Start your airboat fishing adventure with Clay Philips Fishing Guide & Rides! There’s something for every type of angler. If you’re more interested in saltwater fishing, Captain Clay will take you to the Matanzas River and ICW in St. Augustine. 

Capt. Clay has over 50 years of guiding experience and lots of knowledge to share. His trips are family friendly and suitable for both beginners and avid anglers.

You’ll be fishing on a 20’ airboat that accommodates up to 4 guests. She’s powered by a 500 HP Chevrolet engine and will take you to your spot in no time. There’s enough space for every angler to fish in comfort.

Capt. Clay will take you after Redfish, Black Drum, Trout, Snook, and Tarpon. Let the captain know how you imagined your day out on the water, so he can find the best fishing spot for you. After the trip, he’ll clean and fillet your catch free of charge.

Your fishing licenses and equipment are included in the price. You only need to pack your snacks and drinks. It’s recommended to bring a hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen as well.

Clay Philips Fishing Guide & Rides is here for a day of fun and relaxation. Choose your trip and get ready to make some memories.



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    $450
    Join the experienced captain on this short but fun adventure. Even 4 hours can be enough to make a long-lasting memory, so bring your friends and family along. Target Redfish, Black Drum, Trout, Flounder, and many more.
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    $600
    Target Redfish, Trout, Black Drum, Snook, and many more. With more time on this trip, you'll have more chances for a better and more versatile catch. Let the captain know if you're fishing for the first time and need an introduction to the equipment.
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About the Captain

Clay Philips
St. Augustine, Florida, United States
ID & License verified
65 Customer reviews
Response time 1 hour
Member since August 2020
Captain Clay Philips has over 50 years of fishing experience in the coastal waters of the St. Augustine area. Captain Clay Philips grew up fishing on the St. Johns River and Intracoastal Waterway. A seasoned fisherman, he learned the. "family business" from his father, a well-known guide for over forty years.

About this listing

Targeted species

Black Drum Black Drum
Flounder Flounder
Redfish Redfish
Sheepshead Sheepshead

Boat specs

GTO (Airboat) originally built in 2006. Powered by a 500HP Chevrolet engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 30 knots.

Length
20 ft
Capacity
4 persons

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle

Amenities

Live Bait Well

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 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
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

Book with 30% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 30% 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

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Customer reviews

Rating Summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 33 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
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Angler Rating
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Good experience
96%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
94%
Appropriate for children
96%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Catch intended fish
83%
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Mark W.
Philadelphia, TN
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Wonderful Fan Boat Fishing

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip on August 2, 2022
My family and I had the best time with Captain Clay! We enjoyed a smooth ride, great fishing, and nice easy conversation. Clay...
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Jennifer P.
Crestline, CA
Excellent
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Excellent
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Excellent
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Full day with Captain Clay!

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip on August 21, 2022
Best day of fishing ever! Captain Clay got us into Bull Reds and it was amazing!  He knew just the spot to go! We caught a...
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Kevin K.
Raleigh, NC
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great Half Day with Captain Clay

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip on June 29, 2022
I had a really fun fishing trip today with Captain Clay. He’s a great guy, and I’d definitely recommend Clay if you want...
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Cole S.
Thonotosassa, FL
Excellent
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Experience:
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December fishing trip

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip on December 8, 2022
Very knowledgeable about the area and a true master of his craft.  We had a great time on his boat.
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Glen Y.
Richmond, VA
Excellent
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Spectacular Afternoon

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip on August 11, 2022
Captain Clay is one of the nicest people you’ll ever hope to meet … no fuss, no drama, and as a life long resident, he...
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FAQs about Clay Philips Fishing Guide & Rides

Clay Philips Fishing Guide & Rides offers the following trips to customers:
  • $450 per group - 4 Hour Trip (4 hours)
  • $600 per group - 6 Hour Trip (6 hours)

When you book a trip with Clay Philips Fishing Guide & Rides, you can expect the following amenity onboard:
  • Live Bait Well

Trips booked with Clay Philips Fishing Guide & Rides include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Fishing License

Clay Philips Fishing Guide & Rides offers the following type of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing

Clay Philips Fishing Guide & Rides offers the following fishing technique:
  • Light Tackle

Top targeted fish species with Clay Philips Fishing Guide & Rides include:
  • Black Drum
  • Flounder
  • Redfish
  • Sheepshead
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snook
  • Spotted Seatrout
  • Tarpon