Captain Cook Charters 

4.3
(34 reviews)
 237 Sports Marina Road, Venice, LA 70091, United States–

Captain Cook Charters 

Venice, LA, United States
–
40 ft
6
4.3
(34 reviews)

Captain Cook Charters specialize in fishing the Gulf of Mexico for offshore species out of Venice, Louisiana. They are true experts in targeting large Yellowfin Tuna and will take you to the most productive grounds where you can experience what it's like to tackle monster Tuna.

The crew is led by Captain Andy Cook who's been fishing for many years and knows the waters of Louisiana like no one else. He is a kind and patient man who loves taking whole families with children out and teaching them reel in the fish of their dreams. Captain Cook also works with a friend and skilled angler, Captain Jason Lowrance, who may sometimes run Captain Cook Charters trips. You're in safe hands with either of these seasoned guides.

You will fish aboard his 38 foot Fountain offshore sport fishing boat, powered by three 300 HP Yamaha engines, with a maximum cruising speed of 50 knots. The boat is equipped with all the safety equipment and electronics, and also features outriggers, downriggers, a live bait tank, and an icebox for the catch.

Captain Cook will provide you with all the fishing gear you'll need when targeting species such as Yellowfin Tuna, big Red Snapper, Grouper, Wahoo, Amberjack and other big game offshore species.

Once you return to the dock, your catch will be cleaned and filleted for you to take home and make a lovely dinner. Nothing beats eating your own catch after a big fight and all the energy invested into reeling it in!

So if you can't wait to get your hook into a giant fish, book a trip today and come meet Captain Cook on the water!

Captain Cook Charters specialize in fishing the Gulf of Mexico for offshore species out of Venice, Louisiana. They are true experts in targeting large Yellowfin Tuna and will take you to the most productive grounds where you can experience what it's like to tackle monster Tuna.

The crew is led by Captain Andy Cook who's been fishing for many years and knows the waters of Louisiana like no one else. He is a kind and patient man who loves taking whole families with children out and teaching them reel in the fish of their dreams. Captain Cook also works with a friend and skilled angler, Captain Jason Lowrance, who may sometimes run Captain Cook Charters trips. You're in safe hands with either of these seasoned guides.

You will fish aboard his 38 foot Fountain offshore sport fishing boat, powered by three 300 HP Yamaha engines, with a maximum cruising speed of 50 knots. The boat is equipped with all the safety equipment and electronics, and also features outriggers, downriggers, a live bait tank, and an icebox for the catch.

Captain Cook will provide you with all the fishing gear you'll need when targeting species such as Yellowfin Tuna, big Red Snapper, Grouper, Wahoo, Amberjack and other big game offshore species.

Once you return to the dock, your catch will be cleaned and filleted for you to take home and make a lovely dinner. Nothing beats eating your own catch after a big fight and all the energy invested into reeling it in!

So if you can't wait to get your hook into a giant fish, book a trip today and come meet Captain Cook on the water!

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12 Hour Trip – Offshore
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12 hour trip starts at 5:30 AM
US $2,200
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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Rating

4.3
34 reviews
4.2
Boat & equipment
4.5
Captain & crew
4.4
Fishing Experience

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What anglers say

79%
Recommended

Reviews (34)

  • Jeremy Lutz
    Jeremy Lutz
    us
    Tennessee, US
    Member since 2022
    4.7
    Verified

    Great persistence

    12 Hour Trip – Offshore on July 7, 2022 • 6 adults • 1 child

    It was a tough morning given the rain that was coming down in the area the Captain planned to take and having to start at a different location but the Captain was determined for us to get fish. We had lost some big ones in the morning which was still thrilling. In the afternoon we moved to a new area he had worked before and BAM we hit paydirt. Had some great fights and brought in some beautiful tuna. Captain Cook did a great job and made the day a success.

