Anthony Sopt
Anthony Sopt
us
Indiana, US
Member since 2022
5.0
Verified

Half Day trip with Captain Nate

4 Hr Trip – Coastal Shark Trip (PM)4 adults

Man, what an experience, still trying to soak it in as I write this! Nate was super cool guy and very easy to get along with. Not only that, he is super passionate about what he does and loves seeing people Hook up! Morning started with a slow bite, just how any fishing trip can be, but Nate wasn’t gonna give up! Constantly switching bates for fresh ones, trying his tricks of the trades for us to Hook up. Then it happened, A Fine tooth shark took our bait and I had an insane fight with the shark! I’m still blown away by it and trying to grasp the reality. Now it was my brother turn to grab the next fish. We were fighting the pelicans and other birds all day. Stealing our bate, flying into the lines. Nate managed it very quickly and got them back out there! It was time to go back to shore but This shows Nate’s heart. He wanted to stay out just a little longer since we were fight the pelicans. And sure enough as we are about to getting ready to real in, Fish On! Kyle, my brother, got himself one heck of a Red Fish! What an amazing experience guys, I can’t recommend any more. Even in the terrible conditions we had, Nate pulled the strings to get us a fish. Cheers Nate, I’ll keep your number for the future for sure!

Response from Captain

Thanks for the review Anthony, I’m Glad you guys had a fun time and we were able to catch a couple nice ones for you guys. I’m looking forward to having you guys again in the future!

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Checkmate Charters 34' Sportfishing
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4.9
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34 ft
Group size 1 - 6
1 - 6
Fish 1
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+10
4 hour trip • 6 persons
US $550

Rating

4.9
190 reviews
4.9
Boat & Equipment
4.9
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4.8
Fishing Experience

What anglers say

  • 94%
    Great experience
  • 99%
    Family friendly
  • 99%
    Friendly captain
  • 100%
    Good boat
  • 95%
    Recommended
  • 90%
    Caught fish

All reviews (190)

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  • Stephanie Large
    Stephanie Large
    Repeat angler
    us
    Michigan, US
    Member since 2025
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Taking my kids first time deep sea fishing!

    5 Hour Trip – Offshore • 3 adults • 2 children

    Captain Nate was great and his boat was fantastic! We had a great time and the kids learned a lot. We didn’t catch the big one but we did catch quite a few! Captain Nate ensured they were able to reel in a few:). We were able to keep 3 lane snappers, he cleaned them and we were able to eat them fish taco style at Grills. I definitely would recommend Captain Nate and Checkmate Charter. Thank you for a great experience!

    Reported Catch
    Lane Snapper
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Michelle Albair
    Michelle Albair
    us
    Missouri, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Shark Fishing

    4 Hr Trip – Coastal Shark Trip (PM) • 6 adults • 1 child

    Our family did a nearshore trip and had a great experience! We caught a ton of fish and three sharks. We were looking for an experience that met the needs of our single avid fisherman and three other less enthusiastic kids and this was perfect. We appreciated Nate’s communication and expertise!

    Reported Catch
    Blacktip Shark
  • Scott Niermeyer
    Scott Niermeyer
    us
    Colorado, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    What a experience!

    4 Hour Trip – Coastal Shark Trip • 6 adults • 3 children

    We had non stop action. Caught plenty. Captain was great with the kids. He worked his butt off. Boat had plenty of room. Kids are so excited to come back and do it again.

    Reported Catch
    Goliath Grouper
    Blacktip Shark
    Hammerhead Shark
  • Gene Owens
    Gene Owens
    us
    Georgia, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified
    NEW

    Great Trip!!!!

    4 Hour Trip – Coastal Shark Trip • 4 adults • 2 children
  • Luke Holden
    Luke Holden
    us
    West Virginia, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Trip

    7 Hour Trip – Offshore Fishing • 2 adults

    caught pleny of fish nate was on it never slowed down keeping us going had a blast already planning another trip with checkmatecharters

    Reported Catch
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Red Snapper
    Cobia