If you’re looking for a charter that can offer you excellent fishing with a flexible service that you can customize to your liking, look no further than Tell’ntails Charters. It will take you fishing in the bountiful Gulf of Mexico for a variety of exciting species!

Captain Ryan invites you to join him aboard their 31’ Island Hopper express cruiser. She’s a spacious vessel, able to hold up to 6 anglers fishing with ample elbow room to move around. She’s fully equipped with the latest safety gear, as well as state-of-the-art navigation and fishfinding systems. You’ll get to your fishing grounds quickly and waste no time locating your prey!

With Capt. Ryan, you’ll go out into the Gulf and start battling the gorgeous fish there. The boat is equipped with downriggers to extend your reach when trolling for Kingfish, Spanish Mackerel, Barracuda, or Sailfish. For anglers who enjoy a calmer approach, bottom fishing for tasty Red Snapper is available, as well as targeting several species of Grouper. Other species can be fished too, like the Mahi Mahi, False Albacore, or Hammerhead Shark (catch and release only).

You’ll be supplied with all equipment you may need on these trips. The first mate is on board to give you a hand with anything you need. He works for tips, so gratuity is greatly appreciated (15-20% is customary). You can customize the trips to your liking, contact the captain before arriving to work out the details. The minimum age for children is 3 years old.

Ready for some reel-screaming action in the stunning Gulf of Mexico with a professional crew? If the answer is yes, book a trip with Tell’ntails Charters and embark on an exciting fishing adventure!



Trip availability and prices

  • Private trip
    3 Hour SpringBreak Trip 7am
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    3 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Feb 1 - May 31
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $450
    This is a trip around the bay trolling for Spanish Mackerel for those that want to get out on the water but not stay all day. Trip times are optional. The captain and crew will work with you to fit around your schedule.
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Trolling
    Targeted fish
    Bluefish
    Bluefish
    Ladyfish
    Ladyfish
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
  • Private trip
    3 Hour SpringBreak Trip 11AM
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    3 Hour Trip, starts at 11:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Feb 1 - May 31
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $450
    This is a trip around the bay trolling for Spanish Mackerel for those that want to get out on the water but not stay all day. Trip times are optional. The captain and crew will work with you to fit around your schedule.
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
  • Private trip
    3 Hour Spring Afternoon Trip 2pm
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    3 Hour Trip, starts at 2:00 PM
    Seasonal trip Feb 1 - May 31
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $450
    This is a trip around the bay trolling for Spanish Mackerel for those that want to get out on the water but not stay all day. Trip times are optional. The captain and crew will work with you to fit around your schedule.
    Types of fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Offshore Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Bluefish
    Bluefish
    Ladyfish
    Ladyfish
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
  • Private trip
    4HR - Trolling AM
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $700
    This trip is all about trolling the blue waters for a variety of exciting species like King and Spanish Mackerel, Wahoo, various Tunas, and others you may run into. You will be provided with all the required equipment.
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Offshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Trolling
  • Private trip
    4Hr Afternoon Trolling
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $700
    This trip will take you trolling for Kingfish, Wahoos, Tunas, and Spanish Mackerel. You will use both live and artificial baits on this trip. All required equipment is provided by the charter.
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Offshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Trolling
    Drift Fishing
  • Private trip
    3/4 Day Trip (AM)
    In demand! Last booked: 6 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Aug 1 - May 31
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $1,020
    This trip includes both trolling for pelagic fish and bottom fishing for Snappers, Groupers, and Triggerfish. You'll fish within state waters and the crew will provide all equipment and bait for the trip.
  • Private trip
    3/4 Day Trip (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    Seasonal trip Aug 1 - May 31
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $1,020
    This trip includes both trolling for pelagic fish and bottom fishing for Snappers, Groupers, and Triggerfish. You'll be fishing within state waters.
  • Private trip
    3/4 Day Trip โ€“ Jun/Jul
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Jul 31
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $1,050
    This trip includes both trolling for pelagic fish and bottom fishing for Snapper, Grouper, and Triggerfish. You'll fish within state waters and the crew will provide all equipment and bait for the trip.
  • Private trip
    3/4 Day Trip โ€“ Jun-Jul
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Jul 31
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $1,050
    This trip includes both trolling for pelagic fish and bottom fishing for Red, white and vermillion Snapper. You'll be fishing within state waters.
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Offshore Fishing
    Reef Fishing
    Wreck Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Deep Sea Fishing
    Bottom Fishing
    Trolling
    Drift Fishing
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Aug 1 - Jun 1
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $1,360
    This trip will consist of trolling for a variety of species such as the Wahoo, various Tunas, King and Spanish Mackerel. The other part of the trip will be bottom fishing for Snappers and Groupers. You'll be fishing the waters within the state limit. Mix and match however you like!
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip โ€“ Jun/Jul
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Jul 31
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $1,400
    This trip will consist of trolling for a variety of species such as the Wahoo, various Tuna and King and Spanish Mackerel. The other part of the trip will be bottom fishing for Snapper and Grouper. You'll be fishing the waters within the state limit. Mix and match however you like!
  • Private trip
    Extended Full Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    10 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Aug 15 - Jun 1
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $1,700
    You will bottom fish for Groupers and Snappers as well as troll for False Albacores, Sailfish, Barracudas, Kingfish, and other species calling Florida state waters their home. You can mix it up however you want, the trip is customizable.
  • Private trip
    10 Hour Trip โ€“ Jun/Aug
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    10 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Aug 16
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $1,750
    You will bottom fish for Grouper and Snapper as well as troll for False Albacore, Sailfish, Barracuda, Kingfish, and other species calling Florida state waters their home. You can mix it up however you want, the trip is customizable.
  • Private trip
    12 Hour Trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    12 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Aug 16 - Jun 1
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $2,040
    This trip is meant for serious offshore anglers. Once out there, you'll troll for Kingfish and Spanish Mackerel, Wahoos, False Albacores, Sailfish and others. You can also bottom fish for Snappers and Groupers if you want. Talk to the captain to figure out what best suits you.
  • Private trip
    12 Hour Trip โ€“ Jun/Aug
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    12 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Aug 15
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $2,100
    This trip is meant for serious offshore anglers. Once out there, you'll troll for Kingfish and Spanish Mackerel, Wahoo, False Albacore, Sailfish, and others. You can also bottom fish for Snapper and Grouper if you want. Talk to the captain to figure out what best suits you.
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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 265 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.6 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
94%
Friendly captain
99%
Recommend this charter
95%
Appropriate for children
97%
Satisfied with the boat
96%
Caught fish
87%
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Juan S.
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5.0 / 5
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Great crew

