Heavy Tackle Fishing Charters In Gulf Of Mexico

Get out there and join Captain Joseph on this offshore fishing adventure in Marco Island, FL! On this trip, you'll cast off and head out into the vast blue waters of the Gulf of Mexico, on board a sleek 28' Mako center console. She's equipped with top-of-the-line fishing gear and technology, and provides 360º of exceptional fishing. You'll primarily be targeting offshore reefs, wrecks, and other structure where big fish like to hang out. Amberjack, Barracuda, Gag Grouper, Goliath Grouper, Kingfish, and more are all on the menu here, so let Captain Joseph know what species you're most interested in catching! He's seasoned expert with years of experience and local knowledge that he's eager to share with you. He knows all the best spots to find the fish, and he'll make sure you're well-equipped and ready to tackle whatever the ocean throws your way. But this trip isn't just about the fishing! The stunning beauty of the Gulf of Mexico is a sight to behold, and Captain Joseph will take you to some of the most breathtaking spots along the coastline, where you'll witness firsthand the wonders of nature and the abundant marine life that inhabit these waters. Whether you're an experienced angler or a first-timer, this offshore fishing charter in Marco Island promises to be an unforgettable experience. Book your trip today and get ready for the adventure of a lifetime! Read More

If you're looking for an exciting and productive fishing experience out of Pensacola, FL, then a charter with Captain Devin is a great choice. Pensacola is known for its excellent fishing opportunities, with a variety of fish species that can be caught year-round in the Gulf of Mexico. Captain Devin is an experienced and knowledgeable fishing guide who knows the local waters and fish populations like the back of his hand. He'll provide all the necessary gear and equipment, including rods, reels, bait, and tackle, to ensure that you have the best chance of catching some of the Gulf's most prized fish species. During your charter, you'll be targeting several species of fish, vermillion snapper, mangrove snapper, scamp grouper, king mackerel, cobia, mahi, and when in season, red snapper, gag grouper, triggerfish and many more!!, Triggerfish, and Vermillion Snappers. Red snapper is a popular target among anglers, and they can be found in the Gulf's deeper waters around reefs and wrecks. These fish can weigh up to 50 pounds and are known for their hard fighting and delicious flavor. Vermillion snapper is some of the BEST eating in our area, we tend to target these VERY often for that reason! Whatever species you choose to target, you'll be in for a great adventure and with some luck, you'll have some great stories, memorable pictures, and a cooler full of fish! Get out there and have a blast. Read More

These trips are either 4, 5, or 6 hours. They are designed for the novice fisherman, families with young children and groups just pushed for time. With morning, midday and afternoon departures available, these trips are easy to fit into any hectic vacation schedule. But still allow for the chance to hook into some awsome fight fishing and delicious table fare! Everything that you need is provided on Captain Jason's charters, but feel free to bring some snacks and drinks if you'd like, and don't forget your sunscreen, hats, and sunglasses! Read More

If you're looking to try everything that the Florida Panhandle has to offer, then this trip is your ticket! Get out there with Captain Joey and spend the day going after a wide range of popular gamefish species, including Jacks, Mackerel, Amberjack, Cobia, Snappers, Groupers, and even the occasional Mahi. These classic Florida gamefish offer a little bit of everything—hard fighting, delicious eating, and amazing pictures! Captain Joey has a ton of experience catching prizewinners, and he will do everything he can to put you on the fish and give you the best possible chance to catch a champion. You'll be spending the day aboard his beautiful 24' Sea Hunt center console, powered by a 250-HP Suzuki outboard. This fast and versatile boat is perfect for fishing the different conditions you'll see in these waters, and can easily handle waters out to 10 miles. Captain Joey will provide everything you need for a perfect day on the water, including rods, reels, bait, and tackle. His goal is for everyone to have a blast and to catch a bunch of fish! Remember to bring proper clothing, a hat, and sunscreen. Read More

