If you’re looking for a place where you have countless estuaries, hidden bays and inlets, and all-round excellent inshore fishing, you’re looking for Fernandina Beach. Sea Dolphin Charters have been fishing the area for years and you can rely on them to take you to the best fishing spots around and put you on the hottest bite!

You will fish from a 21’ center console, manufactured by Polar. Her shallow draft allows her to scurry up to the hardest-to-reach inlets and inshore waters, putting you right where the action is. She also has a wireless trolling motor, so you can sneak up to the spookiest fish and keep your cast steady once you get there. A t-top is there as well, to keep you cool from the Floridian sun.

Captain Gerald Wilder will be your guide and assistant on this fishing journey. You will go after a wide variety of exciting local species such as Redfish, Black Drums, Flounders, Blacktip Sharks, Spotted Seatrouts, Whitings, and anything else you may run across in these bountiful waters! The techniques used will mainly be fishing with light tackle, although fly fishing is also available, for the adventurous anglers. Live bait is available on this charter, mainly being Shrimp, a favorite on the local fish’s menu.

Sea Dolphin Charters has a minimum age policy for children, kids aged 6 and above are welcome on board. Customers can find free parking at the marina. Customers are advised to bring polarized sunglasses, adequate clothing, and sunscreen. Live bait is prepared in advance, so you can just get out there and fish!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    2 Hour Trip
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    2 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $350
    Two-hour charter. Sightseeing and fishing.
    Targeted fish
    Black Drum
    Black Drum
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Spotted Seatrout
    Spotted Seatrout
    Shark (Blue)
    Blue Shark
    Whiting
    Whiting
  • Private trip
    2 Hour Trip - Sightseeing & Fishing
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    2 Hour Trip, starts at 5:00 PM
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $350
    Feel free to choose your preferred start time for sightseeing and casual fishing! Our minimum booking duration is 2 hours, but we're flexible if you'd like to extend your adventure. Let us know what works best for you!
    Types of fishing
    River Fishing
    Inshore Fishing
  • Private trip
    3 Hour Trip (Great for kids)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    3 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $400
    This kid-friendly trip will take you fishing the bountiful waters around Fernandina Beach. You will target a variety of species such as Redfish, Black Drum, Flounders, Spotted Seatrouts, Whiting, Blacktip Sharks, and others you may run into. All required equipment is provided by the captain. You must bring at least one kid to this trip.
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Spinning
    Targeted fish
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Flounder
    Flounder
    Speckled Trout
    Speckled Trout
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Price for 2 persons
    US $450
    This trip will take you fishing the bountiful waters around Fernandina Beach. You will target a variety of species such as Redfish, Black Drum, Flounders, Spotted Seatrouts, Whiting, Blacktip Sharks, and others you may run into. All required equipment is provided by the captain.
    Targeted fish
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Flounder
    Flounder
    Whiting
    Whiting
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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 73 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
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Good experience
94%
Friendly captain
98%
Recommend this charter
93%
Appropriate for children
91%
Satisfied with the boat
96%
Caught fish
82%
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Michael S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Lieutenant Dan is Amazing;)

VERIFIED   3 Hour Trip (Great for kids) on June 7, 2024
We had a wonderful few hours with Captain Gerald.  My son wanted some shark to catch and he made sure we got him some in the...
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Alfred R.
Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Another great trip with Captain Gerald!

VERIFIED   3 Hour Trip (Great for kids) on October 8, 2023
This was out second charter with Captain Gerald, and he impressed us again! He was knowledgeable, patient, and entertaining...
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Jason T.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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July fishing trip

VERIFIED   2 Hour Trip on July 6, 2024
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Jeff S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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June fishing trip

VERIFIED   3 Hour Trip (Great for kids) on June 14, 2024
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John P.
Excellent
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Capt Gerald

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip on December 8, 2023
Awesome time!  Capt Gerald is the best- everything you could ask for in a charter!
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FAQs about Sea Dolphin Charters

Sea Dolphin Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $350 per group - 2 Hour Trip (2 hours)
  • US $350 per group - 2 Hour Trip - Sightseeing & Fishing (2 hours)
  • US $400 per group - 3 Hour Trip (Great for kids) (3 hours)
  • US $450 per group, additional US $25 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip (4 hours)

When you book a trip with Sea Dolphin Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Ice Box Large ice chest

Trips booked with Sea Dolphin Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Fishing License (Coast Guard and State of Fl., fully insured)

Sea Dolphin Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing (Creeks, Oyster bed areas, docks, structures )
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Backcountry Fishing

Sea Dolphin Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle (Small corks with live Shrimp)
  • Bottom Fishing (Bluefish, Whiting, Sharks)
  • Trolling

Top targeted fish species with Sea Dolphin Charters include:
  • Black Drum
  • Flounder
  • Redfish
  • Shark (Blacktip)
  • Spotted Seatrout
  • Whiting

Meet the Captain

Gerald Wilder
Fernandina Beach, Florida, United States
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73 Customer reviews
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Member since August 2017
I was born and raised here in the Amelia Island area. My father was a commercial shrimper for 40 years. We worked on the shrimp boat during summers. My family also had Littlefield fish camp during my teenage years, so I am well acquainted with the local waters. My goal is to go out and be safe and catch fish, with sightseeing along the way. I enjoy watching people catch fish and having a good time. We take out a lot of kids, and they are always welcome.

About this listing

Targeted species

Black Drum Black Drum
Flounder Flounder
Redfish Redfish
Shark (Blacktip) Blacktip Shark

Boat specs

Boat Image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
24 ft
Year built
2016
Boat manufacturer
Grady-White
Boat type
Center console

Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 200HP
Max cruising speed
40 knots

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Creeks, Oyster bed areas, docks, structures
Nearshore Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Small corks with live Shrimp
Bottom Fishing
Bluefish, Whiting, Sharks
Trolling

Amenities

GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Ice Box
Large ice chest

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Fishing License
Coast Guard and State of Fl., fully insured

Cancellation policy

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.

Listing policies

Pickup agreed upon reservation
Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.
Child Friendly
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

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

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