Captain Jeff Ruppart 

5.0/5 (26 reviews)
 
State licensed
 712 Northwest Avenue F, Carrabelle, FL 32322, United States

Captain Jeff Ruppart 

 
State licensed
5.0/5 (26 reviews)
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712 Northwest Avenue F
Carrabelle, FL, United States

Join Captain Jeff Ruppart on a fly-fishing and light tackle charter on the grass flats and bays of the forgotten coast. Explore Apalachicola, Carrabelle, and Lanark village any time of the year. Your guide is a lifelong angler, who loves sharing his experience with other people. Whether this is your first time on the boat or you already have an admirable list of trophies, you’ll have a great time here.

You’ll be fishing on an 18’ Sea chaser that accommodates up to 2 guests. This flats boat is powered by a 150 HP Yamaha engine and reaches the speed of 30 knots. Besides safety gear, the boat has GPS, a fishfinder, a live bait tank, and a cooler. Offering a safe and reliable ride, the vessel will take you to your fishing spot in no time.

Fly fishing is a unique way of fishing that requires patience and precision. No wonder this is one of favorite approaches for passionate anglers. There’s lots of species you can catch this way, from Redfish, Tarpon, and Tripletail, to Spanish Mackerel, Cobia, and Spotted Trout. After the trip, the captain will clean and fillet your catch free of charge, so you can bring a cooler if you’re saving the meat for later, or go straight to a nearby restaurant.

All fishing equipment is included in the price, as well as licenses. Captain Jeff has been selling flies for over 2 decades, so he knows what’s the best equipment out there. All of this will be ready on the boat. You only need to pack some snacks, drinks, and sunblock.

Choose Captain Jeff Ruppart for your next fly fishing adventure!

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Customer reviews

Rating summary

5.0/5
out of 5 stars from 26 reviews
Boat
4.9/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
5.0/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (26)

Fun was had!
The charter with Jeff was great!
Great time with Captain Jeff
+23

Angler rating

26
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Anglers claimed

Good experience

100%

Appropriate for children

89%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

96%

Caught fish

100%

Showing 1 - 5 of 27 reviews
Showing: 5 of 27 reviews
Terry R.
Terry R.
5.0/5

Apr 2, 2025

Half Day Trip (PM)

The charter with Jeff was great!

VERIFIED

Had fun, caught fish and Jeff is a very likeable and knowledgeable guy - lots of good conversation! Would do it again any chance I got!

Had fun, caught fish and Jeff is a very likeable and knowledgeable guy - lots of good conversation! Would do it again any chance...  

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 Terry R. recommends Captain Jeff Ruppart
 Terry R. recommends Captain Jeff Ruppart

Drew W.
Drew W.
5.0/5

Mar 22, 2025

Half Day Trip (AM)

Fish caught on beautiful day.

VERIFIED

We were able to catch several fish to keep. Beautiful day on the water. Another good trip with Jeff.

We were able to catch several fish to keep. Beautiful day on the water. Another good trip with Jeff.  

 Drew W. recommends Captain Jeff Ruppart
 Drew W. recommends Captain Jeff Ruppart

Abby R.
Abby R.
5.0/5

Apr 9, 2025

Half Day Trip (PM)

Fun was had!

VERIFIED

Had a great time on board with Jeff! We had a successful fishing trip.

Had a great time on board with Jeff! We had a successful fishing trip.  

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 Abby R. recommends Captain Jeff Ruppart
 Abby R. recommends Captain Jeff Ruppart

Carletta And Randy Creek
Carletta And Randy Creek
5.0/5

Feb 15, 2025

Half Day Trip (PM)

February fishing trip

VERIFIED

 

 Carletta And Randy Creek recommends Captain Jeff Ruppart
 Carletta And Randy Creek recommends Captain Jeff Ruppart

Kat C.
Kat C.
5.0/5

Jul 22, 2024

Half Day Trip (PM)

Great Captain & Great Adventures!

VERIFIED

Me and my boyfriend had always wanted to go fishing in the ocean and I am so glad we booked Jeff to take us out and show us how to fish in the ocean. We had such a great time on his boat with him and he's such a knowledgeable man. Not only did we fish until our hearts was content but he also took us to Dog Island, you can only get there by boat, and we did some swimming and shell searching. Such a beautiful location. And to top it off... I caught several sharks. I had always wanted to catch a shark... & pet it... & I did just that. 🦈 And the fish we caught, Jeff fillet them for us and we cooked them for dinner.. Mine and my boyfriend's expectations was beyond met with this Captain! And we are already planning our next trip to Carabelle and we will most definitely be booking Captain Jeff again!! If you are unsure of who to book for a charter - book this Captain!! You will not regret it!! 💯 Thank you Jeff for such a fun and memorable time. Can't wait to do it again!

