New Smyrna Beach 10 Hour Deep Sea Charter
Private Trip
Offshore Fishing
10hour offshore charter targeting MahiMahi, Wahoo, Tuna, and SailfishTravels up to 40 miles offshore for deep Atlantic fishingAll equipment, bait, tackle, and licenses included for groups
When you're ready to leave the inshore game behind and get serious about offshore fishing, this 10-hour charter with Reef Wrecker Fishing Charters is your ticket to the real deal. We're talking about pushing 40 miles out into the Atlantic, where the water turns that deep blue and the fish get bigger, stronger, and a whole lot more fun to fight. This isn't your typical half-day trip – we're giving you a full day to work the best spots, change techniques as conditions shift, and really dial in on what's biting. Perfect for groups of up to 4 anglers who want to experience what New Smyrna Beach offshore fishing is all about, with room for 2 more if you've got a bigger crew.
This top-rated charter starts early, and trust me, you'll want that extra time on the water. We're heading way offshore where the continental shelf drops off and the big pelagics cruise through. The boat's equipped with everything you need – quality rods and reels that can handle serious fish, fresh bait, a full spread of lures, and all the tackle you could want. Your fishing license is covered too, so you can focus on what matters: putting fish in the boat. The 10-hour window gives us flexibility to chase the bite, whether that means working the deeper wrecks for grouper or trolling the blue water for mahi and wahoo. Some days we'll hit multiple spots, other days we'll camp on a hot bite – that's the beauty of having this much time. The waters off New Smyrna Beach are renowned for holding big fish year-round, and this trip puts you right in the heart of the action.
Out here, we're running a mix of techniques depending on what we're targeting and what the conditions look like. For the pelagics like mahi, wahoo, and tuna, we'll be trolling with a spread of lures and ballyhoo, covering water to find the feeding fish. When we mark good bottom structure or wrecks, we'll drop baits down for grouper and cobia – that's where the heavy tackle really shines. The boat's rigged with downriggers, outriggers, and quality electronics to keep us on the fish. We're talking about fishing in 100-200 feet of water and beyond, where the current flows strong and the fish have room to run. The gear is matched to the task – no light tackle out here when you hook into a big king mackerel or a bull dolphin. Bait selection changes throughout the day based on what we're seeing, from live bait when we can get it to the right artificials for the conditions. This is serious fishing in serious water, and the techniques we use reflect that.
Gag Grouper are the bread and butter of the offshore bottom fishing game here. These fish hold tight to structure and wrecks, typically in 80-150 feet of water, and they'll test your tackle and your technique. Gags are smart – they know every cave and crevice on their home reef, and once you hook one, they're going to try to cut you off on the nearest piece of structure. What makes them special is the fight combined with the table fare – there's not a better eating fish in these waters. Best action usually comes during the cooler months when they're more aggressive, but we find them year-round if you know where to look.
King Mackerel are pure adrenaline on the line. These speedsters patrol the offshore waters looking for schools of bait, and when they hit your lure or bait, you'll know it immediately. Kings are built for speed with razor-sharp teeth, so your drag better be set right and your wire leader better be fresh. They're most active during the warmer months, and the New Smyrna Beach area consistently produces fish in the 20-40 pound range, with bigger fish always a possibility. What anglers love about kings is the initial run – they'll scream line off your reel like few other fish can.
Redfish might seem like an inshore species, but the big bulls roam these offshore waters too, especially around wrecks and structure. We're talking about fish in the 30-50 pound range that have the power to really test your equipment. These copper-colored bruisers are incredibly strong and will use every bit of current and structure to their advantage. The offshore reds are often larger than their inshore cousins and provide a completely different fishing experience – longer fights, bigger fish, and the satisfaction of targeting them in deeper water where most people wouldn't expect to find them.
Mahi Mahi are what offshore dreams are made of. These fish are pure excitement – they're beautiful, they fight hard, they jump, and they're world-class on the dinner table. Mahi travel in schools and when you find them, you can often catch multiple fish before they move on. They're attracted to floating debris, weed lines, and current breaks, which makes them perfect for our trolling techniques. The colors on these fish are amazing when they're fresh out of the water, and they grow fast – a 5-pound schoolie can turn into a 20-pound bull in just a year. Peak season runs from late spring through early fall, but we see them throughout most of the year.