  • Robert  Warren
    Robert Warren
    us
    Alabama, US
    Member since 2023
    4.3
    Verified

    Captain Andy Cook

    12 Hour Trip – Offshore on March 1, 2023 • 6 adults

    Foggy ride out went without a hitch capt Andy had us on fish all day . We ended up with a cooler full fish after so many missed opportunities. The sharks were a real pain, but were mixed with big tuna. Wahoo was the catch of the day. Thanks again for a great day Andy looking forward to the sword fishing trip

  • Ron Meyers
    Ron Meyers
    us
    Missouri, US
    Member since 2018
    5.0
    Verified

    12 Hour Tuna Trip with Capt Andy Cook and Mate Jason

    12 Hour Trip – Offshore on January 28, 2019 • 3 adults

    I highly recommend Capt Cook for any fishing Trip, Top Rate. Due to a lot of bait fish Tuna were hard to find. But Capt did all his tricks to find fish. We trolled oil rigs, chummed and dropped bait, followed shrimp boats, chased birds to find fish, and fished the Lump. We caught 2 Black fin on first troll. Caught Bonita and several shark. On way back we hit an oil rig again, and the Blackfin were boiling the surface. We caught 13 more blackfin in the 13 to 18 lb range. Jason the mate did superb in all his duties, kept the boat clean after every fish. They both have great personalities. If yellowfin would have been bitting, I know we would have caught our share. Fish with Capt Cook.

  • Amelia Cox
    Amelia Cox
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2019
    5.0
    Verified

    If you want to hook, book with Captain Cook!

    Weekday rate on June 27, 2019 • 4 adults

    We had the time of our lives. Best fishing day ever!!! Everyone caught fish, and the battle was REEL! The entire experience was worth the sunburn, the money and the fatigue from the fish fights. Anytime we want to charter, we will call Andy! We caught yellow fin tuna, wahoo, mahi mahi, and a massive 244 lb. sword fish that took about 90 minutes to reel in. Best part of the entire trip is that he included our kids in everything from catching bait, catching fish, to cleaning the fish. Thanks Andy and first mate Jake for the memories of a lifetime!

  • Landon Henson
    Landon Henson
    Member since 2017
    5.0

    Full day trip with Captain Cook Charters was one of the best experiences in all my years of fishing.

    12 Hour Trip – Offshore on February 27, 2017

    I am an avid fisherman and have been on many charters and even my own boat. This trip with Captain Andy Cook by far was the best experience my family has ever had together for big tuna. It was a rough water day, but Captain Andy still got us out to the fish within 2 hours. Although we were scheduled the day before Andy and his experience on the fish and catch suggested that we wait one more day for the better Yellowfin day, even though he was willing to take us on our scheduled day. We took his advice and went the next day and He was exactly right. By 1PM We limited out and wore ourselves out on big tuna and still had time to catch some big bottom fish. Fishing for the Yellowfin is kind of a tricky task, but the Captain and Deckhand were great at taking the time with my teens to show them how to land the big ones in the boat. At the end of the day we had caught not only the largest fish but also the most fish out of all other tuna boats that went out that day. Andy's secret to the baiting worked very well and is what gave us the most catch of the day. What a trip !

  • James Zeller
    James Zeller
    us
    Kansas, US
    Member since 2019
    4.7
    Verified

    Full day trip with captain Andy

    12 Hour Trip – Offshore on March 25, 2019 • 6 adults

    We had a blast!! We had a full boat of guys ready to fight fish and Andy did just that we had fish peeling line off most all day caught big fish all day long. And Andy and his first mate did a awesome job of cleaning our fish when we got done. With out a doubt if u want action make sure u book with captain Andy and tell him u want Wahoo.

  • Kathryn Travasos
    Kathryn Travasos
    us
    Louisiana, US
    Member since 2018
    4.7
    Verified

    12 hour offshore trip

    12 Hour Trip – Offshore on July 20, 2018 • 5 adults

    We have been on many fishing trips from Jamaica, Cabo, Florida, and Toledo bend. This was by far the best fishing trip and overall experience we have ever had. We limited out on snapper first thing. They put us on some tuna which was our goal and despite losing one and not getting it in the boat, we still can say we had the time of our lives. The captain and deckhand were accommodating, friendly, fun, and patient with some challenging guests.

