Get The Gaff Sportfishing Charters 

4.6/5 (420 reviews)
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Federally permitted
 Destin, Destin, FL 32541, United States

Get The Gaff Sportfishing Charters 

 
Federally permitted
4.6/5 (420 reviews)
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Destin
Destin, FL, United States
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Throughout the year, Get The Gaff offers a range of fishing opportunities in the gulf of Mexico, bays, inshore, as well as taking you offshore for some more extreme game fishing. Raised in Louisiana, but having moved to Destin as a teenager, Captain Bankston Taylor is well adept at fishing the Gulf and is desperate to share his passion with you.

You'll drift along the waters aboard a spacious 26' Robalo center console, allowing for 360-degree vision when fishing, as well as plenty of room to tug and swing when trying to reel in a big one. The boat is powered by brand new twin Yamaha 150 HP engines, so you'll have no problem getting right out to the heart of the ocean whilst the fishfinder on board will make sure you're at the sweetest spots for fishing sought-after Grouper, Amberjack, Snapper, Mahi Mahi, Tuna, and even wahoo. Get the Gaff also offers daytime Sword fishing trips if the weather permits!

Outriggers are fitted to maximize your chances of catching as many fish as possible, while you'll be using, Penn, and Shimano rods and reels to try and hook them in. Brand new carbon fiber Shimano bent buts with new Shimano Tyrnos II reels, Talica 50 or electric deep drop, to reel in the big ones. Fish for live bait at the beginning of the trip, and have some extra bait on the boat. As the waters are so diverse, you can use almost any technique to reel 'em in, such as drift fishing, bottom fishing, jigging, spinning, trolling, and even gigging for Flounder. Get the Gaff has everything from light tackle to the best heavy tackle you could need.

With Get The Gaff, you can master your skills or simply catch the fishing bug. You're also encouraged to bring your snorkeling gear as well to get up close and personal with the beautiful creatures under the sea. There's also a new Garman Fusion radio with JBL speakers and a 10' Bazooka Tube on board so you can blast your favorite tunes as you ride out. The whole family is welcome, so what are you waiting for?

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Rating

4.6
420 reviews
5
334
4
34
3
26
2
16
1
9
4.6
Boat & equipment
4.7
Captain & crew
4.5
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (495)

Great Experience
Knowledgeable Captain and amazing patience for children
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A variety of freshly caught fish displayed on a cleaning station aboard a fishing boat, showcasing a successful day on the water.
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+489

What anglers say

84%
Great experience
93%
Family friendly
96%
Friendly captain
95%
Good boat
88%
Recommended
82%
Caught fish

All reviews (420)

