Buoy Time Charters 

4.9/5 (89 reviews)
 2817 Indian Pass Road, Port St. Joe, FL 32456, United States

Buoy Time Charters 

4.9/5 (89 reviews)
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2817 Indian Pass Road
Port St. Joe, FL, United States
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Buoy Time Charters invites you down to the sunny shores of Port St Joe to spend the day chasing the Sunshine State’s top inshore species. Jump aboard and have a great time reeling in Redfish, Trout, Tripletail, and more, then head home with a cooler full of tasty fish. This is what Florida fishing is all about.

Captain Michael Bodiford grew up fishing the same waters he now runs charters on. He loves the area, loves the fishing here, and loves sharing it with anglers of any age or experience level. From seasoned pros to young kids, he will get everyone reeling in fish during your time onboard.

Spend the day aboard a 21’ Pro Master bay boat. Fully restored in 2017, she can carry 4 guests in comfort and comes equipped with everything you need for a fun, productive charter. There’s an ice box for your drinks and a full array of safety gear to keep your trip worry-free. You’re also never far from a toilet, so you can spend the day in comfort.

The boat is perfectly designed for exploring these waters in search of big fish. Her GPS combines with the captain’s extensive local knowledge to get you to the best spots in no time. Her livewell keeps your bait fighting fit until it goes in the water. Add in a versatile build that’s as home on the flats as a few miles into the Gulf, and you’re ready for anything.

Capt. Michael offers specialist trips targeting Scallops and Tripletail. Scalloping trips are great for kids and families, as you can get into the water to swim and snorkel as you fill the boat with delicious shellfish. Tripletail is Capt. Michael’s signature species and are some of the tastiest eating out there.

Can’t decide what to target? Book in for a full day trip and take on Redfish, Trout, Flounder, Spanish Mackerel, and even Sharks! Whatever you’re after, you can’t go wrong with a passionate, local guide like Capt. Michael, especially in these legendary waters.

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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.9/5
out of 5 stars from 89 reviews
Boat
4.9/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
4.8/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (54)

Awesome !!!
Awesome !!!
Captain Michael is the best!
+51

Angler rating

77
5
0
0
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Anglers claimed

Good experience

98%

Appropriate for children

98%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

92%

Caught fish

93%

Showing 1 - 5 of 89 reviews
Showing: 5 of 89 reviews
Michelle H.
Michelle H.
5.0/5

Jun 18, 2025

5 Hour Trip - Tripletail

Captain Michael is the best!

VERIFIED

We had such an incredible time catching trout and red fish with Captain Michael. We caught fish after fish and had a great time while doing it. I can’t say enough good things about our experience. 10/10 recommend.

We had such an incredible time catching trout and red fish with Captain Michael. We caught fish after fish and had a great time...  

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Captain replied
 Michelle H. recommends Buoy Time Charters
 Michelle H. recommends Buoy Time Charters
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on July 6, 2025
Thanks again for a great trip and hope to see y’all again in the future

Vaughn B.
Vaughn B.
5.0/5

Sep 11, 2025

5 Hour Trip - Tripletail

Caught limit of Red Drum.

VERIFIED

Pleasant morning on the water with very amicable Captain Mike. Turned the experienced fisherman loose and coached/encouraged the inexperienced one. Lots of variety seen and caught.

Pleasant morning on the water with very amicable Captain Mike. Turned the experienced fisherman loose and coached/encouraged the...  

Captain replied
 Vaughn B. recommends Buoy Time Charters
 Vaughn B. recommends Buoy Time Charters
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on September 23, 2025
Thanks again guys. Hope to see you again soon.

Bobby R.
Bobby R.
5.0/5

Jun 6, 2025

5 Hour Trip - Tripletail

Great Trip

VERIFIED

We’ve been coming to the area for quite a while and we learned more about the area today than all our trips combined. Looking forward to heading out again with Captain Mike!

We’ve been coming to the area for quite a while and we learned more about the area today than all our trips combined. Looking...  

Captain replied
 Bobby R. recommends Buoy Time Charters
 Bobby R. recommends Buoy Time Charters
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on June 11, 2025
Thanks guys for a great trip. Hope y’all come back again soon.

Adam L.
Adam L.
5.0/5

Jun 25, 2025

5 Hour Trip - Tripletail

June fishing trip

VERIFIED

Captain Mike was a pleasure to fish with and he put us on fish. I will definitely be contacting him again in the future.

