4.5 hours
Half-Day Fishing Charters in Biloxi, MS
Short on time or just want to get your feet wet? Our 4.5-hour Biloxi half-day fishing charter is the perfect bite-size Gulf experience — great for families, first-timers, and anyone whose trip is already full of casinos and beach days.
Duration
4.5 hours
Season
Year-round
Capacity
Up to 6 guests
Comfort
A/C Cabin + Head
About this trip
The half-day is our most popular family trip. It's a short run to the nearshore water and the Biloxi marsh, plenty of time for redfish, speckled trout, sheepshead, and a nearshore shot at Spanish mackerel. Kids stay engaged, the water is calm, and you're back at the dock with half the day left for the beach or the casino floor.
Captain Brandon reads the water and the tide to put you on steady action, and our experienced First Mate keeps baits cycling and handles the messy stuff so your family can just fish. Beginners are our specialty — we rig you up, bait the hook, and coach you through the bite.
Every half-day charter includes rods, reels, tackle, bait, ice, and Mississippi fishing licenses — you just bring food and drinks. The Shearwater's ice-cold air-conditioned cabin and private restroom keep everyone comfortable, and the covered deck means the Gulf heat never chases you off. We take pride in showing every customer an unforgettable time.
What you'll catch
Included on your trip
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Live & cut bait
- Ice for your catch & drinks
- Mississippi fishing licenses
- USCG-licensed captain & experienced First Mate
What to bring
- Food & drinks (a cooler is fine — we have ice)
- Sunscreen & a hat
- Sunglasses (polarized help)
- A light jacket for early mornings
- Soft-sole or non-marking shoes
- Your camera for the big one
Verified reviews
What anglers say about Half-Day Fishing Charter
With over three decades on the Mississippi Gulf Coast, Captain Brandon and The Shearwater have earned hundreds of verified 5-star reviews from families, tournament anglers, and first-time visitors.
Half-Day Fishing Charter FAQs
How long is the half-day fishing charter?+
Our half-day trip runs 4.5 hours. It's long enough for real action but short enough that kids don't get worn out — and you're back with half the day left.
What can we catch on a half-day trip near Biloxi?+
Nearshore and marsh species — redfish, speckled trout, sheepshead, and Spanish mackerel. It's steady, family-friendly action close to the dock.
Is a half-day charter enough for kids?+
It's ideal for kids. The 4.5-hour length keeps them engaged without wearing them out, the water is calm, and the boat's ice-cold A/C cabin and bathroom make it easy.
How much is a half-day fishing charter in Biloxi?+
Pricing for the 4.5-hour trip is shown above. The fastest way to lock in a date is to call Captain Brandon at (228) 282-4452 — he'll confirm open dates and take your deposit.
Is there a bathroom and air conditioning on the boat?+
Yes — The Shearwater has an ice-cold air-conditioned cabin and a private restroom, plus a covered deck. Beat the Gulf heat in comfort.
Book your half-day fishing charter
Prefer to request a date online? Pick a day below and Captain Brandon will call you to confirm. The fastest way to lock in your date is to call (228) 282-4452.
Deposit & Cancellation Policy
A deposit reserves your date. Trips run rain or shine — the captain calls weather with at least 24 hours notice. If the captain cancels for unsafe weather, your deposit moves to the next open date or is refunded in full. No-shows forfeit the deposit.
Prefer to request a date online? Pick a day below and Captain Brandon will call you to confirm. The fastest way to book is to call (228) 282-4452.
Ready to fish the Gulf?
Call Captain Brandon to book your half-day fishing charter.
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