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Memory Bagsby
Memory Bagsby
5.0
Verified
Absolute blast sport fishing with Capt Taylor
6 Hour PM Deep Sea on October 21, 20252 adults
An unforgettable day on the water with Captain Taylor! From start to finish, this trip was everything you could hope for in a deep-sea adventure. Captain Taylor knew exactly where to go and made sure we were on the fish all day long! Between the big amberjack (a true reef donkey!), hard-fighting redfish, skipjack that wouldn’t quit jumping, and even a little tuna that almost became shark bait, there was never a dull moment. He was patient, knowledgeable, and made the whole trip fun — even when the fish were giving us a run for our money. You can tell he loves what he does and genuinely wants his guests to have an amazing experience. If you’re heading to the Destin area and want to catch fish, laugh hard, and make memories that’ll last a lifetime — book a trip with Captain Taylor. You won’t regret it! We’ll definitely be back for round two!
Reported catch:
Amberjack
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Tim Penman
Tim Penman
5.0
Verified
New
March 28 AM fishing
5 Hour on March 28, 20263 adults
Captain Taylor was great! Fishing was tough due to the wind conditions but we did land a couple one BIG RED and a little trout. Conditions on the Gulf of America were hazardous so we stayed in near the harbor. I really appreciate the fact that he was about safety first. Thanks for a great time and I would definitely recommend him👍👍👍👍
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Reported catch:
Amberjack
Response from Captain
April 2, 2026
Thank you for your review as well as the 5 stars and thank you for the recommendation. I am pleased to hear how much you enjoyed your fishing charter even though the sea conditions were rough, I do prioritize safety. I hope to take you out again in the future.
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Ryan Duynslager
Ryan Duynslager
5.0
Verified
New
Great trip!
3hr Shark/Red fish Trip on March 31, 20261 adult1 child
Had a great evening shark trip. Shark had other things in mind so we didn’t catch a shark, but Capt. Taylor transitioned us to redfish to make sure my son had a good experience. Great private trip, Capt. Taylor is very knowledgeable on the area. I would definitely book with him again.
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Response from Captain
April 2, 2026
Thank you for your review as well as the 5 stars. I am pleased to hear how much you enjoyed your shark fishing charter even though the sharks had other plans. Glad the red fish were hungry. Cant wait to take you out again in the future.
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Rachel Dohr
Rachel Dohr
5.0
Verified
New
Great Day!
4 hr Am Close to Shore on March 31, 20263 adults2 children
We had a great time fishing today with Captain Taylor! The kids enjoyed catching all of the fish! We even tried for a bull shark and had one on, but it ended up winning the fight. Still an awesome experience! My son picked this for his adventure and said it was the best fishing trip he has been on!
Two young anglers proudly displaying their catch while fishing on a boat, showcasing a fun group experience.
A young angler and an adult proudly displaying a Spanish Mackerel while fishing together on a boat at sunset.
A variety of fish neatly arranged on a cleaning station aboard a fishing boat, showcasing a successful day on the water.
Reported catch:
Spanish Mackerel
Response from Captain
April 2, 2026
Thank you for your review as well as the 5 stars. I am pleased to hear how much you enjoyed your fishing charter and that your son said it was the best trip ever! I hope to take you out again in the future.
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KEITH ROBERTS
KEITH ROBERTS
4.7
Verified
Fish caught!!
5 Hour on October 21, 20254 adults
Captain Taylor knows how to get it done. This is our second charter with get the gaf. He does like to troll more so But you will catch fish doing so. Weather was fair. We went out deep and tried but weather kicked us back. So he put us on the kings. Caught 3. Would recommend captain taylor for your outing. Great with younger anglers Only other thing is listen to what he tells you. Patience get a little tested. I would recommend captain Taylor to find you your catch of the day and your big game fish for memories.
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3hr Shark/Red fish Trip
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US $600
Entire boat: up to 6 people
4 hr Am Close to Shore
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4 Hour Trip
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US $800
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4 hr pm Closer to shore
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4 Hour Trip
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US $800
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5 Hour
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US $1,000
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5 Hour - 1:00 PM
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US $1,000
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6 Hour AM Captains Choice Deep Sea
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US $1,200
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 Hour PM Deep Sea
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US $1,200
Entire boat: up to 6 people
8 hr offshore
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8 Hour Trip
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US $1,800
Entire boat: up to 6 people
10 hr Deep Sea-Off Shore Fishing
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US $2,400
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12 hour Full Day Deep Sea Off Shore
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US $2,600
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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Rating

4.6
420 reviews
5
334
4
34
3
26
2
16
1
9
4.6
Boat & equipment
4.7
Captain & crew
4.5
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (495)

Great Experience
Knowledgeable Captain and amazing patience for children
An eagle perched on a tree branch, with a blurred background, possibly near a fishing area.
An unclear image of a bird perched on a tree branch, with no fishing-related elements visible.
A variety of freshly caught fish displayed on a cleaning station aboard a fishing boat, showcasing a successful day on the water.
A young angler proudly displaying her catch, a small fish, while fishing from a boat in a scenic waterway.
+489

What anglers say

84%
Great experience
93%
Family friendly
96%
Friendly captain
95%
Good boat
88%
Recommended
82%
Caught fish

All reviews (420)

