Captain
Michael Foster

Member since March 2015 Fernandina Beach, United States
Background
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.

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Fernandina Beach, United States
Background
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.
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Excellent
4.9 / 5
(303 reviews)
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Trips from US $500
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4.3 / 5
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Trips from US $475

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 306 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Good experience
98%
Friendly captain
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Recommend this charter
98%
Appropriate for children
98%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
92%
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Kody K.
Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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Big Fin Charters

VERIFIED   Inshore fishing on July 23, 2025
This was one of the most enjoyable guided trips that I have taken. Mike and Ty are phenomenal guides! They are the utmost professionals...
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Beth K.
Excellent
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Best crew ever!

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip - Offshore (AM) on June 30, 2025
This was our second trip with Big Fin and it never disappoints! Had a blast fishing with Michael and Ty! They were super knowledgeable...
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Richard F.
Excellent
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Man Size Redfish

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip - Jettie (AM) on September 17, 2025
Capt Michael was tops. My wife and I went on a 4hr trip. He is experienced and worked very hard to get us on...
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Andre Y.
Excellent
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Great trip

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip - Offshore (AM) on August 2, 2025
Cptn Mike and crew mate Ty were great, knowledgeable fisherman who ensured my group and I had a fun time and most importantlyโ€ฆ...
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Nate K.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
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Great outing with Big Fin!

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip - Offshore (AM) on June 26, 2025
Great outing with Capt. Michael.ย  Got started early and got after it.ย  Hooked a bunch but the sharks were plenty and we had...
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