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FAQs
General Asked Questions
Do I need a fishing license when booking with Reel Deal Fishin’ Charters?
No. Your license is included for every trip.
Where do your trips leave from?
How do I book a charter?
How many people can you take on a trip?
What’s included in the trip price?
What should I bring with me?
Safety, Weather & Kids
Are your trips good for kids and beginners?
Absolutely. Calm inshore water and hands-on coaching make it easy and fun for all ages.
Is shark fishing safe?
What happens if the weather is bad?
Do people get seasick on your trips?
Are life jackets provided?
Species and Seasonal Questions
What fish are biting in Daytona and New Smyrna Beach right now?
It changes with tides and seasons, but we often catch redfish, trout, snook, flounder, sheepshead, drum, sharks, and seasonal nearshore species.
What’s the best time of year to fish in Daytona and New Smyrna Beach?
Do you keep fish on your trips?
What species can we target on an inshore charter?
What do you catch nearshore?
When is the best time for shark fishing?
Do you offer flounder gigging?
Logistics & Experience
How early should we arrive before the trip?
Plan to arrive 10–15 minutes before your departure time.
Do you clean and bag the fish we catch?
Can we request a specific type of fishing?
Do you run private or shared charters?
How far do you run on nearshore trips?
Can I bring my own rod?
Family, Groups & Special Requests
Are your trips family-friendly?
Very. Capt. Chad has years of experience teaching kids and first-timers.
Can we book a photography or sightseeing-only trip?
Do you offer gift certificates?
Can you handle special occasions?
Payments & Policies
Do you require a deposit to book?
Most trips require a deposit to hold your date.
What payment methods do you accept?
What’s your cancellation policy?