Capt JB’s Charters
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Capt JB’s Charters

State licensed
5.0 Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent (55)
1 Bay Avenue
Apalachicola FL, United States

“Capt JB’s Charters” invites you on a fishing adventure launching out of Apalachicola, Florida! A day out with Captain John, a local to the area, gives you the opportunity to get a taste the areas peace and quiet, as well as some epic fishing!

Hop aboard his spacious 25’ Epic center console, ideal for up to 6 anglers. She’s powered by a 250 HP Yamaha 4-stroke engine and is rigged with top-notch navigational electronics, including GPS and Fishfinder. There’s also a T-top cockpit for welcome shade, a live well, and a 10’ power pole shallow water anchoring system to keep you rooted.

Capt. John accommodates all of your inshore and nearshore fishing needs! He’ll have you going after the likes of Redfish, Black Drum, Spanish Mackerel, Tripletail, and Pompano. What’s more, he offers specialized Shark trips, as well as nighttime Flounder gigging trips!

On board you’ll find equipment for a wide range of fishing techniques including bottom fishing, spinning, popping, drift fishing, trolling, and jigging. If you want to bring your own gear and tackle, feel free to do so! All you really need are any drinks and snacks you’d like to enjoy.

Enjoy a serene day on the waters just outside Apalachicola and go home with some seriously tasty fish aboard Capt JB’s Charters!

  • Fishing License
  • Live Bait
  • You Keep Catch
  • Child Friendly
  • Ice Box
  • Rods, reels & tackle

Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    5 Hour Trip – Nearshore/Offshore
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    $700
    Take off on this slightly longer trip and go into deeper waters to target delicious bottom fish! You'll go after the likes of Snapper, Grouper, and Seabass with gear provided by Capt. John. If you're looking for more action– this is the trip for you!
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip – Flounder Gigging
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 PM
    $400
    Head out for a unique night trip that will see you gigging for Flounder! It's best to target these flatfish long after the sun has gone down and Capt. John provides all the gear you need to do so. Anglers of all skill levels are welcome, however it's recommended that children are over the age of 12.
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip – Sharks
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 PM
    $400
    Face off against the ocean's fiercest competitors with a half-day of Shark fishing! You'll battle it out with the likes of Bull Shark and Blacktip Shark with gear provided by Capt. John. This trip is recommended for more experienced anglers and is not suitable for children.
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    $400
    This trip will see you fishing the Bay for Redfish, Black Drum, Tripletail, and more. Capt. John provides you with all the gear and tackle, as well as with the licenses. Pack any drinks and snacks you'd like to enjoy and you're good to go!
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 2:00 PM
    $400
    If afternoons are your active hours, opt for the PM trip! You'll explore the Bay for the likes of Redfish, Black Drum, Tripletail, and Trout. Capt. John provides all the gear you need and is happy to clean and fillet your catch at the end of the trip. Pack any drinks and snacks you'd like to enjoy and you're good to go!
  • Private trip
    3 Hour Trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    3 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    $350
    Whether you've got a few free hours in the morning or the afternoon, Capt. John is happy to take you out on the water! Explore the inshore waters and bring your youngsters out for their first spin on the waters.
  • Private trip
    2 Hour Trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    2 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    $250
    If you've only got a few hours to spare or want to take your youngsters out for a fishing lesson, opt for this short trip! Departure times are flexible, just get in touch with Capt. John beforehand.
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About the Captain

John Layne
Apalachicola, Florida, United States
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55 Customer Reviews
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Member since February 2017
Captain John Layne was born and raised fishing in the bays and flats of the Apalachicola Bay. He's an avid angler and passionate about sharing his knowledge and experience with his guests. Hooking big Redfish inshore is his specialty! He also loves sharing his knowledge and learning from other passionate anglers.

About this listing

Targeted Species

Black Drum Black Drum
Flounder Flounder
Pompano Pompano
Redfish Redfish

Shark (Blacktip) Blacktip Shark
Shark (Bull) Bull Shark
Spanish Mackerel Spanish Mackerel
Speckled Trout Speckled Trout

Tarpon Tarpon
Tripletail Tripletail

Boat Specs

Epic (Center console) originally built in 2017. Powered by a 250HP Yamaha 4 stroke engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 45 knots.

Length
25 ft
Capacity
6 persons

Types of Fishing

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Flats Fishing

Fishing Techniques

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Fly Fishing
Drift Fishing
Flounder Gigging

Amenities

GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Multimedia System
Wireless Trolling Motor
Ice Box
GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Multimedia System
Wireless Trolling Motor
Ice Box

Trip Includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Fishing License

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip

Customers can cancel or modify their booking up to 7 days before the trip date free of charge. If the trip is canceled or modified later, or in the event of a no-show, 100% of the deposit will be charged.

Listing Policies

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

Pay online in full

Pay online in full through FishingBooker and avoid any additional costs or unnecessary hassle with carrying cash.

No additional fees.
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
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 4% charge will apply.

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Customer Reviews

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Appropriate for children
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Satisfied with the boat
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Catch intended fish
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Bob W.
Walden, TN
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Half Day Trip with Captain John

VERIFIED   NEW  4 Hour Trip (AM) on October 13, 2021
An early morning start helped assure a successful outing with Captain John. His knowledge of the waters, the fish, and the...
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Roswell, GA
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My Trip

VERIFIED   NEW  5 Hour Trip – Nearshore/Offshore on September 29, 2021
Great time w Captain John. Took my 12 year old off shore for the first time. Went out about 8 miles and enjoyed watching him...
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Smyrna, GA
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Despite a tropical storm, fishing was fulfilled

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip (AM) on June 21, 2021
Captain JB was very knowledgeable of the species and habits of the fish regarding tide and weather. Was hoping to catch reds,...
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Tallassee, Alabama
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4 hour trip

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip (AM) on May 29, 2021
captain was very friendly and took us to catch some red fish. didn’t have any luck thought. we went to another spot and got...
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Marion, IN
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4 hour trip

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip (PM) on April 29, 2021
Captain John was great!  Made sure we found some fish to catch, was a wealth of information on all things ocean, fishing and...
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FAQs about Capt JB’s Charters

Capt JB’s Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • $250 per group, additional $50 per person after 4 guests - 2 Hour Trip (2 hours)
  • $350 per group, additional $50 per person after 4 guests - 3 Hour Trip (3 hours)
  • $400 per group, additional $50 per person after 4 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Flounder Gigging (4 hours)
  • $400 per group, additional $50 per person after 4 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Sharks (4 hours)
  • $400 per group, additional $50 per person after 4 guests - 4 Hour Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • $400 per group, additional $50 per person after 4 guests - 4 Hour Trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • $700 per group, additional $50 per person after 4 guests - 5 Hour Trip – Nearshore/Offshore (5 hours)
When you book a trip with Capt JB’s Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Multimedia System
  • Wireless Trolling Motor
  • Ice Box
Trips booked with Capt JB’s Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Fishing License
Capt JB’s Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Flats Fishing
Capt JB’s Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Fly Fishing
  • Drift Fishing
  • Flounder Gigging
Top targeted fish species with Capt JB’s Charters include:
  • Black Drum
  • Flounder
  • Pompano
  • Redfish
  • Shark (Blacktip)
  • Shark (Bull)
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Speckled Trout
  • Tarpon
  • Tripletail