NSB Shark Hunters
Charter operator

NSB Shark Hunters

New Smyrna Beach, United States
Angler's choice
250+ reviews
Captain Dustin Smith and his team of professionals have over 30 years of combined shark fishing experience. They only have one thing on their minds when they go out, catching and tagging Sharks! They truly care about their customers having a great time from the beach while getting excited over reeling in some Shark monsters. The NSB Shark Hunters crew will ensure that you have a good experience and that your trip is productive. They have two fishing options, land-based morning or night based on the time of year. The first mate works on tips so please be kind.
Dustin S.
Dustin S.
Captain
Shell S.
Shell S.
First mate
Sgt Dean M.
Sgt Dean M.
Captain
Matt L.
Matt L.
Captain
Max W.
Max W.
First mate
Caleb L.
Caleb L.
Captain

Charters

Rating

5.0
499 reviews
5.0
Boat & Equipment
5.0
Captain & Crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

What anglers say

98%
Good experience
99%
Friendly captain
99%
Recommend this charter
97%
Appropriate for children
98%
Satisfied with the boat
60%
Caught fish

All reviews (499)

Showing 1 – 5 of 499 reviews
  • Catherine Zara
    Catherine Zara
    us
    Florida, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Evening

    4 Hour Shark Hunt PM • 2 adults • 1 child

    Even though we didn’t catch any sharks, we really enjoyed our evening with Matt. Within minutes of booking the charter, Matt reached out to introduce himself. He was extremely knowledgeable and friendly, and he did a great job keeping my kids (ages 12 and 22) engaged the whole time. He really took the time to teach them along the way. My youngest was thrilled just to be able to catch bait fish. His helper Chris was great too. Prior to arriving, I honestly thought I would be ready to go home within an hour, but the time went by quickly and the kids and I left the beach talking about when we’d be able to book another charter. Bonus points for the location — parking was close and convenient, restrooms were right there and there was a nice spot to rinse the sand off. We’ll definitely be back!

    Response from Charter operator

    Catherine thank you very much for booking a charter with us. You know we very much appreciated in this awesome review. Chris and I enjoyed fishing with you and the boys had a great time going over everything with them- they were fantastic on the beach. I’m glad to hear you all had a great time and I look forward to hearing from you to try again thank you very much and enjoy your summer!

  • Maryjane Gregg
    Maryjane Gregg
    us
    California, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    July fishing trip

    4 Hour Shark Hunt PM • 5 adults • 3 children

    We had a great time with NSB Shark Hunters! We didn’t land a shark this trip, but that’s fishing—and we’d absolutely go again. We did hook into a blacktip, and watching the line scream off the reel had everyone excited! Unfortunately, we didn’t get to bring her in, but it was still an awesome experience. The captain and crew were incredibly kind, patient, and worked hard to put us on fish all day. We caught plenty of other fish, so the kids stayed entertained the entire trip and never got bored. Between the great people, beautiful weather, and excellent customer service, it was a fantastic day on the water. Highly recommend, and we’ll definitely be back to try for that shark again!

    Response from Charter operator

    maryJane, having you, John, Daniel, Catherine, and Gigi out was just a ball! Everybody was just having so much fun the whole time regardless of shark or no shark I loved it! Welcome to the shark Fishing🦈 family! 

  • Janet Spruill
    Janet Spruill
    us
    Maryland, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Best team for shark fishing at night!

    4 Hour Shark Hunt PM • 5 adults • 4 children

    We took four of our teenage grandchildren on this adventure, with Captain Dustin. Dustin made a point to spend time with each of the kids, teaching them about the sharks, the tides, and how to read the water. Even though the rigs were very large and heavy to manage, he found ways that the kids could cast and help him change the bait.  we enjoyed hanging out with him and Shell on the beach on a beautiful summer evening in NSB. Although the sharks won this time and we didn’t catch anything, the kids unanimously said it was a great time and they would do it again! highly recommend this adventure !

    Response from Charter operator

    there’s nothing like hanging Ten with the locals! Janet, we look forward to seeing you and Matt around Christmas time and you know why! And when the grandkids are down again, we’ll see you all on the beach! 

  • Derek Bottoms
    Derek Bottoms
    us
    Kentucky, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great trip! We’ll be back.

