5.0(6 Reviews)5 Hour Private Inshore Fishing Trip - Midway, GA
5.0(6 reviews)
Private Trip
Inshore Fishing
Top Rated
5-hour private inshore fishing adventure from Midway, GeorgiaTarget flounder, trout, and redfish in prime coastal watersAccommodates up to 4 guests with professional guide assistance
Picture this: you and your crew heading out from Midway, Georgia for five solid hours of inshore fishing action. That's exactly what you'll get with Stellar Charters' top-rated private fishing experience. Captain Hector knows these Georgia coastal waters like the back of his hand, and he's going to put you on fish. Whether you're after that red drum photo or just want to fill the cooler with dinner, this trip delivers. The boat holds up to four anglers, so it's perfect for families, buddies, or that special fishing trip you've been planning. Fair warning though - once you experience the fishing around here, you'll be planning your next trip before you even get back to the dock.
Your five-hour adventure starts right from Midway, which puts you in prime position to hit the best inshore spots along Georgia's coast. Captain Hector runs these waters daily, so he knows where the fish are holding based on tides, weather, and seasonal patterns. You'll cruise through scenic marshes and grass flats where redfish patrol the shallows, then maybe swing by some structure where sheepshead like to hang out. The beauty of a private charter is flexibility - if one spot isn't producing, you're moving to the next. No crowded party boats or rushing other anglers. It's just your group and five hours of focused fishing time. The captain provides all the rods, reels, tackle, and bait you'll need, plus he'll clean your catch at the end of the day. All you need to bring is your fishing license, some snacks, drinks, and that camera for the hero shots.
Inshore fishing around Midway means adapting your approach to what's biting and where they're feeding. You'll be working with medium-action spinning gear most of the day - perfect for everything from slot redfish to feisty black drum. Live shrimp is always a winner out here, but don't be surprised if Captain Hector breaks out some cut bait when targeting bigger fish. You might find yourself sight fishing in skinny water, watching for tailing reds, or anchoring up near oyster bars where sheepshead love to pick at fiddler crabs. The technique changes throughout the day as you move between different structures and depths. Grass flats call for different presentations than creek mouths or dock pilings. That's where having an experienced captain really pays off - he'll coach you through the right techniques for each spot and species you're targeting.
"Awesome day on the water we're into fish all day." - Michael. "Hecktor was a great guide! Awesome day of fishing!" - Lonnie. "What an amazing experience with Hector at stellar charters! From the time we booked the trip he was communicating with me and keeping me updated on the schedule, location and weather. We had a bit of weather that came in out of nowhere but Hector still put us and fish and made sure we had a great time. He a great guy and super knowledgeable and passionate on what he does. I will be booking with him again and I highly recommend Stellar Charters!!" - Angel.
Black drum are some of the hardest fighting fish you'll tangle with in these waters. These bruisers can push 30-40 pounds and will test your drag system when they make their runs. They love oyster bars and structure where they can root around for crabs and shellfish. Fall and winter are prime time for the bigger specimens, though you'll find smaller "puppy drum" year-round. What makes black drum special is their power - they don't jump like a tarpon, but they'll pull steady and hard, making you work for every inch of line you gain back.
Sheepshead might just be the most challenging fish to hook consistently in Georgia waters. These convict-striped bait stealers have mouths full of human-like teeth that let them pick baits clean without getting hooked. They hang around any kind of structure - docks, pilings, oyster bars, rocks. The key is using small hooks with fresh bait and feeling for that subtle tick when they mouth it. Once you figure out the technique, sheepshead become addictive to target. Plus, they're excellent table fare with white, flaky meat that rivals any fish in the ocean.
Redfish are the crown jewel of Georgia inshore fishing. These copper-colored beauties are built for shallow water battles, and they'll give you everything they've got when hooked. Slot-sized reds (14-23 inches) are perfect for dinner, while the oversized bulls provide pure adrenaline when they peel drag across the flats. Spring through fall offers the most consistent action, but winter fishing can be phenomenal when you find schools of reds stacked up in deeper holes. What anglers love most about redfish is their aggressive feeding behavior - they'll crush topwater plugs, smash spoons, and inhale live bait with equal enthusiasm.
Bonnethead sharks add some variety to your day and always get everyone excited. These smaller members of the hammerhead family are incredibly common in Georgia's inshore waters during warmer months. They typically run 2-4 feet long and provide great light tackle action. Bonnetheads are constantly on the move, cruising grass flats and sandy bottoms hunting for crabs, shrimp, and small fish. They're perfect for kids or anyone who's never caught a shark before, and they make for some great photos before release.
