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  •  2023 Chicago Fishing Charters Rates
2023 Chicago Fishing Charters Rates

2026 Charter Season

Runs Spring to Fall - Dates Fluctuate Based on Weather Patterns!

Rates & Info

Private charter = your whole boat.

Max capacity: 6 guests.

Groups over 6 or multiple boats: call/text to coordinate.

$800

Short Day Charter

4 Hours • Mon–Thu only • 1–3 guests

$960

Half-Day Charter (Captain’s Recommendation)

6 Hours • Any day rate

$1,249

Full-Day Charter

8 Hours • Any day rate

Extra Time

Add more time on the water for $150/hour.


Ask your Captain if it’s worth extending based on conditions.

* Captains Recommendation!

RESERVATIONS
See Special Packages Below

*Most Popular Package*

Captain's Choice Package:

$395 Each Person

  • Based on 6 People
  • Two-6-hour charters (usually an afternoon charter followed by a morning charter)
  • One nights lodging (double occupancy)
  • A deposit of $300 is required
  • The four person rate is $545 each.
  • The six person rate is $395 each.
  • Weekend rates are $10 additional per person, per day (Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Holidays!)
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Time-Saver Package:
$235 Each Person
  • Based on 6 People
  • One 6-hour charter
  • One nights lodging before or after charter (double occupancy).
  • Proper icing and care of your catch on board.
  • A deposit of $300 is required
  • The four person rate $319 each.
  • The six person rate $235 each.
  • Weekend rates are $10 additional per person per day (Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Holidays)
RESERVATIONS

Cancellation Policy

Please call and feel free to discuss any package prior to booking your trip. We maintain a strict 14 Day Cancellation Policy!

Welcome to Spendthrift Charters!

Frequently called the "Best Chicago Fishing Charters" in Chicagoland and proudly serving the Chicago and Waukegan, Illinois areas for over 40 years, Captain Jerry Nied has been chartering the finest of fishing trips. Spendthrift Charters is one of the largest fishing charter fishing vessels available on Lake Michigan today. 

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