Gulfcoast Water & Woods Guide Services

Gulf Coast Water & Woods Guide Services offers great all-round fishing trips just off the Florida Panhandle. Headed by Captain Marcus, he can take you to some of the best inshore and nearshore hotspots in the area. Families and beginners are always welcome on these trips and there’s a range from basic catch and release to day-long trips all over the best spots. 

You’ll fish from a 24’ Blazer Bay center console. It’s got all you need for some Gulf fishing success including fishfinder, live bait well, and an ice box. There’s space for 6 aboard meaning that you can call the whole family to join you!

You’ll be going after the best species that the area has to offer such as Redfish, Sheepshead, Shark, Kingfish, and Red Snapper. If you contact Capt. Marcus beforehand then he can arrange bowfishing and Flounder gigging kit for you should you wish for a slightly different experience.

All of the light tackle that is required is provided for you on his trips. As well as this Capt. Marcus will also make sure that your fish are cleaned before you head home.

All you need to take is some drinks, snacks, and gear for the hot sun. No matter your age or experience Capt. Marcus has some wonderful trips lined up just for you!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    3 Hour Trip - Catch & Release (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    3 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    Seasonal trip Aug 1 - Dec 1
    US $450
    This trip makes for a great vacation activity to kick off a day of seeing the best that this part of Florida has to offer. Capt. Marcus will take you to some areas where the fish tend to be plentiful and you're bound to have a bit of action. You'll be heading after some exciting varieties such as Shark, Sheepshead, Trout, Kingfish, and Redfish
  • Private trip
    3 Hour Trip - Catch & Release (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    3 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    Seasonal trip Aug 1 - Dec 1
    US $450
    A quick afternoon trip offers the perfect family day out. Capt. Marcus is always on hand to help kids and beginners out with reeling in their first fish. Not only does this trip make for a fun family adventure, but it also provides kids with an educational experience as they learn about various species.
  • Private trip
    4 Hour - Inshore/Nearshore (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    US $600
    Get after some of the Redfish, Flounder, Trout, Sheepshead, Kingfish, and many other species that inhabit this part of Florida. Capt. Marcus has a wealth of experience in this area and can take you to the top spots where he knows that you can get a bite!
  • Private trip
    4 Hour - Inshore/Nearshore (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    US $600
    You'll be cruising through Florida's scenic backwaters in search of the challenging and tasty species that call these waters home. You'll be supplied with rod and reels to help you pull in some Redfish, Flounder, Sheepshead, Spotted Seatrout, and Red Snapper.
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip - Shark Fishing (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    US $675
    Shark fishing is something special and Capt. Marcus is an expert in it. He'll show you some great spots where the Bull and Blacktip Shark lurk in the waters below. He'll supply you with all of the kit required as well as your license for you to partake in this wonderful and unique adventure.
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip - Shark Fishing (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    US $675
    This is among the best fun that you can find in Florida. Captain Marcus knows where the Blacktip and Bull Shark roam in search of their prey. Their prey for that afternoon will hopefully be the live bait that you set up for them!
  • Private trip
    5 Hour Trip - Offshore (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    US $750
    You'll head away from Florida's beautiful coastline in search of some of the best species that the Gulf of Mexico has to offer. Expect to hook onto the likes of Barracuda, Red Snapper, Kingfish, and anything else that can be found in these waters.
  • Private trip
    5 Hour Trip - Offshore (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    US $750
    Capt. Marcus's Skeeter center console will take you out into the open waters at speeds of up to 30 knots. He'll supply you with the rods and reels so you can get some Kingfish, Barracuda, and much more under your belt.
  • Private trip
    6 Hour - Inshore/Nearshore(PM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    US $950
    There are a plethora of great fishing spots in this area and 6 hours gives you a bit of time to take in a few of them. Capt. Marcus will scoot you over to some of the fruitful ones to give you the chance to hook up some of the best ones in the region. Cobia, Redfish, Kingfish, Redfish, Spanish Mackerel and a whole lot more are here waiting to be reeled in!
  • Private trip
    6 Hour- Inshore/Nearshore (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    US $950
    Extend your trip to give this area the time that it deserves. Great species can be caught here whether you are inshore or nearshore. You can hope to get yourself some Redfish, Trout, Red Snapper, Kingfish, Amberjack, and more.
  • Private trip
    8 Hour Trip - Inshore/Offshore
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    US $1,000
    This is a great all-round trip for those of you who live to fish! Captain Marcus will take you to some of the best fishing spots that he knows of in search of Redfish, Sheepshead, Flounder, Red Snapper, and much more!
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FAQs about Gulfcoast Water & Woods Guide Services

