Topwater Action Charters
+19Topwater Action Charters invites you on a super exciting fishing trip in the shallow waters of Jacksonville, Florida. The charter and its guide are dedicated to fishing for Redfish – a hard fighting and delicious species that makes your day on the water worth it!
The boat you will fish on is a 22’ Hewes center console powered by a 200 HP Yamaha engine. This vessel is fast, secure, and perfect for the shallow water. You will enjoy the ride as it glides across the shallows towards the hottest fishing spots. You will also find all the USCG approved safety equipment, as well as electronics including a fishfinder available on board.
Captain Michael Darveau grew up fishing the Jacksonville waterways and knows the nooks and crannies this magical place hides. He’ll show you the scenic backcountry of Jacksonville, with miles of winding creeks and exuberant wildlife. Some of the species you’ll be fishing for are Redfish, Speckled Trout, Black Drum, Flounder, Sheepshead, and others.
Topwater Action Charters will provide the fishing gear including rods, reels, tackle, live bait, a fishing license, and an expert guide. You are invited to bring your food and drinks for the day which can be kept in the icebox. Captain Michael looks forward to making your trip an enjoyable one.
Just take a look at the trips on offer, book one to your liking, and join Topwater Action Charters for an adventure you will never forget!
Captain
Michael Darveau
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+65Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
98%
Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Caught fish
95%
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Amazing day on the water
Half Day Trip on June 13, 2025
CPT Mike put us on the fish all day. From start to finish. He was amazing, great guide, knew the water ways and he is an amazing person. My God son Jesse and his GF Taylor are from Kansas and they said it was an amazing day of catching fish.
CPT Mike put us on the fish all day. From start to finish. He was amazing, great guide, knew the water ways and he is an amazing person. My God son Jesse and his GF Taylor are from Kansas and they said it was an amazing day of catching fish.
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Great time with Captain Mike!
Half Day Trip on March 28, 2025
Captain Mike took great care of us during our first chartered fishing service. We caught 2 redfish, 1 speckled trout and 6 yellow mouth trout. Great conversation, great weather, and great fishing. Couldn’t have asked for a better time spent!
Captain Mike took great care of us during our first chartered fishing service. We caught 2 redfish, 1 speckled trout and 6 yellow mouth trout. Great conversation, great weather, and great fishing. Couldn’t have asked for a better time spent!
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April Fishing Trip
Half Day Trip on April 2, 2025
Captain Mike , Thank you for another amazing fishing trip!
Captain Mike , Thank you for another amazing fishing trip!
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Thanks
Half Day Trip on March 19, 2025
Another great trip,thank you Capt..
Another great trip,thank you Capt..
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What fun!
Half Day Trip on September 7, 2024
Caught some good redfish on this trip, weather turned out great and it was an all around a great time.
Caught some good redfish on this trip, weather turned out great and it was an all around a great time.
FAQs about Topwater Action Charters
What are the trip rates for Topwater Action Charters?
Topwater Action Charters offers the following trip to customers:
- US $450 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip (5 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Topwater Action Charters?
When you book a trip with Topwater Action Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
- Fishfinder
- Live Bait Well
- Ice Box
What's included in the trip price with Topwater Action Charters?
Trips booked with Topwater Action Charters include:
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Live Bait
- Catch cleaning & filleting
- Fishing License
What types of fishing does Topwater Action Charters offer?
Topwater Action Charters offers the following types of fishing:
- River Fishing
- Inshore Fishing
- Flats Fishing
- Backcountry Fishing
What fishing techniques does Topwater Action Charters offer?
Topwater Action Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
- Light Tackle
- Bottom Fishing
- Spinning
Which fish species can I catch with Topwater Action Charters?
Top targeted fish species with Topwater Action Charters include:
- Black Drum
- Flounder
- Redfish
- Spotted Seatrout
Your captain
Jacksonville, Florida, United States
I was born and raised here in Jacksonville and have fished these waters my entire life. I have gained my knowledge of fishing through tournaments and the countless hours I have spent on our waterways. I am confident my experiences will provide you with a fantastic day of fishing. My preferred technique is sight casting to Redfish. Not everyone is capable of fishing that way so I have several other ways to catch fish. If you have never caught one or an inexperienced angler, my techniques will give you the opportunity to catch fish.
The fish you can target
What is the boat like?
What kind of fishing will you do?
River Fishing
Inshore Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing
Which fishing techniques you can try
Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Spinning
Which amenities are available onboard
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Ice Box
What’s included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Catch cleaning & filleting
Fishing License
How cancellations work
Free cancellation up to 1 day prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 1 day 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 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 30% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 30% 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
Checks
What’s biting in Jacksonville right now
Black Drum
Redfish
Spotted Seatrout