Tannic Water Adventures in Jacksonville

Tannic Water Adventures offers guided fishing on the St. Johns River from Jacksonville. Captain Austin focuses on redfish, trout and flounder with spinning tackle. The business also runs sightseeing and custom water outings, making it useful for visitors who want to build a day around the river.

Contact and booking details

Captain Austin's river approach

Austin is the captain named on the official site. His fishing trips use the Jacksonville river system rather than a long Gulf or Atlantic offshore run. Target species and the route follow seasonal opportunities and local conditions.

Beginners can discuss instruction before reserving, while experienced anglers can explain the fish they want to pursue. The advertised fishing platform is a 24-foot Lake and Bay Backwater bay boat. Listed equipment includes SeaDek decking, Power-Poles, a trolling motor and Garmin electronics.

Three fishing-trip lengths

A four-hour trip is listed at $450 for two anglers. Six hours costs $550 for two, and an eight-hour day costs $650 for two. Additional fishing guests cost $50 each, up to a maximum of four anglers.

The four-hour option has advertised morning and afternoon starts, at 8 a.m. and 3 p.m. The longer trips are listed with an 8 a.m. start. Check the actual reservation time with Austin, especially if you are fitting the outing around travel or a family event.

Equipment and catch handling

The operator supplies tackle, bait, fuel and safety equipment, along with fishing-license coverage. Its equipment list names St. Croix Triumph spinning rods and Daiwa BG reels. A cooler, ice and drinking water are also included.

Fish cleaning is part of the listed service. The business says it fillets, bags and ices the legal catch. Decide in advance whether you want fish for dinner or prefer a release-focused outing. A species appearing on the target list does not establish that it may be retained during your visit.

More than a fishing charter

Tannic Water Adventures advertises two-hour custom trips from $275 for two people, with $50 for each additional guest. These sightseeing outings can take up to six passengers. That passenger limit is different from the four-person fishing limit.

The custom menu includes dolphin watching, sandbars, shark-tooth hunting and backcountry or river tours. The operator also discusses trips connected with Jacksonville waterfront events. Describe the activity you have in mind so Austin can confirm its location, timing and suitability for your group.

Reservations and useful details

Book through the website or contact Austin at 904-857-2387. The listed email is TannicWaterAdventures@gmail.com. The business gives a Jacksonville address area, but you should request the precise launch location and parking instructions rather than navigating to a general city listing.

A 10 percent military and first-responder discount is advertised. Ask what identification and eligibility apply. Also establish the deposit, cancellation terms and weather arrangements during booking. Pack personal food, sun protection and any extra drinks you want, then check whether the supplied cooler has room for them.

Details checked October 11, 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: Tannic Water Adventures angler holding a large redfish aboard a bay boat. Photo from Tannic Water Adventures.

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