FAQ page contains most common questions.

If you have a special request for a captain, say desirable departure time or anything else, you can mention it while checkout.

If you want to contact us right now, please, use one of the following options:

Fishing charters in Cheval, FL

Top 5 fishing charters in Cheval, FL

Good to Know

Cheval fishing charters have easy access to backwater and deep sea fishing grounds.

Mangrove Snapper, Snook, Redfish, Tarpon, and Mangrove Snapper can be your next catch.

Show all fishing charters

Inshore fishing charters in Cheval

Cheval is home to some of the best inshore fishing experiences. From backcountry fishing to the night Snook fishing trips, there’s something for anglers of all tastes and all ages.

Mangrove Snapper, Snook, Redfish, Tarpon, and Cobia can be your next trophy.

Inshore fishing trips are very popular with families, couples, and small groups of friends.

Show all inshore fishing charters

Inshore fishing trip prices

$465 is the average base price for a private 4-hour inshore fishing charter and 2 anglers. Add $50 for an extra angler. Fishing charters can accommodate 4-6 anglers depending on the size of the vessel.

The most affordable rates start at $200 for a 2-hour inshore fishing trip near Cheval.

You can find 41 fishing charters in Cheval and nearby cities. It’s easy to find your next fishing outing in Cheval.

Check rates & availability

Best time for inshore fishing

June, July and May will be your next best months for inshore fishing in Cheval.

Popular inshore fish species

Popular inshore fishing charters

Show all inshore fishing charters

Offshore fishing charters in Cheval

Are you looking for an offshore adventure? Cheval offshore fishing charters have quick access to the open water. They can put you in the best fishing spots

Cobia, King Mackerel, Gag Grouper, Jack Crevalle, and Blacktip Shark can be your next trophy.

Offshore fishing trips are good for experienced anglers, groups for friends, and those who want to reel in a bigger catch. Be ready to travel into the federal waters miles off the coast.

Show all offshore fishing charters

Offshore fishing trip prices

On average, the base price for a private 4-hour offshore fishing charter is $770 for 2 anglers. Add $50 for an extra angler. Captains can take 4-6 persons depending on the length of the craft.

The cheapest 4-hour offshore fishing trip in Cheval found on our platform costs $595 for 2 anglers.

In Cheval and nearby cities, there are about 29 offshore fishing charters. It’s easy to find your next fishing outing in Cheval.

Tip: It’s better to take a 6-hour or 8-hour offshore fishing trip for the best fishing experience. Offshore fishing spots are away from the coast, so you will need some time to get there.

Standard tips are 15-20% of the price you paid for your charter if the crew did a good job.

Check rates & availability

Best time for offshore fishing

June, July and May will be your next best months for offshore fishing in Cheval.

Popular offshore fish species

Popular offshore fishing charters

Show all offshore fishing charters

Family-friendly fishing charters in Cheval

Cheval is an excellent fishing destination for families with kids. The Captain will show you and your family various fishing techniques and teach you about different fish species.

In-shore fishing refers to inland waters like creeks, flats, and small bays. These waters generally remain calm even on windy days.

Family-friendly fishing trip prices

Take a short half-day inshore fishing trip. This trip is ideal for families. Your kids will learn about species of fish and won’t get tired.

$436 is the average base price for a private 4-hour family-friendly fishing charter and 2 anglers. An extra person fee is $50. Captains can accommodate 4-6 persons depending on the capacity of the vessel.

Check rates & availability

Popular family-friendly fishing charters

Show all family fishing charters

Shark fishing charters in Cheval

A wide variety of sharks are found in the waters near Cheval, making it a perfect destination for anglers who want to catch game fish. Hiring a Cheval shark fishing charter is an excellent idea if you want to target famous ocean predators.

Some of the more common sharks you can catch include: Blacktip Shark, Bonnethead Shark, Nurse Shark, Bull Shark, and many more.

Note: you can keep certain Florida shark species, but most sharks are off-limits for harvesting. These sharks have to be released. Fishing charter Captains will help you with shark identification.

Sharks prefer to live in shallow coastal waters, nearshore, and even deep sea waters. Shallows are a playground for juveniles, while deep waters are home to adult sharks.

Sharks are caught using live bait. Preferred live baits for shark fishing could be Blue Runner, Mullet, Bonita, or Ladyfish. Usually, fishing charter Captains prepare the bait depending on the season and targeted shark species.

Shark fishing trip prices

On average, the price for a 4-hour shark fishing trip is $522 for 2 guests. An extra person fee is $50. Captains can take 4-6 persons depending on the length of the craft.

You can find about 13 fishing charters in Cheval and nearby cities. It’s easy to find your next fishing getaway in Cheval.

Check rates & availability

Best time for shark fishing in Cheval

You can target sharks all year round. March-October tends to be the best time to catch sharks in Cheval.

Popular shark species

Popular shark fishing charters

Show all shark fishing charters

Tarpon fishing charters in Cheval

Tarpon are known as one of the world’s best fighting fish. Many local charters specialize in putting anglers on Tarpon. They are ready to share the best fishing practices with all the customers on their charter.

Tarpon inhabit inshore waters and even rivers. The best fishing baits are shrimp, pinfish, mullet, and crabs.

Note: Tarpon are a catch-and-release-only species. Tarpon over 40 inches must remain in the water. So be delicate with your catch, take a memorable photo, and let it go.

Tarpon fishing rates

On average, the base price for a 6-hour Tarpon fishing charter is $580 for 2 anglers. Add $50 for each additional guest.

We found 15 fishing companies specialized in Tarpon fishing in Cheval.

Check rates & availability

Best time for Tarpon fishing in Cheval

Tarpon season starts in late spring and lasts until the end of summer. The perfect months are August, July, and June.

Popular Tarpon fishing charters

Show all tarpon fishing charters

FAQ

What is included in the price?

Most trips are all-inclusive. You will have everything you need for a fishing trip: rods, reels, tackle, lures, and cooler with ice. Usually, Captains clean the catch with no additional payments.

Captains provide a saltwater fishing license. It covers all the people on the vessel.

An offshore fishing charter has to have a federal permit to fish in the federal waters.

What to bring on a fishing charter trip?

Depending on the weather, Captains recommend bringing sunscreen, polarized sunglasses, long sleeve shirt, hat, windbreaker, waterproof jacket, waterproof pans, appropriate non-skid footwear, gloves, your medicines, bug bite cream, sanitizer, drinks, and snacks.

Bring your freshwater license if you are planning to fish in the freshwater.

Some Captains don’t recommend bringing spray sunscreen, liquor, weapons, fireworks, and inappropriate footwear.

How to book a fishing charter trip?

You can book a trip with a 10-20% deposit.

The remaining balance has to be paid directly to the Captain on the day of your trip or upon arrival.

The majority of the fishing charter deposits are refundable if you can cancel before the cancellation deadline. On average, a free cancellation deadline is 2-14 days before the trip date. Keep in mind that some of the bookings could be non-refundable.

What are the closest boat ramps and marinas to Cheval?

There are several boat ramps and marinas near Cheval. Most of the fishing charters launch from:

Show fishing charters nearby

Nearby fishing destinations