Charter Operator
Pelican Charters

Member since June 2018 Venice, United States
Background
Captain John Duplass was born and raised fishing the waters of Venice, LA. Taking customers on the water, meeting like-minded folks, and seeing smiles on peoples’ faces after they land a monster fish are among his favorite things in life. Captain John is ready to show you a great time, so join him down and the crew on the Bayou and book your next fishing trip with Pelican Charters!

Hey, we're Pelican Charters

Venice, United States
Background
Captain John Duplass was born and raised fishing the waters of Venice, LA. Taking customers on the water, meeting like-minded folks, and seeing smiles on peoples’ faces after they land a monster fish are among his favorite things in life. Captain John is ready to show you a great time, so join him down and the crew on the Bayou and book your next fishing trip with Pelican Charters!

My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(48 reviews)
Venice
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Trips from US $2,200

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 48 reviews
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (64)
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
96%
Friendly captain
98%
Recommend this charter
85%
Appropriate for children
81%
Satisfied with the boat
98%
Caught fish
96%
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Brent R.
Rose Hill, KS
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Full day with captain Jon

VERIFIED   12 Hour Trip on February 24, 2023
Great trip!ย  6 old friends on one boat through some fog in the morning.ย  Everyone caught blackfins and we got so close to...
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Shawn W.
Mont Belvieu, TX
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Full day trip with caption John

VERIFIED   12 Hour Trip on July 29, 2023
You ask for tunaโ€ฆ..they put you on tuna! Could not have asked for a better experience! Chill vibes! So much room on...
Shawn W. recommends Pelican Charters โ€“ 41 Onslowbay
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BRIAN C.
Mobile, Alabama
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Offshore fishing trip with Captain John

VERIFIED   12 Hour Trip on June 6, 2022
Went offshore fishing on a 2 day charter with the knowledgeable and entertaining Captain John. He was very attentive and made...
BRIAN C. recommends Pelican Charters โ€“ 41 Onslowbay
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Bryan P.
Port St. Lucie, FL
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Full day

VERIFIED   12 Hour Trip on February 26, 2023
First time in the gulf at the rigs, good learning experience, a day to remember for me and my crew thanks guys
Bryan P. recommends Pelican Charters โ€“ 41 Onslowbay
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Wyatt W.
Pulaski, WI
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Full day Tuna cancelled by mother nature

VERIFIED   12 Hour Trip on January 4, 2022
We unfortunately had to cancel our trip last minute due to a heavy north cold front that brought 30+mph winds the day before.
Wyatt W. recommends Pelican Charters โ€“ 41 Onslowbay
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