Come fish aboard the Apex Predator! Sailing from the beautiful Fort Pierce City Marina on Florida’s Treasure Coast also known as the Sailfish Capital of the World. Only the cream of the crop is found fishing out of this beautiful marina with restaurants and scenic views.

You will also be fishing with a Fort Pierce legend as one of the top producing Pelagic fishermen on the entire East Coast.

Mahi Mahi, Sailfish, Wahoo, King Mackerel,Blackfin Tuna can all be found in plentiful numbers fishing out of Fort Pierce.  We have also had an increasing number of Blue Marlin show up as each year passes. All of these species are targeted on our trolling charters and we are the TOP Wahoo producing charter in Fort Pierce.

Snapper, Grouper and Cobia are also abundant in our pristine waters with numerous reefs and other perfect habitat that our waters offer.  These species are targeted during our drift bottom fishing charters.

We provide all licensing and permits, all bait and tackle and over 40 years knowledge of producing fish

Apex Predator is a 40’ Tiara Express Sportfisherman powered by twin Caterpillar diesel engines.  She is a fast, dry and stable fishing platform that produces fish. She also has a salon with bathroom, sofa for seating as well as an enclosed helm area to stay out of the elements if desired.

We are here to help you, your family and friends make memorable experiences by possibly catching that fish of a lifetime or a bucket list fish. We can also help you arrange to have a replica made of your catch as well

So break out the sunscreen (make sure its not Banana Boat..lol), pack your drinks and lunches and lets make memories and have a great day on the water.



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $1,200
    Inshore trolling for King Mackerel and Spanish Mackerel only.
    Targeted fish
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
  • Private trip
    6 hour drift bottom fishing
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $1,400
    6 hour charter drift bottom fishing for Snapper, Grouper, Triggerfish and Cobia
    Targeted fish
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Grouper (Black)
    Black Grouper
    Grouper (Gag)
    Gag Grouper
    Grouper (Red)
    Red Grouper
    Snapper (Mutton)
    Mutton Snapper
    Snapper (Lane)
    Lane Snapper
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip trolling
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $1,400
    With this 6 hour trip you can choose to either go trolling for Mahi Mahi, Sailfish, King Mackeral or other Pelagic species
    Targeted fish
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Sailfish
    Sailfish
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
    Tuna (Blackfin)
    Blackfin Tuna
  • Private trip
    Full Day Drift Bottom Fishing
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $1,600
    This is a 8 hour charter. Drift bottom fishing for Snapper, Grouper, Triggerfish and Cobia.
    Targeted fish
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Seabass (Black)
    Black Seabass
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Grouper (Black)
    Black Grouper
    Grouper (Gag)
    Gag Grouper
    Grouper (Red)
    Red Grouper
    Snapper (Mutton)
    Mutton Snapper
    Snapper (Lane)
    Lane Snapper
  • Private trip
    Full Day Offshore (8 hours)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $1,600
    Trolling for Pelagic species such as Mahi Mahi, Wahoo, Sailfish, Blackfin Tuna and King Mackerel
    Targeted fish
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Sailfish
    Sailfish
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
    Tuna (Blackfin)
    Blackfin Tuna
  • Private trip
    Combo Trip Trolling/Drift
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $1,650
    This is a combo trip of Trolling for Pelagics such as Sailfish, Mahi, Blackfin Tuna, Wahoo and also drift bottom fishing for Snapper, Grouper, Triggerfish and Cobia
    Targeted fish
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Sailfish
    Sailfish
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
    Seabass (Black)
    Black Seabass
    Grouper (Black)
    Black Grouper
    Grouper (Gag)
    Gag Grouper
    Grouper (Red)
    Red Grouper
    Snapper (Mutton)
    Mutton Snapper
    Tuna (Blackfin)
    Blackfin Tuna
    Snapper (Lane)
    Lane Snapper
  • Private trip
    Extended Full Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    10 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $1,800
    This is for the hardcore fisherman! This can be a split trip of half the day trolling for Pelagics such as Mahi Mahi, Wahoo, Sailfish and the other half drift bottom fishing for Snapper and Grouper or can be a entire day of just trolling or bottom fishing. The choice is yours. Let us know what you prefer upon booking.
    Targeted fish
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Sailfish
    Sailfish
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
    Tuna (Blackfin)
    Blackfin Tuna
  • Private trip
    American Red Snapper AM trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip (Fri, Sat)
    US $2,500
    July 12-13 1 per person When we limit we return or 7 hours
    Targeted fish
    Snapper (Red)
    Red Snapper
  • Private trip
    American Red Snapper PM Trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 2:00 PM
    Seasonal trip (Fri, Sat)
    US $2,500
    Afternoon trip 1 per person We limit we return July 12-13
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FAQs about Apex Predator Sportfishing

