robinson
Ian Robinson
Repeat angler
us
Georgia, US
Member since 2024
6 trips
5.0
Verified
Book with this guy now!
Half Day Trip – Fishing (2 PPL MAX) on May 11, 20263 adults

If I could give Captain Nile 6 stars I would. Had an amazing day out. Great conversation. Great boat. Caught our limit of trout by 10:30am and then went to hunt other species. I would 110% recommend booking with this guy if youre coming down to Steinhatchee. Super professional and extremely knowledgeable. Thanks Captain

Reported catch:
Black Seabass
Redfish
Spanish Mackerel
Flounder
+1
Nile Bryant
Response from Captain

Thanks Ian and had a blast with you guys! Hope that we get to do it again soon! I’ll reach out in the fall for some winter time fishing Steinhatchee style! Safe Travels!!

FAQs about Sweet Paradise Charters

Sweet Paradise Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $300 per group - Half Day Trip – Scalloping AM 2 PPL (3 hours)
  • US $300 per group - Half Day Trip – Scalloping PM 2 PPL (3 hours)
  • US $450 per group - Half Day Trip – Fishing (2 PPL MAX) (5 hours)
  • US $450 per group - Half Day Trip – Scalloping 6 PPL AM (4 hours)
  • US $450 per group - Half Day Trip – Scalloping 6 PPL PM (4 hours)
  • US $500 per group - Half Day Trip – Fishing (3 PPL Max) (5 hours)
  • US $550 per group - Half Day Trip – Fishing (4PPL Max) (5 hours)
  • US $600 per group - Full Day Trip – Scalloping (7 hours)
  • US $600 per group - Full Day Trip – Scalloping 6-24 PPL (7 hours)
  • US $650 per group - Full Day – Scalloping/Fishing (7 hours)
  • US $650 per group - Full Day Trip – Fishing (2PPL Max) (7 hours)
  • US $700 per group - Full Day Trip – Fishing (3PPl Max) (7 hours)
  • US $750 per group - Full Day Trip – Fishing (4PPL Max) (7 hours)
When you book a trip with Sweet Paradise Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Snorkeling equipment Mask, Snorkle, Scallop Bag and Bucket included
  • Live bait well
  • Wireless trolling motor
  • Ice box Cooler provided for your drinks and snacks
Trips booked with Sweet Paradise Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (Live Shrimp available )
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Catch cleaned and packed in ziplock bags included )
  • Drinks (Bottled water provided )
  • Fishing license (License Covered for up to 6 people )
Sweet Paradise Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Flats fishing
  • Backcountry fishing (When tides allow )
Sweet Paradise Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle (6-7ft Rods Medium Light Fast )
  • Spinning (Spinning Reels )
  • Jigging (Flukes, Soft Baits )
  • Popping (Popping Corks )
  • Drift fishing (Drifting for Speckle Trout and Red Fish )
Top targeted fish species with Sweet Paradise Charters include:
  • Cobia
  • Flounder
  • Redfish
  • Scallop
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Speckled Trout

Your captain

Nile Bryant
Nile Bryant

Steinhatchee, Florida, United States

90 Fishing Reports
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Member since May 2025
Angler's Choice

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Captain Nile runs a 24ft Carolina Skiff that gets you up close to the big ones. Steinhatchee is known to be the Speckle Trout Capital of Florida and he'll show you how to catch these on light tackle on the clear water flats. He's been fishing these area waters since he was a kid with his Dad and can't wait to get you out on the water making memories. Fish on!

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Captain Nile runs a 24ft Carolina Skiff that gets you up close to the big ones. Steinhatchee is known to be the Speckle Trout Capital of Florida and he'll show you how to catch these on light tackle on the clear water flats. He's been fishing these area waters since he was a kid with his Dad and can't wait to get you out on the water making memories. Fish on!
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The fish you can target

Cobia
Cobia
Flounder
Flounder
Redfish
Redfish
Scallop
Scallop
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Cobia
Cobia
Flounder
Flounder
Redfish
Redfish
Scallop
Scallop
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel

Real catches by this captain

  • Perfect Trip!
    Josh W.
    Josh W.
  • Only negative about the charter was info requested of me was not communicated to the charter captain which cased anxs
    Danny D.
    Danny D.
  • Book with this guy now!
    Ian R.
    Ian R.
  • Captain Nile is great. Amazing trip.
    Michael L.
    Michael L.
  • Great Trip
    Matthew V.
    Matthew V.
  • Best to e ever
    Tammy K.
    Tammy K.

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Skiffs and flats boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
24 ft
Year built
2005
Restored in
2023
Boat manufacturer
Carolina Skiff
Boat type
Flats boat
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 200HP
Max cruising speed
32 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing
When tides allow

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
6-7ft Rods Medium Light Fast
Spinning
Spinning Reels
Jigging
Flukes, Soft Baits
Popping
Popping Corks
Drift Fishing
Drifting for Speckle Trout and Red Fish

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Snorkeling equipment
Mask, Snorkle, Scallop Bag and Bucket included
Live bait well
Wireless trolling motor
Ice box
Cooler provided for your drinks and snacks
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Live Shrimp available
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Catch cleaned and packed in ziplock bags included
Drinks
Bottled water provided
Fishing license
License Covered for up to 6 people

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 included in price
Transfer from hotels or jetties in Steinhatchee to departure site is available and included in trip rates.
Child friendly
Childen are always welcome.
You keep catch

How you can 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

What’s biting in Steinhatchee right now

CobiaCobia
FlounderFlounder
RedfishRedfish
ScallopScallop
Spanish MackerelSpanish Mackerel
Speckled TroutSpeckled Trout

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