Cobia are the wildcards of the offshore scene. These fish are curious, strong, and they don't follow the same rules as other species. You might see one cruising near the surface, or find them hanging around a wreck or piece of structure. Cobia have incredible power for their size and they're known for making long, determined runs. What makes them exciting is their unpredictability – they might eat a live bait, a bucktail jig, or even a surface lure. The bigger fish, which can push 50 pounds or more, are typically found offshore and provide some of the most memorable fights you'll have in these waters
Hit the deep waters off New Smyrna Beach aboard this solid 25' Ken Craft center console that's ready for serious offshore action. This boat cuts through Atlantic swells like a champ, taking you up to 40 miles out where the big fish live. The center console design gives everyone room to move around and fight fish without getting tangled up. GPS keeps you on the hotspots while the fish finder shows what's swimming below. When you hook into that screaming Mahi or Wahoo, you'll have plenty of deck space to work. The icebox keeps your catch fresh and your drinks cold during the full 10-hour grind. Built tough for both inshore runs and deep sea battles, this Ken Craft handles whatever the Atlantic throws at it. All the tackle's ready to go, so you just need to show up and fish.
Rachycentron CanadumCobia are unique fish that look like sharks from a distance due to their dark brown color and single dorsal fin. They typically run 30-60 pounds but can reach over 100. We find them around reefs, wrecks, and floating structure in 30-100 feet of water. Spring migration (March-May) is prime time when they move through our area heading north. What guests love is their curious nature - they'll often swim right up to the boat to investigate. They're powerful fighters that make strong runs and excellent table fare with firm, white meat. Cobia are usually solitary, so it's often one-and-done. The best approach is sight fishing - look for their dark shape just under the surface near structure. Bucktail jigs work great, but don't be picky about color. Cast ahead of them and work the jig with slow hops off the bottom.
Mycteroperca MicrolepisGag Grouper are solid fish that average around 20 inches, though the bigger ones can push 50+ inches and 80 pounds. You'll find them around offshore reefs, wrecks, and rocky structure - the adults like deeper water while juveniles hang closer to shore. They're ambush predators that love to hide in structure and dart out for crabs, shrimp, and baitfish. What makes them fun to target is the fight - once hooked, they immediately try to drag your line back into the rocks. The key is keeping your drag locked tight and not giving them any slack to dive into cover. They're excellent eating with firm white meat. Best fishing is around structure in 40-80 feet of water. Use live bait like pinfish or mullet, and be ready to muscle them up fast before they can reach their hideout.
Scomberomorus CavallaKing Mackerel are fast, aggressive fish that typically run 20-40 pounds, with some pushing 80+ pounds. We find them in 40-150 feet of water, usually around current edges and temperature breaks. They're speed demons - nearly as fast as wahoo - and put up a blistering fight with long runs and jumps. Spring through fall are prime months when they're most active in our waters. What guests love is the explosive strike and sustained battle. They hit hard and don't quit easy. The meat is excellent - firm and flaky, perfect for the grill. My go-to technique is trolling with live bait on a dual-hook rig. Run one hook through the nose and let a treble dangle behind - kings often hit the tail end of baitfish. Use wire leader and be ready for a screaming drag when they take off.
Coryphaena HippurusMahi are some of the most beautiful fish in the ocean - brilliant gold and green colors that flash like a light show when hooked. They typically run 15-30 pounds but can reach 80+. We find them around floating debris, weed lines, and current breaks in deeper water. They're surface dwellers that love chasing flying fish, so they hit hard and jump repeatedly. Spring through fall are prime seasons when water temps warm up. What makes them special is the spectacular fight - multiple jumps and fast runs - plus they're fantastic eating with firm, sweet meat. Often where you catch one, there are more. My trick is to keep one hooked fish in the water while others cast to the school - mahi are curious and will stick around to check out their hooked buddy. Troll ballyhoo or pitch live bait to the debris.
Sciaenops OcellatusRedfish typically run 20-35 inches and are easily spotted by their distinctive black spots near the tail. While we're heading offshore on this trip, we sometimes encounter them around structure in 30-60 feet of water, especially larger "bull" reds that can exceed 40 inches. These fish are known for their strong, bulldogging fight - they won't jump much but they'll pull hard and steady. Spring and fall are peak seasons when they're most active. What makes them special is their willingness to eat almost anything and their excellent table fare - mild, sweet meat that's perfect for blackening. The bigger offshore reds are real tackle-testers. When targeting them around structure, use cut bait or live shrimp on a circle hook. Keep your rod tip low and let them run initially - trying to horse them too early often results in a broken line.
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