Apalachicola deep sea fishing charters
Red snapper, gag grouper and amberjack on the Gulf of Mexico wrecks and reefs.
Fish the Gulf of Mexico wrecks and reefs with a local captain for red snapper, gag grouper and amberjack. Trips run 4, 6 or 8 hours, with the fishing license, rods, reels, tackle and bait included. Call (407) 392-4593, 9 am – 6 pm, to book.
How to book your deep sea trip
Online booking isn’t available for this trip yet. Call us and we’ll book your date.
4-, 6- or 8-hour deep sea trips
Call (407) 392-4593Saltwater license covered by the captain. Free cancellation up to 72 hours before. Full refund or free reschedule if the guide cancels for weather. Questions? Call (407) 392-4593, 9 am – 6 pm.
Saltwater license covered by the captain. Free cancellation up to 72 hours before. Full refund or free reschedule if the guide cancels for weather. Questions? Call (407) 392-4593, 9 am – 6 pm.
What can you catch on a deep sea trip in Apalachicola?
Apalachicola deep sea trips fish the Gulf of Mexico wrecks and reefs for red snapper, gag grouper and amberjack. iOutdoors books 4-, 6- and 8-hour trips with a local captain. The licensed captain covers your saltwater fishing license. These trips are booked by phone: call (407) 392-4593, 9 am – 6 pm.
What’s included and what to bring
- Licensed local captain
- Boat and fuel
- Saltwater fishing license (covered by the captain)
- Rods, reels and tackle
- Bait
- Captain tip (10–20% is customary)
- Food and drinks
- Transportation to the meeting spot
What to bring
Reviews from Apalachicola deep sea trips
5.03 reviews
Nice Area!
We stayed three nights in late January by the river. We braved the stairs, took a boat ride, and enjoyed the pleasantly laidback feel. Fantastic sunrises, boats, people & dolphins watching. The cell phone signal was weaker in this area than I would have liked. Local people were friendly when we…
James Fran · January 2020
Wimico Fishing
Was visiting Port St Joe and wanted to go out bass fishing. It was hard to find a guide but Bass Online had one. The capt took us to a spot and we caught some largemouth bass. It was an experience I got to check off
Chase Daniels · February 2018
Lake Wimico
I live in the area of Lake Wimico and find it to be a really cool lake. I like the tide change, and it has some good size bass in it.
John Backster · June 2016
What’s biting offshore by season
Winter Dec–Feb
- Grouper and amberjack on wrecks, when open
- Calm days between cold fronts
Spring Mar–May
- Amberjack on the wrecks
- Seas start to calm down
Summer Jun–Aug
- Red snapper season
- Early starts beat the afternoon storms
Fall Sep–Nov
- Gag grouper
- Amberjack return
Fish you can catch on a deep sea trip in Apalachicola
Red snapper, gag grouper and amberjack. Swipe to see what you could catch.
Amberjack
Greater amberjackHard-pulling fish around wrecks and reefs, when the season is open.
Seasons, size and bag limits apply: see the FWC saltwater fishing regulations. Your captain can tell you what you can keep.
Where you’ll fish
Deep sea trips fish the Gulf of Mexico wrecks and reefs.
Meeting spot: we confirm the dock and start time with you when you book.
Apalachicola deep sea fishing questions
How do I book?
Call (407) 392-4593, 9 am – 6 pm, and we’ll check dates and book your trip.
How much does a deep sea trip cost?
Call us for the price for your date, trip length and group.
What can I catch?
Red snapper, gag grouper and amberjack. What bites depends on the season and the tide.
Where do Apalachicola deep sea trips go?
The Gulf of Mexico wrecks and reefs. Your captain confirms the meeting spot and start time with you when you book.
Do I need a fishing license?
No. The captain’s saltwater license covers everyone fishing on the trip.
What’s included in the price?
The licensed captain, boat and fuel, your saltwater fishing license, rods, reels, tackle and bait. Not included: the captain’s tip (10–20% is customary) and food and drinks.
Can we keep the fish we catch?
Size and bag limits apply to many species, and some are catch and release. Your captain can tell you what you can keep on the day.
Is deep sea fishing good for kids and first-timers?
Offshore trips run on open water, so they suit anglers who are comfortable on a boat. For young kids, an inshore trip is often a better fit.
What happens if the weather is bad?
If the captain or guide cancels for weather, you get a full refund or a free reschedule.
What is the cancellation policy?
You can cancel for free up to 72 hours before your trip.
More deep sea trips in the Panhandle
Trips in other Panhandle towns. Some book online with a live calendar; others are booked by phone.
