Fernandina Beach
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Trips from
US $550
Captain
Michael Foster
Fernandina Beach, United States
Federal waters
Angler's choice
250+ reviews
Captain Michael Foster has been fishing for over two decades now and guiding for more than a decade. He's a 3rd generation captain, proudly continuing the family tradition. His family are native to Amelia Island and especially connected to the waters around the island – they're commercial fishermen. With Capt. Michael, you get the benefit of more than a single lifetime spent fishing the local waters, at your disposal.
Ty E.
Captain
Charters
- Fernandina BeachInstant ConfirmationTrips fromUS $375
Rating
4.9
433 reviews
4.9
Boat & Equipment
5.0
Captain & Crew
4.9
Fishing Experience
Anglers' gallery (698)
What anglers say
99%
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
99%
Recommend this charter
98%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
95%
Caught fish
All reviews (433)
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Jeremy Hamelink5.0VerifiedNEWIncredible Time!
2 Hour Trip – Inshore - 1:30 PM • 2 adultsDespite having received 2 inches of rain overnight and the waters being churned up, our captain, Ty, called audibles as necessary throughout the excursion and ensured we got on fish. Beyond catching an awesome variety of fish, highlighted by the bull, black-tip, and bonnet head sharks we caught, Ty made the trip. His professional, relaxed demeanor, and awesome stories were outstanding!!! If we lived closer, he’d be a friend for life! Awesome outfit, and even better people!! Thanks, Captain Ty!!!
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Jennifer SmithRepeat angler5.0VerifiedNEWFamily friendly and Ty was awesome!
4 Hour Trip – Jetty • 4 adults • 1 childWe had a fun time with Captain Ty on our fishing charter! Very relatable and attended to our needs. Unfortunately, due to the weather, we weren’t able to make it out to the jetties, but safety comes first. The trip was still enjoyable, caught a box of fish, and we appreciated the experience. Thank you for getting us out on the water and making the best of the conditions. We would recommend this charter to anyone looking for a fun day of fishing!
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Kiara Swinehart5.0Verified🎣 Caught More Than Fish…We Caught Great Memories!
4 Hour Trip – Jetty • 2 adultsWe had an incredible time with Big Fin Charters II! Captain Ty made this so much more than just a fishing trip.. it was a true experience from start to finish. His patience, expertise, and knowledge of the water were outstanding, and he took the time to make sure everyone was comfortable, having fun, and enjoying the day. What really made the trip special was how personable he was. We never felt like we were just another charter; he genuinely interacted with us, answered our questions, shared stories, and made us feel like we were spending the day with a friend. If you're looking for an unforgettable fishing adventure, we can't recommend Big Fin Charters II and Captain Ty enough. We had an amazing time, made wonderful memories, and are already looking forward to booking another trip with him in the future!
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+1Response from CaptainThank you guys very much!!
Gabriel Illa5.0VerifiedFishing trip from GA
3hr inshore charter PM • 5 adults • 2 childrenThe Cpt took us out today when I screwed up the date of my reservation. We caught him as he was done for the day and he still took us out a week earlier then I mistakenly reserved. It was a short trip but he got us on some fish. Nothing we could keep but definitely what we wanted to target. Just too big to keep lol. I got sea sick and he quickly transitioned to a calmer spot. This dudes customer service is top notch and I give him 6 stars for his hospitality. I had my dad with me and it meant the world to me for him to experience this. Thanks Cpt.
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Amy Palsgrove5.0VerifiedBest Captain and Trip Ever
3 Hour Trip – Nearshore - 11:30 AM • 5 adultsWhat an amazing experience we had with Captain Ty! He was awesome and helped each of us with catching all kinds of fish (redfish, tarpon, Spanish mackerel, catfish, bluefish, and shark). He had a lot of patience and understanding. Captain Ty was also personable, which made you feel very comfortable with him. It definitely was a great experience and we would recommend him to anyone looking for a day out on a charter boat. Thanks a bunch, Captain Ty, for giving us our best experience thus far as a family!