  • Ed Dunn
    Ed Dunn
    Member since 2017
    5.0

    Captain Cook Charters

    12 Hour Trip – Offshore on October 26, 2016

    Went fishing with Captain Andy in October. Pulled up to a shrimp boat maybe 15 miles from where the Mississippi River ends. We were on fish the first time we dropped our lines out. We kept catching fish one after another and it seemed like they were getting bigger and bigger. It was an excellent day of Yellowfin tuna fishing along with multiple Bonita and Blackfin tuna. One of the best I've ever had. The thing I probably like most about fishing with Captain Andy is that the experience is all hands on with the customer. From baiting hooks, dropping lines down, to catching the fish. So what if you miss a bite. You are the one that is actually doing the fishing. I've been on trips where the

  • Ed Wolff
    Ed Wolff
    Repeat angler
    us
    Alabama, US
    Member since 2017
    2 trips
    4.7
    Verified

    Full day trip with Captain Andy

    12 Hour Trip – Offshore on September 30, 2017 • 6 adults

    My friend an I chartered with Captain Andy Cook. We fished on Andy's 38 foot Fountain. It was a extremely fast boat, and cut thru the chop well. We were at the fishing grounds before anyone else. The captain knew exactly what to do. We caught our limits of yellowfin tuna within a few hours. Four fish over 100 pounds, with the largest weighing in at 172 pounds! It was an awesome day of fishing that exceeded expectations. At the dock, the fish was cleaned beautifully. It's delicious!

  • Steve Jones
    Steve Jones
    Member since 2017
    5.0

    Cook charters tuna trip

    12 Hour Trip – Offshore on July 1, 2016

    The thing about captain Cook is he does whatever it takes to put you on fish. If that means leaving the dock 2 hours before everybody else he does it If it means being the last boat back he does it. He is not a clock watcher. The boat is a rocket ship which means more time fishing less time running. Captain Cook has a network of knowledgeable captains that share information with him so he stays on top of what's going on with many species. We have caught tuna , marlin, dorado, grouper and others from his boat. I highly recommend Captain Andy Cook

Rating

4.3
34 reviews
4.2
Boat & equipment
4.5
Captain & crew
4.4
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (46)

What anglers say

79%
Recommended

All reviews (34)

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Josh Holmes
Josh Holmes
Repeat angler
us
West Virginia, US
Member since 2024
3 trips
4.0
Verified
January fishing trip
12 Hour Trip – Offshore on January 30, 2026 • 2 adults

Reported catch:
Yellowfin Tuna
Jeremy Lutz
Jeremy Lutz
us
Tennessee, US
Member since 2022
4.7
Verified
Great persistence
12 Hour Trip – Offshore on July 7, 2022 • 5 adults • 1 child

It was a tough morning given the rain that was coming down in the area the Captain planned to take and having to start at a different location but the Captain was determined for us to get fish. We had lost some big ones in the morning which was still thrilling. In the afternoon we moved to a new area he had worked before and BAM we hit paydirt. Had some great fights and brought in some beautiful tuna. Captain Cook did a great job and made the day a success.

Dennis Nowman
Dennis Nowman
Repeat angler
us
Illinois, US
Member since 2021
5 trips
1.0
Verified
No Skipper
12 Hour Trip – Offshore on April 25, 2026 • 4 adults

Not sure if there is an actual Capt Andy Hook who has a boat in Venice, LA. Booked with this guy only to have a completely different Capt/boat show up without being told who he was until on the boat. No Mate, started and hour later, no bait, no rigs that were promised for bottom fishing, electronics didn’t work, faulty equiptment, rusty equiptment, just wild. Weird part was, I could of booked with this capt cheaper than this supposed Andy guy. Caught in a wicked storm for about an hour and a half under an oil rig while other boats in the area bailed when they sae the storm coming, had to catch our own bait which took hours. The only saving grace, (by what I believe was shear luck) this capt had one squid rig he dropped “for bottom fishing” and at 3:38pm we latched onto and brought in a 200lb swordfish on a pole that snapped an hour in on a 3hr fight with the capt hanging over the side of the boat hand lining a half crank at a time. it was an incredible feat that has an unbelievable lifetime story that goes along with it, but we came for tuna, other boats caught quite a bit of tuna and whatever else that day. Had it not been for that swordfish, a mutiny was abroad. The tensity between the capt and us 5 was almost to a boiling point because of how un prepared he was and doing what we paid for. it was almost like he knew he was going to fish for 1 swordfish from the start of the day. (considering he only had 1 rig set up with a squid on it) I did learn a valuable lesson about Venice tho…. Ask more question leading to the day, inspect everything on the boat before you leave the dock, and get the actual captains name before you leave the dock.

