Knotty Sea Fishing Charters 

3.5/5 (2 reviews)
 6359 Heckscher Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32226, United States

Knotty Sea Fishing Charters 

Jacksonville, FL, United States
27 ft
6
3.5/5 (2 reviews)

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Hoping to go fishing? That's what Knotty Sea Fishing Charters is here for! Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain Michael is prepared to put you on fish.

Depending on the season, you might hook into Redfish, Rainbow Trout, Spotted Seatrout, Mangrove Snapper, Tarpon, Snook, Jack Crevalle, Bluefish, Flounder, Sheepshead, Wahoo, Kingfish, Cobia, Amberjack, Grouper, and whatever else is biting. Depending on the species you’re after, you may find yourself light tackle fishing, popping, jigging, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area.

Your trip begins aboard a 27' Sportcraft with capacity for 6 passengers. It has downriggers and all the essentials. Capt. Michael will supply rods and reels for you, as well as lures. Live bait is on offer, but you should ask the captain whether you'll be catching it yourself.

There's no need to buy a fishing license, so all you have to do is show up ready for a good time! Keep in mind that you may release some fish due to regulations. Your captain will help you follow regulations while you fish.

You can't go wrong when you bring sunblock (non-spray), a hat, bottled water, and sunglasses. If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation; just be sure to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

Knotty Sea Fishing Charters will make it easy for you to go fishing, so how about booking that trip?

Hoping to go fishing? That's what Knotty Sea Fishing Charters is here for! Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain Michael is prepared to put you on fish.

Depending on the season, you might hook into Redfish, Rainbow Trout, Spotted Seatrout, Mangrove Snapper, Tarpon, Snook, Jack Crevalle, Bluefish, Flounder, Sheepshead, Wahoo, Kingfish, Cobia, Amberjack, Grouper, and whatever else is biting. Depending on the species you’re after, you may find yourself light tackle fishing, popping, jigging, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area.

Your trip begins aboard a 27' Sportcraft with capacity for 6 passengers. It has downriggers and all the essentials. Capt. Michael will supply rods and reels for you, as well as lures. Live bait is on offer, but you should ask the captain whether you'll be catching it yourself.

There's no need to buy a fishing license, so all you have to do is show up ready for a good time! Keep in mind that you may release some fish due to regulations. Your captain will help you follow regulations while you fish.

You can't go wrong when you bring sunblock (non-spray), a hat, bottled water, and sunglasses. If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation; just be sure to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

Knotty Sea Fishing Charters will make it easy for you to go fishing, so how about booking that trip?

Michael Ardolino
Captain
Michael Ardolino
34 years of experience
responds within an hour

Trip availability and prices

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Number of days
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Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
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sheephead trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Sheepshead
Speckled Trout
US $400
Shared tour: 2 people
8 HOUR
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Amberjack
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Snapper (Red)
+6
US $800
Shared tour: 2 people
Deep drop ledge trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
12 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Amberjack
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Snapper (Red)
Swordfish
+6
US $1,100
Shared tour: 2 people
4hr inshore trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Redfish
Flounder
Sheepshead
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
+2
US $750
Entire boat: up to 6 people
5 HOUR
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Cobia
Snapper (Red)
Seabass (Black)
Spanish Mackerel
+3
US $1,000
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 Hour Trip – Offshore (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Amberjack
Cobia
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Seabass (Black)
+5
US $1,650
Entire boat: up to 6 people
10 HR Trolling Deepsea Offshore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
10 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Amberjack
Snapper (Red)
Wahoo
Seabass (Black)
+4
US $2,575
Entire boat: up to 6 people
There are 7 people looking at this charter.

Customer reviews

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Rating

3.5
2 reviews
3.0
Boat & equipment
4.0
Captain & crew
3.5
Fishing Experience

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Nick LaMonte
Nick LaMonte
us
Georgia, US
Member since 2026
5.0
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Best time fishing!
5 HOUR on April 22, 20264 adults

Captain Mike was fantastic and knew so much about our experience. He was helpful and we were able to bring some great fish home to cook as well! We will back!

