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Nick Halenkamp
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Nick Halenkamp

Clearwater, United States
Angler's choice
100+ reviews
Captain Nick Halenkamp is a true local, born and raised in the area. He was taught how to fish by his mother and became enamored with the amazing Bass fishing Florida has to offer. Years later he discovered that saltwater fishing was his passion too and decided to expand his skills in that area. He's been fishing for the past 15 years and loves passing his vast knowledge of the local waters on to his customers. Capt. Nick takes pride in his customer service skills, knowing that it takes more than a good fishing spot to keep your customers happy – he works very hard ensure that all of his guests have an amazing time on the water, no matter what their catch is.

Charters

Rating

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

What anglers say

99%
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
99%
Recommend this charter
98%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
95%
Caught fish

All reviews (201)

Showing 1 – 5 of 201 reviews
  • Jason Smith
    Jason Smith
    us
    West Virginia, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Trip

    2 Hour Trip - 8:00 AM • 4 adults • 2 children

    This was the first charter trip for my young boys age 8 and 11. They both landed fish within minutes of getting set up. We were able to land nine species of fish from flounder to trout to a few nice red fish. Catches at all three stops on our 2hr adventure, really enjoyed it. Would definitely recommend Capt Nick.

    Reported catch:
    Mangrove Snapper
    Redfish
    Grunt
    Speckled Trout
    Response from Captain

    Thank you! You guys were great! Hope to see you guys again!

  • Laurie Davis
    Laurie Davis
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Best easy bay trip ever!

    4 Hour Trip – Inshore (AM) • 2 adults

    Nick was flexible, accommodating and very professional. He made it so exciting for my 17 year old Texan boy that regularly fishes saltwater. Nick shared his knowledge of all things Florida fishing as well as so much wildlife. He pointed out massive manatees, sea turtles and so many variations fish and stingray. We have never had a guide who was more respectful for the environment- even the way you treat different species and genders of fish!

    Reported catch:
    Snook
    Redfish
    Mangrove Snapper
    Response from Captain

    Thank you so much!! Im happy to take you guys out anytime! Good luck this year!

  • Brian Stanga
    Brian Stanga
    us
    Colorado, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great fishing experience!

    4 Hour Trip – Inshore (AM) • 2 adults

    Had a great experience with Captain Nick. My 13 y son and I were able to catch multiple species of fish inshore, including a 23 in redfish and a 27 in snook! Nick was very knowledgeable- knew all the good places to fish and was great with my son. Highly recommend!

    Reported catch:
    Mangrove Snapper
    Redfish
    Speckled Trout
    Snook
    Response from Captain

    Thank you, l’m glad he had a great time!!

  • Brenda Lee
    Brenda Lee
    us
    Illinois, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great first fishing trip!

    4 Hour Trip – Inshore (AM) • 4 adults • 1 child

    We caught flounder, red snappers and a grunt fish. Captain Nick was awesome and a great tour guide! Very friendly! we saw dolphins and manatee! Had the best time ever! Would recommend Captain Nick to anyone! Best time ever!

    Response from Captain

    Thank you! I hope you enjoyed your filets!

  • Jonathan Maley
    Jonathan Maley
    Repeat angler
    us
    Tennessee, US
    Member since 2023
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Trip was great

    6 Hour Trip – Tarpon Fishing • 2 adults

    Fishing was tough but captain Nick worked tirelessly an put us on the fish. Warm water warm weather an still managed to catch 30ish fish. My son an I greatly appreciate the experience. We’ll definitely fish with you again in the guture. Thanks

    Response from Captain

    Thank you! Id be happy to take you guys out anytime!

