Southern Thunder Charters – Inshore
+59Southern Thunder Charters offers fully customized fishing trips in Melbourne, Florida. Captain Bryan Mincey has been fishing in Central Florida for over 30 years and loves sharing his fishing knowledge with others. He’s ready to help you catch almost anything in these waters. Gather your family or friends and join him for a personalized fishing experience you will remember for years to come!
You will fish aboard a 20’ Capehorn originally built in 2004.
This vessel boasts the latest fishing technology, including GPS, fishfinder, and a live bait well. Capt. Bryan will have rods, reels, and tackle ready and waiting on board when you arrive. The boat can carry up to four passengers and children are welcome.
Capt. Bryan will tailor your trip to make sure you can enjoy whatever experience you have in mind, day or night. While fishing inshore you can target Snook, Tarpon, Seatrout, and Redfish, some of the most sought-after species in Florida. Stalking these fish in shallow waters is the perfect way to spend your time during a half day trip. On the other hand, a full day inshore gives you time reel in as many of these fish as you can!
Fishing farther from shore allows you to target big game fish, including King Mackerel, Mahi Mahi, Sailfish, and more. These colorful pelagic species have captured the imagination of many anglers. Chase after these and bring home some bragging rights, or at least a fantastic tale about the one that got away. Visit the captain’s second listing for offshore trips.
Southern Thunder Charters include a fishing license and top of the line gear by Penn and Shimano. Depending on the species, you are welcome to keep your catch and Capt. Bryan will clean and fillet it for you.
The adventure awaits! Book your next trip today and come see for yourself what makes fishing in Florida so unforgettable.
Captain
Bryan Mincey
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+141Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
97%
Appropriate for children
96%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
99%
Caught fish
85%
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Awesome trip
Half Day Inshore (AM) on April 24, 2025
Captain Mincey was beyond great! He worked hard to help my Grandson catch his 1st snook. Knowledgeable of the area and just a good guy! I will book again!
Captain Mincey was beyond great! He worked hard to help my Grandson catch his 1st snook. Knowledgeable of the area and just a good guy! I will book again!
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Great Guide!!!
Half Day Inshore (PM) on April 4, 2025
Second time out with Bryan, and there will definitely be a third. Works hard to put you on fish.
Second time out with Bryan, and there will definitely be a third. Works hard to put you on fish.
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Half Day Inshore (AM) on March 20, 2025
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Full Day Trip Inshore on March 13, 2025
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December fishing trip
Half Day Inshore (AM) on December 27, 2024
FAQs about Southern Thunder Charters – Inshore
What are the trip rates for Southern Thunder Charters – Inshore?
Southern Thunder Charters – Inshore offers the following trips to customers:
- US $500 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Inshore (AM) (4 hours)
- US $500 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Inshore (PM) (4 hours)
- US $800 per group - Full Day Trip Inshore (8 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Southern Thunder Charters – Inshore?
When you book a trip with Southern Thunder Charters – Inshore, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Live Bait Well
What's included in the trip price with Southern Thunder Charters – Inshore?
Trips booked with Southern Thunder Charters – Inshore include:
- Rods, reels & tackle (Penn and Shimano)
- Live Bait (There is no charge for live bait it is included in the price)
- Lures
- Catch cleaning & filleting (There is not an additional charge for cleaning and filleting you catch. Everything is included in the price)
- Drinks (Bottled water and a cooler with Ice is provided free of charge. You are also welcome to bring other beverages if you prefer.)
- Fishing License (No need to purchase a license my licenses cover everyone on the boat and are included in the price of the trip.)
What types of fishing does Southern Thunder Charters – Inshore offer?
Southern Thunder Charters – Inshore offers the following types of fishing:
- River Fishing (We fish Sebastian inlet and the Indian River Lagoon )
- Inshore Fishing
- Nearshore Fishing
- Backcountry Fishing
What fishing techniques does Southern Thunder Charters – Inshore offer?
Southern Thunder Charters – Inshore offers the following fishing techniques:
- Light Tackle
- Heavy Tackle
- Bottom Fishing
- Trolling
- Spinning
Which fish species can I catch with Southern Thunder Charters – Inshore?
Top targeted fish species with Southern Thunder Charters – Inshore include:
- Black Drum
- Bluefish
- Cobia
- Flounder
- Jack Crevalle
- King Mackerel (Kingfish)
- Redfish
- Sheepshead
- Snook
- Spanish Mackerel
- Spotted Seatrout
Your captain
Melbourne Beach, Florida, United States
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I have been fishing since I was a small boy with my Dad. I remember waking up every Saturday to go wade fishing with my Dad or watching Flip Pallet on his TV show "Walkers Cay Chronicles." Ever since then, I have wanted to be a fishing guide. I love sharing my knowledge of fishing with others and seeing the big smile on their face when they reel in a big one!
The fish you can target
What is the boat like?
What kind of fishing will you do?
River Fishing
We fish Sebastian inlet and the Indian River Lagoon
Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Backcountry Fishing
Which fishing techniques you can try
Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Which amenities are available onboard
GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
What’s included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Penn and Shimano
Live Bait
There is no charge for live bait it is included in the price
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
There is not an additional charge for cleaning and filleting you catch. Everything is included in the price
Drinks
Bottled water and a cooler with Ice is provided free of charge. You are also welcome to bring other beverages if you prefer.
Fishing License
No need to purchase a license my licenses cover everyone on the boat and are included in the price of the trip.
How cancellations work
Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 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.
What the listing policies are
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
Kids of all ages are welcome. I have life jackets to fit everyone onboard
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed
How you can pay
Pay online in full
Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.
No additional fees.
Book with 25% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 25% 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
What’s biting in Melbourne Beach right now
Black Drum
Cobia
Jack Crevalle
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Redfish
Snook
Spotted Seatrout