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Plamen Dotchev
Plamen Dotchev
Repeat angler
us
Illinois, US
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Member since 2019
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3 trips
2.7
Verified

July fishing trip

Half Day Trip (AM) – Shared2 adults

The real fishing spot too far away- 1.5 hr in each direction. Only 2.5 hr real fishing time.

Response from Captain

Thanks for the review. We can not control on how far the fishing spots are. We burn 40 gals per hour and I would love nothing better to have the location closer in. How ever we get paid to catch fish. If we have to travel that far to put people on fish we will. Next time the boat down the road from us runs only about 4 miles from the beach. If you want to go on a shorter boat ride hes your guy. You won't have to bait your hook more then once. If you have time please call me. i would love to have advise on what you would do to have a shorter run time and catch fish.. Sounds like you fish all the time. Anyway thanks for your input on the fishing trip.

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Angler's Dream Fishing
Federally permitted
4.7
(1415)
56 ft
Group size 1 - 37
1 - 37
Fish 1
Fish 2
+8
5 hour trip • 37 persons
US $89

Rating

4.7
1415 reviews
4.7
Boat & Equipment
4.8
Captain & Crew
4.7
Fishing Experience

What anglers say

  • 92%
    Great experience
  • 95%
    Family friendly
  • 99%
    Friendly captain
  • 97%
    Good boat
  • 94%
    Recommended
  • 82%
    Caught fish

All reviews (1415)

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  • David Fox
    David Fox
    us
    Missouri, US
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    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Phenomenal Fishing Experience!

    Half Day Trip (AM) – Shared • 2 adults

    Crew was right on time for departure and very knowledgeable! There were at least two other groups that were back for a second or third time, so the crew obviously does a great job! It seemed like most everyone caught something. A few caught 4-5. I caught one. When my friend who was with me wasn’t catching anything on her line, Captain Brandon let her real in a couple that he hooked on his line. Both he and Firstmate Andrew were friendly, extremely attentive to any issue, and quick to help take fish off the lines, etc. Captain Brandon did a great job to do his best to keep the boat in the best locations for catching fish. Overall, this was a wonderful first time experience deep sea fishing for us and was well worth the price! You definitely get more than you pay for! Thank you to the whole crew for everything!

    Response from Captain

    thank you very much for a great review. we are happy that you enjoyed your time with us and hope to see you again. as far as the fishing goes for some reason its been a little off for us the last few weeks. people are catching fish as you seen but the numbers have been down for us. our afternoon trip today was a great trip. weather was nice and the fishing was back to normal again !! that always helps !! thank you for your time on giving us a great review and also choosing us to fish the Gulf with !!

  • William Johnson
    William Johnson
    Repeat angler
    us
    Florida, US
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    Member since 2026
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    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    I had a blast

    3/4 Day Trip (AM) – Shared • 2 adults

    Great trip! The crew was perfect, Capt Joe, Brandon (I can't remember the names of the other 2 (I am old and my memory escapes me at times). I caught plenty of fish so much that its fresh fish on the grill Sunday afternoon for wife, son and his wife. I would do it again (and will) in a heartbeat, though my preference are the 10 hour trips, so I will keep my eye open for the next 10 hour. I will however, when the weather cools down (Octoberish), do a 5 hour with my wife. She will enjoy the 5 hour. WMJ.

    Reported Catch
    Grunt
    Scup (Porgy)
    Response from Captain

    thank you for a great review. glad you had a good time. im waiting for the deeper water fish to turn on. follow us on Facebook. I post the date on line and we try to give everyone a up to date fishing report thanks again for choosing us

  • Ryan Dinse
    Ryan Dinse
    us
    New York, US
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    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great day out on the water

    Half Day Trip (AM) – Shared • 2 adults • 1 child

    Super easy to book and crew kept you informed where to be and time to arrive. Everyone was super helpful and personable during the fishing trip - tons of dolphins going out and coming back which was awesome and seems like everyone caught a bunch of fish out there. Would definitely recommend this to anyone looking for a day out especially if you have kids as it was very family friendly. They cleaned and packed the fish for you if you wanted to keep what you caught. Overall excellent experience my son had a blast.

    Reported Catch
    Mangrove Snapper
    Response from Captain

    thank you ! thanks for a great review. glad you enjoyed your trip with us

  • Ian Spera
    Ian Spera
    us
    Virginia, US
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    Member since 2026
    4.7
    Verified

    Solid fishing trip for the price

    Half Day Trip (AM) – Shared • 2 adults

    I had a really fun time on this charter. The fishing was solid. We caught probably 30 grunt, 10 grouper and a mackerel trolling on the way home (total of all people in the boat). I personally only caught one fish which was a grouper but honestly it made the day. I’m sure you see a lot of people complain about not catching a ton of fish but that’s fishing. I’ve gone plenty of times back home and haven’t caught anything. My father in law and I had a good time and met good people. The captain and crew are good honest people. The fishing was slow today and they still stayed out there past the time limit trying to get people on fish, a lot of charters don't do that. This charter is good for people who may not have a ton of experience and are looking for something to do while on vacation. It’s just as good for people who know how to fish. For the price they offer it’s really a good deal.

    Reported Catch
    Gag Grouper
    Response from Captain

    Thank you. i can only park the boat over them. not sure what the problem is the last two weeks on the catching part however as you seen we dont give up that easy. you are correct. most boats would just give up and go home. thats not us. thank you for choosing us.

  • Jasmine Martinez
    Jasmine Martinez
    us
    New York, US
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    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Amazing Crew

    Half Day Trip (AM) – Shared • 2 adults • 1 child

    The crew was amazing and they tried different techniques from deep sea fishing to drifting very knowledgeable with their equipment to locate fish. They make sure that every Group leaves with something.. I went with my nine-year-old son. This was my second time on a charter and by far they exceeded expectations. From the start, they explained everything to everyone they walk around and assist you even make sure that my son left with a catch.. thank you so very much for your expertise and for making this trip amazing

    Response from Captain

    Thats great !! We like seeing kids enjoying fishing. From the look in his face you can tell he was happy catching fish. We try our best to make every trip enjoyable! I didnt have the chance to go out that day but I like that from your review they are doing a good job. They also love to fish themselves. Capt Brandon was only 3 months old when he took his first trip out on the Gulf. Before he turned 3 he was swinging the rod like a pro. Its funny at that age he could handle the rod better then talk! lol. thank you and your family for joining us and taking your time to write a very nice review !!