Welcome to Don Nicely Fishing Charters, your premier choice for relaxed, family-friendly fishing and scenic wildlife tours in Vero Beach, Florida. Guided by Captain Don Nicely, a lifelong outdoorsman with nearly a decade of professional guiding experience, we provide a welcoming atmosphere where enjoying the water is the top priority. Whether you are an experienced angler looking to fish the famous Sebastian Inlet or a parent wanting to help your kids land their first catch, we customize the day to your goals.

We specialize in both saltwater and freshwater experiences across Indian River County. On our saltwater trips, we navigate the inshore flats targeting redfish, snook, speckled trout, ladyfish, mangrove snapper, and jack crevalle. For freshwater enthusiasts, we run highly productive trips to local headwaters and the legendary Stick Marsh, known nationwide for its excellent largemouth bass fishing. You will fish comfortably from an 18-foot Carolina Skiff equipped with a quiet 70HP Yamaha engine, Garmin fishfinder, and a live bait well, perfectly suited for shallow flats and backcountry rivers with up to three guests.

What sets Don Nicely Fishing Charters apart is our commitment to making the outdoors accessible and enjoyable, completely free of the high pressure often found on other boats. Captain Don loves sharing his local knowledge, teaching artificial bait techniques, and watching clients succeed. We provide premium Shimano Baitrunner gear, tackle, lures, and saltwater live bait. Your saltwater fishing license is also fully covered for the day.

Beyond fishing, we offer 2 to 3-hour wildlife eco-tours, dolphin watching excursions, and evening sunset cruises. These trips are the perfect way to observe the diverse coastal ecosystems, manatees, native alligators, and coastal birds in a peaceful setting.

From 2-hour kid-friendly outings to focused 4-hour and 6-hour sessions, Don Nicely Fishing Charters guarantees a friendly environment and expert guidance.

Book your trip today and experience the best local fishing Vero Beach has to offer!