Pensacola Beach Fishing Charters

Join Captain Michael and embark on an unforgettable fishing adventure! No matter if it’s your first time out on the water or if you’re a seasoned professional, Captain Michael will lead the way. On this 4, 6, or 8-hour adventure, you’ll be fishing aboard Captain Michael’s 30-foot Black Watch saltwater fisher powered by twin 225 HP Cummins engines. She can accommodate 6 anglers, so make sure you bring some good company! Feel free to bring your children as well, although they must be at least 8 years old. Captain Michael will provide all equipment, including custom-built rods, Penn reels, tackle, lures, and licenses. You will fish for live bait at the beginning of the trip if the weather permits. If the weather is not suitable to fish for live bait, the price of bait is included in the trip price. A first mate will also be on board to help you at all times. At the end of the trip, the crew will clean and fillet your fish at no extra charge. Get ready for a monster day on the water with Captain Michael! Read More

Join Captain RC for a top-tier trolling adventure off the coast of Orange Beach, AL! You'll be chasing bites from Kingfish and Spanish Mackerel, both fun fighting fish for anglers of all levels! You'll be trolling as well as practicing some light-tackle techniques, which RC is happy to help you out with. He's been fishing this area for years, and knows exactly how to get you on the fish and have a blast. You’ll be fishing aboard Captain RC's 36' Cape Horn center console. She's powered by three Suzuki 350-HP engines, so you'll cruise offshore with some serious speed. This well-equipped vessel comes with all the necessities, including GPS, Fishfinder, a live bait well, and an ice box for your keepers. This boat also has a shade that can be put up to get you out of the sun! Captain Robert will provide top-of-the-line rods, reels, tackle, and fishing licenses. Don’t forget to bring food and drinks for the day, sunscreen, a hat, and a cooler with ice to take home your day’s catch. Come on down to Orange Beach and make some lifelong memories! Read More

Head out to explore the Nearshore and Offshore waters in the Gulf of Mexico with Captain Alex. His boat is Federally Permitted which means you can venture out past State Waters and go as far out into the Gulf as you want. In Destin however, the deep water is so close to shore that often you can still see the condos while sitting above 50 to 100 ft of water! For nearshore trips like these, you can expect to do a good mix of trolling and bottom fishing. Off Shore Gulf Fishing (Federal Waters), starting at 9 miles offshore, and reaching depths of 100 to 300 ft., you will be fishing for Amberjacks, Grouper, Snapper, Scamp, King Mackerel, Triggerfish, Bonito, Shark and possibly Wahoo, Mahi-Mahi, Sailfish, Marlin, and Tuna. Captain Alex's boat the "Silver King" comes loaded with all the gear you could possibly need for a successful day out on the water including all the rods, reels, tackle, bait and fishing licenses. So all you have to do is bring your favorite snack and drinks, your sun protection, and your camera, and Captain Alex will take care of the rest! Read More

Climb aboard with Captain Trey to battle the Gulf of Mexico's Apex predators. On this Shark adventure, you'll be exploring the nearshore and close offshore waters around Destin FL! These 6-hour shark trips are great for the whole family, but make sure to rest your arms leading up to the day of your trip, you'll need all your strength when these sharks start running! Captain Trey's goal is to keep you in the action, he'll be chumming up the water, and moving around to get you hooked up into your biggest shark yet. You'll be fishing aboard a luxurious 53’ G&S sportfish that can accommodate up to 15 anglers. Powered by twin Cummins engines for a whopping 1340 HP, she'll get you to the prime fishing hotspots in a hurry! This well-equipped vessel comes with all the necessities, including GPS, the latest sonar and fishfinding technology, a live well for bait, an icebox to store your catches, and of course, a solid fighting chair. It also boasts comfortable amenities such as A/C, a multimedia system, a microwave, and a comfortable bathroom onboard as well. Captain Trey will provide all rods, reels, tackle, and fishing licenses. All you need to bring is sunglasses, sunscreen, and any snacks or drinks you might need. Join Captain Trey for a Destin fishing adventure like you've never seen! Read More

This trip starts at the docks in the Harborwalk Village of Destin. Upon arrival you will meet with your captain or one of our associates. If your charter begins at 6am (7am off-season) that is when your charter boat will set off from the docks. Your charter service starts with a cruise through the Destin Harbor and out into the Destin Pass. After reaching the end of the Destin Pass we will set up to begin catching our Live Bait. This usually takes 30 mins (give or take) to catch enough Live Bait to fish with during your fishing trip. After we have enough Live Bait we head out into the Gulf of Mexico to begin catching reef or pelagic fish. It all depends on how the fish are biting that day but we will either stay in one area for the rest of your trip or we will move to another fishing spot. Good Bottom Fishing for, Red Snapper, Vermillion Snappers, Mangrove Snappers, Lane Snappers, White Snappers, Triggerfish, Groupers, and Amberjack to keep if in season. Tolling for Pelagic Species such, as King Mackerel, Spanish Mackerel, Mahi Mahi, Blackfin Tuna, and Bonito Tuna. Also, a great Shark Fishing 🦈 charter! After a few hours of fishing (depending on your hourly trip) we will then head back to the docks. This will usually be a 1 hour ride back (depending on your hourly trip) to the harbor. During this time you and your friends can crack open a cold one or relax on the quick trip back to the docks. Immediately after arriving at the docks your captain and crew will clean all your fish for you so you can take your catch with you. You have the option to give your fresh caught fish to most (if not all) restaurants on the Harbor. They will cook up your fish with one of their restaurant dishes for you. You can’t beat this! This is a perfect way to top off the evening from a great time on the water! This boat is Federally Permitted. *Please Note, 8 Hour and 10 Hour charters depart at 6:00am only. You can choose 6 hours at 6:00am or 1pm. Read More

