Edgar Galeana
Edgar Galeana
us
Georgia, US
Member since 2021
5.0
Verified

Company trip

Beginners 4 Hr Gulf trip (AM)5 adults

Had lots of fun can’t wait too book again for next year

Response from Captain

Thank you for the review! I had a great time with everyone. See you next year.

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Above The Salt Charters
Federally permitted
5.0
(108)
26 ft
Group size 1 - 6
1 - 6
Fish 1
Fish 2
+10
4 hour trip • 6 persons
US $955

Rating

5.0
108 reviews
5.0
Boat & Equipment
5.0
Captain & Crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

What anglers say

  • 100%
    Great experience
  • 100%
    Family friendly
  • 100%
    Friendly captain
  • 100%
    Good boat
  • 99%
    Recommended
  • 95%
    Caught fish

All reviews (108)

Showing 15 of 108 reviews
  • Kaylee Wheeler
    Kaylee Wheeler
    Repeat angler
    us
    Kentucky, US
    Member since 2024
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Amazing trip! Amazing captain!

    Half Day 6 Hour Gulf Trip4 adults

    Did the 6 hour trip with Captain Chuck and WOW he did not disappoint! He was very responsive before the trip had even started and even called 2 days early to help determine what spots would work best for us. On the day of the trip, he had everything ready to go and we set out right on time. We had 4 people in our party and none of us are super comfortable with fishing, but Captain Chuck was always patient and helped teach us everything there was to learn. He worked his butt off to make sure we were always in a great position to catch some fish and he made sure to communicate all the important stuff to keep things running smoothly! We caught so many fish and had such a fun time! Will 1000% be booking with Captain Chuck in the future!

    Reported Catch
    Amberjack
    Red Snapper
    Mangrove Snapper
    Red Grouper
    +1
    Response from Captain

    Thank you for the review, Doc! What a great day, you guys were incredible to spend the day with! I’m looking so forward to fishing with you all again!

  • Jim Freeman
    Jim Freeman
    Repeat angler
    us
    Kansas, US
    Member since 2019
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    What a 4th of July!

    Half Day 6 Hour Gulf Trip5 adults1 child

    Captain Madden did an amazing job! The day started out with a good bite in the first spot and then a quick move to a second spot where Captain Chuck got the fish fired up! We caught so many fish and such a variety of fish, red snapper, mangos, Mingos, scamp, Bonita and more. It was by far the best charter experience I’ve had in the past 20 years. We had folks in our group of varying ages and experience and Captain Madden took great care of everyone and made sure all had a great time! We will be back again to fish with Captain Chuck!!

    Response from Captain

    Thank you for the great review Mr. Freeman. Your whole group had such a great energy and it was a pleasure having you aboard today. I look forward to seeing you again!

  • Wes Freemyer
    Wes Freemyer
    us
    Nebraska, US
    Member since 2024
    5.0
    Verified

    The Best Charter ever!

    Half Day 6 Hour Gulf Trip2 adults

    The day could not have gone better. Capt Chuck Madden was in communication with us for a couple days beforehand watching the weather. We got a good window a bit later than scheduled (thanks for the flexibility). Once we got out of the bay, we were on fish...a few bites early on and we moved a couple times, and Chuck had matched his places with the kind of chop we were in. We hit one of his favorites and we were hitting big fish immediately and it was sustained for some time. Big fish are what Chuck targets...what we were after and it turned out to be the best day on the water EVER for a couple of 70+ year olds who have been fishing together for 60 years. Big mangrove snapper, some of the biggest red snappers I have ever seen, good sized gag grouper (the grouper and red snapper were not open so we returned them to the water immediately) and a few other species. You absolutely cannot do better than booking Capt Chuck and his Above the Salt charter.

    Reported Catch
    Red Snapper
    Mangrove Snapper
    Gag Grouper
    Gray Triggerfish
    Response from Captain

    “The day could not have gone better”. Guys, with your willingness to handle the seas like you did and your enthusiasm, I couldn’t agree more. It made the trip more enjoyable than I can describe. I truly hope to see you again.

  • Misty Cheatham
    Misty Cheatham
    us
    Arkansas, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Expert Guide

    Beginners 4 Hr Gulf trip (AM)3 adults

    Thankfully, I was able to book Above the Salt with Captain Chuck last minute. He was professional, knowledgeable about where the best fishing spots are, and made us feel like we’ve known him for years. We caught lots of fish we’d never caught on a charter, and we even hooked a Goliath Grouper! We can’t wait to go back for a longer fishing trip.

    Reported Catch
    Red Snapper
    Mangrove Snapper
    Vermilion Snapper
    Response from Captain

    Thank you for the review! I truly enjoy making new friends. Let’s get that Goliath!!

  • Brooks Stepp
    Brooks Stepp
    Repeat angler
    us
    Georgia, US
    Member since 2022
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Experience!

    Half Day 6 Hour Gulf Trip3 adults

    Captain Chuck was very professional from the safety training all the way thru the trip. True conservationist. We caught a variety of fish including a 8ft 300lb bull shark. Of course we released him back. Great day on the water with a great Captain. Would definitely book with him again.

    Reported Catch
    Mangrove Snapper
    Red Snapper
    Red Grouper
    Gray Triggerfish
    Response from Captain

    Thank you so much for the review and recommendation!