Saltwater Therapy Charters offers the best charter fishing in the New Orleans area, based in St. Bernard, Louisiana, led by Captain Eric Olsen, a New Orleans area native who has fished his entire life. Eric is a member of the Mercury Pro Staff Team, and his passion and knowledge ensure a genuinely unforgettable experience on the water.

Trips run aboard a 42-foot Triton bay boat (up to 6 guests), powered by a 350 HP Mercury Verado engine with GPS, fishfinder, and radio technology to locate fish quickly. A wireless trolling motor allows a stealthy approach to the catch, and an ice box keeps fish and drinks cold throughout the day. Using both light and heavy tackle, Captain Eric targets Redfish, Speckled Trout, Black Drum, Flounder, and Snapper via bottom fishing, spinning, jigging, and popping, with all rods, reels, tackle, and lures provided.

Rates run $750 for 1-3 people, with each additional guest up to 6 total priced at $250. For anglers wanting to extend the trip, multiple lodges are available for overnight stays right on the Bayou in Shell Beach, with no groups mixed in the lodges and catering available on request.

Guest reviews are overwhelmingly glowing, with reviewers consistently describing Captain Eric as the best fishing charter they’ve ever been on, praising his southern hospitality, his willingness to clean and package the entire catch to take home, and genuinely limit-filling results across multiple species in a single day.

For anglers near New Orleans/St. Bernard looking for a highly reviewed, results-driven inshore fishing charter with overnight lodging available, Saltwater Therapy Charters offers an outstanding operation with Captain Eric Olsen.