Blacktip sharks bring the real excitement when they show up. These acrobatic predators are known for their spectacular jumps when hooked, often clearing the water completely multiple times during the fight. They're more common during spring and summer months when baitfish are thick in the shallows. Blacktips typically range
Your fishing adventure starts aboard the Sea Fox, a reliable 23-foot center console that's built for Georgia's inshore waters. With a powerful 200hp engine, this boat cruises comfortably at 35 mph, getting you to the fishing grounds quickly so you can spend more time with lines in the water. The center console design gives everyone plenty of room to cast and fight fish without getting tangled up. The boat comes equipped with everything serious anglers need - a fish finder to locate schools of redfish and trout, GPS navigation to hit those secret honey holes, and a wireless trolling motor for stealthy approaches in shallow water where the big fish hide. The built-in bait tank keeps your shrimp and finger mullet lively, while the icebox ensures your catch stays fresh for the ride home. With space for up to four anglers, there's room for the whole crew to spread out and work different sections of the boat. Whether you're targeting speckled trout over oyster bars or sight-casting to tailing redfish in the grass, this Sea Fox handles Georgia's coastal waters like a champ. Plus, there's an onboard head for convenience during those longer fishing sessions.
Pogonias CromisBlack drum are the heavyweights of our inshore waters, typically running 5-30 pounds but capable of hitting 90+ pounds. You'll find them cruising oyster beds and muddy flats in our brackish creeks and estuaries around Midway. Spring is prime time when they school up for spawning - that's when we hear their distinctive drumming sounds underwater. These fish are built tough with powerful jaws that crush oysters and crabs like potato chips. The smaller ones under 15 pounds make excellent table fare with flaky white meat, while the big bulls put up serious fights that'll test your drag. My go-to trick is using fresh blue crab on the bottom - it stays put better than shrimp and the drums can't resist it.
Carcharhinus LimbatusBlacktip sharks are the athletes of our inshore shark fishing, known for those spectacular jumps when hooked. They average 4-5 feet but can hit 9 feet, with distinctive black-tipped fins that make them easy to identify. You'll find them patrolling our nearshore reefs and channels in 30-100 feet, following bait schools. Spring through fall brings the best action when they're feeding heavily on mackerel, herring, and croaker. What gets guests excited is watching them launch completely out of the water - sometimes multiple times per fight. They're strong, fast swimmers that'll test your drag system. My secret weapon is using fresh, oily bait like cut mackerel or live sardines on a fish finder rig. The oil slick draws them in from a distance.
Sphyrna TiburoBonnethead sharks are the smallest hammerheads you'll encounter, with that distinctive shovel-shaped head and shy personality. Most run 3-4 feet long and are completely harmless - they're more interested in crabs and small fish than bothering anyone. You'll find them in our shallow bays and grass flats during warmer months, often traveling in small schools. Summer brings them up from Florida waters, and they're fun targets for kids and first-time shark anglers. They fight harder than their size suggests, making quick runs and turning sideways to use that broad head as leverage. The meat is actually pretty good eating too. Best bait is fresh cut blue crab fished on the bottom with a circle hook - they can't resist those claws clicking around down there.
Sciaenops OcellatusRedfish are our signature inshore species, easily spotted by those black eyespots near their tails and copper-red backs. They love super shallow water - sometimes so shallow their backs stick out. You'll find them tailing on grass flats, around oyster bars, and in our tidal creeks from 1-4 feet deep. Spring and fall offer the best fishing when they're actively feeding. Most slot fish run 18-27 inches, but the big bulls over 27 inches put up fights that'll make your arms burn. They hit topwater plugs, soft plastics, and live shrimp with equal aggression. What guests love is that explosive strike and the way they strip drag on long runs. Pro tip: look for nervous water or birds working bait - that's usually where you'll find them feeding.
Archosargus ProbatocephalusSheepshead are the convict fish of our waters with their black and white stripes and those famous human-like teeth. Most run 1-8 pounds around dock pilings, bridges, and barnacle-covered structures where they feed. They're notorious bait thieves - they'll nibble your shrimp or fiddler crab right off the hook if you're not paying attention. Spring brings the best action when they move in closer to spawn around structures. What makes them special is that sweet, mild white meat that's hard to beat on the dinner table. The key to hooking them is keeping your bait tight to the structure and setting the hook hard the moment you feel that telltale tap. I always tell folks to use the smallest hook possible with fresh shrimp - makes all the difference.
5.0 out of 5.0Awesome day on the water we're into fish all day.
Michael Reuter, Thank you! You folks were awesome. Looking forward to our next trip.
Hecktor was a great guide! Awesome day of fishing!
Lonnie Norrod, Thank you! You folks were awesome. Looking forward to our next trip.
What an amazing experience with Hector at stellar charters! From the time we booked the trip he was communicating with me and keep...
Angel Cuevas, Thank you! You folks were awesome. Looking forward to our next trip.
Jenico Macorol, Thank you! You folks were awesome. Looking forward to our next trip.
Jenico Macorol, Thank you! You folks were awesome. Looking forward to our next trip.
Captain Hector was amazing. He was very knowledgeable, patient, and entertaining. He took us to a few different spots and catered...
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I very seldom write a review. Captain Hector is the BEST!!!! I took my son and his best man fishing for the “bachelor party”. It w...
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Midway, GA