Just Add Water Charters
+173Bountiful Florida Gulf of Mexico waters have so much to offer when it comes to near shore and offshore fishing and Just Add Water Charters specializes in both! Operating out of Niceville, and with only a 15 minute ride to the gulf, you can be at the fishing grounds in no time! Captain Wayne Alexander has been fishing in this area since 2003 and he can’t wait to share his experience with other passionate anglers.
He invites you to join him aboard his 26’ NauticStar center console that can take up to 4 anglers fishing comfortably. “Just Add Water” is perfect for both near shore and offshore fishing and comes powered by twin 150 HP Yamaha engines, freshwater shower, full head, 2 bait tanks , and an ice-box. There’s no minimum age, so bringing your little ones is a must.
When it comes to offshore game, you’ll be focusing on Grouper, Triggerfish, Red Snapper along with several other Snapper species ,at wrecks and reefs. You could also do some trolling for King Mackerel ,Spanish Mackerel ,and possibly Blackfin Tuna and Mahi Mahi.
Top-notch Quantum ,Shimano and Penn fishing gear and bait will be covered by the charter as well. Live bait can be caught or purchased outside the pass before heading out to the fishing grounds. You can keep your catch, but please keep in mind most saltwater fish have size limits, bag limits, and seasons to keep them. All of the rules and regulations are there to preserve the future of fishing. Captain Wayne will clean and bag your catch back at the dock.
The captain will supply you with sun lotion, bottled water, and snacks. He is also a trained chef and can advise you on how to prepare your fish, or it can be prepared at L J Schooners Restaurant at the marina for only $9.95 per person (subject to change).
The only thing missing for a perfect day on the water? Just you!
Captain
Wayne Alexander
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
99%
Appropriate for children
99%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
99%
Recommend this charter
99%
Caught fish
95%
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Highlight of our summer vacation!
4 Hour Trip (PM) on June 25, 2025
My wife, son, friend, and I had an unforgettable experience during our week-long vacation in Destin, Fl. We decided to try deep sea fishing for the first time and were fortunate to have Captain Wayne as our guide. From the moment we stepped onto his beautiful boat, which was clean and fully equipped, we knew we were in for a treat. Captain Wayne gave us clear and patient instructions, making us feel comfortable and confident despite being novices. He expertly navigated us to the best fishing spots, ensuring that if we didn't get any bites within a few minutes, we quickly moved to a more promising location. Our efforts were rewarded with a fantastic catch, more than enough for a delightful "hook n’ cook" dinner. As a chef with 35 years of experience, Captain Wayne even shared his personal recipe for fish tacos. We highly recommend Captain Wayne for your family's deep sea fishing adventure. His expertise, hospitality, and dedication made our trip a highlight of our vacation.
My wife, son, friend, and I had an unforgettable experience during our week-long vacation in Destin, Fl. We decided to try deep sea fishing for the first time and were fortunate to have Captain Wayne as our guide. From the moment we stepped onto his beautiful boat, which was clean and fully equipped, we knew we were in for a treat. Captain Wayne gave us clear and patient instructions, making us feel comfortable and confident despite being novices. He expertly navigated us to the best fishing...
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We caught some nice flounder!
3 hour trip inshore - Kids (AM) on March 19, 2025
The weather was great which made for a great start. The Captain communicated well and we arrived at the dock about 9:00. He did a quick safety check and then we were off. The first stop was the seam at the incoming tide, we did a couple passes trolling then went to a few other spots. We started getting bit as we got closer to the jetty. We found a spot with some fish and put 5 keeper Flounder in the boat quickly. We had just as many keepers as we did smaller fish. After about another hour we headed back where the Captain filleted our fish for us. We all had a great time. The boat was outfitted well with electronics and fresh live bait. We all caught fish and all had a great time!
The weather was great which made for a great start. The Captain communicated well and we arrived at the dock about 9:00. He did a quick safety check and then we were off. The first stop was the seam at the incoming tide, we did a couple passes trolling then went to a few other spots. We started getting bit as we got closer to the jetty. We found a spot with some fish and put 5 keeper Flounder in the boat quickly. We had just as many keepers as we did smaller fish. After about another hour...
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Great Trip! 2 Adults, 2 Teens
4 Hour Trip (AM) on June 4, 2025
The Captain was very knowledgeable about the area and knew where the fish were. The equipment was high end and functioned perfectly. Captain was very helpful especially with the less experienced in our group. The overall experience was a great and will be a long lasting memory for our whole family. We caught several red snapper and that was an item on my bucket list. Cheers to Captain Wayne!
The Captain was very knowledgeable about the area and knew where the fish were. The equipment was high end and functioned perfectly. Captain was very helpful especially with the less experienced in our group. The overall experience was a great and will be a long lasting memory for our whole family. We caught several red snapper and that was an item on my bucket list. Cheers to Captain Wayne!