Apex Predator Sportfishing offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $1,200 per group - 4 Hour Trip (4 hours)
  • US $1,400 per group - 6 hour drift bottom fishing (6 hours)
  • US $1,400 per group - 6 Hour Trip trolling (6 hours)
  • US $1,600 per group - Full Day Drift Bottom Fishing (8 hours)
  • US $1,600 per group - Full Day Offshore (8 hours) (8 hours)
  • US $1,650 per group - Combo Trip Trolling/Drift (8 hours)
  • US $1,800 per group - Extended Full Day Trip (10 hours)
  • US $2,500 per group - American Red Snapper AM trip (6 hours)
  • US $2,500 per group - American Red Snapper PM Trip (6 hours)

When you book a trip with Apex Predator Sportfishing, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Flybridge Express hard top tower
  • Live Bait Well
  • Refrigerator
  • Outriggers Allows for 8 rods at once
  • Ice Box
  • Radar

Trips booked with Apex Predator Sportfishing include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Free of charge)
  • First Mate (Mate works for tips only- normal 20%-30% trip cost)
  • Fishing License (All licensing and permits covered by vessel)

Apex Predator Sportfishing offers the following types of fishing:
  • Nearshore Fishing (1/2 day charters for Spanish Mackerel )
  • Offshore Fishing (Trolling for pelagic species )
  • Reef Fishing (Drift fishing for Snapper/Grouper)
  • Wreck Fishing (Drift fishing Snapper/Grouper)

Apex Predator Sportfishing offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Drift Fishing (Live bait fishing)
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Apex Predator Sportfishing include:
  • Cobia
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Grouper (Gag)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Sailfish
  • Snapper (Lane)
  • Snapper (Mutton)
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Tilefish
  • Tuna (Blackfin)
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)
  • Wahoo

Meet the Captain

Gil Coombes
Fort Pierce, Florida, United States
57 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
65 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since May 2021
I started as a mate on head boats when I was 14 years old fishing the Northern Canyons of Delaware and Maryland and even worked the offshore waters of the Carolinas. Now for almost 20 years I’ve been fishing the waters of Florida, primarily Fort Pierce and Stuart running charters and providing clients the best experience ever when it comes to offshore fishing. I have fished tournament circuits, however there is nothing like having clients onboard catching a “ bucket list” fish on your boat. I love to hear the scream of reels and work my hardest to put fish on the boat and provide clients an enjoyable day on the water. Come fish with one of the Top Captains in Fort Pierce. I promise you will not regret it as we give 110% from the time we leave the dock until we return back to port safely.
Our Team
Gil C.
Captain
Hunter C.
First mate

About this listing

Targeted species

Cobia Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi) Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Grouper (Gag) Gag Grouper
King Mackerel (Kingfish) King Mackerel (Kingfish)

Boat specs

Tiara (Sportfishing) originally built in 1995. Powered by 2 375HP Cat engines, with a maximum cruising speed of 28 knots.

Length
40 ft
Capacity
6 persons

Types of fishing

Nearshore Fishing
1/2 day charters for Spanish Mackerel
Offshore Fishing
Trolling for pelagic species
Reef Fishing
Drift fishing for Snapper/Grouper
Wreck Fishing
Drift fishing Snapper/Grouper

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Drift Fishing
Live bait fishing
Deep Sea Fishing

Amenities

Toilet
GPS
Fishfinder
Flybridge
Express hard top tower
Live Bait Well
Refrigerator

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Free of charge
First Mate
Mate works for tips only- normal 20%-30% trip cost
Fishing License
All licensing and permits covered by vessel

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 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
Fish cleaning is free of charge
Catch and Release Allowed
If client wishes to release. All Sailfish released

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
PayPal
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 65 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (117)
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
95%
Friendly captain
98%
Recommend this charter
95%
Appropriate for children
82%
Satisfied with the boat
95%
Caught fish
94%
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Crissi G.
Orlando, FL
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Money well spent!!

Full Day Offshore (8 hours) on July 1, 2023
My brother is a business man and had some clients in town and wanted to impress them with some Florida fishing. We chartered...
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Peter G.
Excellent
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Great Experience

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip trolling on February 26, 2024
I took my sons on a trip with Apex Preditor Charters and we had a great experience. The Captain contacted us the day before...
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Kevin M.
Orlando, Florida
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Back to School Special 7 hr trip

VERIFIED   August Charter Special on August 6, 2023
Great Captain and Mate. Gill and Hunter are true fishermen who work hard to make your trip a memorable, special trip. Finding...
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Jon T.
Excellent
4.3 / 5
Experience:
Good
3.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Hard working crew

VERIFIED   Full Day Offshore (8 hours) on November 10, 2023
We were booking from Canada for a trip during vacation.  Did a bunch of research and reading of reviews.  Landed on Gil &...
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Scott B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great Day on the Water

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip trolling on November 24, 2023
Caught a variety of fish from a huge skipjack, blackfin tuna, mai-mai and WaHoo. Captain Gill and Hunter did a fantastic job,...
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