About Your Guide

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Greg Macfarlane

Independent Guide
Captain Greg grew up in a local charter fishing family. As a 3rd-generation charter captain, and with help from his father Capt. Joe Sr. and older brother Capt. Joe, Captain Greg built one of the most outstanding charter charter services in St. Petersburg.
Captain Greg has a vast, intimate knowledge of the Gulf of Mexico, with a particular specialty in the western Gulf’s offshore waters. He knows where and how to put clients on fish. Book a trip with him to see what offshore fishing in St. Pete is all about!

About Your Guide

Profile photo of Captain Experiences guide Greg Macfarlane

Greg Macfarlane

Independent Guide
Captain Greg grew up in a local charter fishing family. As a 3rd-generation charter captain, and with help from his father Capt. Joe Sr. and older brother Capt. Joe, Captain Greg built one of the most outstanding charter charter services in St. Petersburg.
Captain Greg has a vast, intimate knowledge of the Gulf of Mexico, with a particular specialty in the western Gulf’s offshore waters. He knows where and how to put clients on fish. Book a trip with him to see what offshore fishing in St. Pete is all about!

St. Pete Offshore Experience

100% (11) 1 - 6 People 4 - 9 Hours From $700

About Your Trip

Water Type

Deep Sea, Nearshore

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather

Go aboard Captain Greg's beautiful 32' Sabalo and see what fishing in St. Peter's is all about! You'll be able to get a taste of everything on this trip, including nearshore reef fishing, offshore trolling, and everything in between. There are so many species available on this trip that we're barely able to list them all! The Gulf of Mexico is know as the Grouper capital of the world, and in the reefs, wrecks, and...

About Your Trip

Go aboard Captain Greg's beautiful 32' Sabalo and see what fishing in St. Peter's is all about! You'll be able to get a taste of everything on this trip, including nearshore reef fishing, offshore trolling, and everything in between. There are so many species available on this trip that we're barely able to list them all!

The Gulf of Mexico is know as the Grouper capital of the world, and in the reefs, wrecks, and
ledges you'll fish there are Black, Red, Scamp, Gag, and Goliath Grouper. Aside from bottomfish, there are also tons of Gray Snapper, Mangrove Snapper, Red Snapper, Amberjack, and Triggerfish that can be caught on the same reefs! These fish are all absolutely delicious table fare, and Captain Greg is happy to clean your keepers at the end of the trip.

For surface trolling, there's an abundance of King Mackerel, Mahi Mahi, Spanish Mackerel, Barracuda, and even Sharks! These species are a blast to catch and provide a challenge for every level of angler.

You'll be fishing from a 32′ Sabalo sportfisher, built in the "Down East Cruiser" style. She has 15 feet of fishing deck space, with 11 rod holders and an open deck all the way around the stern. The 315-HP Cummins diesel engine makes her an extremely reliable fishing machine. With over 200 gallons of fuel capacity, she can take you out 100 miles and back with fuel to spare! In addition, she boasts 1800 lbs. of ice capacity; far more than a charter could ever need. This means there’s room for all your food, drinks, fish, and plenty of fresh ice.

The creature comforts of this charter boat are more than worthy. Her central engine box has a cushion that’s 24 square feet and 6” thick for comfortable seating for six. There’s also a fish box with another 4 inch thick cushion that seats two. There’s also plenty of room to rest in the oversized v-berth below. Whether you want to relax on a fifty mile ride offshore or sit down and reel in a fish, there’s room for you AND five of your friends.

Captain Greg will provide everything you need for a blue-ribbon day, including rods, reels, bait, and tackle. All you need to bring is sunscreen, proper clothing, sunglasses, and a smile!
Amenities

Water Type

Deep Sea, Nearshore

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Fish Cleaning

This guide will clean your catch for you.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Boat Restroom

This boat has a restroom.

Live Bait

Live bait is provided for an additional fee.

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to kids.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled up to 3 days before the trip.

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

About Your Boat

Boat photo for St. Pete Offshore Experience
Boat Type
Down East Cruiser
Boat Manufacturer
Sabalo
Year Built
2006
Boat Length
32'

About Your Boat

Boat Type
Down East Cruiser
Boat Manufacturer
Sabalo
Year Built
2006
Boat Length
32'
Boat Restroom
Yes
Engine Manufacturer
Cummins
Total Horsepower
370
Number of Engines
1
Additional Amenities
GPS, Fishfinder, Bed, Live Bait Well, Sonar, Radar, Life Jackets

Recent Reviews of Pura Vida Charters

5.0
based on 11 reviews

Michael

Verified Review

What a fantastic day out on the water!!!
My family came in from out of town looking to go on a deeper fishing trip. Greg came highly recommended both by the booking agent as well as previous reviews. Our hopes of having fun and catching some big fish were exceeded both by the amount and size of fish that were caught as well as the variety.
Greg really showed his knowledge and experience by his ability...

Michael

Verified Review

What a fantastic day out on the water!!!
My family came in from out of town looking to go on a deeper fishing trip. Greg came highly recommended both by the booking agent as well as previous reviews. Our hopes of having fun and catching some big fish were exceeded both by the amount and size of fish that were caught as well as the variety.
Greg really showed his knowledge and experience by his ability
to put us “on the fish”!
Robbie, the captain’s right hand man, was so awesome as well! He kept all the lines baited and really taught us how to not lose the fish while reeling them in.
The entire day was a blast and an unforgettable adventure!!!
Thank you again Greg and Robbie from the Shannon Clan!

Darrell

Verified Review

Great tour guide. Very knowledgeable and made sure we had a blast. Thank you..

Darrell

Verified Review

Great tour guide. Very knowledgeable and made sure we had a blast. Thank you..

Danny

Verified Review

Greg and Logan made a great team, helping us have a great day on the water. They put us on the fish and kept us busy hauling them in. Thanks for a very memorable day.

Danny

Verified Review

Greg and Logan made a great team, helping us have a great day on the water. They put us on the fish and kept us busy hauling them in. Thanks for a very memorable day.

Christopher

Verified Review

Greg and his mate Logan were fantastic. They were friendly, accommodating, knowledgeable, efficient, and very “fishy”! We had a great day with them. I recommend Captain Greg highly.

Christopher

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Greg and his mate Logan were fantastic. They were friendly, accommodating, knowledgeable, efficient, and very “fishy”! We had a great day with them. I recommend Captain Greg highly.

Adrian

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Captain Greg put us on the fish all day and we had a great time!

Adrian

Verified Review

Captain Greg put us on the fish all day and we had a great time!

Potential Target Species

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Techniques

Heavy Tackle Fishing
Light Tackle Fishing
Trolling

Types of Fishing

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