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Findiction Charters 

5.0
(1 review)
 
Federally permitted
 Hog Town Bayou Lane, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459, United States–
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Angler's Choice

Findiction Charters 

Santa Rosa Beach, FL, United States
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35 ft
6
5.0
(1 review)
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Six World Records. Five Generations of Florida Fishing Heritage. One Unforgettable Adventure.

When it comes to offshore fishing, experience makes the difference. At Findiction Charters, you’re fishing with a fifth-generation Floridian who has appeared on numerous outdoor television shows and earned six world fishing records. Fishing isn’t just what we do—it’s a way of life .Climb aboard our 35-foot Contender and experience the excitement of offshore fishing in the beautiful Gulf of Mexico. We target hard-fighting grouper and snapper while sharing the knowledge, passion, and traditions that come from generations on Florida waters.

Whether you’re an experienced angler chasing your next trophy or a beginner ready to catch your first offshore fish, you’re welcome aboard. We make fishing enjoyable for everyone, with trips starting at just five hours.

At Findiction Charters, it’s about more than catching fish. It’s about the anticipation of the next bite, the excitement of the fight, the beauty of the Emerald Coast, and memories you’ll talk about long after you return to shore. World-record experience. Generations of knowledge. Unforgettable Gulf fishing.

Come see what makes Findiction Charters different. Let’s head offshore and make your next fishing adventure one to remember!

FINDICTION CHARTERS — YOUR NEXT BIG CATCH STARTS HERE.

Six World Records. Five Generations of Florida Fishing Heritage. One Unforgettable Adventure.

When it comes to offshore fishing, experience makes the difference. At Findiction Charters, you’re fishing with a fifth-generation Floridian who has appeared on numerous outdoor television shows and earned six world fishing records. Fishing isn’t just what we do—it’s a way of life .Climb aboard our 35-foot Contender and experience the excitement of offshore fishing in the beautiful Gulf of Mexico. We target hard-fighting grouper and snapper while sharing the knowledge, passion, and traditions that come from generations on Florida waters.

Whether you’re an experienced angler chasing your next trophy or a beginner ready to catch your first offshore fish, you’re welcome aboard. We make fishing enjoyable for everyone, with trips starting at just five hours.

At Findiction Charters, it’s about more than catching fish. It’s about the anticipation of the next bite, the excitement of the fight, the beauty of the Emerald Coast, and memories you’ll talk about long after you return to shore. World-record experience. Generations of knowledge. Unforgettable Gulf fishing.

Come see what makes Findiction Charters different. Let’s head offshore and make your next fishing adventure one to remember!

FINDICTION CHARTERS — YOUR NEXT BIG CATCH STARTS HERE.

Michael Avinon
Captain
Michael Avinon
37 years of experience
ID & credentials verified
responds within an hour
What this charter offers
Fishing license
Live bait
Pickup included
You keep catch
Catch cleaning & filleting
What this charter offers
Fishing license
Live bait
Pickup included
You keep catch
Catch cleaning & filleting

Select date to see availability

Trip date:
Group Size:
November 2026
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Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
Change
Half Day Trip – Offshore (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Sailfish
Snapper (Red)
Wahoo
+8
US $1,200
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Half Day Trip – Offshore (PM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 12:30 PM
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Sailfish
Snapper (Red)
Wahoo
+8
US $1,200
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Full Day Trip – Offshore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Sailfish
Snapper (Red)
Wahoo
+8
US $2,200
Entire boat: up to 6 people
10 hour deepwater trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
10 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Sailfish
Snapper (Red)
Swordfish
+6
US $3,000
Entire boat: up to 6 people

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Rating

5.0
1 review
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

Reviews (1)

  • Samantha King
    Samantha King
    us
    Indiana, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Wonderful

    Half Day Trip – Offshore (PM) on March 10, 2026 • 6 adults • 2 children

    Wonderful trip! Guide was knowledgeable and great communication. loved the boat!

FAQs about Findiction Charters

Findiction Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $1,200 per group - Half Day Trip – Offshore (AM) (5 hours)
  • US $1,200 per group - Half Day Trip – Offshore (PM) (5 hours)
  • US $2,200 per group - Full Day Trip – Offshore (8 hours)
  • US $3,000 per group - 10 hour deepwater trip (10 hours)
When you book a trip with Findiction Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Radar
Trips booked with Findiction Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Fishing license
Findiction Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing
Findiction Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Findiction Charters include:
  • Grouper (Gag)
  • Grouper (Red)
  • Grouper (Scamp)
  • Grouper (Snowy)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Sailfish
  • Snapper (Lane)
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Snapper (Vermilion)
  • Tuna (Blackfin)
  • Wahoo