Real catches shared by our community

  • Capt. Nick’s Fishing Charters
    Capt. Nick’s Fishing ChartersClearwater, FL
    Angler proudly displaying a Redfish while fishing near a waterfront in a sunny environment.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Stephen H.
    Stephen H.
    kept Nick put us on different species of and we caught a lot. Great trip, great guide
  • Tide Flies Fishing Charters – Bass
    Tide Flies Fishing Charters – BassPalm Harbor, FL
    Screenshot of a reimbursement confirmation message from Fishing Booker.
    Brian G.
    Brian G.
    Was a slow day of catching but Nick dis a great job and sadly loat an hour from storm rolling in.
  • Capt. Nick’s Fishing Charters
    Capt. Nick’s Fishing ChartersClearwater, FL
    Young angler holding a large redfish on the deck of a center-console fishing boat in a calm coastal waterway.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Redfish
    Jason S.
    Jason S.
    This was the first charter trip for my young boys age 8 and 11. They both landed fish within minutes of getting set up. We were able to land nine species of fish from flounder to trout to a few nice red fish. Catches at all three stops on our 2hr adventure, really enjoyed it. Would definitely recommend Capt Nick.
  • Tide Flies Fishing Charters – Bass
    Tide Flies Fishing Charters – BassPalm Harbor, FL
    A young angler proudly displaying a large Largemouth Bass while fishing on a calm lake.
    Fish 1
    Largemouth Bass
    Anita L.
    Anita L.
    Captain Nick was great preparing us for the trip and provided eveything needed to have a great fishing trip. Our boys caught multiple fish despite the hot temperatures recently. Thank you, Captain Nick!
  • Capt. Nick’s Fishing Charters
    Capt. Nick’s Fishing ChartersClearwater, FL
    Angler holding a spotted reef fish over the open ocean beside a small fishing boat.
    Fish 1
    Red Grouper
    Brenda L.
    Brenda L.
    We caught flounder, red snappers and a grunt fish. Captain Nick was awesome and a great tour guide! Very friendly! we saw dolphins and manatee! Had the best time ever! Would recommend Captain Nick to anyone! Best time ever!
  • Tide Flies Fishing Charters – Bass
    Tide Flies Fishing Charters – BassPalm Harbor, FL
    Young angler proudly holding a large largemouth bass aboard a boat in a palm-lined waterfront setting.
    Fish 1
    Largemouth Bass
    Taylor A.
    Taylor A.
    Large mouth bass on lake tarpon caught 10, the biggest being right at 4lbs. Just did half day had a great time. Nick was great wothnour kids.
  • Capt. Nick’s Fishing Charters
    Capt. Nick’s Fishing ChartersClearwater, FL
    Adult angler holding a large redfish aboard a center-console boat in calm urban waters.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    James M.
    James M.
    Captain Nick was great! Definitely someone who enjoys what they do and is very knowledgeable about it! Found some Snook and Redfish on a VERY hot day.
  • Capt. Nick’s Fishing Charters
    Capt. Nick’s Fishing ChartersClearwater, FL
    Young angler and adult companion holding two large Spanish mackerel aboard a center-console boat offshore.
    Fish 1
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Sean H.
    Sean H.
    Nick was a great captain. Punctual at the dock in the morning had all the equipment and bait ready. We were on fish all morning ended with some big kings.
  • Capt. Nick’s Fishing Charters
    Capt. Nick’s Fishing ChartersClearwater, FL
    Angler proudly displaying a caught fish while fishing in open waters, showcasing a successful day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Humphead Wrasse
    Brian P.
    Brian P.
    We didn't have a lot of time so Captain Nick was under pressure to put fish in the boat. Captain Nick is very experienced and knowledgeable of the species and did a great job with limited time boating near a dozen fish in a hours time! I accidentally booked a trip for 4 people and only had 2, Nick made sure to point that out to save us the additional $. very honest operator! we will be back!
  • Capt. Nick’s Fishing Charters
    Capt. Nick’s Fishing ChartersClearwater, FL
    Angler holding a freshly caught fish while fishing on a boat in open water.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Scup (Porgy)
    Lindsay C.
    Lindsay C.
    We had a great trip out with Captain Nick. Guys caught on lots of fish, boat was super clean and Captain was a great host, even helped clean the fish!

Our Fishing Locations

What's biting with Capt. Nick’s Fishing Charters in Clearwater

Inshore, Redfish is hungry and ready to pounce your hook just as Trout begin to re-appear in the cooler waters. Head offshore to grapple with Amberjack for a good workout or target Snappers and Groupers over reefs and wrecks.

Top catches for November