Venture Charters is a locally owned and operated charter tour company that has been running trips on Puget Sound out of Bremerton for more than 25 years, previously operating as charter boats Joker and Venture. The business focuses primarily on flounder fishing and filleting, running trips year-round except in bad weather, with easy access from the Seattle-Bremerton ferry.
Trips depart out of Bremerton and Port Orchard, giving both Seattle-side visitors and locals on the Kitsap Peninsula a convenient way to get out on the water. Fishing runs $150 per person, with a group size minimum of four and maximum of six, and the business is flexible about mixing smaller groups together or reimbursing the difference if a private charter ends up forming instead. Larger private groups can also book all six spots directly for a set rate, and last-minute trips can sometimes be accommodated depending on availability.
Trips run aboard a 40-foot boat suited for Puget Sound’s inland waters, with $13 fishing licenses available for purchase right on board and bait supplied for everyone in the group. Other fish caught during the trip are released as required by law, since flounder is the primary legal keep. A standout part of the Venture Charters experience is first mate Wayne, who takes pride in grilling up some of the day’s flounder catch on board with seasoning and parmesan, giving guests a taste of their catch before they even head back to the dock.
Beyond fishing, Venture Charters also offers general charter cruises and ash scattering services on Puget Sound, reflecting a broader focus on giving guests a comfortable, accommodating experience on the water rather than sticking to fishing alone. The crew makes an effort to keep boarding easy for guests who may need extra accommodation getting on board.
For anglers or visitors near Bremerton, Port Orchard, or Silverdale looking for an easygoing, longstanding Puget Sound fishing charter with an easy ferry connection from Seattle, Venture Charters offers a relaxed day on the water built around flounder fishing and fresh, on-board grilling.
