Play N Hooky Charters LLC 

4.8
(16 reviews)
 
State licensed
 290 Yacht Club Drive, Niceville, FL 32578, United States

Play N Hooky Charters LLC 

Niceville, FL, United States
26 ft
6
4.8
(16 reviews)

Play N Hooky Charters extends a friendly welcome to The Emerald Coast of Florida. This family-run business prides itself on making sure your trip is family-friendly and full of fun. Join their captain in fishing waters both near and off the shore while building memories you will share with friends and family for a lifetime. The waters in the area are full of a dynamic range of fish and sea life. Come explore the Gulf with Play N Hooky Charters.

You'll use a 26' Seahunt Gamefish center console, a boat that has enough space to carry 6 guests. Each guest must weigh at least 34 lbs. 
It runs on two 150 HP Yamaha engines and is equipped with Garmin electronics, including radar, sonar, chart plotter, and G3 software. The boat has twin livewells, cushioned seating, and gull wings to withstand sea spray and wind to keep the passengers completely dry. The boat's also got a portable toilet, GPS spot lock trolling motor, a multimedia system, and an ice-box.

Depending on the time of year and season, you can catch Grouper, Mahi Mahi, Mingo Snapper, Almaco Jack, Amberjack, Pompano, Red Snapper, Trigger, Blacktip Shark, reef sharks, and many others. You'll use only high-end tackle as well as multiple types of fishing techniques. The crew specializes in bottom fishing but you can also troll as well as experience free lining. Kids are welcome to come aboard and the crew will enjoy helping them learn to fish. The captain will ensure that you keep all the fish allowed by the FWC. He's generous with the length of the charter and looks forward to helping you build the best experience ever.

When you join the crew for a trip, pack some snacks and any special drinks you want.  The captain will take care of everything from drinking water, gear, licenses, as well as cleaning your catch.

Fish with Play N Hooky Charters and let it make your trip to the Emerald Coast special.

  Prices listed are for CASH.

Play N Hooky Charters extends a friendly welcome to The Emerald Coast of Florida. This family-run business prides itself on making sure your trip is family-friendly and full of fun. Join their captain in fishing waters both near and off the shore while building memories you will share with friends and family for a lifetime. The waters in the area are full of a dynamic range of fish and sea life. Come explore the Gulf with Play N Hooky Charters.

You'll use a 26' Seahunt Gamefish center console, a boat that has enough space to carry 6 guests. Each guest must weigh at least 34 lbs. 
It runs on two 150 HP Yamaha engines and is equipped with Garmin electronics, including radar, sonar, chart plotter, and G3 software. The boat has twin livewells, cushioned seating, and gull wings to withstand sea spray and wind to keep the passengers completely dry. The boat's also got a portable toilet, GPS spot lock trolling motor, a multimedia system, and an ice-box.

Depending on the time of year and season, you can catch Grouper, Mahi Mahi, Mingo Snapper, Almaco Jack, Amberjack, Pompano, Red Snapper, Trigger, Blacktip Shark, reef sharks, and many others. You'll use only high-end tackle as well as multiple types of fishing techniques. The crew specializes in bottom fishing but you can also troll as well as experience free lining. Kids are welcome to come aboard and the crew will enjoy helping them learn to fish. The captain will ensure that you keep all the fish allowed by the FWC. He's generous with the length of the charter and looks forward to helping you build the best experience ever.

When you join the crew for a trip, pack some snacks and any special drinks you want.  The captain will take care of everything from drinking water, gear, licenses, as well as cleaning your catch.

Fish with Play N Hooky Charters and let it make your trip to the Emerald Coast special.

  Prices listed are for CASH.

Play N Hooky Charters
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6 Hour Gulf SHARED Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Mar 19 - Mar 29
Amberjack
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
+4
US $750
Shared tour: 2 people
3 Hour Trip – Gulf Kids Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
3 hour trip starts at 2:00 PM
Seasonal trip
Mar 1 - Sep 22 (Sat)
Amberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Snapper (Red)
Spanish Mackerel
+2
US $399
Entire boat: 2 people
5 Hour Gulf Fishing
Just booked! Last booked: 9 hours ago
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Grouper (Goliath)
Snapper (Cubera)
Triggerfish (Gray)
+1
US $950
Entire boat: up to 4 people
6 Hour Gulf Fishing Nearshore
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Snapper (Red)
Grouper (Red)
Snapper (Vermilion)
US $1,150
Entire boat: up to 4 people
6 Hour Gulf Red Snapper Special
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
May 22 - Jun 29
Snapper (Red)
Grouper (Red)
Snapper (Cubera)
Grouper (Scamp)
US $1,200
Entire boat: up to 4 people
6 Hour Pelagic (Mahi) Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Mar 9 - Sep 30 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
Amberjack
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Wahoo
+1
US $1,300
Entire boat: 2 people
8 Hour Gulf Fishing
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
US $1,400
Entire boat: up to 4 people
8 Hour Pelagic (Mahi) Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Mar 9 - Sep 30 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu)
Amberjack
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Wahoo
+1
US $1,550
Entire boat: up to 4 people
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Rating

4.8
16 reviews
4.8
Boat & equipment
4.8
Captain & crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

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Chris Slade
Chris Slade
Member since 2026
5.0
Awesome Experience with Play N Hooky Charters and Captain Glenn
5 Hour Gulf Fishing on March 9, 2026

Just wanted to say what an awesome experience our family had fishing with Captain Glenn in Destin. He was very knowledgeable, attentive, and helpful in teaching our two boys how to fish in the Gulf. He had top notch equipment and everything needed to make this trip a very fun time on the water. Captain Glenn seemed to know where to go to always put us right on the fish. The boys loved it and my wife loves mahi, so it was a successful trip experience all around! Thanks Captain Glenn, can't wait to come back later this summer and do it again!

