Captain
David Nelson

Member since February 2023 Orlando, United States
Background
Captain Dave is a second-generation Floridian who has been fishing in Central Florida and the surrounding areas for most of his life. Dave's dad, also an avid fisherman, took Dave fishing from a very early age and started his career in fishing. With more than 40 years of fishing experience and extensive knowledge of Florida wildlife, Captain Dave is sure to deliver a wonderful and well-informed day of great fishing.
Techniques
Live bait fishing, light line spinning gear for bass fishing in clear water, light line spinning gear for reds and trout in clear water, Fishing at night for bass and snook

Hey, I'm Captain David Nelson

Orlando, United States
Background
Captain Dave is a second-generation Floridian who has been fishing in Central Florida and the surrounding areas for most of his life. Dave's dad, also an avid fisherman, took Dave fishing from a very early age and started his career in fishing. With more than 40 years of fishing experience and extensive knowledge of Florida wildlife, Captain Dave is sure to deliver a wonderful and well-informed day of great fishing.
Techniques
Live bait fishing, light line spinning gear for bass fishing in clear water, light line spinning gear for reds and trout in clear water, Fishing at night for bass and snook
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My Charter Listings

Excellent
5.0 / 5
(124 reviews)
Angler's choice
Orlando
 Last booking: 4 days ago
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Trips from US $250
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(5 reviews)
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Port Canaveral
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Trips from US $525

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 129 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great Day even in difficult conditions
Great Day even in difficult conditions
Great Captain
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Angler rating
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Good experience
98%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
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Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
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Pete K.
Excellent
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great guide, good bass, and fun conversations

VERIFIED   3Hr Bass Fishing pm on March 25, 2025
Captain Dave was a fun guide to fish with and was very polite to my wife and I. He was waiting at the dock for us when we arrived...
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ROBERT G.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Had A Great Time

VERIFIED   NEW  3Hr Bass Fishing pm on August 12, 2025
A buddy was in town and we met to catch up and do a little fishing. I had fished before, but not for bass. It was a hot day...
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Isaiah B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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10/10..would definitely recommendโ€ฆ caught 20 bass total!!!

VERIFIED   3 Hour Bass Fishing am on June 8, 2025
Captain Dave was a very friendly & social guy.. he exceeded our expectations for our first charter. We both caught our PBโ€™s...
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Holger S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great Day even in difficult conditions

VERIFIED   NEW  4 Hour Trip โ€“ Bass Fishing (AM) on August 22, 2025
Very good Day, we fought really nice Fish even in August Summertime where Itโ€™s Hard to catch.Captain David Did Everything...
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Rich S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great Trip!!!

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Bass Fishing (PM) on April 18, 2025
Last minute decision to go fishing and Capt. Dave responded within minutes of our request. He took us to a lake that no other...
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