Captain
Ed Zona

Member since April 2020 New Smyrna Beach, United States
Background
Captain Ed Zona is the owner and operator aboard Apex Fishing Fleet (Full CIRCLE). He has fished the waters of Central Florida since 1990 and is a USCG licensed captain. Capt. Zona enjoys sharing the knowledge he's picked up over the years with others! Fishing has been in the Zona family for over 50 years, from charters to commercial fishing. He knows how much fun fishing is as a family adventure and the memories that will last and will be passed down. All safety equipment is aboard the vessel, which can take up to four people for one low price! All licenses, tackle, bait, and ice are provided at no extra charge. Your catch can be cleaned and iced after the trip.
Techniques
Captain Zona is lucky enough to enjoy some great versatile fishing. Hailing port is out of Ponce Inlet. Trips can vary from near shore (3 miles) to offshore (30 miles). Some place to go include the wrecks, reefs, and ledges and his favorite bottom fishing spots.

Hey, I'm Captain Ed Zona

New Smyrna Beach, United States
Background
Captain Ed Zona is the owner and operator aboard Apex Fishing Fleet (Full CIRCLE). He has fished the waters of Central Florida since 1990 and is a USCG licensed captain. Capt. Zona enjoys sharing the knowledge he's picked up over the years with others! Fishing has been in the Zona family for over 50 years, from charters to commercial fishing. He knows how much fun fishing is as a family adventure and the memories that will last and will be passed down. All safety equipment is aboard the vessel, which can take up to four people for one low price! All licenses, tackle, bait, and ice are provided at no extra charge. Your catch can be cleaned and iced after the trip.
Techniques
Captain Zona is lucky enough to enjoy some great versatile fishing. Hailing port is out of Ponce Inlet. Trips can vary from near shore (3 miles) to offshore (30 miles). Some place to go include the wrecks, reefs, and ledges and his favorite bottom fishing spots.
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Apex Fishing Fleet โ€“ Aboard F/V "FULL CIRCLE"

Federally permitted
Excellent
4.9 / 5
(53 reviews)
New Smyrna Beach
Trips from US $500

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 53 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Fishing with Ed
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
98%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
98%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
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Bryce H.
Willard, MO
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Will use again

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip โ€“ Offshore on August 10, 2022
Good fishing and good conversation. Great guy to have as your fishing captain, would recommend.
Bryce H. recommends Apex Fishing Fleet โ€“ Aboard F/V "FULL CIRCLE"
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Todd Z.
Jacksonville, FL
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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April fishing trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip โ€“ Offshore (PM) on April 24, 2022
Was a great trip. Captain was knowledgeable and cordial.ย  Would strongly recommend!!
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Bianca C.
Fruitland Park, Florida
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Half day trip!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip โ€“ Offshore (AM) on July 22, 2021
We enjoyed our time very much, Ed was very experienced, nice, professional and was patient. He helped us with everything we...
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Tammy H.
Cape Coral, Florida
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Awesome trip with FULL CIRCLE

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip โ€“ Offshore (AM) on June 7, 2021
This was an awesome experience. Captain Ed made our grandson feel so special and was so attentive in making sure we all had...
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Sean M.
New Smyrna Beach, Florida
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Cobia Trip

3/4 Day Trip โ€“ Offshore on March 23, 2020
Knocked off a bucket list item for 2020 - a keeper Cobia.ย  Captain Eddie was amazing.ย  He had a spotter on the boat to help...
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