Filter
Showing 15 of 420 reviews
Memory Bagsby
Memory Bagsby
5.0
Verified
Absolute blast sport fishing with Capt Taylor
6 Hour PM Deep Sea on October 21, 20252 adults
An unforgettable day on the water with Captain Taylor! From start to finish, this trip was everything you could hope for in a deep-sea adventure. Captain Taylor knew exactly where to go and made sure we were on the fish all day long! Between the big amberjack (a true reef donkey!), hard-fighting redfish, skipjack that wouldn’t quit jumping, and even a little tuna that almost became shark bait, there was never a dull moment. He was patient, knowledgeable, and made the whole trip fun — even when the fish were giving us a run for our money. You can tell he loves what he does and genuinely wants his guests to have an amazing experience. If you’re heading to the Destin area and want to catch fish, laugh hard, and make memories that’ll last a lifetime — book a trip with Captain Taylor. You won’t regret it! We’ll definitely be back for round two!
Reported catch:
Amberjack
0
Tim Penman
Tim Penman
5.0
Verified
New
March 28 AM fishing
5 Hour on March 28, 20263 adults
Captain Taylor was great! Fishing was tough due to the wind conditions but we did land a couple one BIG RED and a little trout. Conditions on the Gulf of America were hazardous so we stayed in near the harbor. I really appreciate the fact that he was about safety first. Thanks for a great time and I would definitely recommend him👍👍👍👍
Review media 0
Reported catch:
Amberjack
Response from Captain
April 2, 2026
Thank you for your review as well as the 5 stars and thank you for the recommendation. I am pleased to hear how much you enjoyed your fishing charter even though the sea conditions were rough, I do prioritize safety. I hope to take you out again in the future.
0
Ryan Duynslager
Ryan Duynslager
5.0
Verified
New
Great trip!
3hr Shark/Red fish Trip on March 31, 20261 adult1 child
Had a great evening shark trip. Shark had other things in mind so we didn’t catch a shark, but Capt. Taylor transitioned us to redfish to make sure my son had a good experience. Great private trip, Capt. Taylor is very knowledgeable on the area. I would definitely book with him again.
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Response from Captain
April 2, 2026
Thank you for your review as well as the 5 stars. I am pleased to hear how much you enjoyed your shark fishing charter even though the sharks had other plans. Glad the red fish were hungry. Cant wait to take you out again in the future.
0
Rachel Dohr
Rachel Dohr
5.0
Verified
New
Great Day!
4 hr Am Close to Shore on March 31, 20263 adults2 children
We had a great time fishing today with Captain Taylor! The kids enjoyed catching all of the fish! We even tried for a bull shark and had one on, but it ended up winning the fight. Still an awesome experience! My son picked this for his adventure and said it was the best fishing trip he has been on!
Two young anglers proudly displaying their catch while fishing on a boat, showcasing a fun group experience.
A young angler and an adult proudly displaying a Spanish Mackerel while fishing together on a boat at sunset.
A variety of fish neatly arranged on a cleaning station aboard a fishing boat, showcasing a successful day on the water.
Reported catch:
Spanish Mackerel
Response from Captain
April 2, 2026
Thank you for your review as well as the 5 stars. I am pleased to hear how much you enjoyed your fishing charter and that your son said it was the best trip ever! I hope to take you out again in the future.
0
KEITH ROBERTS
KEITH ROBERTS
4.7
Verified
Fish caught!!
5 Hour on October 21, 20254 adults
Captain Taylor knows how to get it done. This is our second charter with get the gaf. He does like to troll more so But you will catch fish doing so. Weather was fair. We went out deep and tried but weather kicked us back. So he put us on the kings. Caught 3. Would recommend captain taylor for your outing. Great with younger anglers Only other thing is listen to what he tells you. Patience get a little tested. I would recommend captain Taylor to find you your catch of the day and your big game fish for memories.
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What is the boat like?

Boat Image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
26 ft
Year built
1989
Restored in
2021
Boat manufacturer
Robalo
Boat type
Center console

Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
2 x 150HP
Max cruising speed
30 knots
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