Down Sea Charters
Vero Beach, Florida
1935 25th Ave, Vero Beach, Florida, 32960
Welcome To Down Sea Charters!
No one knows for sure, but rumor has it that Captain Sam Atwell was born on the water. At age 10, he got his hands on a fishing rod and hasn’t looked back since. To say that Sam knows the local fishing spots is an understatement. He lives and breathes Florida fish and wildlife and is attuned to its subtle rhythms: the tides, the weather, the seasons, the habits, and the cycles.
You won’t just catch fish with Sam, you’ll immerse yourself in the entire Florida experience and begin to understand how this ecosystem works together to present incredible opportunities for adventure.
On an inshore/nearshore charter, we will target a variety of species such as Snook, Permit, Tarpon and more. For inshore expeditions, we operate a 17′ Maverick HPX, that accommodates up to 2 passengers.
Bring your sunscreen, sunglasses, food/snacks, and any additional drinks you may want to have with you! Chose Down Sea Charters for an unforgettable experience on the water!
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Inshore Fishing Trip
(Half Day)
$700.00 USD
Starts at: 08:00 AM
Duration: 4 hours
Explore all the nooks and crannies of the Florida intracoastal aboard our 17′ Maverick HPX.
Cruise through mangroves, uncover snook holes, and catch a glimpse of an alligator or two, if luck is on your side!
Experience an authentically Floridian fishing and wildlife adventure that is truly one-of-a-kind. You’ll have the opportunity to reel in Snook, Trout, Redfish, Flounder, and even the occasional Tarpon! Keep your eyes peeled for Manatees, Dolphins, Turtles, Alligators, Otters, Sharks, Great Blue Herons, Egrets, and a variety of bird life.
This shorter trip is great for the whole family and will get you back before lunch!
Price Includes: 2 People
Inshore Fishing Trip
(Full Day)
$900.00 USD
Starts at: 08:00 AM
Duration: 8 hours
Looking to spend an entire day enjoying the sights and sounds of Vero beach?
Our full day charter gives you the best opportunity to do that! Explore all the nooks and crannies of the Florida intracoastal aboard our 17′ Maverick HPX.
Cruise through mangroves, uncover snook holes, and catch a glimpse of an alligator or two, if luck is on your side! Experience an authentically Floridian fishing and wildlife adventure that is truly one-of-a-kind. You’ll have the opportunity to reel in Snook, Trout, Redfish, Flounder, and even the occasional Tarpon! Keep your eyes peeled for Manatees, Dolphins, Turtles, Alligators, Otters, Sharks, Great Blue Herons, Egrets, and a variety of bird life.
Price Includes: 2 People
Charter Features:
Cleaning & Filleting
Upon arrival from your day on the water, your catch will be filleted and bagged for you and your family/friends to take home and enjoy!
Live Bait Well
Our Captain’s boat is equipped with a live bait well, which may be used to hold bait and other smaller fish you may catch.
Rods, Reels, & Tackle
Our Captains are prepared with all the equipment necessary to catch whatever may swim your way! All the rods, reels, tackle, and bait will be provided to target whatever species you are hoping to catch!
You Keep Catch
Aside from the species required to be released by law and some species that may not be recommended as table fair, whatever fish are landed while out on the water are yours to keep!
What To Bring:
Additional Drinks
Camera
Cash
Hat
Non-Spray Sunscreen
Snacks/Food
Sunglasses
Weather-Appropriate Clothing
Boat Specs:
- Length: 17'
- Type: Flats Boat
- Model: Maverick HPX
- Capacity: 2 Persons
Types of Fish:
- Barracuda
- Drum (Redfish)
- Jack (Crevalle)
- Mackerel (Atlantic)
- Mackerel (Cero)
- Mackerel (King)
- Mackerel (Spanish)
- Permit
- Pompano
- Rainbow Runner
- Shark
- Sheepshead
- Snapper (Mangrove)
- Snapper (Yellowtail)
- Snook
- Speckled Trout
- Tarpon
Fishing Techniques:
- Fly Fishing
- Handline
- Light Tackle
- Popping
- Spinning
Charter Amenities:
- Child Friendly
- Cooler
Boat Reviews:
Emily Rhodes
Solid trip overall but we had to work harder than usual to find fish. Still managed a couple good Snook. Captain Sam stayed positive and persistent.
2025-02-01
Rating:
4.0
Chris Manning
Took my son on his first real flats trip and Captain Sam made it unforgettable. We caught Snook, jumped a Tarpon, and had a blast.
2024-08-23
Rating:
5.0
Nicole Grant
Perfect morning with light winds and steady action. The boat is sleek and efficient — ideal for two. Will be back!
2024-05-05
Rating:
5.0
Daniel Perez
It’s rare to find someone this dialed in. Sam helped me land my personal best Permit on light tackle. Unreal day.
2024-03-17
Rating:
5.0
Connor James
Incredible winter fishing. We were poling through the flats and saw tailing fish almost the whole morning.
2024-01-21
Rating:
5.0
Brittany Scott
Captain Sam kept us in the action with solid Snook and even a surprise Redfish. Highly recommend booking with him!
2023-11-29
Rating:
5.0
Morgan Fisher
If you're looking for a serious inshore experience in Vero, this is it. Great boat, great guide, and tons of fish.
2023-10-03
Rating:
5.0
Travis Ellis
What a rush chasing Permit inshore! We hooked up with two and brought one in — absolutely epic morning on the water.
2023-08-26
Rating:
5.0
Lindsey Howard
Such an awesome day! Sight casting to rolling Tarpon was a first for me. Sam knows these waters like the back of his hand.
2023-07-07
Rating:
5.0
Justin Bennett
Captain Sam got us on the Snook early and the bite never slowed down. The Maverick was perfect for sneaking into the skinny water where the fish were holding.
2023-06-15
Rating:
5.0
Justine Diaz
Amazing half day trip, caught jacks, snook, and mangrove snapper. Our arms are sore, can't wait to come back.
2023-05-19
Rating:
5.0
Walter Parker
Captain Sam caught the baitfish and then put us on the tarpon and snook, great use of time.
2022-12-07
Rating:
5.0
Nicole Cruz
Took the kids out fishing with Down Sea charters, Captain was great and patient. Caught fish nonstop.
2022-09-02
Rating:
5.0
Azaria Edwards
Went offshore fishing, highlight was 2 big sailfish that took most of our time, unfortunately you can't keep billfish, however it was still a great day.
2022-04-11
Rating:
4.0
Keith Collins
Great half day fishing, caught sea trout, snook, jacks, and even a tarpon. Thanks Sam!
2022-01-18
Rating:
5.0
Austin Stewart
Thanks Down Sea Charters, we were going after monster fish and didn't disappoint with both snook and tarpon on a fly fishing rod.
2021-12-27
Rating:
5.0
Terry Morris
Captain Sam is very knowledgeable and very environmentally conscious knows the fish and waters very well, meticulously clean boat and modern electronics.
2021-10-22
Rating:
5.0
Roger Morales
Had fun yesterday on our first deep sea fishing experience, caught mahi-mahi and some reef fish. We are hooked on fishing.
2021-08-13
Rating:
5.0
Lisa Murphy
Captain Sam has lived in Vero Beach his whole life, truly knows the area and everything living in it, very helpful teaching us everything about the area.
2021-03-30
Rating:
5.0
Elizabeth Cook
Amazing day with Captain Sam, caught lots of fish but also saw all kinds of wild life.
2021-01-21
Rating:
5.0
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