Merganzer Fishing Charters 

4.9/5 (104 reviews)
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 South Harbor Place, Waukegan, IL 60085, United States

Merganzer Fishing Charters 

Waukegan, IL, United States
34 ft
6
4.9/5 (104 reviews)

Merganzer Fishing Charters offers full-service fishing experiences at a variety of lengths, heading onto Lake Michigan for Salmon, Trout, and Perch. The focus of each trip is to make sure everyone has a fun and productive time on the water, no matter their age or experience level. So get down to the dock, and get ready for some of the best fishing Lake Michigan has to offer!

There is no better place to enjoy the beauty of the Great Lakes than aboard Captain Daryl's 34 Tiara cruiser. The vessel is large and spacious enough to carry 6 guests in complete comfort, and has an air-conditioned interior with a cabin, galley, enclosed head, and plenty of space to relax in the cool on a hot summer's day.

This is not just some pleasure cruise, however, the vessel has been set up for targeting the best and biggest the lake has to offer, and comes equipped with everything from GPS and Fishfinder to outriggers and downriggers to make sure you get the best angling experience fishing for the delicious fish which inhabit the lake.

The thing that sets Merganzer Fishing Charters apart from the pack is the skill and care with which each trip is run. Captain Daryl has been fishing Lake Michigan for over 30 years, and has been running charters for almost two decades. He is joined on each trip by his energetic and experienced first mate, and the two of them will work with you from the moment you book to make sure your trip is as special as it can be.

All trips come with tackle and bait, just remember to bring your fishing license with all necessary stamps, and a big cooler to take all your catch home in at the end of the day!

Merganzer Fishing Charters offers full-service fishing experiences at a variety of lengths, heading onto Lake Michigan for Salmon, Trout, and Perch. The focus of each trip is to make sure everyone has a fun and productive time on the water, no matter their age or experience level. So get down to the dock, and get ready for some of the best fishing Lake Michigan has to offer!

There is no better place to enjoy the beauty of the Great Lakes than aboard Captain Daryl's 34 Tiara cruiser. The vessel is large and spacious enough to carry 6 guests in complete comfort, and has an air-conditioned interior with a cabin, galley, enclosed head, and plenty of space to relax in the cool on a hot summer's day.

This is not just some pleasure cruise, however, the vessel has been set up for targeting the best and biggest the lake has to offer, and comes equipped with everything from GPS and Fishfinder to outriggers and downriggers to make sure you get the best angling experience fishing for the delicious fish which inhabit the lake.

The thing that sets Merganzer Fishing Charters apart from the pack is the skill and care with which each trip is run. Captain Daryl has been fishing Lake Michigan for over 30 years, and has been running charters for almost two decades. He is joined on each trip by his energetic and experienced first mate, and the two of them will work with you from the moment you book to make sure your trip is as special as it can be.

All trips come with tackle and bait, just remember to bring your fishing license with all necessary stamps, and a big cooler to take all your catch home in at the end of the day!

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Customer reviews

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Rating

4.9
104 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience
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What anglers say

97%
Great experience
95%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
98%
Good boat
97%
Recommended
95%
Caught fish

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Trip availability and prices

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Number of days
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Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
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5 Hour Trip – Mon-Fri (PM) MAX 3
5 hour trip starts at 3:00 PM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
US $700
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 Hour Trip – Sat/Sun MAX 3
6 hour trip multiple starting times (5:00 AM, 12:00 PM)
Seasonal trip
(Sat, Sun)
US $750
Entire boat: up to 6 people
5 Hour Trip – Sat/Sun MAX 4
5 hour trip multiple starting times (5:00 AM, 12:00 PM)
Seasonal trip
(Sat, Sun)
US $800
Entire boat: up to 6 people
5 Hour Trip – Mon-Fri (PM) 4PPL
5 hour trip starts at 3:00 PM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
US $800
Entire boat: up to 6 people
5 Hour – Sat/Sun 5-6 Person (AM)
5 hour trip starts at 5:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Sat, Sun)
US $850
Entire boat: up to 6 people
5 Hour – Sat/Sun 5-6 Persons (PM)
5 hour trip starts at 12:00 PM
Seasonal trip
(Sat, Sun)
US $850
Entire boat: up to 6 people
5 Hour Trip – Friday 5-6 people
5 hour trip starts at 3:00 PM
Seasonal trip
(Fri)
US $850
Entire boat: up to 6 people
5 Hour Trip – Mon-Thur (PM) 5-6 ppl
5 hour trip starts at 3:00 PM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu)
US $850
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 Hour Trip – Sat/Sun MAX 4
6 hour trip multiple starting times (5:00 AM, 12:00 PM)
Seasonal trip
(Sat, Sun)
US $900
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 Hour – Sat/Sun 5-6 Persons (AM)
6 hour trip starts at 5:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Sat, Sun)
US $950
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 Hour – Sat-Sun 5-6 Persons (PM)
6 hour trip starts at 12:00 PM
Seasonal trip
(Fri, Sat, Sun)
US $950
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 Hour Trip Labor Day 5-11am 5-6pl
6 hour trip starts at 5:30 PM
Seasonal trip
(Mon)
US $950
Entire boat: up to 6 people
8 Hour Trip – Fri/Sat/Sun (MAX 6)
8 hour trip starts at 5:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Fri, Sat, Sun)
US $1,140
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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Customer reviews

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Rating

4.9
104 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience
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What anglers say

97%
Great experience
95%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
98%
Good boat
97%
Recommended
95%
Caught fish

All reviews (104)

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FAQs about Merganzer Fishing Charters

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The fish you can target

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Yachts
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
34 ft
Year built
1987
Boat manufacturer
Tiara
Boat type
Cruiser
Engine model
Mercury Cruiser
Powered by
2 x 350HP
Max cruising speed
28 knots
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