From Family Fun to Offshore Adventure

D&R Charters offers a wide variety of fishing trips. If you're not sure what's best for you, please feel free to send us an email or give us a call. We can also customize any trip that’ll fit your needs.

KId’s Trip — 2.5 HOURS $475

These are perfect small trips for families with little ones who are looking to get out and enjoy some fun on the water without staying out all day. Whiting, sharks, drum, redfish, spanish mackerel, bluefish are just some of the species you may find on this trip.

Jetties and Rivers — 4 Hours $600

Our popular half-day inshore trips target redfish, black drum, whiting, sharks and rays. Rarely traveling more than 5 miles each way, the boat stays in relatively protected waters, making these trips ideal for beginners and those not comfortable in rougher water. That's not to say these aren't exciting outings, though. Our redfish and drum can top 60 lbs. and put up incredible fights. The smaller specimens are also excellent table fare. Jetty and river trips last about 4 hours, are for up to 6 guests, and typically depart at 8 a.m. and 1 p.m. Custom departures can be arranged if schedule permits.

Nearshore Reefs and Wrecks — 5,6,8 hours $850/$1000/$1400

Our Nearshore Reefs and Wrecks trips venture beyond the jetties to fish the area's many natural reefs, man made structure, and shipwrecks for a variety of species including black seabass, kingfish, cobia, snapper, grouper, barracuda, jack crevalle, and sharks. Nearshore reef and wreck trips are for up to 6 guests. We typically leave the dock around 7 a.m., but we can adjust departure times. 8-30mi offshore.

Offshore Reefs, Wrecks, and Ledges — All day 10,11 hours $2000/$2200

These longer trips allow us to reach deeper structure spots 40 to 65 miles offshore that hold more exciting species and see less fishing pressure. In addition to many of the same species we catch on the shallower wrecks and reefs, we regularly find various grouper species, vermillion snapper (aka bee-liners), triggerfish, amberjack, african pompano, mangrove snapper, mutton snapper and red snapper (when in season). It's also not uncommon to catch kingfish, wahoo, sailfish, blackfin tuna, and mahi mahi while trolling between bottom-fishing spots or even floating a flat-line out of the back, while on anchor. Up to 5 guests leaving the dock @ 6am.

Gulf Stream $2400

Venturing as far as 75 miles offshore to the warm blue waters of the Gulf Stream, these trips target billfish, wahoo, mahi mahi, and blackfin tuna. Gulf Stream trips are for up to 5 guests and leave the dock in between5-6am.. Also, you have the ability to split up this trip between trolling and bottom fishing or bottom fish the whole 12hrs.

Scenic and Sunset Cruise — 2 Hours $400

When we're not fishing, we offer private, customized scenic cruises to Fort Clinch and Cumberland Island. In addition to historic sites, you're likely to see dolphins, marine turtles, the island's famous wild horses, and other wildlife including deer, wild turkeys, foxes and more. You're welcome to bring your own food, wine, beer, and music to play on the boat's sound system. Scenic cruises last about 2 hours and cost $400 for up to 6 guests. We highly recommend scheduling your cruise for sunset, but we're happy to go at other times.

Professionalism. Comfort. Experience. And Lots of Fish.

The Boat, the Crew, and What You Need to Know

We believe our boat, our captain, and our professionalism and attention to detail make D&R Charters a premier choice among Amelia Island fishing charters.

The Boat

The Ring Money is a 33TE Worldcat Catameran. That is built for fishing in all conditions. With exceptional stability when anchored or trolling.  We also carry several marine beanbags for lounging on deck. The front comaprtment provides privacy for facilities. For fishing and safety, The Ring Money is outfitted with state-of-the-art Simrad electronics and carries a full complement of top-shelf tackle, including Shimano Tiagra trolling reels and Penn inshore spinning gear.

What We Provide

D&R Charters provides all tackle and bait, plus all appropriate licenses. We also provide a huge coffin box with ice for whatever drinks and food you wish to bring.

What to Bring

Please bring your own food and anything you want to drink, we just ask no hard liquor or glass bottles. We recommend packing food that needs to stay cold in zippered bags.

Also bring personal items, including sunscreen NO SPRAY SUNSCREEN, extra clothing, medications, sunglasses, camera, etc. We strongly recommend that you wear closed-toed shoes for fishing.

Tipping

Our captain is typically assisted by a mate whose primary job is to make your trip safe, enjoyable, and productive. Mates work for tips, and the industry standard, just like in a restaurant, is 15 to 20% of the charter cost. We encourage you to consider tipping your mate generously for exceptional service.

The Premier Charter Fishing boat in Fernandina Beach

We believe our boat, our captain, our professionalism and attention to detail makes D&R Charters the premier choice among Amelia Island fishing charters.

Capt. David Hagins

Capt. David is one of the lucky few to have grown up in the area and fished these water his entire life, a true local. Starting out in high school as a mate at 15yrs old, he worked his way up and gained his captain’s license at the age of 18. Started running as a Captain at 19 years old and hasn’t stopped since. He has been in the Charter Fishing industry a little over 18 years now and doesn’t plan on stopping anytime soon. It has always been a passion of his being on the water and making a living doing something he truley enjoys, fishing! To Captain David, there’s no better feeling then watching his clients make memories that’ll last their lifetime.