Captain Mike was a pleasure to fish with and he put us on fish. I will definitely be contacting him again in the future.  

Captain replied
 Adam L. recommends Buoy Time Charters
 Adam L. recommends Buoy Time Charters
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on July 6, 2025
Thanks again for a great trip. Hope to see you again in the future.

BRAD H.
BRAD H.
5.0/5

Jul 14, 2025

5 Hour Trip - Tripletail

Good Day

VERIFIED

Captain worked hard to stay on fish all day good time highly recommended

Captain worked hard to stay on fish all day good time highly recommended  

Captain replied
 BRAD H. recommends Buoy Time Charters
 BRAD H. recommends Buoy Time Charters
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on July 26, 2025
Thanks guys, hope to see y’all again soon

Trip availability and prices

Trip Date:
Days:
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November 2025
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Number of days
1
Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
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3 Hour Trip - Scalloping
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
3 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip Aug 14 - Sep 24
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US $400 
Entire boat: up to 4 people
5 Hour Trip - Tripletail
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:30 AM
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US $500 
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Offshore Snapper Trip - 4 PPL MAX
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
Seasonal trip Jun 12 - Jul 25
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US $1,500 
Entire boat: up to 4 people

Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.9/5
out of 5 stars from 89 reviews
Boat
4.9/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
4.8/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (54)

Awesome !!!
Awesome !!!
Captain Michael is the best!
+51

Angler rating

77
5
0
0
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

98%

Appropriate for children

98%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

92%

Caught fish

93%

Showing 1 - 5 of 89 reviews
Showing: 5 of 89 reviews
Michelle H.
Michelle H.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Captain Michael is the best!

VERIFIED

5 Hour Trip - Tripletail on June 18, 2025

We had such an incredible time catching trout and red fish with Captain Michael. We caught fish after fish and had a great time while doing it. I can’t say enough good things about our experience. 10/10 recommend.

We had such an incredible time catching trout and red fish with Captain Michael. We caught fish after fish and had a great time while doing it. I can’t say enough good things about our experience. 10/10 recommend.  

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 Michelle H. recommends Buoy Time Charters
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on July 6, 2025
Thanks again for a great trip and hope to see y’all again in the future

Vaughn B.
Vaughn B.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Caught limit of Red Drum.

VERIFIED

5 Hour Trip - Tripletail on September 11, 2025

Pleasant morning on the water with very amicable Captain Mike. Turned the experienced fisherman loose and coached/encouraged the inexperienced one. Lots of variety seen and caught.

Pleasant morning on the water with very amicable Captain Mike. Turned the experienced fisherman loose and coached/encouraged the inexperienced one. Lots of variety seen and caught.  

 Vaughn B. recommends Buoy Time Charters
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on September 23, 2025
Thanks again guys. Hope to see you again soon.

Bobby R.
Bobby R.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great Trip

VERIFIED

5 Hour Trip - Tripletail on June 6, 2025

We’ve been coming to the area for quite a while and we learned more about the area today than all our trips combined. Looking forward to heading out again with Captain Mike!

We’ve been coming to the area for quite a while and we learned more about the area today than all our trips combined. Looking forward to heading out again with Captain Mike!  

 Bobby R. recommends Buoy Time Charters
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on June 11, 2025
Thanks guys for a great trip. Hope y’all come back again soon.

Adam L.
Adam L.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

June fishing trip

VERIFIED

5 Hour Trip - Tripletail on June 25, 2025

Captain Mike was a pleasure to fish with and he put us on fish. I will definitely be contacting him again in the future.

Captain Mike was a pleasure to fish with and he put us on fish. I will definitely be contacting him again in the future.  

 Adam L. recommends Buoy Time Charters
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on July 6, 2025
Thanks again for a great trip. Hope to see you again in the future.

BRAD H.
BRAD H.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Good Day

VERIFIED

5 Hour Trip - Tripletail on July 14, 2025

Captain worked hard to stay on fish all day good time highly recommended

Captain worked hard to stay on fish all day good time highly recommended  

 BRAD H. recommends Buoy Time Charters
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on July 26, 2025
Thanks guys, hope to see y’all again soon

FAQs about Buoy Time Charters

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The fish you can target

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What is the boat like?

Boat Image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
21 ft
Year built
2001
Boat manufacturer
Fish Master
Boat type
Bay boat

Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
1 x 200HP
Max cruising speed
25 knots
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