Where do we meet for check‑in?

Meet at Suntex Ocean View Marina in Frisco, Texas—this is the published boarding point for departure.

How long is the trip?

The charter runs eight hours, allowing time for reef fishing, snorkeling, and optional bluewater runs.

Are children allowed?

Yes. Guests ages five and up are allowed with parental supervision, and children under ten must wear lifejackets at all times on board.

Do I need fishing experience?

No prior experience required; the crew assists with baiting, casting, and fighting fish while giving hands‑on instruction.

Bring reef‑safe sunscreen, a hat, seasickness prevention if needed, a waterproof camera, and light layers for wind and spray.

Yes—guests must follow local catch limits and regulations; the crew will advise on size and bag limits during the trip.

Full-Day Fish and Snorkel Charter from Frisco, TX

Adventure Brief

Spend eight hours chasing reef and pelagic species on a private charter that combines hands‑on fishing with snorkeling over coral ledges. Depart from Suntex Ocean View Marina and choose reef, bluewater, or a mix of both—perfect for families and small groups.

8 Hours

moderate

From $1,745.18

Blue water and reef edge meet on the Full Day Fish and Snorkel charter, a private eight‑hour adventure launched from Frisco, Texas with check‑in at Suntex Ocean View Marina. Designed for up to six passengers, this trip divides its time between nearshore reef fish — yellowtail snapper, mangrove and black snapper, red and goliath grouper, amberjack and barracuda — and bluewater runs that target blackfin tuna, sailfish, wahoo, mahi‑mahi, king and Spanish mackerel, cobia, tripletail and even sharks. Anglers chase adrenaline; snorkelers slip into clear pockets around coral ledges and rocky drop‑offs to study reef life up close. The charter stands out for its flexibility. You can build the day around family‑friendly reef fishing and shallow snorkeling, push farther offshore for pelagic action, or blend both for variety. The crew works the lines and finds fish; guests get the hands‑on moments that make a saltwater day memorable: setting baits, feeling the strike, and sharing the first photograph of a landed tuna. Suntex Ocean View Marina is the meeting point for boarding, a simple signal that a coastal wilderness awaits even when your home base reads Frisco. Key natural features include hard coral formations and rocky ledges that hold snapper and grouper, mangrove‑fringed flats that shelter juvenile species, and pelagic bluewater where fast migratory fish patrol the currents. These shifting environments create a textbook lesson in coastal ecology: reef predators, schooling jacks, and open‑ocean hunters all appear in a single day. For families the operator’s safety rules are clear: children five and older are welcome with supervision and those under ten must wear lifejackets at all times aboard. Expect a full‑day rhythm: morning lines over reefs, mid‑day snorkeling around coral structures, and afternoon bluewater runs if the group chooses. Bring sunscreen, seasickness prevention, and an appetite for fresh‑grilled fish back on shore. Locals prize this charter for reliably putting anglers on fish while offering intro‑level snorkeling options for nonanglers; it’s a straightforward way to access both reef and deep water from a single departure point. Whether you’re casting for snapper from a calm reef or sprinting to the slick for a mahi run, this Full Day Fish and Snorkel trip gives a compact school in coastal marine life and fishing craft. It’s part classroom, part thrill ride— and a practical way to see how productive waters can be when you have a capable boat and an open day to explore. The trip works for experienced anglers seeking trophy fish and for first‑time snorkelers alike; the crew adapts techniques, bait choices, and snorkeling spots to conditions and group goals. Bring a waterproof camera, respect catch limits, and expect a day paced by wind, tides, and the patient rhythms of saltwater life. Outside.