Captain
Randy Kraft

Member since February 2016 New Smyrna Beach, United States
Background
Captain Randy Kraft is a true local – he was born and raised in Florida and has spent his entire life fishing the waters of the Sunshine State. He started his life outdoors by swimming with alligators in ponds and hanging out with Sharks on the surf. Capt. Randy is a full-time captain and he's incredibly passionate about passing on his knowledge and love of nature and the outdoors to everyone he meets. He has great respect for the wildlife and loves explaining what's going on in the water and the local history. Captain Randy runs two different boats and can accommodate larger groups.
Techniques
I use many different fishing techniques and technology and enjoy them all to find and catch all types of fish for all the seasons of the year.

Hey, I'm Captain Randy Kraft

New Smyrna Beach, United States
Background
Captain Randy Kraft is a true local – he was born and raised in Florida and has spent his entire life fishing the waters of the Sunshine State. He started his life outdoors by swimming with alligators in ponds and hanging out with Sharks on the surf. Capt. Randy is a full-time captain and he's incredibly passionate about passing on his knowledge and love of nature and the outdoors to everyone he meets. He has great respect for the wildlife and loves explaining what's going on in the water and the local history. Captain Randy runs two different boats and can accommodate larger groups.
Techniques
I use many different fishing techniques and technology and enjoy them all to find and catch all types of fish for all the seasons of the year.
Anglers Choice
70
Reviews
8
Fishing Reports
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My Charter Listings

Tug Of War โ€“ New Smyrna Beach

State licensed
Excellent
4.9 / 5
(59 reviews)
Angler's choice
New Smyrna Beach
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trips from $99

Tug Of War Charters - Mosquito Lagoon

State licensed
Excellent
4.8 / 5
(11 reviews)
Angler's choice
Oak Hill
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trips from $200

Fishing Reports

Great bull redfish bite!!!
Great bull redfish bite!!!
Mar 23, 2023 Oak Hill
After a quick picture with this redfish little man got tail slapped and knocked out one of his tooth that was already loose... this is one of the many reasons what I love about fishing... always a story to tell!!! The fish are biting I have available dates for some awesome fishing adventures!!! Captain Randy Kraft
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The fish are biting
The fish are biting
Mar 10, 2023 Oak Hill
Bite Continues!!! Book a fishing adventure... with Captain Randy
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Boom Boom Pow!!!
Boom Boom Pow!!!
Jan 7, 2023 New Smyrna Beach
Black drum are biting and sheepshead!!! Tug on it with Captain Randy Kraft Tug of War New Smyrna
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Good bite!!!
Good bite!!!
May 25, 2021 New Smyrna Beach
Dolphins and manatees and lots of different kinds of birds all over the back waters of New Smyrna Beach on our 5 hour back country fishing adventure. We caught a lot of variety fish with over slot and in slot size fish and filled the cooler with fish. We caught several that jumped out of the water in the air and several that tug really hard. Boom Boom Pow!!! Fun was had by all and my people even gave me a nice tip after cleaning and bagging the filets for there ride home. They also gave me a 5 star review. Thanks for reading my fishing report and if you have any questions please feel free to message me. Thanks Captain Randy Kraft
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Bull redfish bite is on fire!!!
Bull redfish bite is on fire!!!
Oct 23, 2020 New Smyrna Beach
2020 fall mullet run Bite continues fishing with Captain Randy Kraft and book a fishing adventure.
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Boom Boom Pow!!!
Boom Boom Pow!!!
Aug 27, 2020 New Smyrna Beach
Bull redfish bite continues fishing with Captain Randy Kraft.
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Customer reviews

Rating Summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 70 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (92)
Sharks!
Amazing day
Amazing day
+89
Angler Rating
65
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Anglers Claimed
Good experience
95%
Friendly captain
99%
Recommend this charter
99%
Appropriate for children
93%
Satisfied with the boat
97%
Catch intended fish
79%
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Crystal S.
Rogers, AR
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Sharks!

VERIFIED   NEW  2 hour Inshore River/Bridges (PM) on May 3, 2023
Captain Randy is such a good time. You get good fishin and a good time! We caught 2 sharks ๐Ÿฆˆ and some other fish. 100% worth...
Crystal S. recommends Tug Of War โ€“ New Smyrna Beach
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Bethuel P.
Toronto, Ontario
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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A wonderful time

VERIFIED   NEW  2 hour backwater fishing trip (AM) on May 11, 2023
We had a great time with Captain Randy.ย  Extremely knowledgeable and willing to share his experience with us. Definitely recommended
Bethuel P. recommends Tug Of War Charters - Mosquito Lagoon
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Jerimiah J.
Clinton, IN
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Awesome

VERIFIED   4 hour backwater fishing trip (PM) on March 22, 2023
Captain Randy Kraft was absolutely fantastic. Couldnโ€™t ask for a better guide for my 9 year old son and myself. Very knowledgeable,...
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Falon W.
Barnstable, MA
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Amazing day

VERIFIED   3 hour Inshore River/Bridges (AM) on April 22, 2023
Captain Randy was an amazing guy! Very funny and willing to go above and beyond to make sure you have a wonderful experience....
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Scott L.
Flowery Branch, GA
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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4 hr trip with captain randy

VERIFIED   4 Hour โ€“ Inshore River/Inlet (AM) on January 7, 2023
Me and my coworker had a very good time with captain Randy on the inland fishing trip. Caught some fish. When I get a chance...
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