Robert  Warren
Robert Warren
us
Alabama, US
Member since 2023
4.3
Verified
Captain Andy Cook
12 Hour Trip – Offshore on March 1, 2023 • 6 adults

Foggy ride out went without a hitch capt Andy had us on fish all day . We ended up with a cooler full fish after so many missed opportunities. The sharks were a real pain, but were mixed with big tuna. Wahoo was the catch of the day. Thanks again for a great day Andy looking forward to the sword fishing trip

Ronald Meyers
Ronald Meyers
us
Missouri, US
Member since 2018
5.0
Verified
12 Hour Tuna Trip with Capt Andy Cook and Mate Jason
12 Hour Trip – Offshore on January 28, 2019 • 3 adults

I highly recommend Capt Cook for any fishing Trip, Top Rate. Due to a lot of bait fish Tuna were hard to find. But Capt did all his tricks to find fish. We trolled oil rigs, chummed and dropped bait, followed shrimp boats, chased birds to find fish, and fished the Lump. We caught 2 Black fin on first troll. Caught Bonita and several shark. On way back we hit an oil rig again, and the Blackfin were boiling the surface. We caught 13 more blackfin in the 13 to 18 lb range. Jason the mate did superb in all his duties, kept the boat clean after every fish. They both have great personalities. If yellowfin would have been bitting, I know we would have caught our share. Fish with Capt Cook.

FAQs about Captain Cook Charters

Captain Cook Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $2,200 per group - 12 Hour Trip – Offshore (12 hours)
  • US $4,000 per group - 24 Hour Trip (24 hours)
When you book a trip with Captain Cook Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Outriggers
  • Ice box
  • Radar
Trips booked with Captain Cook Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • First mate (Capt David)
Captain Cook Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Offshore fishing
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
Captain Cook Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Kite fishing
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Captain Cook Charters include:
  • Amberjack
  • Grouper (Scamp)
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)
  • Wahoo

Your captain

Andy Cook
Andy Cook

Venice, Louisiana, United States

1 Fishing Report
34 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since January 2017

Captain Andy Cook loves chasing huge Yellowfin Tunas in the waters of Venice, Louisiana. He says there is no better place to fish for these wonderful big game fish and loves taking his guests out on the water for unforgettable fights with huge fish. He also loves teaching kids how to fish and all about the local species.

Andy Cook
Andy Cook
1
reports
34
reviews
2017
member since
~1h
response
Captain Andy Cook loves chasing huge Yellowfin Tunas in the waters of Venice, Louisiana. He says there is no better place to fish for these wonderful big game fish and loves taking his guests out on the water for unforgettable fights with huge fish. He also loves teaching kids how to fish and all about the local species.

The fish you can target

Amberjack
Amberjack
Scamp Grouper
Scamp Grouper
Red Snapper
Red Snapper
Yellowfin Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna
Wahoo
Wahoo
Amberjack
Amberjack
Scamp Grouper
Scamp Grouper
Red Snapper
Red Snapper
Yellowfin Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna
Wahoo
Wahoo

Real catches by this captain

  • Great persistence
    Jeremy L.
    Jeremy L.
  • Full day trip with captain Andy
    James Z.
    James Z.

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
40 ft
Year built
2007
Boat manufacturer
seahunter
Boat type
Sportfishing
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
3 x 300HP
Max cruising speed
45 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

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

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Outriggers
Ice box
Radar
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
First mate
Capt David

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 14 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 14 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
You keep catch

How you can pay

Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain

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:

 Cash

 Visa

 Mastercard

 American Express

 Checks

When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 4% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Venice right now

AmberjackAmberjack
Snapper (Red)Snapper (Red)
Tuna (Yellowfin)Tuna (Yellowfin)
WahooWahoo

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