Play N Hooky Charters LLC 

4.9/5 (12 reviews)
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State licensed
 290 Yacht Club Drive, Niceville, FL 32578, United States

Play N Hooky Charters LLC 

 
State licensed
4.9/5 (12 reviews)
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290 Yacht Club Drive
Niceville, FL, United States
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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.

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Rating

4.9
12 reviews
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12
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4.9
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (17)

A variety of fish including Mahi Mahi and Snapper displayed on a cleaning table, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
A vibrant display of freshly caught Red Snapper laid out on ice, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
An angler proudly displaying a large fish while aboard a fishing boat in open water, showcasing a successful day of fishing.
A cooler filled with freshly caught Red Snapper and other fish, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
A excellent fishing trip
Angler proudly displaying two caught fish while fishing offshore, showcasing a sunny day on the water.
+11

All reviews (12)

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Chris Slade
Chris Slade
Anniston, Alabama
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!
A variety of fish including Mahi Mahi and Snapper displayed on a cleaning table, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
Reported catch:
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Vermilion Snapper
Response from Captain
March 10, 2026
Thanks guys!
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Ken Haynes
Ken Haynes
5.0
Verified
A excellent fishing trip
6 Hour Gulf Fishing Nearshore on May 26, 20253 adults1 child
If Captain Glenn is available definitely book him. We caught our limit early and targeted different fish I got my personal best on trigger fish. My daughter caught a excellent cobia. My son-in-law caught a 7 ft shark. Definitely going to book him again.
An angler proudly displaying a large fish while aboard a fishing boat in open water, showcasing a successful day of fishing.
A cooler filled with freshly caught Red Snapper and other fish, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
Review media 2
Angler proudly displaying two caught fish while fishing offshore, showcasing a sunny day on the water.
Reported catch:
Red Snapper
Gray Triggerfish
Cobia
Response from Captain
June 9, 2025
Thanks again!
0
Greg York
Greg York
Freeport, Florida
5.0
Lots of family fun!
5 Hour Gulf Fishing on March 1, 2026
We all caught fish. Some were huge! Great for kids !
A vibrant display of freshly caught Red Snapper laid out on ice, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
Reported catch:
Gray Triggerfish
Response from Captain
March 1, 2026
Thanks guys. Enjoyed the day!
0
William Younts
William Younts
4.7
Verified
Great day on the water with top notch captain
6 Hour Gulf Fishing Nearshore on August 9, 20242 adults
We had a great day on the water. The captain was knowledgeable, experienced and energetic. Had a strong plan and worked very hard. We caught 4 nice red snapper (out of season), lots of triggerfish (no keepers) and strong bites of Bonita. Hurricane Debby affected the fishing, but we felt we had the best chances to catch fish with this captain.
Response from Captain
August 10, 2024
Thanks Again!
0
Jamie Milam
Jamie Milam
5.0
Verified
Family of 3 vacation
5 Hour Gulf Fishing on July 29, 20242 adults1 child
Captain Glenn was very knowledgeable and put us on fish pretty quickly. He knew the area very well and had several spots up his sleeve.
Reported catch:
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Response from Captain
July 30, 2024
Thanks again!
0

Trip availability and prices

Trip Date:
Days:
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April 2026
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Number of days
1
Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
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6 Hour Gulf SHARED Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 Hour Trip
starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Mar 19 - Mar 29
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US $750
Shared tour: 2 people
3 Hour Trip – Gulf Kids Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
3 Hour Trip
starts at 2:00 PM
Seasonal trip
Mar 1 - Sep 22
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US $549
Entire boat: 2 people
5 Hour Gulf Fishing
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 Hour Trip
starts at 7:00 AM
US $895
Entire boat: 2 people
6 Hour Gulf Fishing Nearshore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 Hour Trip
starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun)
US $975
Entire boat: 2 people
6 Hour Gulf Pelagic Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 Hour Trip
starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Mar 9 - Sep 30 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
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US $1,150
Entire boat: 2 people
8 Hour Gulf Fishing
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 Hour Trip
starts at 7:00 AM
US $1,299
Entire boat: 2 people

Rating

4.9
12 reviews
5
12
4
0
3
0
2
0
1
0
4.9
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (17)

A variety of fish including Mahi Mahi and Snapper displayed on a cleaning table, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
A vibrant display of freshly caught Red Snapper laid out on ice, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
An angler proudly displaying a large fish while aboard a fishing boat in open water, showcasing a successful day of fishing.
A cooler filled with freshly caught Red Snapper and other fish, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
A excellent fishing trip
Angler proudly displaying two caught fish while fishing offshore, showcasing a sunny day on the water.
+11

All reviews (12)

Filter
Showing 15 of 12 reviews
Chris Slade
Chris Slade
Anniston, Alabama
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!
A variety of fish including Mahi Mahi and Snapper displayed on a cleaning table, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
Reported catch:
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Vermilion Snapper
Response from Captain
March 10, 2026
Thanks guys!
0
Ken Haynes
Ken Haynes
5.0
Verified
A excellent fishing trip
6 Hour Gulf Fishing Nearshore on May 26, 20253 adults1 child
If Captain Glenn is available definitely book him. We caught our limit early and targeted different fish I got my personal best on trigger fish. My daughter caught a excellent cobia. My son-in-law caught a 7 ft shark. Definitely going to book him again.
An angler proudly displaying a large fish while aboard a fishing boat in open water, showcasing a successful day of fishing.
A cooler filled with freshly caught Red Snapper and other fish, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
Review media 2
Angler proudly displaying two caught fish while fishing offshore, showcasing a sunny day on the water.
Reported catch:
Red Snapper
Gray Triggerfish
Cobia
Response from Captain
June 9, 2025
Thanks again!
0
Greg York
Greg York
Freeport, Florida
5.0
Lots of family fun!
5 Hour Gulf Fishing on March 1, 2026
We all caught fish. Some were huge! Great for kids !
A vibrant display of freshly caught Red Snapper laid out on ice, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
Reported catch:
Gray Triggerfish
Response from Captain
March 1, 2026
Thanks guys. Enjoyed the day!
0
William Younts
William Younts
4.7
Verified
Great day on the water with top notch captain
6 Hour Gulf Fishing Nearshore on August 9, 20242 adults
We had a great day on the water. The captain was knowledgeable, experienced and energetic. Had a strong plan and worked very hard. We caught 4 nice red snapper (out of season), lots of triggerfish (no keepers) and strong bites of Bonita. Hurricane Debby affected the fishing, but we felt we had the best chances to catch fish with this captain.
Response from Captain
August 10, 2024
Thanks Again!
0
Jamie Milam
Jamie Milam
5.0
Verified
Family of 3 vacation
5 Hour Gulf Fishing on July 29, 20242 adults1 child
Captain Glenn was very knowledgeable and put us on fish pretty quickly. He knew the area very well and had several spots up his sleeve.
Reported catch:
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Response from Captain
July 30, 2024
Thanks again!
0

FAQs about Play N Hooky Charters LLC

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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
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