Laura Schleeter
Laura Schleeter
us
Michigan, US
Member since 2026
2.0
Verified
New
Not the boat I chartered showed up
5 HOUR on July 20, 20262 adults3 children

Captain brought different boat than I charterd, not the one advertised on Fishing Booker without letting me know ahead of time. Very little features as advertised.

Michael Ardolino
Response from Captain

i’ll do fairness I spoke with him before the trip started and told you the weather off shore was not going to let us get out to fish ans i asked you if you wanted to  council before the trip  you and your husband decided to take the trip even though it was not the correct Boat i can not use a 40 foot boat inshore to fish im sorry you was disappointed and I offered you a free trip the next time out thats the best i can do again sorry you was disappointed about the size of the boat and the conditions of the weather I had no control of

FAQs about Knotty Sea Fishing Charters

Knotty Sea Fishing Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $200 per person - sheephead trip (4 hours)
  • US $400 per person - 8 HOUR (8 hours)
  • US $550 per person - Deep drop ledge trip (12 hours)
  • US $750 per group - 4hr inshore trip (4 hours)
  • US $1,000 per group - 5 HOUR (5 hours)
  • US $1,650 per group - 6 Hour Trip – Offshore (AM) (6 hours)
  • US $2,575 per group - 10 HR Trolling Deepsea Offshore (10 hours)
When you book a trip with Knotty Sea Fishing Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS GPS and Radar with Bird Mode
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Outriggers
  • Ice box
  • Radar
Trips booked with Knotty Sea Fishing Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (Live beat)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Free)
  • Drinks (We always have water )
  • First mate (Mate works hard to help you and works for tips 20% is typical, but we do not hold you responsible for how much you wanna pay)
  • Fishing license (We provide full license and permits)
Knotty Sea Fishing Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing (Up to 80miles offshore )
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
Knotty Sea Fishing Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Drift fishing
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Knotty Sea Fishing Charters include:
  • Amberjack
  • Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
  • Seabass (Black)
  • Shark (Blacktip)
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Snapper (Vermilion)
  • Tuna (Blackfin)
  • Wahoo

Your captain

Michael Ardolino
Michael Ardolino
Michael Ardolino

Jacksonville, Florida, United States

1 Fishing Report
2 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since April 2024

Operating a 40' sportfish, Capt. Michael ensures a comfortable fishing experience in the waters of our Area This area is known for Almaco Jack, Atlantic Mackerel, and Black Grouper and you'll get to catch them using bottom fishing, trolling, jigging, or other techniques. The only way to learn is to join them on the water.

1 Fishing Report
2 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since April 2024

Operating a 40' sportfish, Capt. Michael ensures a comfortable fishing experience in the waters of our Area This area is known for Almaco Jack, Atlantic Mackerel, and Black Grouper and you'll get to catch them using bottom fishing, trolling, jigging, or other techniques. The only way to learn is to join them on the water.

The fish you can target

Amberjack
Amberjack
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Black Seabass
Black Seabass
Blacktip Shark
Blacktip Shark
Red Snapper
Red Snapper
Vermilion Snapper
Vermilion Snapper
Blackfin Tuna
Blackfin Tuna
Wahoo
Wahoo
Amberjack
Amberjack
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Black Seabass
Black Seabass
Blacktip Shark
Blacktip Shark
Red Snapper
Red Snapper

Real catches by this captain

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
27 ft
Year built
1989
Boat manufacturer
Sportfish
Boat type
Sportfishing
Engine model
350
Powered by
1 x 300HP
Max cruising speed
23 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Up to 80miles offshore
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

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

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
GPS and Radar with Bird Mode
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Outriggers
Ice box
Radar
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Live beat
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Free
Drinks
We always have water
First mate
Mate works hard to help you and works for tips 20% is typical, but we do not hold you responsible for how much you wanna pay
Fishing license
We provide full license and permits

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 not included

Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.

Child friendly
8 and up
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

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

 Bank transfer

When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 5% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Jacksonville right now

AmberjackAmberjack
Snapper (Red)Snapper (Red)
Tuna (Blackfin)Tuna (Blackfin)
WahooWahoo

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