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Better than any other charters I've ever been on!
4 Hour Trip (PM) on July 8, 2025
Captain was extremely helpful, friendly, courteous and an all around a great person. Caught a PR king mackerel and almost limited out on Vermillion. We're never going anywhere else besides here. Highly recommended!
Captain was extremely helpful, friendly, courteous and an all around a great person. Caught a PR king mackerel and almost limited out on Vermillion. We're never going anywhere else besides here. Highly recommended!
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Everything we wanted it to be
4 Hour Trip (PM) on July 7, 2025
Our family had so much fun with Captain Wayne, he nailed the trip and made sure we checked off all the boxes we were hoping to on the excursion.
Our family had so much fun with Captain Wayne, he nailed the trip and made sure we checked off all the boxes we were hoping to on the excursion.
FAQs about Just Add Water Charters
What are the trip rates for Just Add Water Charters?
Just Add Water Charters offers the following trips to customers:
- US $320 per group, additional US $25 per person after 3 guests - 2 Hour Trip – Inshore Kids (AM) (2 hours)
- US $320 per group, additional US $25 per person after 3 guests - 2 Hour Trip – Inshore Kids (PM) (2 hours)
- US $480 per group, additional US $25 per person after 3 guests - 3 hour trip inshore - Kids (AM) (3 hours)
- US $480 per group, additional US $25 per person after 3 guests - 3 Hour Trip inshore – Kids (PM) (3 hours)
- US $640 per group, additional US $25 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip (AM) (4 hours)
- US $640 per group, additional US $25 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip (PM) (4 hours)
- US $800 per group, additional US $25 per person after 2 guests - 5 Hour Trip (AM) (5 hours)
- US $800 per group, additional US $25 per person after 2 guests - 5 Hour Trip (PM) (5 hours)
- US $960 per group, additional US $25 per person after 2 guests - 6 hour trip AM (6 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Just Add Water Charters?
When you book a trip with Just Add Water Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
- Toilet
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Live Bait Well
- Wireless Trolling Motor
- Ice Box
What's included in the trip price with Just Add Water Charters?
Trips booked with Just Add Water Charters include:
- Rods, reels & tackle (Quantum, Shimano and Penn)
- Live Bait (Prepared before or caught during the trip)
- Lures
- Catch cleaning & filleting
- Snacks (Crackers, chips)
- Drinks (Water)
- Fishing License
What types of fishing does Just Add Water Charters offer?
Just Add Water Charters offers the following types of fishing:
- Inshore Fishing
- Nearshore Fishing
- Offshore Fishing
- Reef Fishing
- Wreck Fishing
- Flats Fishing
What fishing techniques does Just Add Water Charters offer?
Just Add Water Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
- Light Tackle
- Heavy Tackle
- Bottom Fishing
- Trolling
- Spinning
- Jigging
- Deep Sea Fishing
Which fish species can I catch with Just Add Water Charters?
Top targeted fish species with Just Add Water Charters include:
- Amberjack
- Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
- Grouper (Gag)
- King Mackerel (Kingfish)
- Redfish
- Snapper (Lane)
- Snapper (Mangrove)
- Snapper (Red)
- Spanish Mackerel
- Spotted Seatrout
- Triggerfish (Gray)
Your captain
Niceville, Florida, United States
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I have owned a boat since 2003 and now have a Nauticstar 26’ center console with twin 150 Yamaha outboards. I have been fishing in this area since 1973, when my dad was stationed at Eglin Air Force Base. Before becoming a captain, I worked as a chef for 35 years. I have had a love for fishing since I was 3. What I love the most is fishing offshore in the gulf, so I have a lot of experience bottom fishing and trolling. Since I'm a skilled chef, I can give advice on how to cook it at home or recommend some of the best local restaurants to cook your catch.
The fish you can target
What is the boat like?
What kind of fishing will you do?
Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing
Flats Fishing
Which fishing techniques you can try
Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Deep Sea Fishing
Which amenities are available onboard
Toilet
GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Wireless Trolling Motor
Ice Box
What’s included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Quantum, Shimano and Penn
Live Bait
Prepared before or caught during the trip
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Snacks
Crackers, chips
Drinks
Water
Fishing License
How cancellations work
Free cancellation up to 1 day prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 1 day 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 agreed upon reservation
Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.
Child Friendly
No minimum age, life jackets provided
You Keep Catch
There are rules and regulations that apply
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
PayPal
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.
What’s biting in Niceville right now
Amberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Grouper (Gag)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Redfish
Snapper (Red)
Spanish Mackerel
Spotted Seatrout
Triggerfish (Gray)