Captain Buddy Kirkhart is more than a fishing guide; he’s a living legend on the waters of Stuart, Florida. With a lifetime of fishing experience in the area, he expertly navigates both inshore and offshore fishing charters. Whether it’s the thrill of chasing snook or the excitement of landing a trophy sailfish, his expertise and passion for fishing shine through, making each trip an unforgettable adventure.
Tarpon fishing with Capt. Buddy Kirkhart is an experience you won’t soon forget.
Available Charters
Choose from our inshore and offshore fishing charters in Stuart, Florida, with options for both day and night trips. Each charter is tailored to meet your specific preferences and ensure an exciting, memorable fishing adventure.
Inshore Fishing Charters
Our inshore fishing charters offer the thrill of targeting species like snook, tarpon, redfish, and sea trout. Enjoy a perfect blend of action and relaxation, with each trip designed to deliver a memorable experience for anglers of all ages and skill levels.
Offshore Fishing Charters
Join us for an offshore fishing adventure out of St. Lucie Inlet, where you’ll target exciting species like sailfish, cobia, wahoo, grouper, and mahi. These trips promise thrilling battles and the chance to land impressive trophy fish.
Testimonials
A Fantastic Fishing Experience
“If you are looking for a fantastic fishing experience there is only one option in my opinion. Night Heron (Capt Buddy) will take you on an adventure, not a boat ride. Weather your a salty dog or first time on the flats this is the charter for you. Buddy truly cares about your experience and not just your money. You will not be disappointed.”
David D
We had the BEST time
“My husband, 2 kids (6 and 11), and myself went on a 4 hour charter with Buddy. We had the BEST time. Buddy was amazing and knew the best spots to fish. We were complete newbies to fishing and by the end of the 4 hours we felt confident in what we were doing. He really took the time to explain how to use a fishing rod and when my kids caught a fish, he was genuinely excited for them. He explained what they caught and pointed out some features on each fish. I highly recommend Buddy. We will definitely book again.”
Erin I
Had Us On Snook Almost Immediately
“Excellent captain and knows the area extremely well. Took my daughter and two sons over the holidays and we caught a ton of fish! Had us on snook almost immediately. Ties his own flies for his charters. Excellent equipment and very comfortable boat for the five of us.”
Keg A
One Of The Best Guides Out There
“Buddy is one of the best guides out there, he came prepared with tons of live bait, no time was wasted catching bait. He has a beautiful boat, great gear and really knows the intercoastal waters. I’ve used him twice, two entirely different trips and fish targeted. Consummate professional.”
Anthony K
We Caught A Lot Of Fish
“I have gone on 2 charters with Night Heron and highly recommend Buddy. He is extremely knowledgeable and has a clear passion for fishing. He’s also a great time!! We caught a lot of fish with him, but even if we hadn’t caught any at all, it still would have been a blast. We’ll never use anyone else for private charters!”
TimHack8
Knows Every Inch Of The Water In The Stuart Area
“I’ve been out with Buddy four times now and could not have had better experiences. To start, he’s a great guy, easy to talk to yet very professional. He knows every inch of the water in the Stuart area as he’s been fishing there his entire life. He’s a great teacher for any angler that wants to learn more. He put us on lots of fish every time out.”
Daniel
This Boat Catches Fish
Experience the 2022 Islamorada Boatworks Morada 24, powered by a Yamaha 300 for stability, dry running, and excellent chop handling. Features include backrests for comfort, ample gear storage including a half-moon cooler, Humminbird SOLIX 12 SI sonar/GPS, Minn Kota Ipilot trolling motor for unobstructed bow fishing, cockpit lights for night fishing, and Minn Kota raptors for shallow water anchoring. It has ample room for four anglers and is ideally suited for fishing in South Florida. If you’re looking into Stuart, Florida fishing charters and want to catch fish, this is the boat to be on.
Fish Species in Stuart
Ever dreamed of reeling in a huge tarpon or trophy mahi? Stuart is teeming with a variety of fish species, but catching them requires more than just luck. Captain Kirkhart understands the unique challenges of each species, from weather patterns and tides to the best lures and fishing locations.
Call Today!
(772) 341-3204
St. Lucie Inlet / Stuart, Florida
Sponsors & Affiliates
Night Heron proudly partners with the following fine brands, ensuring premium equipment for your fishing adventures.