Reported catch:
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Vermilion Snapper
Play N Hooky Charters
Response from Charter operator

Thanks guys!

Kevin Smith
Kevin Smith
us
Indiana, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Fishing with Play N Hooky Charters
5 Hour Gulf Fishing on June 10, 20264 adults1 child

Captain Glen was awesome! He did a wonderful job and put us on fish from the start. Our trip was cut short from someone getting sea sick but he made it back quickly and even helped us fish from the dock while he cleaned our fish! Great guy! I definitely recommend him and would use him in the future! Thanks Captain Glen!

Reported catch:
Vermilion Snapper
Gray Triggerfish
Play N Hooky Charters
Response from Charter operator

Thanks guys!

Paul Brown
Paul Brown
us
Colorado, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Glen was great
5 Hour Gulf Fishing on August 6, 20262 adults

We had a great time fishing.

Play N Hooky Charters
Response from Charter operator

Enjoyed fishing with yall!

Greg York
Greg York
Member since 2026
5.0
Lots of family fun!
5 Hour Gulf Fishing on March 1, 2026

We all caught fish. Some were huge! Great for kids !

Reported catch:
Gray Triggerfish
Play N Hooky Charters
Response from Charter operator

Thanks guys. Enjoyed the day!

Greg Winborn
Greg Winborn
us
Alabama, US
Member since 2026
4.0
Verified
great trip even tho weather was not so nice
5 Hour Gulf Fishing on June 16, 20264 adults

great time was put on fish first drop

Reported catch:
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Vermilion Snapper
Play N Hooky Charters
Response from Charter operator

Thanks Guys, wish we could have avoided the sea sickness. Glad yall got some good fish!

FAQs about Play N Hooky Charters LLC

Play N Hooky Charters LLC offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $375 per person - 6 Hour Gulf SHARED Trip (6 hours)
  • US $399 per group, additional US $150 per person after 2 guests - 3 Hour Trip – Gulf Kids Trip (3 hours)
  • US $950 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - 5 Hour Gulf Fishing (5 hours)
  • US $1,150 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - 6 Hour Gulf Fishing Nearshore (6 hours)
  • US $1,200 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - 6 Hour Gulf Red Snapper Special (6 hours)
  • US $1,300 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 6 Hour Pelagic (Mahi) Trip (6 hours)
  • US $1,400 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - 8 Hour Gulf Fishing (8 hours)
  • US $1,550 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - 8 Hour Pelagic (Mahi) Trip (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Play N Hooky Charters LLC, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet Our toilet is enclosed inside the.center console.
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Multimedia system
  • Wireless trolling motor
  • Ice box
  • Radar
Trips booked with Play N Hooky Charters LLC include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (Yes, live bait is included and lots of fun to catch.)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Fish cleaning is provided and is covered by your gratuity.)
  • Drinks (Water and ice provided.)
  • Fishing license (We cover all FWC requirements for licensing and fishing in Gulf waters.)
Play N Hooky Charters LLC offers the following types of fishing:
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing (No more than 9 miles offshore)
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
Play N Hooky Charters LLC offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Play N Hooky Charters LLC include:
  • Amberjack
  • Cobia
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Grouper (Gag)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Shark (Blacktip)
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Snapper (Vermilion)
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Triggerfish (Gray)
  • Tuna (Blackfin)
  • Wahoo

Your operator

Play N Hooky Charters
Play N Hooky Charters

Niceville, Florida, United States

26 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
16 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since December 2021

Play N Hooky Charters welcome you on a memorable fishing adventure in Florida. Come aboard and make some lovely memories chasing first-class fish and enjoying beautiful nature.

Our Team
Glenn B.

Glenn B.

Captain

Play N Hooky Charters
Play N Hooky Charters
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Play N Hooky Charters welcome you on a memorable fishing adventure in Florida. Come aboard and make some lovely memories chasing first-class fish and enjoying beautiful nature.
The crew
Glenn B.
Glenn B.
Captain

The fish you can target

Amberjack
Amberjack
Cobia
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Blacktip Shark
Blacktip Shark
Red Snapper
Red Snapper
Vermilion Snapper
Vermilion Snapper
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel
Gray Triggerfish
Gray Triggerfish
Blackfin Tuna
Blackfin Tuna
Wahoo
Wahoo
Amberjack
Amberjack
Cobia
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)

Real catches by this captain

  • Below Average Trip Based on ~50 years of Gulf fishing
    Mike C.
    Mike C.
  • A excellent fishing trip
    Ken H.
    Ken H.
  • July fishing trip
    Derek W.
    Derek W.

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
26 ft
Year built
2019
Boat manufacturer
Seahunt
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
2 x 150HP
Max cruising speed
45 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
No more than 9 miles offshore
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Our toilet is enclosed inside the.center console.
GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Multimedia system
Wireless trolling motor
Ice box
Radar
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Yes, live bait is included and lots of fun to catch.
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Fish cleaning is provided and is covered by your gratuity.
Drinks
Water and ice provided.
Fishing license
We cover all FWC requirements for licensing and fishing in Gulf waters.

How cancellations work

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.

More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included

Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.

Child friendly
All are welcome, however, the youngest fishermen ages 4-5 seem to enjoy the trip.
No smoking
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Pay online in full

Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.

No additional fees.

Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% 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

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

What’s biting in Niceville right now

AmberjackAmberjack
CobiaCobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Grouper (Gag)Grouper (Gag)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Snapper (Red)Snapper (Red)
Snapper (Vermilion)Snapper (Vermilion)
Spanish MackerelSpanish Mackerel
Triggerfish (Gray)Triggerfish (Gray)
Tuna (Blackfin)Tuna (Blackfin)
WahooWahoo

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