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About Your Trip

Water Type

Deep Sea

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

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

About Your Trip

Step aboard for a true offshore expedition into Canyon Country, where the Gulf drops off into deep blue water and everything changes. These long-range canyon trips push 60 to 100 miles offshore, putting you right in the heart of pelagic territory where bait stacks up, currents collide, and the ocean comes alive with some of the most sought-after gamefish in the Atlantic.

From the moment lines hit the water, you’re fishing in big-water conditions designed for serious anglers. Early mornings often start along weed lines and temperature breaks, where trolling spreads are rigged with skirted ballyhoo, diving plugs, and rigged lures built to draw explosive strikes from mahi-mahi, wahoo, and roaming tuna. When the bite is on, it can turn into fast-paced chaos—multiple hookups, high-speed runs, and fish coming over the rail in quick succession.

As the day develops and the canyon structure comes into play, the approach shifts. Deep drops for swordfish are a highlight of these trips, sending baits hundreds to thousands of feet into the dark where broadbill patrol the depths. These encounters are slow, deliberate, and intense, often culminating in some of the most hard-earned battles offshore fishing has to offer. Meanwhile, yellowfin and blackfin tuna can show up anywhere in the spread, especially around bait stacks and color changes, delivering powerful surface strikes and drag-screaming runs.

When conditions allow, chunking becomes a major focus, especially under low light or nighttime windows. Chum slicks draw fish in close, creating sustained surface activity as tuna and other pelagics push into the spread. It’s a style of fishing that rewards patience and precision, with every bait drop potentially turning into a hookup.

The vessel is built for these extended canyon runs, fully equipped with offshore electronics, heavy tackle setups, and a seasoned crew that knows how to read the water and stay on the bite. With a maximum of six anglers, everyone has room to work the rail, rotate into hot action, and stay locked in without feeling crowded.

This is not a nearshore trip or a casual day on the water. It’s a full-scale offshore mission into some of the most productive fishing grounds in the Gulf, where swordfish roam deep, tuna push hard, and every trip carries the real possibility of a fish of a lifetime.

If you're chasing big pelagics, this is where it happens—way out, where the shelf drops and the ocean comes alive.

Amenities

Water Type

Deep Sea

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Boat Restroom

This boat has a restroom.

Live Bait

Live bait is included for this trip.

Weather

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

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled up to 14 days before the trip.

Fish Cleaning

No cleaning service provided.

Beer

No beer allowed.

Kid Friendly

This trip is not suited for small children.

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

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Pricing Matrix

	12 hours	14 hours	20 hours
1 Person	$3,400.00	$3,800.00	$4,200.00
2 People	$3,400.00	$3,800.00	$4,200.00
3 People	$3,400.00	$3,800.00	$4,200.00
4 People	$3,400.00	$3,800.00	$4,200.00
5 People	$3,400.00	$3,800.00	$4,200.00
6 People	$3,400.00	$3,800.00	$4,200.00

Pay 15% of the price as a deposit today, with the balance due on the day of the trip.

About Your Guide

Richard B.

Outfitter

Expert Oriented

Instructional

Adventurous

Talkative

Laid-back

Quality

Our passion is to bring our lifetime of adventures to you and your family, creating the perfect opportunity to create special memories. Every day is an adventure!

Experience a culture surrounded by blue water, where the 50+ years of knowledge held by our experienced Captains ensures you'll feel like a part of the family and come away with memories you and your crew will never forget!

About Your Guide

Richard B.

Outfitter

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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

Blue marlin

If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?

Tuna Civiche

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

Blue marlin

If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?

Tuna Civiche

What’s your favorite band?

Morgan Wallen

What’s your favorite movie?

Brave hart

What’s your favorite sports team?

Pittsburgh Steelers

What’s your drink of choice?

Water

What was your last halloween costume?

Superman

What do you want for Christmas this year?

Penn slammer reels

How did you get started guiding?

It found me

What makes you different from other guides?

I plan trips for others that I would take my family on, my favorite is Looe Key, I like to troll there, snorkel, hit up Kiki’s and fish my way back, 8-10 hour trip

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Start Location & Lodging Options

Pensacola, Florida

About Your Boat

Boat photo for Offshore Canyon & Rig - 36 Pursuit

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Boat Type: Sportfisher
Boat Manufacturer: Topaz
Boat Length: 40'
Boat Restroom: Yes

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Sportfisher
Boat Manufacturer: Topaz
Boat Length: 40'
Boat Restroom: Yes
Engine Manufacturer: Detroit
Total Horsepower: 1000
Number of Engines: 2

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Trip Details & Amenities

Water Type

Deep Sea

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Boat Restroom

This boat has a restroom.

Live Bait

Live bait is included for this trip.

Weather

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

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled up to 14 days before the trip.

Fish Cleaning

No cleaning service provided.

Beer

No beer allowed.

Kid Friendly

This trip is not suited for small children.

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

Target Species

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You might get lucky (as long as things are in-season).
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Techniques

Everything Else to Know

Sunscreen, and wear spf clothing as there is little sun protection on the open water. Tackle, Chum, Live bait included.

You're all set! You don't need to buy a license for this trip.

This trip is managed by an outfitter. Richard will be your point of contact and you will go out with one of their guides.

We use a cashless autopay system. We'll send you a boarding pass, and on the day of the trip, your guide will scan your boarding pass to automatically transfer the remaining balance. The only cash needed is to tip your guide (we recommend 20%).

Cancel for free up to 14 days before the trip and receive credit back to your account. Cancelling within 14 of the trip will forfeit your deposit to the guide. Day-of cancellations and no-shows will be charged the full balance of the trip to their card.

In the event of inclement weather you'll be covered by out 100% Weather Guarantee and will not lose your deposit.

Reviews

5.0

based on 1 review

John

Verified Review

July 30

Captain Rich did a great job worked the boat like a pro and put us on a ton of Mahi Mahi and Bonita!! Would highly recommend!

John

Verified Review

July 30

Captain Rich did a great job worked the boat like a pro and put us on a ton of Mahi Mahi and Bonita!! Would highly recommend!

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Anthony

Verified Review

May 22

Great trip with Richard although it was pretty rough Richard manage to put us on
the spots. We limited out on Mingo Snapper and trigger fish. We look forward to going out with Richard again soon!!

Anthony

Verified Review

May 22

Great trip with Richard although it was pretty rough Richard manage to put us on
the spots. We limited out on Mingo Snapper and trigger fish. We look forward to going out with Richard again soon!!

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Trip: Offshore Canyon & Rig-34'YellowFins

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We vet our guides and only partner with the best of the best. Our guides do their very best to keep you safe, show you a great time, and send you home with a memorable experience shared with family and friends.

Once you've paid your deposit at checkout, we'll send you a QR Code boarding pass. Just show your guide your boarding pass on the day of the trip, they'll scan it, the remaining balance will transfer automatically, and you'll be all set to get out there. Just make sure you bring a cash tip for the guide!

In the event of inclement weather, our guides will check the conditions and make the final call on whether its safe to go on the trip. If they decide the trip needs to be postponed, we'll work closely with you to reschedule or provide a credit for the full deposit, which can be applied to any of our trips in the US and beyond.

Each trip's price is determined by the guide and reflects all associated costs. A significant factor in pricing is often the type of boat and the corresponding fuel expenses. Additional costs may include leases, marina or slip fees, and the expenses involved in providing and maintaining the necessary gear for your trip.

After booking your trip, we'll connect you directly with your guide to discuss additional details. In the meantime, our team is here to answer any questions via email, text, or phone.