Hammerhead Hunters Charter Fishing 

4.8/5 (29 reviews)
 
Federally permitted
 1001 Highway 98 East, Carrabelle, FL 32322, United States

If you’ve ever wondered why people consider Florida a first-class fishing destination, then you should come to Carrabelle and see the natural and fishing beauties it has to offer. Hammerhead Hunters Charter Fishing and Captain Jamie Thomas has over 30 years fishing the Forgotten Coast and invites you to experience the marine life in Florida from his boat. Whether you’re a beginner or avid angler, you’ll certainly have a great time on the water.

You’ll begin your trip on a restored 30’ Century center console that can sit up to 6 guests. It’s powered by a twin 300 HP Yamaha engine and has full onboard navigation electronics. It features an ice-box and is equipped with snorkeling equipment and a livewell. There will be a first mate on the boat to make sure everything goes as smoothly as possible.

You’ll go fishing inshore and offshore, visiting reefs, wrecks, and flats along the way. Captain Jamie uses both light and heavy tackle and he applies different techniques, such as bottom fishing, trolling, deep-sea fishing, spinning, and drift fishing. Some of the species you’ll target are Snapper, Grouper, Mahi Mahi, and Flounder. You can keep every fish you catch, but fish cleaning is not included. Kids are more than welcome to the boat, so be free to bring them as well.

The captain will cover you for all the fishing gear, as well as snacks, drinks, and even licenses.

Visit Hammerhead Hunters Charter Fishing and spend a memorable time on the water.

Jamie Thomas

Captain

Jamie Thomas

12 years of experience
 ID & credentials verified
 responds within an hour

Most popular features:

 Fishing License
 Live Bait
 You Keep Catch
 Drinks
 Child Friendly
 Ice Box
 Rods, reels & tackle
 Food (Snacks)

Trip availability and prices

Trip Date:
Days:
Group Size:
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Half day 5 hr – Nearshore Fishing
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip Feb 20 - Sep 30
Price for up to 6 people
US $1,100 
8 Hour Trip – Nearshore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip May 18 - Aug 31
Price for up to 6 people
US $1,450 
8 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
Price for up to 6 people
US $1,800 
10 Hour American Red Snapper
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
10 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Aug 20
Price for up to 6 people
US $2,000 
12 Hour American Red Snapper
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
12 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Aug 20
Price for up to 6 people
US $2,400 
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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.8/5
out of 5 stars from 29 reviews
Boat
4.8/5
Crew
4.8/5
Experience
4.8/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (52)

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Angler rating

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Anglers claimed

Good experience

90%

Appropriate for children

85%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

89%

Recommend this charter

93%

Caught fish

91%

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Jeremy G.
Jeremy G.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great Family Trip

VERIFIED

8 Hour Trip on July 18, 2024

We arrived at the marina and the weather was very questionable and I figured our trip was likely not gonna happen. Capt Jamie decided probably against his better judgement knowing that we really wanted to fish, we would try it! We went out and it cleared up and were able to make a full day of it and he put us on the fish! All around great crew that made it a great and memorable trip for 4 of our that had never been offshore fishing!

We arrived at the marina and the weather was very questionable and I figured our trip was likely not gonna happen. Capt Jamie decided probably against his better judgement knowing that we really wanted to fish, we would try it! We went out and it cleared up and were able to make a full day of it and he put us on the fish! All around great crew that made it a great and memorable trip for 4 of our that had never been offshore fishing!  

 Jeremy G. recommends Hammerhead Hunters Charter Fishing
Jamie Thomas
Jamie Thomas (The Captain)
Replied on July 20, 2024
Thank you Mr. Jeremy
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Madison C.
Madison C.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Fishing with Jamie

VERIFIED

8 Hour Trip – Nearshore on August 8, 2024

 

 Madison C. recommends Hammerhead Hunters Charter Fishing

Bryan G.
Bryan G.

Tallahassee, FL

5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Excellent Snapper Trip

VERIFIED

8 Hour Trip on June 1, 2022

I would highly recommend Capt. Jamie and our mate for the day, Sutt. It was a little choppy out but, if anything, the fishing was too good! Me, my son, and my nephew booked an 8 hour trip for the 1st day of red snapper season and almost from the minute the captain stopped the boat, we were on the fish. Due to my son getting seasick and the fact that me and my nephew were just too tired to catch any more fish, we had to call the trip about halfway through the day. If you want to fish offshore from Carrabelle, there is no better trip than with Captain Jamie aboard the Hammerhead Hunter. He even provided us a very nice place to stay for a very reasonable price at his lodge.

I would highly recommend Capt. Jamie and our mate for the day, Sutt. It was a little choppy out but, if anything, the fishing was too good! Me, my son, and my nephew booked an 8 hour trip for the 1st day of red snapper season and almost from the minute the captain stopped the boat, we were on the fish. Due to my son getting seasick and the fact that me and my nephew were just too tired to catch any more fish, we had to call the trip about halfway through the day. If you want to fish offshore...  

 Bryan G. recommends Hammerhead Hunters Charter Fishing

Selene K.
Selene K.

Pflugerville, TX

5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Mom + kids = caught fish. What a BLAST!!!!

