Deep Sea Fishing Daytona Beach
Picture yourself out on the deep blue waters off Daytona Beach Port Orange, lines in the water, waiting for that telltale screaming drag that means something big just grabbed your bait. That's exactly what you'll get with Me Too Charters – a genuine offshore fishing adventure that puts you right in the heart of some of Florida's most productive fishing grounds. We're talking about waters where sailfish jump, wahoo make blistering runs, and cobia cruise the surface looking for an easy meal. This isn't your typical half-day trip either – we take you where the big fish live, and we make sure you've got everything you need to land them.
What to Expect on the Water
When you step aboard with Me Too Charters, you're getting the full offshore experience. We head out to the deep water structure where the pelagic species hang out – think ledges, drop-offs, and weed lines that hold everything from mahi mahi to king mackerel. The boat handles up to 6 anglers, so you're not fighting for rail space like on those crowded party boats. Captain and crew know these waters like the back of their hand, and they'll put you on fish whether they're suspended over structure or cruising the blue water. All your tackle is provided, from the heavy offshore rods for wahoo to the lighter setups perfect for snapper. Just bring your Florida fishing license, some snacks and drinks to keep you going, and get ready to work some fish. The crew handles everything else – rigging baits, gaffing fish, and making sure your drag is set right when something decides to eat.
Trolling, Bottom Fishing & Gear
We fish these offshore waters using proven techniques that put fish in the boat. Trolling is the bread and butter for pelagic species – we'll pull spreads of ballyhoo, cedar plugs, and diving plugs to target wahoo, mahi, and sailfish. When we mark fish on the bottom machine, we switch to bottom fishing with circle hooks and fresh cut bait for snapper and amberjack. The boat carries quality Penn and Shimano reels matched with appropriate rods for each technique. For trolling, you're looking at 30-50 pound class tackle that can handle a screaming wahoo run. Bottom fishing gets done with conventional reels that have the cranking power to winch up big amberjack from 100+ feet of water. Live bait fishing for cobia and sailfish uses spinning gear that gives you the sensitivity to feel those subtle pickups. Circle hooks are mandatory for most bottom species, and the crew knows how to rig everything properly for maximum hookups.
Top Catches This Season
Atlantic Sailfish are the crown jewel of Daytona Beach offshore fishing. These acrobatic billfish show up consistently from late fall through early spring, with December through March being absolutely on fire. Sailfish average 6-8 feet and 40-60 pounds, and they'll give you a fight you won't forget – jumping, tail-walking, and making long runs that test your drag system. Most anglers practice catch and release with sails, making it a pure sport fishing experience. King Mackerel patrol these waters year-round but peak during the warmer months. Kings are speed demons that hit trolled baits hard and make blistering initial runs. Fish from 15-40 pounds are common, with occasional smoker kings pushing 50+ pounds. They're excellent table fare and fight hard right to the boat. Mahi Mahi, or dolphin fish, are the most colorful fighters in the ocean. These beautiful fish show up under floating sargassum weed and around debris lines, especially during summer months. Mahi are acrobatic jumpers and excellent eating – a perfect combination for sport fishing. Bulls can reach 30-50 pounds while females typically run smaller.
Wahoo are pure speed – often called the fastest fish in the ocean. These torpedo-shaped predators cruise the deeper waters and hit trolled baits like freight trains. Wahoo make incredibly fast runs that can strip hundreds of yards of line in seconds. They're also some of the best eating fish in the ocean, with white, flaky meat that's perfect for the grill. Most wahoo here run 20-40 pounds with occasional giants over 60. Cobia are curious, intelligent fish that often cruise near the surface where you can sight-fish for them. These brown sharks (as locals call them) are powerful fighters that make strong runs and have excellent table quality. Spring and fall are prime times, with fish ranging from 20-50 pounds being common. Yellowtail Amberjack live on the bottom structure and are pure muscle. These reef donkeys will test your tackle and your back – they dive straight for the rocks when hooked and require heavy tackle to turn them. Most amberjack run 20-40 pounds, but big bulls over 50 pounds are always a possibility. Red Snapper are the king of bottom fish – smart, wary, and absolutely delicious. When red snapper season opens, it's some of the most exciting bottom fishing you'll find. These fish require finesse fishing with lighter leaders, but they fight hard and are unmatched on the dinner table.
Time to Book Your Spot
This is world-class offshore fishing at its finest, and spots fill up fast during peak seasons. Me Too Charters gives you access to some of the most productive waters off the Florida coast, with experienced crew who know how to put you on fish. Whether you're after that first sailfish, looking to land a wahoo for the dinner table, or want to battle big amberjack on heavy tackle, this trip delivers the goods. The 6-person limit means you get personalized attention and plenty of fishing time – no crowded conditions or rushing to accommodate too many anglers. Book your deep sea fishing adventure today and get ready to experience why Daytona Beach offshore fishing keeps anglers coming back year after year. The fish are out there waiting, and we know exactly where to find them.
Private Trip
Offshore Fishing
Daytona Beach, FL
Offshore fishing adventure targeting Wahoo, Sailfish, and Cobia species
