Do I need a boat to list on Chartrr?

No. Chartrr supports wade fishing guides, fly fishing instructors, kayak guides, shore/surf fishing guides, and BYOB (bring your own boat) guides. If your expertise is the experience, you belong on Chartrr.

How much does it cost to list as a guide?

Nothing. Listing is free and there is no commission: you keep 100% of your trip price. Chartrr adds a flat 15% service fee on the angler's side at checkout.

How do anglers find my guide service?

Anglers search by location, species, and trip type on Chartrr. Your guide service shows up alongside charter boats, reaching anglers who are actively looking for fishing experiences in your area.

What credentials do I need?

Requirements vary by state. Most fishing guides need a state guide license. If you operate any watercraft (kayak, skiff), you may need a USCG license. Chartrr's verification team will guide you through the process.

Anglers pay in full when they book. Chartrr releases your full trip price to your bank through Stripe Connect 24 hours after the trip.

Is there a contract or lock-in?

No contracts. No lock-in. Cancel anytime. We earn your business every month by helping you earn more.

No boat? No problem.

Your Expertise Is the Experience

Wade fishing, fly fishing, kayak, shore — you don't need a charter boat to earn a living doing what you love. List your fishing guide service on Chartrr and keep 100% of every booking.

List Your Guide ServiceFree to list · Zero commission

$20

/mo to list your guide service

100%

of every booking is yours

commissions, ever

Built for every kind of guide

No Boat Required

Whether you wade rivers, cast from shore, or paddle into backwaters — Chartrr is built for guides like you.

Wade Fishing

Guide anglers through flats, rivers, and estuaries on foot. Share your knowledge of the terrain and the tides.

Fly Fishing

Teach casting technique, read the water, and put clients on fish. From mountain streams to saltwater flats.

Kayak Fishing

Lead kayak fishing adventures in backwaters, mangroves, and coastal areas inaccessible by larger boats.

Shore & Surf

Guide surf casters and pier anglers to the best spots. No vessel required — just expertise and local knowledge.

Bring Your Own Boat

Anglers supply the boat, you supply the expertise. Guide from their vessel with your local knowledge and skills.

Why guides choose Chartrr

Everything You Need to Run Your Guide Business

Keep 100% of Every Booking

Zero commissions on every plan. A flat subscription means your earnings are yours. Period.

No Boat Required

List wade, fly, kayak, shore, or BYOB guide services. Your expertise is the product.

Set Your Own Terms

Your rates, your schedule, your service area. You control everything.

Built-in Booking & Payments

Online booking, secure payments, automatic reminders, and payouts after every trip. No more chasing deposits.

Get Found by Anglers

Anglers searching your area see your guide service alongside charter boats. New clients find you, not the other way around.

Build Your Reputation

Verified reviews, credential badges, and client photos build trust and attract more bookings over time.

Built for fishing guides

Tools That Help You Guide More, Admin Less

Stop juggling texts, Venmo requests, and spreadsheets. Chartrr handles the business side so you can focus on putting clients on fish.

Earnings Dashboard

Track your revenue, booking trends, and seasonal patterns. Know which services and locations earn you the most.

Booking Calendar

Manage your availability with month and week views. Block off dates, set recurring schedules, avoid double-bookings.

Direct Messaging

Chat with anglers before and after trips. Answer questions, share meeting points, and build repeat clients.

Service Area Map

Define your guide territory so anglers searching your area find you first. Multiple locations supported.

Paid at the Dock

Anglers pay only Chartrr's service fee online when they book. You collect the full trip price on the day, however you already take payment — cash, card, Venmo, Square. No Stripe setup, no invoices.

Client Reviews

Build your reputation with verified trip reviews. Great guides rise to the top of search results.

Get started in minutes

Three Steps to Your First Booking

Create Your Profile

Add your credentials, guide experience, photos, and service area. Our team reviews them, usually within 1–2 business days.

Set Your Services & Rates

Define your guide types (wade, fly, kayak, etc.), availability, and pricing.

Start Getting Bookings

Anglers find you, book instantly, and pay securely. You get notified and confirm. Money hits your bank.

Platform comparison

Chartrr vs. The Alternatives

See how Chartrr stacks up against word-of-mouth, Airbnb Experiences, and commission-based booking platforms.

Feature	Chartrr	Word of Mouth	Airbnb Exp.	Other Platforms
Commission per booking	0%	0%	20%	10-30%
Online booking & payments
Monthly cost	$20	$0	$0	$0
Angler messaging
Guide-specific listings		N/A
Calendar management
Paid after every trip		N/A
Fishing-focused audience
Revenue analytics
No contracts

Simple, transparent pricing

One Simple Plan

Free. Zero commission. Anglers pay one flat service fee at checkout, and everything is included: secure payments, messaging, and booking management.

Guide

$0/mo

Zero commissions — keep 100%

Everything you need to guide full-time, free

1 guide listing
Booking calendar & secure payments
In-app messaging with anglers
Analytics dashboard
Trip check-in & no-show protection
Paid the full trip price at the dock
Keep 100% — zero commission

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Questions?

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