High Tide Charters
+143High Tide Charters is run by Captain Andrew out of Lake Charles, Louisiana. He is a full-time guide in the Lake Charles area and has spent his whole life on the water around these parts. He’s caught fish in just about every stretch of water from Calcasieu to Sabine Lake and the Gulf of Mexico. He specializes in light tackle inshore fishing for Speckled Trout and Redfish.
Most of the year is spent fishing Redfish and Trout, and depending on the season you will also chase for Flounder, Cobia, and Tripletail. During wintertime, the coveted trophy sized Speckled Trout is a popular target. Whether you want to chase schooling Trout for fast action fishing, sight cast Redfish in the shallow Louisiana marshes, or go nearshore to try your hand at fighting a big Cobia or Tripletail, Captain Andrew has you covered.
You will be fishing out of a 2017 Haynie 25’ bay boat powered by a 350 HP Mercury Verado. The boat is built to ensure a safe ride and comfortable, spacious fishing room. It also includes all the necessary navigation and safety equipment, as well as a live well for bait.
Captain Andrew also offers pickup from the casinos in Lake Charles if you would like to stay there and be able to walk right out to the dock and head out on your trip. If you’re looking for an authentic experience in fishing on and around the Louisiana coast, he’s the man for the job. Those looking to bring their catch home should bring along an ice box if they have one. Live bait is not included and typically costs $10 per person, based upon the marina’s price. Apart from that, make sure to bring sunglasses, don’t forget your fishing license and you’ll be fishing before you know it.
Captain
Andrew Soileau
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+35Angler rating
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Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
96%
Caught fish
94%
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Half Day Trip (PM) – Casino Pickup on December 26, 2024
Andrew was the perfect guide. He attended to every need, especially all the hang ups. Taught new tricks to fishing and we caught. Thank you so much for your service and kindness. Can’t wait to do this again.
Andrew was the perfect guide. He attended to every need, especially all the hang ups. Taught new tricks to fishing and we caught. Thank you so much for your service and kindness. Can’t wait to do this again.
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Great experience all around
Half Day Trip (PM) – Casino Pickup on October 10, 2024
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Half Day Trip (PM) – Casino Pickup on October 25, 2024
Wylie, TX
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Full day trip with Dominic
Full day trip (AM) on June 30, 2023
We had a wonderful fishing experience with Captain Dominic. He knew exactly where the fish were biting and we started catching trout right away. We moved to a 2nd location where we reeled in the big ones. My wife caught a 57 pound black drum and we put a couple of large redfish in the boat as well. Every location we moved to proved to be good for fishing. Constantly catching fish made us forget about the 100+ temperature outside. It was so worth it. Would definitely recommend High Tide and Captain Dominic.
We had a wonderful fishing experience with Captain Dominic. He knew exactly where the fish were biting and we started catching trout right away. We moved to a 2nd location where we reeled in the big ones. My wife caught a 57 pound black drum and we put a couple of large redfish in the boat as well. Every location we moved to proved to be good for fishing. Constantly catching fish made us forget about the 100+ temperature outside. It was so worth it. Would definitely recommend High Tide...
Frisco, Texas
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Half Day Trip with Capt Andrew
Half Day Trip (PM) on July 16, 2023
We took our toddler with us for his first fishing trip and boat ride. Capt Andrew was awesome with him! He took him to see dolphins aka “sharks”. This will be a treasured memory for this grandma! When it comes to fishing, Capt Andrew knows his stuff. I highly recommend a trip with him. We, for sure, will be repeat customers.
We took our toddler with us for his first fishing trip and boat ride. Capt Andrew was awesome with him! He took him to see dolphins aka “sharks”. This will be a treasured memory for this grandma! When it comes to fishing, Capt Andrew knows his stuff. I highly recommend a trip with him. We, for sure, will be repeat customers.
FAQs about High Tide Charters
What are the trip rates for High Tide Charters?
High Tide Charters offers the following trips to customers:
- US $500 per group, additional US $150 per person after 3 guests - Half Day Trip (PM) (4 hours)
- US $550 per group, additional US $150 per person after 3 guests - Half Day Trip (PM) – Casino Pickup (4 hours)
- US $700 per group, additional US $200 per person after 3 guests - Full day trip (AM) (8 hours)
- US $750 per group, additional US $200 per person after 3 guests - Full Day Trip (AM) – Casino Pickup (8 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with High Tide Charters?
When you book a trip with High Tide Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Live Bait Well
- Wireless Trolling Motor
What's included in the trip price with High Tide Charters?
Trips booked with High Tide Charters include:
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Lures
- Catch cleaning & filleting
- Drinks
What types of fishing does High Tide Charters offer?
High Tide Charters offers the following types of fishing:
- River Fishing (Calcasieu river and ship channel)
- Lake Fishing (Calcasieu lake, also known as “Big Lake”)
- Inshore Fishing (Calcasieu estuary)
- Nearshore Fishing (Up to five miles out.)
- Flats Fishing
- Backcountry Fishing (Coastal salt marshes)
What fishing techniques does High Tide Charters offer?
High Tide Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
- Light Tackle
- Spinning
- Popping
- Fly Fishing
- Drift Fishing
Which fish species can I catch with High Tide Charters?
Top targeted fish species with High Tide Charters include:
- Black Drum
- Flounder
- Redfish
- Speckled Trout
- Tripletail
Your captain
Lake Charles, Louisiana, United States
Fishing has always been my biggest passion. While growing up all I could think about was my next trip. Now my dream has come true being a full time fishing guide able to spend everyday on the water and share it with others.
The fish you can target
What is the boat like?
What kind of fishing will you do?
River Fishing
Calcasieu river and ship channel
Lake Fishing
Calcasieu lake, also known as “Big Lake”
Inshore Fishing
Calcasieu estuary
Nearshore Fishing
Up to five miles out.
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing
Coastal salt marshes
Which fishing techniques you can try
Light Tackle
Spinning
Popping
Fly Fishing
Drift Fishing
Which amenities are available onboard
GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Wireless Trolling Motor
What’s included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Drinks
How cancellations work
Free cancellation up to 14 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 14 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 included in price
Child Friendly
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed
How you can pay
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
Checks
What’s biting in Lake Charles right now
Black Drum
Flounder
Redfish
Speckled Trout
Tripletail