Captain
Mark Banish

Member since March 2021 New Smyrna Beach, United States
Background
I have 30 years of boating experience with over 1500 days logged sea time in both fresh water and saltwater, including ownership of (4) different vessels up to 31' in length. The majority of my sea time was obtained in Florida, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia. I have a 100GT Master USCG captains license (near coastal) which allows me to charter up to 100 miles offshore in both inspected and un-inspected vessels in all US territorial waters. i am also an active volunteer member of the Unites States Coast Guard Auxiliary (New Smyrna) serving as Past Flotilla Commander, Certified Vessel Safety Inspector, and National Staff Officer for the Recreational Boating Safety B-Directorate. I currently operate inshore and offshore charters in New Smyrna Beach, FL and seasonal charters (March) in Fort Myers Beach, FL. My vessel is inspected annually by the United States Coast Guard UPV inspection program.
Techniques
I love to get customers hooked up on fish, depending on conditions and trip duration will bottom fish, drift fish, troll or fish inshore.

Hey, I'm Captain Mark Banish

New Smyrna Beach, United States
Background
I have 30 years of boating experience with over 1500 days logged sea time in both fresh water and saltwater, including ownership of (4) different vessels up to 31' in length. The majority of my sea time was obtained in Florida, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia. I have a 100GT Master USCG captains license (near coastal) which allows me to charter up to 100 miles offshore in both inspected and un-inspected vessels in all US territorial waters. i am also an active volunteer member of the Unites States Coast Guard Auxiliary (New Smyrna) serving as Past Flotilla Commander, Certified Vessel Safety Inspector, and National Staff Officer for the Recreational Boating Safety B-Directorate. I currently operate inshore and offshore charters in New Smyrna Beach, FL and seasonal charters (March) in Fort Myers Beach, FL. My vessel is inspected annually by the United States Coast Guard UPV inspection program.
Techniques
I love to get customers hooked up on fish, depending on conditions and trip duration will bottom fish, drift fish, troll or fish inshore.
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My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.8 / 5
(53 reviews)
New Smyrna Beach
 Last booking: 5 hours ago
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Trips from US $575

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 53 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (56)
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
93%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
92%
Appropriate for children
96%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
84%
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Julana S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great Father's Day Fishing Charter!

VERIFIED   NEW  5 Hour Trip (AM)-INSHORE/NEAR SHORE on June 20, 2026
We had a great time with Captain Mark! We celebrated Fatherโ€™s Day weekend with a fishing charter. Capt. Mark was super flexible...
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Tim H.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Captain Mark is Outstanding

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip (AM)-INSHORE/NEAR SHORE on February 17, 2026
We had an enjoyable trip, weather conditions made offshore fishing unavailable. Captain Mark accommodated and adjusted for...
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Josh W.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great day for great fishing

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip (AM)-INSHORE/NEAR SHORE on April 6, 2026
We had fun catching spainsh mackerel and a few other species and had a great day out on the water. Mark was very helpful going...
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Shawn O.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Excellent fishing trip

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip (AM)-Offshore/NearShore on March 10, 2026
Great experience with White Cap Logistics fishing charter in Fort Myers Beach! Captain Mark was extremely knowledgeable and...
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Scott B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Poor weather turned to great fun and memories

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip (AM)-INSHORE/NEAR SHORE on March 18, 2026
Capt Mark was great! Communicated early to adjust our trip to try to get better weather which was very much appreciated. Still...
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