Fishing Charters Near Vero Beach, Florida

Inshore Fishing Charters

Don’t miss out on catching the ‘Big One’ that you’ll be bragging about for years—our captains know just where to find them

Jon Lewis Fishing Charters

Tom Fred Fishing Charter

Experienced Captain Guide
With Captain Tom Fredrickson’s nine+ years of guiding expertise, you’ll be in the hands of a seasoned professional. His personalized guidance ensures you’ll master the best fishing techniques on your adventure.

Six-Pack Captain’s License
Your safety and satisfaction are paramount with Tom Fred, whose credentials guarantee a top-tier, legally compliant experience. Rest easy knowing you’re aboard with a captain who’s as legitimate as they come.

Intimate Fishing Trips
Your experience on the 18′ Maverick is exclusive and personal, with a maximum of three anglers, making every trip a special one. This means more one-on-one time with the captain and a serene environment to focus on your fishing.

Targeted Species Expertise
Captain Tom specializes in the fish species found in the Indian River Lagoon, providing you with the insights needed to snag the best catch. With his knowledge, your bait and tackle choices will be on point every time.

TJ Powell Fishing Charter

Expert Local Guide
With years of experience fishing the Indian River Lagoon and surrounding waters, Captain TJ Powell brings unmatched local knowledge to every trip. Whether you’re new to the sport or a seasoned angler, TJ’s calm, professional guidance will elevate your fishing game.

Certified Six-Pack Captain
As a U.S. Coast Guard licensed 6-pack captain, TJ ensures every trip is safe, legal, and professionally run. You’ll enjoy peace of mind knowing you’re fishing with a fully certified and experienced guide.

Shallow Water Adventures
Step aboard TJ’s 18’ Hell’s Bay Waterman—a top-tier technical skiff built to explore the shallowest flats and tightest mangrove cuts. With room for up to three anglers (two preferred for comfort), each trip is intimate, hands-on, and customized to your style.

Specialized Inshore Targeting
Captain TJ specializes in sight fishing for redfish, snook, and sea trout in the Indian River Lagoon. Whether you’re fly fishing or using light tackle, TJ tailors each trip to target the most active species for the season and conditions.

Pontoon Boat Fishing Charter

Spacious Pontoon Boat
With ample room for casting and lounging, our pontoon boat ensures you fish in comfort. The spacious setup makes it perfect for both families and groups of friends.

Family-Friendly Experience
With stable, secure conditions, our pontoon boat is ideal for families with kids. Make it a family day out where everyone can enjoy, from little anglers to adults.

All Skill Levels Welcome
Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a complete novice, our pontoon fishing charter is designed to accommodate all skill levels. You’ll feel right at home and pick up a few tips along the way.

Cooler Included
Stay refreshed during your adventure with our inclusive cooler, stocked with ice, water, and optional beverages. It’s just one less thing you have to worry about.

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Why Choose Vero Tackle & Watersports for Your Fishing Charters?

Fishing charters offer a unique fishing experience for those who often fish as well as those who have never fished before. During your fishing charter, you’ll learn more about the best Vero Beach fishing spots, get fishing tips and catch a variety of beautiful and delicious fish!

Our inshore flats boats cater to one to four anglers, perfect for a day of fishing for small groups. For larger parties, we have a 28-foot pontoon boat that can fit groups of four to six people. Fishing charters with us are a fun day for just you and a friend, your family or a larger group. Our vessels are great for private fishing tournaments or corporate retreats, so book a fishing charter with us for your group today!

Inshore Fishing Charter Rates

Types of Fish We Catch

Cancellation Policy for Fishing Charters

All Fishing Charter bookings made by phone require a credit card that will be authorized for the full amount of the Charter. Online bookings made through our website will take full payment at the time of booking. Without an authorized card or full payment, your trip is not confirmed, and a captain will not be scheduled. You may change cards or pay cash the day of the charter, you can even split charged between anglers.

• No-Show-No-Call will be charged the full amount of Fishing Charter
• Cancellation after 5pm day before will be charged the full amount of Fishing Charter
• Cancellation within 24 hours* of the charter will be charged the full amount of Fishing Charter
• Bookings made within 24 hours* of charter start time are non-refundable or transferable unless Captain cancels the trip for weather or mechanical
• The captain may cancel the Fishing Charter for weather or mechanical issue at any time. You will be rescheduled or refunded if unable to reschedule. Only the Captain may cancel for weather, Florida weather is unique, rain percentage does not necessarily mean it will rain.
• Cancellation between 72 hours* and 24 hours* will receive a gift card or reschedule for another date in the future.
• Cancellation more than 72 hours* before the Fishing Charter will receive a full refund if booked online, or release of authorization.

The real point is that we want to take you fishing, we don’t want to charge you and not take you fishing. But if you cancel last minute you leave a captain onshore without someone to go fishing with. Within the 24 hour window, they likely passed up the opportunity to take someone else. Let’s just go fishing

*Fishing Charter start time will be used to determine the hour window. i.e. 8am charter must cancel before 8am day before charter for it to be counted as 24 hours.