Why book a 4-hour charter in Navarre Beach?
More time = more opportunity. A 4-hour trip gives us room to adjust with the tide and wind, hop between multiple areas, and dial in the best bite of the day.
A 4-hour trip is ideal if you want:
- A true “half-day” fishing experience (not rushed)
- Time to fish multiple zones (flats + bridges + deeper edges)
- Better chances at a mixed bag (reds + trout + flounder + drum)
Where we fish on a 4-hour Navarre trip
We focus on the most productive inshore water around Navarre Beach, Santa Rosa Sound and East Bay, depending on conditions:
- Grass flats and sandy potholes
- Oyster beds and shorelines
- Bridge structure and channel edges
- Calm, family-friendly water when the Gulf is rough
What you can catch (seasonal)
Your target species changes with water temp and bait — but on 4-hour trips we commonly target:
- Redfish
- Speckled trout
- Flounder
- Black drum
- Spanish mackerel (seasonal)
- Ladyfish / bluefish (great action for kids)
What’s included (we keep it easy)
- Fishing licenses
- Rods, reels, tackle, bait
- USCG-certified captain
- Safety gear + child-sized life jackets (tell us ages)
- Cooler with bottled water
You bring: sunscreen, sunglasses, snacks/drinks, and a camera. ( no spray sunblock allowed)
Trip times (flexible)
Most guests choose:
- Morning half-day (best for cooler temps and early bites)
- Afternoon half-day (great views + steady action)
We’ll confirm the best departure window when you book.
Compare trip lengths
2 Hours
Quick fun, little ones, first-timers
3 Hours
Families who want more time but still short
4 Hours
Best overall value + flexibility
6 Hours
More range, more tactics
Serving nearby areas
Showintails Home Base is Navarre Beach—but if you’re staying nearby, we also run family-friendly trips from surrounding areas. Use the pages below for the most accurate local details:
- Pensacola Fishing Charters: https://www.showintailinshorecharters.com/pensacola-fishing-charters/
- Fort Walton Beach Fishing Charters: https://www.showintailinshorecharters.com/fort-walton-beach-fishing-charters/
- Destin Fishing Charters: https://www.showintailinshorecharters.com/destin-fishing-charters/
Frequently asked questions
No — we teach as we go. Great for beginners.
Yes kids are always welcome. For very young kids, the 2-hour trip is often the easiest win.
No — your charter covers everyone on board.
If conditions are unsafe, we will reschedule or refund if we are not able to find a time frame that works for you.
Contact
Showintail Inshore Charters
1451 Navarre Beach Causeway, Navarre, FL 32566
Call/Text: 850-582-3474
Email: showintailcharters@gmail.com