Gulfcoast Backcountry Charters
Gulfcoast Backcountry Charters
Captain Fabian 'Jr' Santos is the owner and lead guide of Gulfcoast Backcountry Charters, specializing in shallow-water and near-shore fishing along Florida's Gulf Coast. Born and raised on the water, Capt. Jr has spent years learning the tides, seasons, and patterns that make this region one of the most productive fisheries in the state.
With a passion for light-tackle and sight-fishing, he focuses on targeting Redfish, Snook, Speckled Trout, Tarpon, and other inshore species in the flats, mangroves, and backcountry waters. Whether you're a seasoned angler looking for a technical challenge or a first-timer hoping to make memories on the water, Capt. Jr prides himself on providing a relaxed, safe, and hands-on fishing experience.
More than just catching fish, Capt. Jr is committed to conservation, ethical angling, and sharing his knowledge of Florida's unique coastal ecosystem. Every trip with Gulfcoast Backcountry Charters is built around hard work, local expertise, and a genuine love for the Gulf Coast lifestyle.
Captain Fabian 'Jr' Santos is the owner and lead guide of Gulfcoast Backcountry Charters, specializing in shallow-water and near-shore fishing along Florida's Gulf Coast. Born and raised on the water, Capt. Jr has spent years learning the tides, seasons, and patterns that make this region one of the most productive fisheries in the state.
With a passion for light-tackle and sight-fishing, he focuses on targeting Redfish, Snook, Speckled Trout, Tarpon, and other inshore species in the flats, mangroves, and backcountry waters. Whether you're a seasoned angler looking for a technical challenge or a first-timer hoping to make memories on the water, Capt. Jr prides himself on providing a relaxed, safe, and hands-on fishing experience.
More than just catching fish, Capt. Jr is committed to conservation, ethical angling, and sharing his knowledge of Florida's unique coastal ecosystem. Every trip with Gulfcoast Backcountry Charters is built around hard work, local expertise, and a genuine love for the Gulf Coast lifestyle.
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FAQs about Gulfcoast Backcountry Charters
- US $500 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Inshore Fishing (4 hours)
- US $500 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Scallops (4 hours)
- US $600 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 6 Hour Trip – Inshore Fishing (6 hours)
- US $1,000 per group - 8 Hour Trip – Nearshore Groupers (8 hours)
- GPS
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Live bait
- Lures
- Catch cleaning & filleting
- Drinks
- Fishing license
- Fly fishing equipment
- Nearshore fishing
- Flats fishing
- Backcountry fishing
- Light tackle
- Heavy tackle
- Spinning
- Fly fishing
- Spearfishing
- Black Drum
- Cobia
- Grouper (Gag)
- Grunt
- Redfish
- Scallop
- Sheepshead
- Snapper (Mangrove)
- Snook
- Speckled Trout
- Tarpon
- Tripletail
Your captain
Crystal River, Florida, United States
Capt. Fabian runs trips out of Crystal River aboard 22' Pathfinder Bay boat, or 17' Maverick HPX S, The crew has you covered if you wish to try spinning, fly fishing, or other techniques. For special requests, such as spearfishing, message Capt. Fabian.
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How cancellations work
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.
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.
How you can pay
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:
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What’s biting in Crystal River right now
Black Drum
Cobia
Grouper (Gag)
Redfish
Scallop
Sheepshead
Snook
Speckled Trout
Tarpon
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