ARF II Charters (Veteran) 

5.0/5 (172 reviews)
 
State licensed
 Smallwood Drive 100, Chokoloskee, FL 34141, Verenigde Staten

ARF II Charters (Veteran) 

 
State licensed
5.0/5 (172)
 Angler's Choice
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Smallwood Drive 100
Chokoloskee, FL, Verenigde Staten

Veteran owned and operated

Captain DJ is a US Navy veteran with one simple mission on all the trips he runs: "Just honesty and integrity in making sure that every trip is unique and enjoyable to my clients."

With AARedfishFelicity LLC, this is exactly what you can expect! Capt. DJ is the most kid-friendly captain in the Everglades, he’s eager to share his love of fishing with them. He will give his all on every trip to make sure you have a productive and memorable time while fishing the beautiful waters of Everglades National Park.

You will be spending the day on board Capt. DJ’s 2021 23' C-Hawk bay boat powered by a 225 HP Honda engine and can fish 4 anglers. This center console will let you move effortlessly in the shallow waters of Everglades National Park.

You have a huge range of species you can go after on your trip, from Redfish and Trout to Tarpon, Snook, and even Shark. You also have the option to jig, pop, spin, drift bottom fish, and even fly fish if you bring your own gear. You will be provided with quality conventional light tackle rods and reels, and a variety of lures to tempt even the fussiest fish around.

This is a chance to dive deep into the heart of Southern Florida. You can explore the endless backwaters of the Everglades National Park. Children of all ages are welcome and Capt. DJ has life vests for them.

Customers will get to fish with Bull bay rods along with Daiwa BG reels. Lures and licenses are also included, and Capt. DJ will even clean and fillet your fish after the trip. Just bring your food, sunscreen, bug repellant, and plenty of energy – Capt. DJ will put it to good use!
Capt Kent Daniels partners with ARF charters.
All departures from ORA Marina
lodging available at ORA

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Customer reviews

Beoordelingsoverzicht

5.0/5
out of 5 stars from 172 reviews
Boot
5.0/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
5.0/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (210)

Fishing with Ariel "DJ"
Best Captain in Chokoloskee
Best Captain in Chokoloskee
+207

Beoordeling van Vissers

169
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Anglers claimed

Good experience

99%

Appropriate for children

99%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

100%

Caught fish

96%

Showing 1 - 5 of 172 reviews
Showing: 5 of 172 reviews
Lynette Falzone
Lynette Falzone
5.0
Verified
Best Captain in Chokoloskee
4 Hour military/1st responders on August 9, 20252 adults1 child
Our trip was perfect. The captain made sure we were comfortable and catching fish the whole time. I think we caught one of everything that was out there and left with a cooler full of fillets for dinner. The captain made sure my son caught his dream fish, a snook, before we finished our day. We caught numerous sea trout, several large red fish, black drum, a shark, numerous pompanos, a giant jack and several others. We will be back for sure!
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Reported catch:
Jack Crevalle
Redfish
Spotted Seatrout
Black Drum
+1
Response from Captain
August 9, 2025
ty so very much god bless see you guys soon ciao
0
Anthony Sickinger
Anthony Sickinger
5.0
Verified
Great experience and Captain!
6 hour on March 31, 20252 adults
My brother in law and I arrived at the marina and were immediately greeted in the parking area by the Captain. He directed us to his boat and we were on our way. We talked about what we were looking to target and he got right on it. Our first stop produced some fish and it was amazing to see all the rolling tarpon. I’ve fished with a number of charter Captains, I myself worked on a boat. This guy is great, friendly, courteous and professional. He’s not going to stick in one spot, he’s not taking you for just a boat ride! He finds the fish! We released a lot of fish but did keep a couple that the Captain filleted so that we could take to a local restaurant. Overall great experience! We’ll be back!
Reported catch:
Jack Crevalle
Redfish
Spotted Seatrout
Response from Captain
April 1, 2025
ty guys blessings
0
Johnathan Henson
Johnathan Henson
5.0
Verified
Caught fish all day long
full day on August 13, 20252 adults
DJ did a great job of keeping us on fish all day. If we went 5 minutes without a bite we loaded up and went somewhere else and continued to do so until it was time to leave. I didn’t keep a tally but I would bet money we caught 80+ fish. Looking forward to my next trip down here and will certainly be back in touch with DJ!
Reported catch:
Jack Crevalle
Redfish
Spotted Seatrout
Snook
Response from Captain
August 14, 2025
ty so much all the best to you guys
0
Pj Infurna
Pj Infurna
5.0
Verified
Capt DJ Saved the day
4 hour on April 22, 20252 adults
After I had a last minute cancellation by another guide, DJ saved the day with me and my kids. Quick to respond to me message, we quickly worked out a same day trip. We had a great time fishing the Everglades, catching a wide variety of fish. A pleasant captain and skilled guide, we were comfortable, safe, and relaxed for a fun day on the water.
Response from Captain
April 24, 2025
ty Sir blessings
0
Tina Allen
Tina Allen
5.0
Verified
What a trip
4 Hour military/1st responders on June 7, 20253 adults
Cap’t was great. We caught so many varieties of fish. We even got to pull in a thresher shark, which was one of the highlights of our day. We will be back again, and would recommend Capt DJ.
Response from Captain
June 9, 2025
ty much all the best
0