Experience world-class action fishing on the beautiful reefs, wrecks, and offshore of Key West. Captain Nick is experienced, friendly, and attentive, ensuring you an unforgettable day out on the ocean. Book your charter today and get ready for the adventure of a lifetime! These 2 person trips are discounted because the owner of the boat (also a fishing captain) will likely first mate on the trip and fish along with you, which is fun. We can easily handle 6 people, but we much prefer these 2 person trips to keep everyone fishing and having fun. Read More

Hit the water with Captain Jason and fish the deep waters off the coast of Galveston! Expect to target kingfish, sharks, snapper, mahi-mahi, and tripletail on your 8-hour action-packed adventure. Captain Jason is eager to entertain any level of fisherman and enjoys showing the ropes to newcomers. Take his advice and he’ll lead you to where the fish are biting. The trip can host up to 6 people, so make sure you bring some good company! Captain Jason will supply fuel, bait, top-of-the-line rods and reels, tackle, and ice. All you need to bring is a valid Texas Fishing License with a saltwater stamp for those over 16 years of age and food and drinks of your choice. Read More

If you’ve never fished in Destin, Florida, Captain Brantley will lead the way! He has fished these waters for upwards of 25 years and will be sure to take you to where the fish bite. On these 4, 6, or 8-hour trips, you’ll be targeting a wide variety of species, including Amberjack, Black Grouper, Blackfin Tuna, Dorado (Mahi Mahi), Red Snapper (depending on the season), Sailfish, and Wahoo. You’ll be fishing aboard Captain Brantley’s 40’ Infinity offshore sportfishing boat, powered by two 800 HP Cummins engines. Equipped with air conditioning, a live bait well, outriggers, a multimedia system, and an ice box, this vessel has all the necessary features to ensure that you have a productive day on the water. Captain Brantley will take care of all rods, reels, tackle, lures, licenses, and live bait. A first mate will also be on board to help you at all times. You’ll need to bring food, drinks of your choice (no glass), sunscreen, and a cooler to take home your day’s catch. Captain Brantley is known for reeling in some pretty big fish, so get ready for an action-packed day on the water! Read More

Wake up and go fishing! A 4-hour fishing trip is a great way to fish and explore the local waters surrounding Key West. Our half-day trips usually leave the dock around 7:30 a.m. and return around 11:30 a.m. However, this may change depending on the conditions, time of year, and customer preference. Captain John's mission is always to provide the best fishing experience possible with the conditions at hand. His vessel, a 28' center console (built by Latitude Tournament Boats), is a true "hybrid" fishing machine. This means that on a nice day, you can comfortably fish offshore reefs, wrecks, and Gulfstream currents. You also have the option to fish backcountry channels, inshore wrecks, and nearshore patch reefs if the wind picks up. On a full day, we might have the opportunity to target multiple species both in the deep and the shallow. Captain John specializes in light tackle fishing. This means he'll match the rod and reel outfit to the size fish you're targeting to make for the best overall angling experience. If you would like to fly fish, the captain can accommodate you. However, you must bring your own fly fishing equipment. Expect to target Amberjack, Barracuda, Tuna, Wahoo, Mahi Mahi, Grouper, and more, depending on the length of your trip. Evening Tarpon trips are also offered. Live bait makes a big difference. Pilchards, pinfish, herring, ballyhoo, and blue crabs are some of the varieties you are likely to find in the livewell. Catching bait is part of the charter, and while it may take some extra time, your captain knows it makes the difference between a fantastic fishing trip and one that's just okay. Your fishing license is included. Bring sunblock (non-spray), sunglasses, a hat, snacks, and drinks. Book your trip and hit the water with Captain John! Read More

