Big Bite Charters – Homosassa Springs 

5.0
(5 reviews)
 
Federally permitted
 5300 South Cherokee Way, Homosassa, FL 34448, United States–

Big Bite Charters – Homosassa Springs 

Homosassa, FL, United States
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24 ft
4
5.0
(5 reviews)

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Spend the day with Big Bite Charters and get hooked on fishing in Homosassa! With Captain Andrew at the helm, you'll benefit from years of knowledge and experience.

Fishing around here will often see you targeting Redfish, Snook, Speckled Trout, Pompano, Mangrove Snapper, Sheepshead, Cobia, Spanish Mackerel, Gag Grouper, Red Grouper, Hogfish, Tarpon, and more with any luck. We offer both inshore light tackle and offshore fishing.

Families making a day of it will be glad to know that kids are welcome aboard! Kids under 6 years old will have a life jacket provided for them. Customers are encouraged to bring snacks to keep 'em happy!

You'll be fishing aboard a 24' Blazer Bay 2420 GTS with room for 4 passengers. It has all the essentials no fishing machine can run without. Capt. Andrew has rods and reels for you, as well as lures and plenty of live bait.

Your fishing license for the day is covered by the charter boat, so you can drive right over and come aboard without any hassle! Be mindful that some species may have special rules or limited seasons. Simply ask and your captain can tell you more.

A few items to bring include sunscreen (non-spray), sunglasses, and snacks/drinks for the day. There will always be plenty of bottled waters on board. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but try to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

And that's it! Your fishing trip with Big Bite Charters is just a click away.

Spend the day with Big Bite Charters and get hooked on fishing in Homosassa! With Captain Andrew at the helm, you'll benefit from years of knowledge and experience.

Fishing around here will often see you targeting Redfish, Snook, Speckled Trout, Pompano, Mangrove Snapper, Sheepshead, Cobia, Spanish Mackerel, Gag Grouper, Red Grouper, Hogfish, Tarpon, and more with any luck. We offer both inshore light tackle and offshore fishing.

Families making a day of it will be glad to know that kids are welcome aboard! Kids under 6 years old will have a life jacket provided for them. Customers are encouraged to bring snacks to keep 'em happy!

You'll be fishing aboard a 24' Blazer Bay 2420 GTS with room for 4 passengers. It has all the essentials no fishing machine can run without. Capt. Andrew has rods and reels for you, as well as lures and plenty of live bait.

Your fishing license for the day is covered by the charter boat, so you can drive right over and come aboard without any hassle! Be mindful that some species may have special rules or limited seasons. Simply ask and your captain can tell you more.

A few items to bring include sunscreen (non-spray), sunglasses, and snacks/drinks for the day. There will always be plenty of bottled waters on board. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but try to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

And that's it! Your fishing trip with Big Bite Charters is just a click away.

Andrew Hammond
Captain
Andrew Hammond
26 years of experience
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Trip date:
Group Size:
November 2026
SuMoTuWeThFrSa
Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
Change
1/2 Day 5 Hour Trip – Inshore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Sep 1 - Mar 31
Snook
Snapper (Mangrove)
Redfish
Spanish Mackerel
+3
US $450
Entire boat: 2 people
Full Day 6 Hour Trip – Inshore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Sep 1 - Mar 31
Snook
Snapper (Mangrove)
Redfish
Spanish Mackerel
+3
US $500
Entire boat: 2 people
Pro-Angler 7 Hour Trip – Inshore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
7 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Sep 1 - Mar 31
Snook
Snapper (Mangrove)
Redfish
Spanish Mackerel
+3
US $600
Entire boat: 2 people
6 Hour Trip – Offshore/Nearshore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Sep 1 - Mar 31
Cobia
Snapper (Mangrove)
Grouper (Gag)
Grouper (Red)
+2
US $650
Entire boat: 2 people
7 Hour – Off/Nearshore Pro-Angler
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
7 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Sep 1 - Mar 31
Cobia
Snapper (Mangrove)
Grouper (Gag)
Grouper (Red)
+2
US $750
Entire boat: 2 people

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Rating

5.0
5 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (13)

Reviews (5)

  • Charles Holmes
    Charles Holmes
    Repeat angler
    us
    Maryland, US
    Member since 2022
    6 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Best Day Fishing EVER!!!