    4 Hour Shark Hunt PM • 3 adults • 1 child

    We had an awesome time shark fishing with Dustin and Chelle! The experience was still 5 stars from start to finish. We learned so much about shark fishing, the ocean, and what goes into chasing these incredible beasts. Dustin and Chelle are the real deal — knowledgeable, patient, and you can tell they are truly passionate about fishing and making sure everyone has a great experience. They worked hard the entire time and made the trip fun, exciting, and memorable. We come into town once a year, and there’s no question we’ll be booking with them again when we’re back. 🦈 Highly recommend this charter to anyone looking for a great fishing experience with great people!

    Response from Charter operator

    Derek, we had so much fun enjoying the evening with you, Roman and Bobby! Just hanging out with normal down to earth real people makes a whole evening, Shark or no shark! And we are so glad that you decided to make this an annual event! 

  • Colby Suttles
    Colby Suttles
    us
    Georgia, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Two shark night

    4 Hour Trip – Shark Hunt (PM) • 2 adults • 1 child

    My son and I went shark fishing with Matt, and he was fantastic. He has extensive knowledge of the local sharks and other fish species in the area. His equipment was well-maintained and performed flawlessly throughout the trip. Matt was especially great with my 10-year-old son, answering all of his questions and keeping him involved the entire evening. We started by catching bait, which was a fun way to pass the time before dark. Even when a storm rolled in, it didn’t slow us down. We were fortunate enough to catch and tag two blacktip sharks, which was an incredible experience. My son hasn’t stopped talking about it since! It was a wonderful trip with an outstanding guide. I highly recommend Matt and NSB Shark Fishing to anyone looking for an unforgettable experience.

    Reported catch:
    Blacktip Shark
    Response from Charter operator

    Colby thank you so much for booking a charter with us. It was an incredible night on the beach between all the lightning and the sharks. We won’t be forgetting it anytime soon thank you and again & we look forward to seeing you in the future!

Real catches shared by our community

  • NSB Shark Hunters - New Smyrna
    NSB Shark Hunters - New SmyrnaNew Smyrna Beach, FL
    Great night of fishing!!!
    Thorstein H.
    Thorstein H.
  • NSB Shark Hunters – Cocoa Beach
    NSB Shark Hunters – Cocoa BeachCocoa Beach, FL
    Great experence
    Taylor P.
    Taylor P.
  • NSB Shark Hunters – Cocoa Beach
    NSB Shark Hunters – Cocoa BeachCocoa Beach, FL
    Great Guiding landing Mrs 1st Blacktip
    Shawn H.
    Shawn H.
  • NSB Shark Hunters - New Smyrna
    NSB Shark Hunters - New SmyrnaNew Smyrna Beach, FL
    Fishing with Dustin
    Brian S.
    Brian S.
  • NSB Shark Hunters - New Smyrna
    NSB Shark Hunters - New SmyrnaNew Smyrna Beach, FL
    Thank you!
    Matthew W.
    Matthew W.
  • NSB Shark Hunters – Melbourne Beach
    NSB Shark Hunters – Melbourne BeachMelbourne Beach, FL
    Hard Working Outfitter
    Brian M.
    Brian M.
  • NSB Shark Hunters – Daytona Beach
    NSB Shark Hunters – Daytona BeachPonce Inlet, FL
    Amazing time Shark Fishing
    Leonard A.
    Leonard A.
  • NSB Shark Hunters - New Smyrna
    NSB Shark Hunters - New SmyrnaNew Smyrna Beach, FL
    Best fishing trip !
    Brandon R.
    Brandon R.
  • NSB Shark Hunters – Cocoa Beach
    NSB Shark Hunters – Cocoa BeachCocoa Beach, FL
    Thank you
    Wade D.
    Wade D.
  • NSB Shark Hunters  – Ormond Beach
    NSB Shark Hunters – Ormond BeachOrmond Beach, FL
    Enjoyed the experience
    Mark J.
    Mark J.

Our Fishing Locations

What's biting with NSB Shark Hunters - New Smyrna in New Smyrna Beach

The weather begins to cool and the southward migration continues. Hook into Sailfish, Kingfish, and Wahoo offshore or make the most of the incredible Seatrout and Redfish bite in the Indian River.

Top catches for October