Hop on board with Captain Philip and experience an action-packed day of fishing outside of Fort Walton Beach! A professional angler with a wealth of local knowledge, Captain Philip is more than familiar with the most productive fishing grounds in the area. His boat is Federally Permitted as well which means he is not restricted to fishing within 9 miles from shore. The ocean is your oyster when you board with Captain Philip! On these 6 or 8-hour adventures, you can expect to target Amberjack, Bonito, Cobia, Grouper, Kingfish, Shark, Red Snapper (when in season), Vermillion Snapper, and Triggerfish. You’ll be fishing aboard Captain Philip's 33-foot Grady White equipped with twin Yamaha 300's. This baby has plenty of comfortable seating, and plenty SunShades toward the Bow and Stern perfect for those really hot summer days out on the Gulf. Captain Philip will provide all rods, reels, tackle, lures, and live bait. He will also clean and fillet your fish at the end of each trip. All you need to bring is food and drinks for the day (Capt. Philip will provide bottled water), a hat, sunscreen, a good pair of sunglasses, and some good company! **Note**: Captain Philip will only accept trips during the week if they are for the **full day** (8 hours). Children are more than welcome on board, although please let Captain Philip know how many you are bringing and how old. He does not recommend bringing children under 5. Read More

Come on down to Port O’Connor, Texas and make some memories with Captain Scott! Captain Scott is a highly professional guide with almost 30 years of experience fishing the waters outside of POC. For these 6-8 hour excursions, Captain Scott uses a 30’ Mako that can accommodate 6 anglers. He will help you chase the Cobia, Mahi Mahi, Kingfish, Blacktip Shark, Wahoo, and other species that call these waters home. Make sure to bring a valid Texas Saltwater Fishing License as well as any food and drinks of your choice, sunscreen, and a hat. Captain Scott will provide all rods, reels, tackle, and lures. They will also clean and fillet your fish if a cleaning station is available. Get ready for an amazing day on the water with Captain Scott! Read More

Offshore trips with Captain Larry will always start off with catching live baits! Depending on the season you will be either flying kites for sailfish, running to the humps for tuna, fishing grass patches for Mahi Mahi, or even deep dropping for tilefish, grouper, snapper, or swordfish. On a full day offshore, Captain Larry will usually switch tactics throughout the day so you can go home with a great mixed bag of fish! Offshore you can expect hard fighting, acrobatic, and beautiful Pelagic fish. Captain Larry bases all of his fishing around having fresh live bait and catching big fish! Everything is provided aboard his 33’ World Cat as it comes fully rigged with fuel, outriggers, Garmin electronics, 2 300 HP Suzuki's, coolers, massive live wells, a large t-top for shade, and plenty of rod holders. He will even clean and vacuum seal your fillets for you for superior storage and preservation. Captain Larry focuses on the little things to ensure you have the best possible experience aboard his boat from start to finish. All you need to bring are your favorite snacks and drinks, sunscreen, polarized sunglasses, and a camera if you'd like, and Captain Larry will make sure you're well taken care of. All you'll need to bring are your favorite snacks and drinks and Captain Larry will clearly take care of the rest! Read More

Climb aboard with Captain Chris for a true fish-bite bonanza! This nearshore adventure offers the opportunity to target many species off the coast of Gulfport, FL, including delicious eating fish such as Grouper and Snapper, alongside famous gamefish such as Amberjack, Barracuda, Mackerel and Bonito. Who knows, you may even catch a glimpse of the massive Goliath Groupers that patrol these waters. Captain Chris’ 31’ Wellcraft can comfortably fit up to six guests, and the twin Suzukis on the back provide a smooth ride as you glide through the waves. On this trip, you will employ a number of skills including Trolling, Bottom Fishing, Drift Fishing, Heavy Tackle, Jigging, and Light Tackle. Captain Chris is an experienced angler who can help perfect your technique if you are a beginner, making this a great family trip. Regardless, this adventure is open to anglers of all experience levels. Captain Chris will provide you with just about everything you need, including top-quality rods, reels bait, and tackle; the only things you need to bring are snacks, water, sunscreen, and proper clothing. This trip is an amazing opportunity and you’re sure to have a blast! Read More