Captain Experiences is an online marketplace that connects recreational anglers, hunters, and outdoor adventure seekers with a network of over 2,800 vetted guides across North America and beyond. Users can filter by activity, species, location, and date to book trips instantly, backed by 24/7 support and a 100 % weather guarantee that reschedules cancellations at no cost.
Funding
$6.1M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Product
Problem
Finding reliable, experienced fishing and hunting guides can be time‑consuming, and cancellations due to weather or poor communication often lead to wasted trips and frustration for outdoor enthusiasts.
Solution
Captain Experiences operates an online marketplace that matches customers with a network of over 2,800 vetted, “Damn Good” guides across North America and beyond. Guides are vetted for expertise, safety, and customer satisfaction, and earn a badge based on quality reviews, responsive communication, and low cancellation rates. The platform lets users select a date, location, and specific activity—from deep‑sea fishing to duck hunting—then book directly through the site. A 24/7 US‑based support team handles inquiries, and a 100 % weather guarantee ensures trips are rescheduled at no cost if conditions are unsafe. After the outing, customers can rate their experience, helping maintain guide quality and inform future bookings.
Target Audience
Primary customers are recreational anglers, hunters, and outdoor adventure seekers looking for guided trips, as well as travel planners and groups organizing multi‑person outings.
Features
- searchable catalog of 2,800+ vetted guides covering fishing, hunting, wildlife tours, and water activities
- filter by trip type, species, location, and date to quickly find suitable experiences
- real‑time availability and instant online booking with secure payment processing
- 24/7 customer support team for assistance before, during, and after trips
- 100 % weather guarantee that automatically offers free rescheduling for weather‑related cancellations
- guide rating system that aggregates reviews to maintain high service standards
- integrated wishlist and sharing tools for group planning and trip coordination