The Absolute Best Venice Louisiana Fishing Charters

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Venice Louisiana fishing charters provide world-class and world famous fishing packages that give outstanding value and the best fishing experience anyone could expect. Well trained and knowledgeable boat captains are the key to having the best fishing charters around.

In my opinion, the reason that the sportfishing experience is so fabulous in Venice Louisiana is due to the knowledge and experience of the boat captains coupled with the over-the-top, state-of-the-art equipment and the outstanding amenities the charter companies provide in lodging, meals and all inclusive extras.

Check out where fishing charters in the Venice Louisiana area size up to each other in the Google ratings online. Our listing here shows from highest to lowest star ratings in Google’s reviews.

NOTE: Our list does not filter or preclude charters listed below based on any minimum of ratings given. Please visit Google.com to read reviews

Additional Note: All charters with asterisk in the table have lodge accommodations available.

Venice Louisiana Fishing Calendar

One of the most asked questions on fishing forums about fishing in Venice Louisiana is “When’s The Best Time To Catch Fish?”

Captain Brandon Keck of Southern Fly Expeditions says “Well, when can you get here?”

Most of the forums state that all year is pretty good for big fish. And the fall and winter months usually have a better chance to pick up some 150 pound plus big game fish. Game & Fish has an outstanding website with lots of data. But, here are some highlights to get you going.

Experts on other websites usually talk about May thru August being the time you’ll get a 40 to 100 pound fish on your line.

Warm months usually bring around Tuna…sorry Charlie! Dolphin is best between May and July with Wahoo around December through March. Grouper will show up best during the months of January through June.

Snapper is the tricky ones since they have a lot of state and federal restrictions on how many, what size and when you can fish for them.

Venice Louisiana Fishing Lodge

Now Venice maybe the 6th best fishing places in the world according to Sport Fishing Magazine, but it’s about 75 miles SE of New Orleans or about a hour and a half drive out to ‘lands end’.

Most times it is best to get up early and head out to bet your competitors to the best spots.

That’s why it is best to stay in Venice the night before or if you are taking a trip to fish several days to plan on accommodations.

So, what charters have sleeping accommodations available? Glad you asked.

Venice Charters Unlimited, LLC has two mobile home trailers tied together with a wood deck and cover in between the two to bring your fishing party together when you are not out on the open seas.

2 bedrooms and 2 baths with full kitchen facilities, direct TV and washer/dryer. Sleeps six all for $150 per night.

Reel Tite Fishing Charters has a fishing lodge that can put you up for $75 per night. For an additional $75 they will throw in a three course meal that includes breakfast and dinner (Cajun of course) on land and lunch that you can bring on the boat.

Intensity Offshore Outfitters have 2 houseboats at the Venice Marina which go for $350 per night for up to 6 persons. There is a $75 cleaning fee that is added. All you have to do is get up, get dress and get on the boat right there at the marina.

Osprey Charters also has lodging accommodations right there at Cypress Cove Marina where there boat is docked. Full kitchens, den area, furnished and TV with a grill on the deck. Ice machine out back and washer/dryer available to clean those fish smelling clothes after a long day of fishing. Unfortunately, you’ll have to call for pricing.

Mexican Gulf Fishing Company has condos at the Cobia Villas in Venice Louisiana. These 3 bedroom and 2 bath spaces are close to the dock. Each of the three condos have about 1,500 SF and can accommodate about 6 persons. They run about $350 per night.

They also have a 12 person Fish House which is a houseboat right at Venice Marina. It has everything you need and rents out at $800 per night. All you have to do is get up and get on the boat.

Rivers End Outfitters, LLC has several options located at Venice Marina.

A 2 bedroom/1 bath camp goes for $300 per night at #175. The 3 bedroom/1 bath #173 goes for $300 per night as well. You’ll have to pony up about $450 for the 4 bedroom/4 bath location at #177, but only $400 for #183 with 4 bedrooms/4 baths.

The Reo Shed Camp #B-1 has 4 bedrooms/3 baths and goes for $350 per night while the Rebellious Lodge has 6 bedrooms/6-1/2 baths and goes for $750 per night.

Check Out Rivers End Outfitters Accommodations page here

VooDoo Fishing Charters has two houseboats available for guests to rent. Houseboat lodge #1 has 5 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms that reside at the Venice Marina. Six to 12 adults can sleep here depending on how comfortable you want to be.

