Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What’s included in the price of a charter?

Your fare includes bait, ice, tackle, rod/reel, fish cleaning, fishing instruction, and email digital photos of your trip.

Do I need a fishing license to fish on your boat?

No. All passengers are covered under our recreational charter boat license.

What do I need to bring for my trip?

1. Sun block, hat, sunglasses and light colored clothes are suggested for the summer months. Warmer clothes in the winter months.

2. Any food and soft drinks you would like for duration of the trip.

3. White soled sneakers or deck shoes. No black soled shoes, sandals, or flip-flops please.

4. Sea sick prevention pills or patch. If you feel you are susceptible to motion sickness, we suggest you take Dramamine or any other brand the night before your trip, then just before you get on board. All local pharmacies carry them, as well as patches for more advanced cases.

What should I leave behind?

Please do not bring the following aboard. Your cooperation is greatly appreciated.

• Illegal Drugs or Contraband
• Hard Liquor
• Dark Soled or Hard Soled shoes (boat shoes, or sneakers are suggested)
• Open toed sandals or flip-flops
• GPS or Loran type navigational devices

Can I bring alcoholic beverages aboard?

You are welcome to bring beer and consume in moderation. No Hard liquor of any type is permitted.

Can I bring my own rods/reels and tackle?

You can if you wish (2 per person max.), however, it is not necessary as we provide them for you on board.

Can I bring a cooler on board?

Our on-board coolers are available for your personal use. We ask that you plan on using them to prevent clutter on deck. We do suggest you bring a cooler in your vehicle to carry your fillets home in. We will gladly ice your cooler for you.

What time do we leave?

Departure times are flexible based on the type of trip you are booking. Your captain or mate will assist you in deciding your departure time and location while you are planning your trip.

How do I book a trip with you?

Once you have decided on a date(s) and type of trip you’d like, you can call us toll free 1-800-350-5001, locally at (727) 647-3783, or fill out our request information form on our web site, for availability. We are always available to help you with your decision.

A $250.00 deposit is required at the time of booking, to hold your date/trip.

What type of payments do you accept?

We prefer cash or money order. We are unable to accept personal checks. If you wish to pay by credit card, you are welcomed to do so by visiting www.paypal.com. Creating an account is quick and easy. Once you have done so, simply choose the “send money” option. Our verified paypal account name is captainpete@offshorehustler.com. Paypal is the most secure and reputable online credit card payment source there is.

Please note that trip must be paid in full prior to departure. If balance is due on the day of your trip, please pay your captain in cash or travelers check when you arrive at the dock.

What is your cancellation policy?

To receive a full refund of your deposit, we ask that you give us no less than 72 hours notice prior to scheduled departure time. Cancellations with less than 72 hours notice will forfeit deposit, unless you reschedule for an alternative date. We will then apply deposit toward rescheduled trip.

Trips cancelled by us anytime prior to departure, due to weather, mechanical, or other unforeseen circumstances will be refunded within 7 days of cancellation.

Can we keep what we catch?

Yes you can, however, you must stay within legal size and bag limits on all species of which such limits apply. Here's a link to Florida's Saltwater Fishing Regulations, or take a look at our Florida Fish Identification page.

What can I do with my fish if I am visiting from out of town or just don’t feel like cooking them?

We have teamed up with several local restaurants that offer Offshore Hustler customers a “Hook em and Cook em” special. They will cook your fresh fillets a variety of ways with all the fixing’s all at very reasonable prices.

How do I get a fish I caught mounted?

We use one of the finest taxidermists in the area, and would be glad to assist you in having your trophy catch mounted and shipped to your location.