VERIFIED   NEW  Afternoon Bay Cruise 2hrs on December 22, 2024
I selected what was actually a cruise. Captain Greg reached out, we adjusted the trip and got underway. He was clear from the...
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Great trip!!!

VERIFIED   4HR - Trolling AM on August 1, 2024
Captain Ryan was great and got us on the fish. Twice had 3 on at once and even had to help out the first mate. Caught 3 Mahi...
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Dillon S.
Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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The guys were great!

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip (AM) on August 14, 2024
Fishing was slow they said for the snapper we were after but the guys grinded it out and still found fish. If we didnโ€™t catch...
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Sean D.
Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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Great 6 hour trip!

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip (AM) on June 9, 2024
As a first time user of FishingBooker we had so many different options of trips.We are so glad we found Tell โ€˜ntails out...
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Rachel A.
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VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip (AM) on September 5, 2024
Capt Ryan and Firstmate Justin were great. They knew the fish well. We started slow, but we ended up bringing home a good catch....
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FAQs about Tell'ntails Charters

Tell'ntails Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $450 per group - 3 Hour SpringBreak Trip 7am (3 hours)
  • US $450 per group - 3 Hour SpringBreak Trip 11AM (3 hours)
  • US $450 per group - 3 Hour Spring Afternoon Trip 2pm (3 hours)
  • US $700 per group - 4HR - Trolling AM (4 hours)
  • US $700 per group - 4Hr Afternoon Trolling (4 hours)
  • US $1,020 per group - 3/4 Day Trip (AM) (6 hours)
  • US $1,020 per group - 3/4 Day Trip (PM) (6 hours)
  • US $1,050 per group - 3/4 Day Trip โ€“ Jun/Jul (6 hours)
  • US $1,050 per group - 3/4 Day Trip โ€“ Jun-Jul (6 hours)
  • US $1,360 per group - Full Day Trip (8 hours)
  • US $1,400 per group - Full Day Trip โ€“ Jun/Jul (8 hours)
  • US $1,700 per group - Extended Full Day Trip (10 hours)
  • US $1,750 per group - 10 Hour Trip โ€“ Jun/Aug (10 hours)
  • US $2,040 per group - 12 Hour Trip (12 hours)
  • US $2,100 per group - 12 Hour Trip โ€“ Jun/Aug (12 hours)

When you book a trip with Tell'ntails Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet Enclosed toilet
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Radar

Trips booked with Tell'ntails Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures
  • First Mate (Justin works hard before you get there to ensure the boat is ready and stocked with all the equipment needed for your trip. He is also there for all your needs during the trip so make sure to take care of him. Customary tips are 20%)
  • Fishing License (Our license covers all anglers aboard the trip. )

Tell'ntails Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing

Tell'ntails Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Drift Fishing
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Tell'ntails Charters include:
  • Amberjack
  • Bonito
  • Cobia
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Grouper (Black)
  • Grouper (Red)
  • Grunt
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Little Tunny (False Albacore)
  • Snapper (Lane)
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Spanish Mackerel

Your captain

Ryan Ash
Panama City, Florida, United States
9 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
265 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since March 2018
I have loved being on the water since I was a child. I started my career at the Puget Sound in Seattle and then moved to California and started chasing German Brownโ€™s and Rainbow Trout through the Sierra Nevada Mountains of California. During my college career at CSU Sacramento, I was introduced to chasing the fall run of Salmon in the local American Rivers. It wasn't long until I made it to the Pacific Ocean and found my passion of fishing on the big blue. I made my way to the Beautiful Gulf of Mexico a few years ago and I hope to share my broad knowledge of fishing different species and provide a great experience for you and your group. I have been running charter boats for the past 10 years and still have the same passion as the day that I started. Let's go Fishing!
Our Team
Justin B.
First mate

The fish you can target

Amberjack Amberjack
Bonito Bonito
Cobia Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi) Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)

What the boat is like

Boat Image
Boat category
Yachts
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
31 ft
Year built
1996
Boat manufacturer
Island Hopper
Boat type
Cruiser

Engine model
Catepillar
Powered by
1 x 375HP
Max cruising speed
28 knots

Whichย types of fishing are offered

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Whichย fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Drift Fishing
Deep Sea Fishing

Whichย amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Enclosed toilet
GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Radar

Whatโ€™s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
First Mate
Justin works hard before you get there to ensure the boat is ready and stocked with all the equipment needed for your trip. He is also there for all your needs during the trip so make sure to take care of him. Customary tips are 20%
Fishing License
Our license covers all anglers aboard the trip.

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 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.

Whatย the listing policiesย are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
Minimum age is 3
You Keep Catch
Fish cleaning offered at Marina, not included.
Catch and Release Allowed
Catch and Release Mandatory
Shark Fishing all species
Disabled Accessible

How you can pay

Book with 20% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% 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
PayPal
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 4% charge will apply.

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