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On A Mission Sportfishing takes you fishing around Northeast Florida. Come explore nearshore reefs and wrecks or head 60 miles offshore to get Sailfish and Mahi.

Year-round, Captain Travis puts his clients on fish and turns their day on the water into a lasting memory. No matter how experienced you are, you will find a trip that suits you.

You will be fishing from a 32’ Contender center console that is powered by twin 300 HP Suzuki engines. She is fitted with navigational equipment and has a live bait well, outriggers, downriggers, and carries all the safety gear and fishing equipment. She can take up to six anglers.

Capt. Travis has been a fisherman his whole life. He is a seasoned angler who has fished the local offshore fisheries for over two decades. He knows the area well and will make sure you have an enjoyable day on the water.

Aboard Capt. Travis’ charter, you can target Vermillion, Mangrove, and Red Snapper, Broomtail Grouper, Cobia, Mackerel, Mahi Mahi, Sailfish, Tuna, and even Blue Marlin. The season can affect the species you can get during your trip, but Capt. Travis has the expertise to help and put you on right track.

All the fishing gear is supplied onboard. The captain will provide rods and Penn reels, hooks, leaders, weights, lures, and plugs. The rates include the fishing license. You need to show up and bring some food and drinks, as well as a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a camera.

Get your friends and families and hop onboard! Make sure to book on time to get a spot aboard. You want to get that dream fish and Capt. Travis is there to help!



Trip availability and prices

  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $975
    Targeting various fish in season within 25 miles of land, includes Cobia, Kingfish, Bonita, Amberjack, Snapper, Grouper and other species.
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Red Snapper AM
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Jul 12 - Jul 12 (Sun)
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $1,250
    Fishing for Red Snappers from 7am to 1pm
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Red Snapper PM
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 2:00 PM
    Seasonal trip Jul 12 - Jul 12 (Sun)
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $1,250
    Afternoon fishing trip targeting red snappers. Fishing 2pm to 8pm.
  • Private trip
    8 Hour Trip
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $1,450
    Targeting various fish in season within 25 miles of land. Includes Cobia, Kingfish, Bonita, Barracuda, Amberjack, Snapper, Grouper and other Species.
  • Private trip
    10 Hour Trip
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    10 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $1,700
    On this 10 hour trip, you will be fishing the offshore waters from 10 to 45 miles for a variety of species. You and your friends will have plenty of time to explore the offshore fisheries and target Mackerel, Mahi, Tuna, Sailfish, Marlin, Grouper, and Snapper. All the gear is waiting for you onboard as well as the fishing license. Pack food and drinks, a hat, sunglasses, a camera, and sunscreen.
  • Private trip
    12 Hour Trip
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    12 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $2,000
    This 12 hour trip is the ultimate fishing experience. You will be fishing between 20 and 60 miles offshore, targeting a variety of species. Depending on the time of the year, you could be getting anything from Sailfish to Snapper. Pack a hat, shades, sunscreen, a camera, food, drinks, and water. All the gear is provided onboard.
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Customer reviews

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Excellent
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Scott S.
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Great adventure

VERIFIED   10 Hour Trip on July 4, 2024
Captain and deckhand were very knowledgeable and friendly. My son and I had an amazing trip and caught several big fish. Would...
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Denise B. M.
Jacksonville, FL
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What a GREAT day!

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip on September 5, 2021
My two cousins and I went out with Capt. Travis for a 6-hour bottom fishing trip.  We caught a ton of fish, including 2 6-8...
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Ty B.
Saint Augustine, Florida
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Best Charter in my Experience

VERIFIED   10 Hour Trip on July 20, 2019
The Captain, Travis, is an extremely knowledgable and eager Captain that did not mess around when it comes to putting us on...
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Frederick W.
Augusta, GA
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Great morning in the open water

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip on June 19, 2021
Had a great time. 10/10, would recommend to anyone, anytime. Capt travis was easy going, well prepared, and knew the...
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Candice D.
Green Cove Springs, FL
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6 hour trip with Capt Travis

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip on May 2, 2021
We went on a 6hr charter with Capt Travis. As soon as we started dropping lines in the water, our lines got tight.  He definitely...
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FAQs about On A Mission Sportfishing

On A Mission Sportfishing offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $975 per group - 6 Hour Trip (6 hours)
  • US $1,250 per group - 6 Hour Red Snapper AM (6 hours)
  • US $1,250 per group - 6 Hour Red Snapper PM (6 hours)
  • US $1,450 per group - 8 Hour Trip (8 hours)
  • US $1,700 per group - 10 Hour Trip (10 hours)
  • US $2,000 per group - 12 Hour Trip (12 hours)

When you book a trip with On A Mission Sportfishing, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Outriggers
  • Radar

Trips booked with On A Mission Sportfishing include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Fishing License

On A Mission Sportfishing offers the following types of fishing:
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing

On A Mission Sportfishing offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Drift Fishing
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with On A Mission Sportfishing include:
  • Barracuda (Great)
  • Cobia
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Grouper (Broomtail)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Marlin (Blue)
  • Sailfish
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Snapper (Vermilion)
  • Triggerfish (Gray)
  • Tuna (Blackfin)

Your captain

Travis Archer
St. Augustine, Florida, United States
5 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
22 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since November 2017
Experienced captain fishing the offshore waters of St. Augustine and Daytona Beach for over 20 years.

The fish you can target

Barracuda (Great) Great Barracuda
Cobia Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi) Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Grouper (Broomtail) Broomtail Grouper

What the boat is like

Boat Image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
32 ft
Year built
2010
Boat manufacturer
Contender
Boat type
Center console

Engine model
Suzuki V6 Four Stroke
Powered by
2 x 300HP

Which types of fishing are offered

Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Drift Fishing
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Outriggers
Radar

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Fishing License

How cancellations work

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.

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
3+, vests for kids provided
No Smoking
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
Visa
Mastercard
American Express
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 2.5% charge will apply.

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