    1/2 Day 5 Hour Trip – Inshore on February 12, 2026 • 3 adults

    What a day fishing with Captain Andrew. This was my best experience fishing on the ocean, EVER! I took two of my good friends fishing and we spent the entire day SLAYING the fish. I asked him to help us catch grunts and Sheepshead and he delivered. I didn’t keep track of how many fish we caught, but we had a basket full of keepers by the end of the day (see the pics). Plus, we caught lots of Gag Grouper. Those aren’t in season, so we had to throw them back, but boy were they fun to catch. The communication was great. The boat was nice and clean. Captain Andrew was friendly, polite, a great conversationalist, and PUT US ON THE FISH. What else could you ask for? It’s now the next day that I am writing this review and my arms and back are sore from catching so many fish. If I could give him 100 stars I would. He is the only Captain I will use going forward. I highly recommend him for your next fishing adventure.

  • Dan Thompson
    Dan Thompson
    us
    Florida, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Fantastic trip!

    6 Hour Trip – Offshore/Nearshore on March 20, 2026 • 3 adults

    We asked for a cooler full of fish to take home to eat and Captain Andrew delivered big time! He was on time and had everything we could need in the boat and ready, even a warm jacket for a junior angler who thought it wouldn’t be cold. He is extremely knowledgeable about this area and the available species and got us to the perfect spot. He kept us safe during rough seas and when we got back to the marina he cleaned the fish for us with a chefs precision. I highly reccomend this Captain.

  • Alan  Anderson
    Alan Anderson
    Repeat angler
    us
    Utah, US
    Member since 2024
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    AWESOME DAY!

    6 Hour Trip – Offshore/Nearshore on March 27, 2026 • 2 adults

    Had a fantastic day fishing day with Capt. Andrew. We were on fish the whole day. I had to take a short snack break just to let my arms rest for a minute. If a spot slowed down Capt. Andrew moved us to another spot and we were quickly back at it. I live locally, and will be back to fish with more family and friends, and I'll definetly be doing that with Capt. Andrew!

  • Jacob Meyer
    Jacob Meyer
    Repeat angler
    us
    New Jersey, US
    Member since 2023
    9 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Beautiful Day On The Water!

    7 Hour – Off/Nearshore Pro-Angler on March 22, 2026 • 4 adults

    Captain Andrew put us on the fish all day long, very knowledgeable about techniques and water patterns. I will be booking with him everytime im in Homasassa and I would recommend anybody to do the same!

  • Stuart Edwards
    Stuart Edwards
    Repeat angler
    us
    Michigan, US
    Member since 2024
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Fishing with Andrew

    6 Hour Trip – Offshore/Nearshore on March 21, 2026 • 4 adults

FAQs about Big Bite Charters – Homosassa Springs

Big Bite Charters – Homosassa Springs offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $450 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 1/2 Day 5 Hour Trip – Inshore (5 hours)
  • US $500 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Full Day 6 Hour Trip – Inshore (6 hours)
  • US $600 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Pro-Angler 7 Hour Trip – Inshore (7 hours)
  • US $650 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 6 Hour Trip – Offshore/Nearshore (6 hours)
  • US $750 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 7 Hour – Off/Nearshore Pro-Angler (7 hours)
When you book a trip with Big Bite Charters – Homosassa Springs, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Flybridge
  • Live bait well
  • Multimedia system
  • Wireless trolling motor
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Big Bite Charters – Homosassa Springs include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Drinks
  • Fishing license
Big Bite Charters – Homosassa Springs offers the following types of fishing:
  • River fishing
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
  • Flats fishing
  • Backcountry fishing
Big Bite Charters – Homosassa Springs offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Drift fishing
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Big Bite Charters – Homosassa Springs include:
  • Cobia
  • Grouper (Gag)
  • Grouper (Red)
  • Hogfish
  • Pompano
  • Redfish
  • Sheepshead
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snook
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Speckled Trout
  • Tarpon

Your captain

Andrew Hammond
Andrew Hammond
Homosassa, Florida, United States
3 Fishing Reports
48 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since June 2020
Your guide Andrew Hammond is a USCG licensed, insured, and federally permitted Captain who grew up fishing on Florida's Nature Coast near Homosassa and Crystal River, FL. Capt. Andrew has over 20 years of experience guiding the Gulf Coast of FL from the panhandle down to the 10,000 Islands. When he relocated to the Atlanta area, Andrew had over 12 very successful years chasing Stripers on Lake Lanier, GA.
Andrew Hammond
Andrew Hammond
3
reports
48
reviews
2020
member since
~1h
response
Your guide Andrew Hammond is a USCG licensed, insured, and federally permitted Captain who grew up fishing on Florida's Nature Coast near Homosassa and Crystal River, FL. Capt. Andrew has over 20 years of experience guiding the Gulf Coast of FL from the panhandle down to the 10,000 Islands. When he relocated to the Atlanta area, Andrew had over 12 very successful years chasing Stripers on Lake Lanier, GA.