VERIFIED

Half day 5 hr – Nearshore Fishing on July 29, 2022

Captain Jamie and Tyler were just as great as the experience itself!!!! The weather was good to us and was able to get out to the deep seas for some BIG fish! The guys were so attentive and helpful along with friendly which made the trip that much enjoyable! I have been fishing in many parts of Florida but will say this was the best experience yet! We appreciated the town, the people, the food and great fishing. Carrabelle, FL is on the map!

Captain Jamie and Tyler were just as great as the experience itself!!!! The weather was good to us and was able to get out to the deep seas for some BIG fish! The guys were so attentive and helpful along with friendly which made the trip that much enjoyable! I have been fishing in many parts of Florida but will say this was the best experience yet! We appreciated the town, the people, the food and great fishing. Carrabelle, FL is on the map!  

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 Selene K. recommends Hammerhead Hunters Charter Fishing

Adam K.
Adam K.

Miccosukee, FL

5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great day with Captain Jamie

VERIFIED

Half day 5 hr – Nearshore Fishing on May 20, 2023

A little rough but Captain Jamie knows where the good spots are. We caught plenty of fish and had a good time. I would recommend this charter. Unfortunately didn't get too many pictures because we were too busy fishing!

A little rough but Captain Jamie knows where the good spots are. We caught plenty of fish and had a good time. I would recommend this charter. Unfortunately didn't get too many pictures because we were too busy fishing!  

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 Adam K. recommends Hammerhead Hunters Charter Fishing
1 person finds this review helpful
Jamie Thomas
Jamie Thomas (The Captain)
Replied on May 20, 2023
Love to see family's making memories together! You have a great family Mr. Adam. Thanks for the trip and the review. Come see us again.

FAQs about Hammerhead Hunters Charter Fishing

What are the trip rates for Hammerhead Hunters Charter Fishing?

Hammerhead Hunters Charter Fishing offers the following trips to customers:

  • US $1,100 per group - Half day 5 hr – Nearshore Fishing (5 hours)
  • US $1,450 per group - 8 Hour Trip – Nearshore (8 hours)
  • US $1,800 per group - 8 Hour Trip (8 hours)
  • US $2,000 per group - 10 Hour American Red Snapper (10 hours)
  • US $2,400 per group - 12 Hour American Red Snapper (12 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Hammerhead Hunters Charter Fishing?

When you book a trip with Hammerhead Hunters Charter Fishing, you can expect the following amenities onboard:

  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Ice Box
  • Radar
What's included in the trip price with Hammerhead Hunters Charter Fishing?

Trips booked with Hammerhead Hunters Charter Fishing include:

  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Snacks
  • Drinks
  • First Mate
  • Fishing License
What types of fishing does Hammerhead Hunters Charter Fishing offer?

Hammerhead Hunters Charter Fishing offers the following types of fishing:

  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing
What fishing techniques does Hammerhead Hunters Charter Fishing offer?

Hammerhead Hunters Charter Fishing offers the following fishing techniques:

  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Drift Fishing
  • Deep Sea Fishing
Which fish species can I catch with Hammerhead Hunters Charter Fishing?

Top targeted fish species with Hammerhead Hunters Charter Fishing include:

  • Amberjack
  • Cobia
  • Grouper (Gag)
  • Grouper (Goliath)
  • Grouper (Red)
  • Grouper (Scamp)
  • Hogfish
  • Seabass (Black)
  • Shark (Hammerhead)
  • Snapper (Lane)
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snapper (Red)

Your captain

Jamie Thomas

Carrabelle, Florida, United States

27 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
29 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since March 2018

Captain Jamie was born in North Fort Myers in Florida. He grew up there fishing the flats around Boca Grande Pass, Matlacha, and Sanibel Island, catching Snook, Redfish, Trout, Tarpon, Shark, and other fish. He later moved to Florida Panhandle where he has spent the last thirty years fishing the Forgotten Coast area. The most frequent question which people ask Captain Jamie after any trip is “What’s the biggest fish you've caught?” He's always excited to show off some huge trophy fish! This is why he started the charter business – to share with others the thrill of catching really big fish.

The fish you can target

Amberjack
Amberjack
Cobia
Cobia
Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper
Goliath Grouper
Goliath Grouper
Red Grouper
Red Grouper
Scamp Grouper
Scamp Grouper
Hogfish
Hogfish
Black Seabass
Black Seabass
Hammerhead Shark
Hammerhead Shark
Lane Snapper
Lane Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Red Snapper
Red Snapper

What is the boat like?

Boat Image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
30 ft
Year built
2001
Restored in
2019
Boat manufacturer
Century
Boat type
Center console

Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
2 x 300HP
Max cruising speed
48 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Nearshore Fishing

Offshore Fishing

Reef Fishing

Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle

Heavy Tackle

Bottom Fishing

Trolling

Spinning

Jigging

Drift Fishing

Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS

Fishfinder

Live Bait Well

Ice Box

Radar

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle

Live Bait

Lures

Snacks

Drinks

First Mate

Fishing License

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included

Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.

Child Friendly

You Keep Catch

Catch and Release Allowed

How you can pay

Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% deposit to guarantee your reservation.

The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:

 Cash

 Visa

 Mastercard

 American Express

When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3.5% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Carrabelle right now

AmberjackAmberjack
CobiaCobia
5 people are looking at this charter.