Houseboat #2 has 4 bedrooms and 3.5 baths that will also sleep about 6 to 12 persons. Lodging for these houseboats are $85 per person per night.

Home Run Fishing Charters & Lodges has several available and run $159 per person per night which is all inclusive. That’s right! Breakfast, lunch and dinner with water and Gatorade available on the boat.

The non-inclusive rate is $99 per person per night. They do have a full kitchen and Kamado Grill where you can prepare all of your meals yourselves.

The lodge accommodations include wireless internet, granite counter tops, hardwood floors and TV’s in every room. Shipping services are available to ship your catch off home so it will be there when you get back.

Louisiana Offshore Fishing Charters has 5 private rental units that include wood decks, BBQ grills, furnishings with 3 bedrooms and 2 baths. Each can accommodate about 8 persons and located about 4 miles from the marina where you’ll push off for your fishing trip.

These units go for $300 per night for the unit with a one time cleaning fee of $100.

The Premier Lodge can host up to 24 and can provide a Full Service meal plan. 5 bedrooms and 5 baths with Great Room, Bar, Fireplace, Game Room with pool table and poker table. Large screened in porch is available for grilling parties.

You can get this unit for $500 per night for 6 persons. Add $100 per person up to 24. There is a two night minimum and don’t forget the occupancy tax and cleaning fee.

Special Note: A 10.95% sales/occupancy tax will be added and depending on which charter you go with a cleaning fee will be added in most instances.

The Redfish Lodge Of Louisiana – Unfortunately, Redfish Lodge does not give out specific details about their overnight accommodations on the website. I have contacted them and will update this post if any additional information is given.

Cypress Cove Marina – This hotel is at the Venice Marina and is used by some of the fishing charters listed in the table above that do not have accommodations of their own. All listings above that are not highlighted will most likely direct you to Cypress Cove Marina or some other partnered location.

The Lodge at Cypress Cove Marina has 62 newly renovated rooms that have two double bed occupancy, cable TV with some suites available with kitchenettes. Everything you need to prepare meals are present including microwave, refrigerator, coffee pots and toasters.

Town Homes are also available for those that need a bigger space than a standard hotel room.

Venice Louisiana Fishing Charter Reviews

Sometimes it’s best to hear how good something is “straight from the fishes mouth”. Check Out these reviews from Google users that have used some of the Venice Louisiana fishing charters in the past.

Fished with Captain Boola twice so far, nice boats, very friendly, epic trips both times, cant wait to go back

Josh L regarding Reel Tite Fishing Charters – Google Reviewer – 5 Stars

Had a great time fishing with my friend Louis, AKA Capt. Rok.We headed out around 8 am or so for an awesome day on the water. Five limits of reds and a few other species of fish plus we caught and released bull reds till our arms were hurting and back at the camp for 1130/1145. If you want to experience the trip of a lifetime, give this guy a call. You will have a great time!!! Oh and don’t forget to ask him to tell you some of his dive stories!!! Venice Guide Services #1

Wilton D. – Google Reviewer of Venice Guide Services – 5 Stars

Venice Louisiana Fishing Trip Packages

Trips down to Venice Louisiana can take on many different forms. Not only do they give you the best possible experience in offshore deep sea fishing, some charters have inshore fishing opportunities as well as hunting.

This post is specifically addressing offshore deep sea fishing charters in Venice, LA.

Here is a listing of what some of the offshore fishing charters offer in their fishing trip packages:

• Pricing can range from $500 to $4,200 depending on if fuel is included in the package or not.
• Full day or overnight packages are available.
• All equipment like rods, reels, tackle, equipment, bait, fish cleaning/filleting and bagging of your catch.
• Some charters offer shipping services so you don’t have to carry your catch with you on your trip back home, of if you are going on another adventure before going back home.
• You are usually required to get your fishing license. Yes, you need one. Most fishing charters have online options to allow you to get your license before arriving in Venice to fish.
• A deposit is usually required to reserve your fishing boat and fishing date.
• Make sure you bring head gear (to protect those bald spots), sunglasses, sunscreen or rain gear. Ice chests if you plan on hauling your catch home and camera for those selfies with your big catch.
• They don’t provide the alcohol…sorry, you bring your own beer.

Venice Louisiana Fishing Report

Most of the fishing charters listed above will have fishing reports posted on their collective websites. However, here are a few resources you can use to get a better look at what is going on or what will be going on.

• National Weather Service
• FishingBooker.com
• FishingStatus.com