Hop on board with Captain Bryan and hit the water for what will be an action-packed day of fishing! This 15hr trip allows you can Captain Bryan to get down into the waters that we typically fishes on overnight trips. On these trips you will target big grouper and lots of them, as well as a variety of other species too! On these trips we typically start fishing about 50 miles offshore You’ll be fishing aboard Captain Bryan’s 38’ Sportfisher with two 360 HP engines. This boat can accommodate 6 anglers, so make sure you bring some good company! Captain Bryan will provide all rods, reels, tackle, licenses, and lures. A first mate will be on board as well to help you at all times! Don’t forget to bring a cooler with ice to take home your day’s catch, sunscreen, a hat, as well as any food and beverages of your choice. Get ready for a thrilling day out with Captain Bryan as you go after a range of exciting and delicious fish that call these waters home. Read More

Have you ever thought about Fishing in Orange Beach? Get away with the Hell Boy II and crew to the beautiful island of Orange Beach AL. For these 8-12 hour trips you can expect to go much further out to sea. The longer the trip the further out you can explore, and inherently, the bigger fish you can pursue! But out at these depths you can try for Wahoo, Mahi Mahi, and maybe even some billfish like Sailfish or Marlin! The trip depends on your preferences and some expert captain advice of course! Hey Boy II has been a charter vessel since 1990 and has put smiles on thousands of faces during that time. Hey Boy II is a 36ft. Topaz powered by twin Cummins diesel engines which provide a fast ride to the best fishing spots. The boat is equipped with all of the amenities of home and is maintained to the highest standards to ensure you a safe and comfortable fishing trip. As an added piece of mind, we inspect all of our safety equipment on board on a regular basis to make sure it’s up to date and ready to use in case of an emergency. We also offer all the fishing equipment you’ll need such as rods, reels, bait and tackle. We keep the tackle well maintained so your time can be spent fighting the fish, not the fishing equipment. We want to make sure you have the best opportunity to reel in the big ones so our mates are always helpful. It’s always a pleasure to watch our guests catch their first big fish or to see our repeat customers top their record. Read More

Based in Pensacola, near the Naval Air Station (NAS), Captain Jake and his father-son-run Charter business are the perfect choice for anyone looking for an amazing fishing experience in the Gulf of Mexico. Their charter company also owns Southwind Marina which is five minutes from NAS. They love the military, and that is why they offer a $100 special of a military 6-hour trip. Give us a call for details if you'd like to take advantage! Captain Jake's main focus for his business is to ensure a safe and fun trip while being sure you are wearing your arms out reeling up fish! Both he and his father Rick are USCG-approved and the boats are both up to par with USCG standards and laws. They are professionals at catering their fishing experiences to all ranges of skill levels, so whether you're a professional angler or this is your first time out on the water, Captain Jake will make sure you have an awesome experience. Read More

If catching a Broadbill Swordfish “Xiphias-Gladius” is on your Bucket-List, then this is the trip for you! Fish with top-of-the-line gear and electronics in depths from 1000-1800 ft of water. Swordfish is not only a catch of a lifetime it’s one of the best tasting fish as well, they are the strongest and most meanest fish in ocean. Sword-fishing is not your typical fishing and it’s not for everyone. It requires persistence, patience and dedication. We also target, Grouper, Tilefish, Barrelfish and Snapper. Read More

Hop on board with Captain Johnny and prepare for an action-packed day of fishing the Alabama inshores! Orange Beach is the perfect spot to get some prized Gulf fish without venturing too far from the dock. On this 4 to 8-hour trip, Captain Johnny will cruise you through the Orange Beach inshores where you will be targeting Black Drum, Cobia, Red Snapper, and Redfish. If you opt for the longer 6-8 hour trips, you can venture farther offshore to chase some Spanish and King Mackerel too! Captain Johnny will happily instruct all beginners and experienced anglers to some fish. He's great with kids and loves introducing young ones to fishing, so kids under 8 are exempt from any additional costs of they are the 3rd or 4th passenger on board. You'll be fishing aboard Captain Johnny's 24’ Blazer Bay boat that can comfortably fit up to 4 people. Powered by a 150 HP Yamaha engine, this vessel will have no problem chopping up the inshore Alabama waters. She comes outfitted with GPS, Fishfinder, a Live Bait Well, and an Ice Box to store your catches. All you need to bring on these trips is sun protection and any food or drinks you might want. Captain Johnny will provide all rods, reels, tackle and bait. He also offers a 10% discount for all military and first responders with valid ID. A veteran himself, Johnny truly appreciates their sacrifices and does anything he can to honor their service. Read More

6 Hour trips are great for getting out into the Gulf of Mexico and seeing what it has to offer without spending the entire day out there. Depending on the season, target species can be Triggerfish, Red Snapper, Vermillion Snapper, Mackerel, shark fishing etc Read More

When Red Snapper are in season, you already know Captain Jake is going to be chasing them down. Captain Jake has a federal permit which allows him to get a head start on the season (season opens a week earlier for federally permitted vessels) and allows him to chase bigger specimens further offshore! These delicious fish tend to put up quite a fight by using a head-shaking tactic, making catching one of these beauties a real treat! These fish are commonly found around 6-8 pounds but can also grow to be about 20 pounds! Catching these fish requires dropping a line deep into a strong current and Captain Jake can help increase your chances of catching a pile of these amazing fish! Captain Jake provides all rods, reels, tackle, lures, jigs, and licenses. All you need to bring is food and drinks for the day, a hat, and sunscreen. He will clean and fillet your day’s catch at the end of the trip, so make sure you bring a cooler to take it home. Read More