Icy Hot Fishing Charters
Book your next trip with Icy Hot Fishing Charters and find out what makes the fishing in Palmetto so unique. Your guide for the day is Captain James, offering their sportfishing experience.
Local species include Amberjack, Cobia, Flounder, Gag Grouper, Red Grouper, Hogfish, Jack Crevalle, Redfish, Sheepshead, Mangrove Snapper, Red Snapper, Snook, and more, depending on conditions. You can expect to do some light tackle fishing, trolling, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area.
If you're traveling with the family, you will be glad to know that kids are welcome aboard! Children must wear life vests, so find out if the appropriate size is available on board. Customers are encouraged to bring snacks so that everyone stays happy and energized!
Capt. James runs a 26' Robalo Cayman 246 bay boat with space for 4 passengers. It has everything you need for a productive day on the water. Capt. James will supply rods and reels for you, along with lures. Live bait is available, but be sure to ask about it so you know if you'll be catching it yourself.
The charter boat covers your fishing license, so all you have to do is show up ready for a good time! Some fish have special regulations, including when you can keep them. If you don't know what to expect, ask the captain.
It's never a bad idea to bring sunglasses, a hat, long sleeve is recommended, Capt. James provided cooler of ice and bottled water. Drinks will be available for you. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but try to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.
Get in touch with Capt.James below and start planning your trip today!
Book your next trip with Icy Hot Fishing Charters and find out what makes the fishing in Palmetto so unique. Your guide for the day is Captain James, offering their sportfishing experience.
Local species include Amberjack, Cobia, Flounder, Gag Grouper, Red Grouper, Hogfish, Jack Crevalle, Redfish, Sheepshead, Mangrove Snapper, Red Snapper, Snook, and more, depending on conditions. You can expect to do some light tackle fishing, trolling, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area.
If you're traveling with the family, you will be glad to know that kids are welcome aboard! Children must wear life vests, so find out if the appropriate size is available on board. Customers are encouraged to bring snacks so that everyone stays happy and energized!
Capt. James runs a 26' Robalo Cayman 246 bay boat with space for 4 passengers. It has everything you need for a productive day on the water. Capt. James will supply rods and reels for you, along with lures. Live bait is available, but be sure to ask about it so you know if you'll be catching it yourself.
The charter boat covers your fishing license, so all you have to do is show up ready for a good time! Some fish have special regulations, including when you can keep them. If you don't know what to expect, ask the captain.
It's never a bad idea to bring sunglasses, a hat, long sleeve is recommended, Capt. James provided cooler of ice and bottled water. Drinks will be available for you. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but try to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.
Get in touch with Capt.James below and start planning your trip today!
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Olivia Osterman5.0Half day with Captain Vass
6 Hour Trip – Inshore on March 21, 2026A skilled man like Captain Vass knows the waters like the back of his hand, finding the best fishing spots and keeping everyone safe and comfortable. He is patient with beginners, encouraging with seasoned anglers, and always ready with tips to help you land the big one. He also brings positive energy, shares stories, and makes sure everyone is having fun—from the first cast to the ride back to the dock. I enjoyed my trip with Captain Vass it was my first time fishing and he taught me how to fish and I came home with many memories and photos I will cherish forever thanks to Captain Vass for allowing me to have this wonderful experience, I will always remember! I will definitely be booming with Icy Hot Charters in the near future!
Mandy Downs5.0Half day w Captian Vass
4 Hour Trip – Inshore on April 11, 2026Captain Vass was very kind, patient and knowledgeable about fishing. My family and I enjoyed a beautiful day on the water and enjoyed catching fish. We will definitely be booking another trip. I highly recommend Icy Hot fishing Charters.
Alexis Tribble5.0July fishing trip
6 Hour Trip – Inshore on July 23, 2025- Avel JuarezRepeat angler5.0
Half day trip
6 Hour Trip – Inshore on January 15, 2026We had a great time and the Captain was super nice and knowledgeable guy. We did a few trips with him and plan on more in the future.
Tamara Schroeder5.0Wet lines, fish tails and great memories
6 Hour Trip – Inshore on October 4, 2025Nothing better than a beautiful day out on the bay. James shows professionalism and is highly knowledgeable when it comes to life on the water. From launching the boat as the sun rises, to ending our day, there was never a time that we weren't catching fish. Snook, reds, trout and grouper, the lines stayed wet the whole time. I look forward to my next trip with Captain James Vass.
FAQs about Icy Hot Fishing Charters
- US $300 per group - 4 Hr Birdwatching (3 hours)
- US $300 per group - 4 Hr Dolphin Tour (4 hours)
- US $300 per group - 4 Hr Sandbar Tour (4 hours)
- US $300 per group - 4 Hr Sunset Cruise (4 hours)
- US $500 per group - 6 Hr Birdwatching (6 hours)
- US $500 per group - 6 Hr Dolphin Tour (6 hours)
- US $500 per group - 6 Hr Sandbar Tour (6 hours)
- US $500 per group - 6 Hr Sunset Cruise (8 hours)
- US $550 per group - 4 Hr inshore (4 hours)
- US $750 per group - 6 Hr Inshore (6 hours)
- US $800 per group - 6 Hr Trip – Nearshore (6 hours)
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Live bait well
- Multimedia system
- Wireless trolling motor
- Ice box
- Radar
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Live bait (shrimp, white bait, pin fish)
- Lures
- Catch cleaning & filleting (yes i clean your catch)
- Drinks (I provide full cooler of ice and waters for trip)
- Fishing license (all fishing license is provided by the Captain)
- River fishing
- Inshore fishing
- Nearshore fishing
- Offshore fishing
- Reef fishing
- Wreck fishing
- Flats fishing
- Backcountry fishing
- Light tackle
- Heavy tackle
- Bottom fishing
- Trolling
- Deep sea fishing
- Amberjack
- Cobia
- Flounder
- Grouper (Gag)
- Grouper (Red)
- Hogfish
- Jack Crevalle
- Redfish
- Sheepshead
- Snapper (Mangrove)
- Snapper (Red)
- Snook
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Amberjack
Cobia
Grouper (Gag)
Grouper (Red)
Hogfish
Jack Crevalle
Redfish
Sheepshead
Snapper (Red)
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