Gulfcoast Water & Woods Guide Services offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $450 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - 3 Hour Trip - Catch & Release (AM) (3 hours)
  • US $450 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - 3 Hour Trip - Catch & Release (PM) (3 hours)
  • US $600 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 4 Hour - Inshore/Nearshore (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $600 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 4 Hour - Inshore/Nearshore (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $675 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - 4 Hour Trip - Shark Fishing (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $675 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - 4 Hour Trip - Shark Fishing (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $750 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - 5 Hour Trip - Offshore (AM) (5 hours)
  • US $750 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - 5 Hour Trip - Offshore (PM) (5 hours)
  • US $950 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - 6 Hour - Inshore/Nearshore(PM) (6 hours)
  • US $950 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - 6 Hour- Inshore/Nearshore (AM) (6 hours)
  • US $1,000 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - 8 Hour Trip - Inshore/Offshore (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Gulfcoast Water & Woods Guide Services, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with Gulfcoast Water & Woods Guide Services include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Fishing License

Gulfcoast Water & Woods Guide Services offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing

Gulfcoast Water & Woods Guide Services offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling

Top targeted fish species with Gulfcoast Water & Woods Guide Services include:
  • Amberjack
  • Barracuda (Great)
  • Cobia
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Redfish
  • Shark (Blacktip)
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Snapper (Vermilion)
  • Spanish Mackerel

Meet the Captain

Marcus Stewart
Gulf Breeze, Florida, United States
ID & license verified
159 Customer reviews
Response time 1 hour
Member since April 2018
Captain Marcus grew up fishing along the Gulf Coast. He enjoys meeting new people and taking them out for a great fishing experience. Always more than happy to take out beginners, he'll teach them about the wonderful world of fishing. He's a big fan of the outdoors and enjoying the nature aspect of fishing as much as anything else.

About this listing

Targeted species

Amberjack Amberjack
Barracuda (Great) Great Barracuda
Cobia Cobia
King Mackerel (Kingfish) King Mackerel (Kingfish)

Boat specs

Blazer Bay (Center console) originally built in 2016. Powered by a 250HP Yamaha engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 30 knots.

Length
24 ft
Capacity
6 persons

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling

Amenities

GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Ice Box

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Fishing License

Cancellation policy

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.

Listing policies

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

Book with 15% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 15% 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 4.5% charge will apply.

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 35 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (40)
Captain Marcus goes above and beyond
Great experience!
Great experience!
+37
Angler rating
32
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
96%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
97%
Appropriate for children
96%
Satisfied with the boat
96%
Caught fish
80%
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Chrystal B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fishing trip in July

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip - Shark Fishing (AM) on July 1, 2023
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Joshua R.
Phenix City, Alabama
Excellent
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Experience:
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5.0 / 5
Boat
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5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great experience!

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip - Shark Fishing (AM) on June 19, 2023
Captain Marcus and first mate Wyatt made our trip fantastic. There was brooding weather but we made the most of the trip and...
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John W.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Captain Marcus goes above and beyond

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip - Shark Fishing (PM) on October 21, 2023
Highly recommend, even in low season. It’s a fun and educational experience if you are genuinely interested in an excellent...
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Jacob P.
Gulf Breeze, Florida
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Excellent Half Day with Marcus

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip - Shark Fishing (PM) on June 3, 2023
Great trip out with Marcus and his son. Hooked three sharks and brought two to the boat! Made memories of a lifetime. Very...
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Glen W.
Oskaloosa, IA
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

5 hour

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip - Offshore (PM) on May 28, 2023
Was a great trip and Marcus and his son Cody where great to be with The fish was good I would recommend this...
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