Me and my boyfriend had always wanted to go fishing in the ocean and I am so glad we booked Jeff to take us out and show us how...  

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 Kat C. recommends Captain Jeff Ruppart
 Kat C. recommends Captain Jeff Ruppart

Trip availability and prices

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Half Day Trip (AM)
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4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
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US $400 
Entire boat: up to 2 people
Half day Triple Tail
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip May 15 - Sep 15
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US $400 
Entire boat: up to 2 people
Half Day Trip (PM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 2:00 PM
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US $400 
Entire boat: up to 2 people
Full Day Trip – Tarpon
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip Jun 15 - Aug 31
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US $600 
Entire boat: up to 2 people
Full Day Trip – Inshore Flats
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
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US $600 
Entire boat: up to 2 people
Triple tail full day
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip May 15 - Sep 15
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US $600 
Entire boat: up to 2 people
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Customer reviews

Rating summary

5.0/5
out of 5 stars from 26 reviews
Boat
4.9/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
5.0/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (26)

Fun was had!
The charter with Jeff was great!
Great time with Captain Jeff
+23

Angler rating

26
0
0
0
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

100%

Appropriate for children

89%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

96%

Caught fish

100%

Showing 1 - 5 of 27 reviews
Showing: 5 of 27 reviews
Terry R.
Terry R.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

The charter with Jeff was great!

VERIFIED

Half Day Trip (PM) on April 2, 2025

Had fun, caught fish and Jeff is a very likeable and knowledgeable guy - lots of good conversation! Would do it again any chance I got!

Had fun, caught fish and Jeff is a very likeable and knowledgeable guy - lots of good conversation! Would do it again any chance I got!  

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 Terry R. recommends Captain Jeff Ruppart

Drew W.
Drew W.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Fish caught on beautiful day.

VERIFIED

Half Day Trip (AM) on March 22, 2025

We were able to catch several fish to keep. Beautiful day on the water. Another good trip with Jeff.

We were able to catch several fish to keep. Beautiful day on the water. Another good trip with Jeff.  

 Drew W. recommends Captain Jeff Ruppart

Abby R.
Abby R.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Fun was had!

VERIFIED

Half Day Trip (PM) on April 9, 2025

Had a great time on board with Jeff! We had a successful fishing trip.

Had a great time on board with Jeff! We had a successful fishing trip.  

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 Abby R. recommends Captain Jeff Ruppart

Carletta And Randy Creek
Carletta And Randy Creek
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

February fishing trip

VERIFIED

Half Day Trip (PM) on February 15, 2025

 

 Carletta And Randy Creek recommends Captain Jeff Ruppart

Kat C.
Kat C.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great Captain & Great Adventures!

VERIFIED

Half Day Trip (PM) on July 22, 2024

Me and my boyfriend had always wanted to go fishing in the ocean and I am so glad we booked Jeff to take us out and show us how to fish in the ocean. We had such a great time on his boat with him and he's such a knowledgeable man. Not only did we fish until our hearts was content but he also took us to Dog Island, you can only get there by boat, and we did some swimming and shell searching. Such a beautiful location. And to top it off... I caught several sharks. I had always wanted to catch a shark... & pet it... & I did just that. 🦈 And the fish we caught, Jeff fillet them for us and we cooked them for dinner.. Mine and my boyfriend's expectations was beyond met with this Captain! And we are already planning our next trip to Carabelle and we will most definitely be booking Captain Jeff again!! If you are unsure of who to book for a charter - book this Captain!! You will not regret it!! 💯 Thank you Jeff for such a fun and memorable time. Can't wait to do it again!

Me and my boyfriend had always wanted to go fishing in the ocean and I am so glad we booked Jeff to take us out and show us how to fish in the ocean. We had such a great time on his boat with him and he's such a knowledgeable man. Not only did we fish until our hearts was content but he also took us to Dog Island, you can only get there by boat, and we did some swimming and shell searching. Such a beautiful location. And to top it off... I caught several sharks. I had always wanted to catch...  

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FAQs about Captain Jeff Ruppart

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What is the boat like?

Boat Image
Boat category
Skiffs and flats boats
Capacity
2 persons
Boat length
18 ft
Year built
2003
Boat manufacturer
Sea chaser
Boat type
Flats boat

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