The fish you can target

Cobia
Cobia
Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper
Red Grouper
Red Grouper
Hogfish
Hogfish
Pompano
Pompano
Redfish
Redfish
Sheepshead
Sheepshead
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Snook
Snook
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Tarpon
Tarpon
Cobia
Cobia
Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper
Red Grouper
Red Grouper
Hogfish
Hogfish
Pompano
Pompano

Real catches by this captain

  • Two anglers proudly displaying their catch of Grouper and Snapper while fishing offshore.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Red Grouper
    Alan  .
    Alan .
    Had a fantastic day fishing day with Capt. Andrew. We were on fish the whole day. I had to take a short snack break just to let my arms rest for a minute. If a spot slowed down Capt. Andrew moved us to another spot and we were quickly back at it. I live locally, and will be back to fish with more family and friends, and I'll definetly be doing that with Capt. Andrew!
  • Angler displaying a large Grouper while fishing in clear waters, showcasing a successful day on the boat.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +3
    Red Grouper
    Jacob M.
    Jacob M.
    Captain Andrew put us on the fish all day long, very knowledgeable about techniques and water patterns. I will be booking with him everytime im in Homasassa and I would recommend anybody to do the same!
  • Angler proudly displaying a colorful Snapper while fishing on a calm day at sea.
    Fish 1
    Red Snapper
    Stuart E.
    Stuart E.
  • A family proudly poses with their catch of striped bass displayed on a board at a bustling dockside restaurant.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Sheepshead
    Dan T.
    Dan T.
    We asked for a cooler full of fish to take home to eat and Captain Andrew delivered big time! He was on time and had everything we could need in the boat and ready, even a warm jacket for a junior angler who thought it wouldn’t be cold. He is extremely knowledgeable about this area and the available species and got us to the perfect spot. He kept us safe during rough seas and when we got back to the marina he cleaned the fish for us with a chefs precision. I highly reccomend this Captain.
  • Adult angler holding a large redfish on a center-console boat offshore.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +5
    Mangrove Snapper
    With the warm temps the fishing has blown up and really come alive. This trend will only get hotter in the month of March. Inshore the Specked Trout are plentyful on the flats and creek pockets casting both MirroLure Lil Jon soft plastics and Mirrodines. Redfish can be found in the creeks on out to the outer islands with the islands being our main focus with the warming temps. Snook are working their way on out and are finally in season again. Nearshore is absolutely on fire. Sheepshead are in full blown spawn mode and we are finding the large schools of studs along with the larger Mangrove Snapper. You will end up battling the powerful Gag Grouper just about everywhere as a bycatch, but a fun one for sure! I have dates left in March and looking forward to fishing with you and filling that cooler soon! Tight Lines, Capt. Andrew Hammond
  • Three anglers proudly displaying a large catch of various fish on a dock, showcasing their successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Sheepshead
    Charles H.
    Charles H.
    What a day fishing with Captain Andrew. This was my best experience fishing on the ocean, EVER! I took two of my good friends fishing and we spent the entire day SLAYING the fish. I asked him to help us catch grunts and Sheepshead and he delivered. I didn’t keep track of how many fish we caught, but we had a basket full of keepers by the end of the day (see the pics). Plus, we caught lots of Gag Grouper. Those aren’t in season, so we had to throw them back, but boy were they fun to catch. The communication was great. The boat was nice and clean. Captain Andrew was friendly, polite, a great conversationalist, and PUT US ON THE FISH. What else could you ask for? It’s now the next day that I am writing this review and my arms and back are sore from catching so many fish. If I could give him 100 stars I would. He is the only Captain I will use going forward. I highly recommend him for your next fishing adventure.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
24 ft
Year built
2020
Boat manufacturer
Blazer Bay
Boat type
Bay boat
Engine model
Mercury
Powered by
1 x 300HP
Max cruising speed
44 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

River Fishing
Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

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

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Flybridge
Live bait well
Multimedia system
Wireless trolling motor
Ice box
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Drinks
Fishing license

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.
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What the listing policies are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child friendly
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Book with 20% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% 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
 PayPal
 Checks
 Bank transfer
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Homosassa right now

CobiaCobia
Grouper (Gag)Grouper (Gag)
Grouper (Red)Grouper (Red)
HogfishHogfish
RedfishRedfish
SheepsheadSheepshead
Snapper (Mangrove)Snapper (Mangrove)
SnookSnook
Spanish MackerelSpanish Mackerel
Speckled TroutSpeckled Trout
TarponTarpon

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