- Location
- West Palm Beach, Florida
- Trip Types
- Day and night inshore fishing, fly fishing and freshwater trips
- Phone
- 561-410-9790
Flip & Rip Fishing Charters is a veteran-owned South Florida guide service led by Captain Mike Tognacci. Its coastal trips use a 22-foot Pathfinder bay boat, with daytime, nighttime and fly-fishing options.
Contact and booking details
| Operator | Flip & Rip Fishing Charters |
|---|---|
| Area | West Palm Beach, Florida |
| Departure / address | South Florida launch arranged with Captain Mike Tognacci |
| Phone | 561-410-9790 |
| Use the operator’s website or phone; no public email was confirmed in the reviewed pages. | |
| Website / reservations | Visit Flip & Rip Fishing Charters |
| Trip options | Day and night inshore fishing, fly fishing and freshwater trips |
Mike Tognacci's service
Mike is introduced as a combat veteran and the business owner. The charter welcomes different ability levels, from people trying fishing for the first time to anglers seeking a specific fish. Describe your preferred approach when contacting him.
Saltwater targets include snook, tarpon, jack crevalle, barracuda and snapper. Freshwater outings target peacock bass, largemouth bass, clown knifefish and other local species. These are distinct activities with different waters and license requirements.
The displayed package rates
Four-, six- and eight-hour trips are listed at $500, $600 and $850. The pricing blocks describe three-to-four-person trips and a $100 extra-person charge. Confirm how many guests the base price covers and the actual maximum before booking.
Saltwater fishing is advertised by day or night, while freshwater trips are not described as a round-the-clock service. Fly packages show the same duration tiers. Ask whether your booking is intended for flies, bait or a mix of techniques.
Equipment and bait availability
The site states that gear is included. Live bait is supplied when available, with bait purchases on the water mentioned when necessary. Check whether such a purchase is an added guest expense in your quote.
Saltwater license coverage is advertised. Similar wording appears in the freshwater pricing block, but it does not establish freshwater coverage. Ask Mike directly about any freshwater license you need before selecting that option.
Arranging the trip
Call the business number to discuss dates and the assigned launch. The site does not clearly name a fixed dock in its introduction. Obtain directions, parking details and the check-in time for your exact outing.
Confirm deposit, payment and cancellation terms, along with food, drinks and legal-catch cleaning. Mention any need for shade, a toilet or boarding assistance. These practical questions help determine whether the Pathfinder and chosen trip suit your group.
Details checked October 9, 2026, using the operator’s published information. Rates, boats, meeting points and policies can change; confirm the final trip details directly. Listed species describe possible targets, not a guaranteed catch or an open harvest season.
Featured photo: Flip and Rip guest displaying a snook aboard the boat. Photo from Flip & Rip Fishing Charters.
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