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3 hrs kids fishing trip
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3 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
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US $350 
Entire boat: up to 4 people
kids pm trip
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3 Hour Trip, starts at 2:00 PM
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US $350 
Entire boat: up to 4 people
4 Hour military/1st responders
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
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US $500 
Entire boat: up to 4 people
4 hour
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4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
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US $550 
Entire boat: up to 4 people
4hr pm trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
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US $550 
Entire boat: up to 4 people
6 hour
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
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US $700 
Entire boat: up to 4 people
full day
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8 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
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US $900 
Entire boat: up to 4 people
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Customer reviews

Beoordelingsoverzicht

5.0/5
out of 5 stars from 172 reviews
Boot
5.0/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
5.0/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (210)

Fishing with Ariel "DJ"
Best Captain in Chokoloskee
Best Captain in Chokoloskee
+207

Beoordeling van Vissers

169
3
0
0
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

99%

Appropriate for children

99%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

100%

Caught fish

96%

Showing 1 - 5 of 172 reviews
Showing: 5 of 172 reviews
Lynette Falzone
Lynette Falzone
5.0
Verified
Best Captain in Chokoloskee
4 Hour military/1st responders on August 9, 20252 adults1 child
Our trip was perfect. The captain made sure we were comfortable and catching fish the whole time. I think we caught one of everything that was out there and left with a cooler full of fillets for dinner. The captain made sure my son caught his dream fish, a snook, before we finished our day. We caught numerous sea trout, several large red fish, black drum, a shark, numerous pompanos, a giant jack and several others. We will be back for sure!
Review media 0
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Review media 0
Reported catch:
Jack Crevalle
Redfish
Spotted Seatrout
Black Drum
+1
Response from Captain
August 9, 2025
ty so very much god bless see you guys soon ciao
0
Anthony Sickinger
Anthony Sickinger
5.0
Verified
Great experience and Captain!
6 hour on March 31, 20252 adults
My brother in law and I arrived at the marina and were immediately greeted in the parking area by the Captain. He directed us to his boat and we were on our way. We talked about what we were looking to target and he got right on it. Our first stop produced some fish and it was amazing to see all the rolling tarpon. I’ve fished with a number of charter Captains, I myself worked on a boat. This guy is great, friendly, courteous and professional. He’s not going to stick in one spot, he’s not taking you for just a boat ride! He finds the fish! We released a lot of fish but did keep a couple that the Captain filleted so that we could take to a local restaurant. Overall great experience! We’ll be back!
Reported catch:
Jack Crevalle
Redfish
Spotted Seatrout
Response from Captain
April 1, 2025
ty guys blessings
0
Johnathan Henson
Johnathan Henson
5.0
Verified
Caught fish all day long
full day on August 13, 20252 adults
DJ did a great job of keeping us on fish all day. If we went 5 minutes without a bite we loaded up and went somewhere else and continued to do so until it was time to leave. I didn’t keep a tally but I would bet money we caught 80+ fish. Looking forward to my next trip down here and will certainly be back in touch with DJ!
Reported catch:
Jack Crevalle
Redfish
Spotted Seatrout
Snook
Response from Captain
August 14, 2025
ty so much all the best to you guys
0
Pj Infurna
Pj Infurna
5.0
Verified
Capt DJ Saved the day
4 hour on April 22, 20252 adults
After I had a last minute cancellation by another guide, DJ saved the day with me and my kids. Quick to respond to me message, we quickly worked out a same day trip. We had a great time fishing the Everglades, catching a wide variety of fish. A pleasant captain and skilled guide, we were comfortable, safe, and relaxed for a fun day on the water.
Response from Captain
April 24, 2025
ty Sir blessings
0
Tina Allen
Tina Allen
5.0
Verified
What a trip
4 Hour military/1st responders on June 7, 20253 adults
Cap’t was great. We caught so many varieties of fish. We even got to pull in a thresher shark, which was one of the highlights of our day. We will be back again, and would recommend Capt DJ.
Response from Captain
June 9, 2025
ty much all the best
0

FAQs about ARF II Charters (Veteran)

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What is the boat like?

Boat Image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
23 ft
Year built
2021
Boat manufacturer
C-Hawk
Boat type
Bay boat

Engine model
Honda
Powered by
1 x 225HP
Max cruising speed
45 knots
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