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Our Fishing Locations
What's biting with Big Fin Charters in Fernandina Beach
This is when the season slows down, but inshore fishing still provides plenty of exciting opportunities for anglers looking to take advantage of quieter waters. Target the last of the bull Redfish, as well as Black Drum.
Top catches for November
Fishing reports
Red Snapper Offshore & Amelia Island Red
Oct 20, 2026 • Fernandina Beach
? LAST WEEK’S RECAP: RED SNAPPER & REDFISH! ?
We had some great action last week, putting together some nice red snapper offshore and redfish back around Amelia Island! ??
The weather is pretty nasty right now, but we’ve still got a few weather windows to get out there and bend some rods! ? Keep an eye on the forecast and take advantage of those breaks while they last.
? Fishing out of Amelia Island, Florida
? We have a few openings available! Don’t wait until the weather clears completely to get your trip
#BigFinCharters #AmeliaIslandFishing #RedSnapper #Redfish #FishingCharters #FernandinaBeach
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Red Snapper Offshore and Amelia Island R
Oct 15, 2026 • Fernandina Beach
? LAST WEEK’S RECAP: RED SNAPPER & REDFISH! ?
We had some great action last week, putting together some nice red snapper offshore and redfish back around Amelia Island! ??
The weather is pretty nasty right now, but we’ve still got a few weather windows to get out there and bend some rods! ? Keep an eye on the forecast and take advantage of those breaks while they last.
? Fishing out of Amelia Island, Florida
? We have a few openings available! Don’t wait until the weather clears completely to get your trip
#BigFinCharters #AmeliaIslandFishing #RedSnapper #Redfish #FishingCharters #FernandinaBeach
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Great Offshore Day for Table Fare
Aug 14, 2026 • Fernandina Beach
Another great trip with the guys from Lighthouse Electrical! ??
The ocean was about as nice as it gets today, and the fish cooperated! Our full-day offshore trips this time of year are producing some excellent table fare and plenty of action.
August and September are prime months for offshore fishing out of Amelia Island, so don’t miss your chance to load the cooler and enjoy a day on the water!
? We still have openings — book your trip today!
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Limits of Vermilion Snapper and Cobia
Aug 9, 2026 • Fernandina Beach
? OFFSHORE FISHING REPORT ?
Made a quick run offshore today to beat the storms, and it paid off! We put a quick limit of B-liners (vermillion snapper) in the box along with a nice cobia. We also released some big jacks and caught all the red snapper you could want to pull on! ??
August and September are great months for offshore fishing out of Amelia Island, with vermillion snapper, triggerfish, cobia, and plenty of other bottom dwellers keeping the rods bent.
We still have openings, so don’t wait—book your offshore trip with Big Fin Charters today!
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Surprise blackfin
Jul 26, 2026 • Fernandina Beach
What a surprise today! While live bait fishing for kingfish, we had an unexpected blackfin tuna crash the party! ?
The fishing has been absolutely on fire both inshore and offshore. From kingfish, tarpon, redfish, and flounder to surprise blackfin tuna, there's no shortage of action right now.
If you've been thinking about getting out on the water, now is the time. Book your trip with Big Fin Charters and get in on some of the best fishing of the season!
? Limited dates are available, so don't wait!
#BigFinCharters #AmeliaIslandFishing #Kingfish #BlackfinTuna #FloridaFishing
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Great action
Jun 7, 2026 • Fernandina Beach
Cobia, redfish, and tarpon have been stealing the show the last few days! The action has been nonstop with quality fish hitting the deck on every trip. From hard-fighting tarpon and drag-screaming cobia to slot redfish keeping anglers busy, it's been one incredible stretch of fishing.
The bite is hot, the weather is shaping up, and now is the time to get on the water. Don't miss your chance to experience some of the best inshore and nearshore fishing of the season.
Limited dates available — book your trip today!
#CobiaFishing #TarponFishing #RedfishFishing #FloridaFishing
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