Get answers to some of our most common questions about fishing or dolphin tours with Cast Away Adventures.
What kind or fishing do you do?
We do inshore saltwater fishing on the Banana river lagoon, meaning we fish the inshore waters between the beach and the mainland.
What kinds of fish can we catch?
There is a wide variety in the lagoon with the most sought after being species like Redfish, Speckled Seatrout, Snook, Blackdrum, Mangrove snapper. There are many other species like Jack crevalle, ladyfish, grunt, Puffer, rays and much much more...
Are we guaranteed to catch fish?
Simple answer is NO, this is fishing and everyday is different. The good news is the lagoon provides such a variety of species that something is always biting. We of course would love (like all fisherman) that everyday was on FIRE! We want you to catch fish and will do everything we can to make that happen.
Do we need experience?
Absolutely NOT! We try to keep fishing simple so non-experienced and experience alike can have a great day on the water. If you have never touched a fishing pole we are there to help and teach, you will be a pro by days end.
Do I have to worry about sea sickness?
No, the lagoon is a calm and protected environment, we have never had someone sea sick on the inshore waters.
How many people can go?
By USCG regulations we can take up to 6 guests on our boats. We do have 2 boats so groups up to 12 could go splitting on to 2 boats.
Do children count as one of our 6?
Yes, the US Coast Guard does not discriminate by age or size, all are people and count as a passenger.
Do you offer trips for people who don't like fishing?
Of course, we offer eco tours for folks that would like to get out and look for dolphin, manatee, birds, alligators and what ever else of the natural Florida wildlife we can find. We also show some of the features of the area like Kennedy Space Center, port Canaveral locks and our beautiful water ways.
Can we bring alcohol?
Yes, anyone over the age of 21 may bring alcoholic refreshment and we even have a cooler of ice to put it in.
what is provided?
We provide everything for the fishing part of the trip, fishing license, rods and reels, tackle and bait. We also provide a cooler of ice just for food and drink.
What do I need to bring?
Things you should bring:
- drinks and snacks (for sure some water)
- Sunblock
- Sun glasses
- Camera or phone
What not to bring?
- Large coolers, they take up room and we have a food and drink cooler you are welcome to use.
- Illegal drugs.
What happens if there is bad weather?
If the weather is not going to be safe or enjoyable for your trip we may have to cancel. In the case of cancelation we try and reschedule you trip if it works for your schedule as well as ours. If we cannot move to another day or time there is of course no charge for canceled trip.
We always watch the weather as it changes fast here in FL and decisions to cancel are left solely on the Captain. We use the best information we have be it multiple forecasting apps, radar, common sense and experience. Sometimes forecasts turn out to be complete wrong, we make the best judgement call possible with given information.
How do we reserve and pay?
Reservations can be made by calling 321-431-7850, we do require CC to hold your reservation but do not require a deposit.
Payments will be made at the boat. We accept all major credit cards and well as cash.
What kind of boats will we be on?
We have two 26' catamaran hull deck boats. These boats provide comfortable seating and ride as well as room for everyone to fish.
Is there shade?
Both of our boats have a shade cover (Bimini top) over the back half of boat for shade.
Will there be other guests with us on the boat?
That depends, we take up to six people and book by the seat or as private boat. If you have a smaller group and do not book the boat privately, then yes there could be others on boat with you. We recommend the booking private for the most personal experience, but that is up to you.
Is there a restroom on the boat?
No the boats do not have restrooms on board, there is however restroom facilities and the dock you meet us at to use before trip. As this is inshore fishing we are never too far from a facility in the case of emergency.
Our longest trip is 4hrs and we find most people are good just hitting the head before trip. However for folk that are concerned with this or have members of there party with special circumstances we recommend booking the boat as a private trip. Booked privately the time is all yours and we can make as many trips to restroom facilities as you need.