Your captain

Michael Avinon
Michael Avinon
Santa Rosa Beach, Florida, United States
14 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
56 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since April 2025
Angler's Choice
The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.
Captain Michael Avinon, a fifth generation Floridian, has been fishing in Florida his whole life. He started off as a first mate in the Florida keys, then moved to Naples in 1992 and began his career as a charter captain. Over the years he's won numerous tournaments and also holds six world records that are still currently unbroken. Gaining popularity in Florida as a captain has led him to appear in multiple fishing television shows, including Captains Tales, Sportsman's Adventures with Captain Rick Murphy, Real Animals with Captain Mike Anderson, and most recently with Captain Blair Wiggins. He has also had multiple appearances on Florida Insider Fishing report as well.
Michael Avinon
Michael Avinon
Fully verified
Angler's Choice
14
reports
56
reviews
2025
member since
~1h
response
Captain Michael Avinon, a fifth generation Floridian, has been fishing in Florida his whole life. He started off as a first mate in the Florida keys, then moved to Naples in 1992 and began his career as a charter captain. Over the years he's won numerous tournaments and also holds six world records that are still currently unbroken. Gaining popularity in Florida as a captain has led him to appear in multiple fishing television shows, including Captains Tales, Sportsman's Adventures with Captain Rick Murphy, Real Animals with Captain Mike Anderson, and most recently with Captain Blair Wiggins. He has also had multiple appearances on Florida Insider Fishing report as well.

The fish you can target

Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper
Red Grouper
Red Grouper
Scamp Grouper
Scamp Grouper
Snowy Grouper
Snowy Grouper
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Sailfish
Sailfish
Lane Snapper
Lane Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Red Snapper
Red Snapper
Vermilion Snapper
Vermilion Snapper
Blackfin Tuna
Blackfin Tuna
Wahoo
Wahoo
Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper
Red Grouper
Red Grouper
Scamp Grouper
Scamp Grouper
Snowy Grouper
Snowy Grouper
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)

Real catches by this captain

  • Two adult anglers display a large wahoo aboard a center-console fishing boat in a marina setting.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Red Grouper
    We began October right where September left off with plenty of grouper and snapper for dinner and even a surprise cobia.Thanks to the hurricane we’ve seen cooler water temperatures afterward and in my opinion some of the best fishing of the year.
  • Two anglers proudly displaying a large Red Grouper while fishing offshore.
    Fish 1
    Red Grouper
    Red grouper continues to be really good on both the 5 and 8 hour trips including a jumbo 33” red grouper caught on an 8 hour trip.On the 35’ contender we have federal permits so we can keep red snapper on all trips until late October.
  • Two anglers proudly displaying a large Red Snapper while fishing offshore, showcasing a successful day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Red Snapper
    As the water is getting warmer it seems like the red snapper are moving a little deeper.For anyone wanting to catch red snapper the best option is going to be the 8 hour trip on the contender.We have been seeing some keepers along with keeper red grouper on our five hour trip.We also will start running a 6 hour trip starting this week to get out a little further offshore.
  • Angler proudly displaying two large Red Snapper while fishing on a charter boat in open waters.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Red Grouper
    Red grouper fishing continues to be really good with keepers on the 5hr trips and limits on our 8 jour trips.On a recent 8 hr trip we finished the day pulling on some amberjacks after catching our 6 man limit of red grouper and triggerfish.
  • Angler proudly displaying two large Red Grouper while fishing offshore, showcasing a successful day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Red Grouper
    Red grouper fishing continues to be really good with keeper grouper on the half days and limits on the 8 hr trips.Recently had a local group on an 8 hour trip and finished the day up catching amberjacks on light tackle after we caught our 6 man limit of red grouper and triggerfish.Also seeing plenty of vermillion snapper and porgies mixed in so if you’re ready for fresh fish tacos or putting some filets in the freezer give us a call.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
35 ft
Year built
2010
Boat manufacturer
Contender
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
2 x 350HP
Max cruising speed
40 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Radar
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Catch cleaning & filleting
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.
More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup included in price
Transfer from hotels or jetties in Santa Rosa Beach to departure site is available and included in trip rates.
Child friendly
You keep catch

How you can pay

Book with 15% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 15% 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
 Checks
 Bank transfer
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3.5% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Santa Rosa Beach right now

Grouper (Gag)Grouper (Gag)
Grouper (Red)Grouper (Red)
Grouper (Scamp)Grouper (Scamp)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Snapper (Mangrove)Snapper (Mangrove)
Snapper (Red)Snapper (Red)
Snapper (Vermilion)Snapper (Vermilion)
Tuna (Blackfin)Tuna (Blackfin)

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Findiction Charters
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Federally permitted
5.0
(1)
35 ft
Group size 1 - 6
1 - 6
Fish 1
Fish 2
+10
5 hour trip • 6 persons
US $1,200