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Embark on a Fishing Adventure with Capt JB's Charters in Apalachicola, Florida!

Join "Capt JB's Charters" for an unforgettable fishing expedition departing from Apalachicola, Florida! Experience the tranquility of the area and catch some incredible fish with local guide Captain John.

Step onto the spacious 25' Epic center console, perfect for up to 6 anglers. Powered by a 250 HP Yamaha 4-stroke engine and equipped with superior navigational electronics like GPS and Fishfinder, this boat ensures a successful trip. Enjoy the comfort of the T-top cockpit for shade, a live well, and a 10' power pole shallow water anchoring system.

Captain John caters to both inshore and nearshore fishing preferences. Expect encounters with Redfish, Black Drum, Spanish Mackerel, Tripletail, and Pompano. Additionally, specialized Shark trips and nighttime Flounder gigging trips are available.

The boat is equipped with various fishing techniques, including bottom fishing, spinning, popping, drift fishing, trolling, and jigging. Feel free to bring your own gear and tackle if desired. Just pack your favorite beverages and snacks for a delightful day on Apalachicola's waters and bring home some superb catches with Capt JB's Charters!

How to get there?

Available fish species

Black Drum
Flounder
Pompano
Redfish
Blacktip Shark
Bull Shark
Spanish Mackerel
Speckled Trout
Tarpon
Tripletail

Amenities

GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Multimedia System
Wireless Trolling Motor
Ice Box
Radar

FAQs

What are the trip rates for Capt JB’s Charters?

Capt JB’s Charters presents a variety of trip options for customers:

  • Dolphin & Sea Shelling Tours (2 hours): $250 for the group + $50 for each person exceeding 5 guests
  • Apalachiola River Tours (3 hours): $350 for the group + $15 for each additional person beyond 4
  • Bay & Flats Fishing Charter (3 hours): $350 for the group + $50 for every guest over 4
  • Bay & Flats Fishing Charter (4 hours): $400 for the group + $50 for each person beyond 4
  • Bay & Flats Fishing Charter (4 hours): $400 for the group + $50 for every additional guest after 4
  • Flounder Gigging (4 hours): $400 for the group
  • Nighttime Shark Fishing (4 hours): $400 for the group + $50 for each person over 4
  • Barrier Island Tours (5 hours): $500 for the group + $50 for every guest beyond 4
  • Custom Trips By You (6 hours): $650 for the group + $50 for each individual exceeding 4
  • Bay / Flats / Shelling Your Choice (8 hours): $750 for the group + $50 for every additional person after 4
  • Nearshore/Offshore (6 hours): $1,000 for the group + $100 for each person over 4

Which amenities are available onboard with Capt JB’s Charters?

When you choose to book a voyage with Capt JB’s Charters, you can enjoy the following amenities onboard:

  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Multimedia System
  • Wireless Trolling Motor
  • Ice Box
  • Radar

What's included in the trip price with Capt JB’s Charters?

Trips booked with Capt JB's Charters include:

  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait (When available!)
  • Lures
  • Fishing License

What types of fishing does Capt JB’s Charters offer?

Capt JB's Charters specializes in the following types of fishing trips:

  • River Fishing
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing
  • Flats Fishing

What fishing techniques does Capt JB’s Charters offer?

Capt JB's Charters provides a range of fishing techniques, including:

  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Fly Fishing
  • Drift Fishing
  • Flounder Gigging

Which fish species can I catch with Capt JB’s Charters?

Capt JB's Charters specializes in targeting the following fish species:

  • Black Drum
  • Flounder
  • Pompano
  • Redfish
  • Shark (Blacktip)
  • Shark (Bull)
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Speckled Trout
  • Tarpon
  • Tripletail