Experience Viking Coastal Charters: Professional Fishing Adventure with Capt. Leif on St. Marks River & Apalachee Bay!
Join Viking Coastal Charters for your next fishing adventure on the St. Marks River and Apalachee Bay! Captain Leif Lundquist will provide personalized and professional guidance as you fish inshore for Florida's most popular species.
Experience our fully custom 21’ Carolina skiff designed for shallow waters, allowing for stealth and dexterity while fishing. Equipped with advanced fishing technology and Penn and Shimano gear, you'll have everything you need. Our boat can accommodate up to 4 passengers, including children.
Capt. Leif is a seasoned fisherman with over 20 years of experience in northern Florida. Rely on his expertise to target your desired fish using the best time, location, and technique.
Join us year-round to catch Redfish, Speckled Trout, Black Drum, Flounder, and more. Seasonal variations offer opportunities for Cobia in summer, while Bull Redfish and large Drum are abundant in the rivers during winter. Trips depart from St. Marks, Panacea, and Econfina.
While fishing with Capt. Leif, try various techniques such as trolling, drift fishing, popping, jigging, or live bait fishing. Additionally, evening trips offer gigging for Sheepshead, Mullet, and Flounder. Rest assured knowing that you can keep your catch and Capt. Leif will clean and fillet it for you.
Viking Coastal Charters provides fishing licenses along with all necessary gear. Trip times are flexible, tailored to your preferences and fishing conditions.
Embark on an unforgettable fishing experience with Viking Coastal Charters today!
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FAQs
What are the trip rates for Viking Coastal Charters?
Viking Coastal Charters offers the following trips to customers:
- Half-Day Scalloping Trip (4 MAX): $450 per group for 4 hours
- Full-Day Scalloping Trip: $500 per group for 8 hours
- Half-Day Trip (AM): $500 per group + $50 per person after 2 guests for 4 hours
- Half-Day Trip (PM): $500 per group + $50 per person after 2 guests for 4 hours
- Full-Day Trip: $800 per group + $50 per person after 2 guests for 8 hours
Which amenities are available onboard with Viking Coastal Charters?
When you reserve a journey with Viking Coastal Charters, you will enjoy the following amenities on board:
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Snorkeling Equipment
- Live Bait Well
- Wireless Trolling Motor
- Ice Box
What's included in the trip price with Viking Coastal Charters?
Trips booked with Viking Coastal Charters include the following amenities:
- Rods, reels & tackle (Penn and Shimano)
- Live Bait (From a pre-set trap)
- Lures
- Catch cleaning & filleting
- Fishing License
What types of fishing does Viking Coastal Charters offer?
Viking Coastal Charters specializes in the following types of fishing:
- River Fishing
- Inshore Fishing
- Nearshore Fishing
- Flats Fishing
- Backcountry Fishing
What fishing techniques does Viking Coastal Charters offer?
Viking Coastal Charters provides a variety of fishing techniques, including:
- Light Tackle
- Heavy Tackle
- Trolling
- Spinning
- Jigging
- Popping
- Drift Fishing
- Flounder Gigging (Gigs provided)
Which fish species can I catch with Viking Coastal Charters?
The Viking Coastal Charters primarily focuses on targeting the following fish species:
- Black Drum
- Cobia
- Flounder
- Jack Crevalle
- Redfish
- Seabass (Black)
- Shark (Blacktip)
- Sheepshead
- Speckled Trout