High Flying Saltwater Charters 

4.9/5 (111 reviews)
 
State licensed
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Veteran Owned
 Yacht Club Drive 290, Niceville, FL 32578, United States

High Flying Saltwater Charters 

Up to 9 miles
Niceville, FL, United States
24 ft
6
4.9/5 (111 reviews)

*Departure times are flexible , just let me know if you prefer a later or earlier time.
High Flying Saltwater Charters is a fishing adventure for people looking for a fun time on the water catching fish with a Capt who truly loves his job of helping make family and friends memories while in Destin.

Capt. Wes will make sure you have a fun day full of fishing. This involves 4 to 8-hour trips, mainly fishing for Snapper, Mackerel, Amberjack, Triggerfish, and Grouper, depending on the season and conditions on the day. On these trips, you can expect to use techniques such as light tackle, heavy tackle, bottom fishing, trolling, and jigging.

Your fishing adventure starts on a 24' Sea Born boat that can safely take up to 6 anglers. This boat comes with a GPS, radar an ice-box, livewells, and a wireless trolling motor.

20 mins free time included for the trips across the bay. All rods, reels, and terminal tackle are included in the price so you can focus on what really matters, fishing. Your trip will include all the necessary fishing licenses for the trip. Im cheaper than the competition because im retired from the military and i want to
make it affordable.
Book your trip now and hit the water with High Flying Saltwater Charters.

*Departure times are flexible , just let me know if you prefer a later or earlier time.
High Flying Saltwater Charters is a fishing adventure for people looking for a fun time on the water catching fish with a Capt who truly loves his job of helping make family and friends memories while in Destin.

Capt. Wes will make sure you have a fun day full of fishing. This involves 4 to 8-hour trips, mainly fishing for Snapper, Mackerel, Amberjack, Triggerfish, and Grouper, depending on the season and conditions on the day. On these trips, you can expect to use techniques such as light tackle, heavy tackle, bottom fishing, trolling, and jigging.

Your fishing adventure starts on a 24' Sea Born boat that can safely take up to 6 anglers. This boat comes with a GPS, radar an ice-box, livewells, and a wireless trolling motor.

20 mins free time included for the trips across the bay. All rods, reels, and terminal tackle are included in the price so you can focus on what really matters, fishing. Your trip will include all the necessary fishing licenses for the trip. Im cheaper than the competition because im retired from the military and i want to
make it affordable.
Book your trip now and hit the water with High Flying Saltwater Charters.

Wes Ivy
Captain
Wes Ivy
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Trip availability and prices

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2 hr kid fishing or dolphin tour
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
2 hour trip multiple starting times (11:00 AM, 2:00 PM)
Barracuda (Great)
Amberjack
Sailfish
Snapper (Red)
+8
US $360
Entire boat: 2 people
3 hr bay
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
3 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Jan 1 - Jun 1
Snapper (Mangrove)
Black Drum
Redfish
US $450
Entire boat: 2 people
3hr trolling
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
3 hour trip multiple starting times (7:00 AM, 8:00 AM, 9:00 AM, 1:00 PM, 2:00 PM)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Bonito
Spanish Mackerel (Narrow-barred)
US $540
Entire boat: up to 4 people
4 hr bay
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (7:00 AM, 2:00 PM)
Seasonal trip
Jan 1 - Jun 1
Snapper (Mangrove)
Black Drum
Redfish
US $600
Entire boat: 2 people
4hr Offshore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (7:00 AM, 8:00 AM, 9:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 1:00 PM, 2:00 PM)
Snapper (Red)
Snapper (Mangrove)
Triggerfish (Gray)
Snapper (Vermilion)
+2
US $660
Entire boat: up to 6 people
5 hr bay
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Jan 1 - Jun 1
Snapper (Mangrove)
Black Drum
Redfish
US $750
Entire boat: 2 people
5 hr offshore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 hour trip multiple starting times (7:00 AM, 8:00 AM, 9:00 AM, 1:00 PM, 2:00 PM)
Barracuda (Great)
Amberjack
Sailfish
Snapper (Red)
+8
US $820
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 Hour Trip – Offshore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip multiple starting times (7:00 AM, 9:00 AM, 1:00 PM, 2:00 PM)
Amberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Snapper (Red)
+4
US $975
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Shark adventure!
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip multiple starting times (7:00 AM, 8:00 AM, 9:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 1:00 PM, 2:00 PM)
Seasonal trip
May 1 - Dec 1
Shark (Hammerhead)
Shark (Blacktip)
Shark (Bull)
Shark (Lemon)
US $1,000
Entire boat: up to 4 people
8 hour full day
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip multiple starting times (7:00 AM, 8:00 AM, 9:00 AM)
Amberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Sailfish
+7
US $1,250
Entire boat: up to 6 people
10 hour full day
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
10 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Amberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Sailfish
+7
US $1,550
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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Customer reviews

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Rating

4.9
111 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (163)

What anglers say

97%
Great experience
97%
Family friendly
99%
Friendly captain
99%
Good boat
99%
Recommended
96%
Caught fish

All reviews (111)

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Crissy Straub
Crissy Straub
Repeat angler
us
Oklahoma, US
Member since 2025
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Great Family Fishing Trip
4hr Offshore on March 20, 20263 adults2 children

Both Wes and Stephen were great captains. There were 6 of us with the youngest being 3yrd. They put us on fish at the first spot. We caught enough vemillion snapper to have a good meal. Then they took us to another spot and caught some bigger fish. Their boat was clean and comfortable. The kids loved the boat ride and catching fish. They tried to cater to what our expectations were. Captain Wes communication was great. We had such a great time. If we come back we will definitely use this charter again.

Reported catch:
Vermilion Snapper
Wes Ivy
Response from Captain

thank you. I enjoyed hanging out with you and your family and I look forward to seeing you guys again.

Aaron Tolleson
Aaron Tolleson
us
Arkansas, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Excellent and Fun Trip!
4hr Offshore on June 11, 20263 adults

We’ve done the party boat trips before but we really didnt want a crowded boat this time. Captain Wes is very affordable for a private trip! The bite was slow today and he did warn us that the fish weren’t biting like they normally do, but we all still caught fish and it was a blast! I would absolutely recommend him to anybody else looking for smaller private trips that wont break the bank! I will be reaching out to him next time we come down for vacation to go again!

Reported catch:
Mangrove Snapper
Wes Ivy
Response from Captain

i had a great time. Hopefully next trip the fish bite will be hotter instead of the temperature

Jaydn Blackwell
Jaydn Blackwell
us
Mississippi, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
If its your first time in the GULF OF AMERICA this is ur charter
4hr Offshore - 9:00 AM on June 27, 20265 adults

don’t know where to start the price the people the boat the crew the equipment the all around great time captain wes is there for you im not a paid person to talk him up at all he was strictly the best in every way with communication and best experience

Reported catch:
Red Snapper
Gray Triggerfish
Wes Ivy
Response from Captain

I appreciate it. Was great hanging out with some Mississippi boys.

Bill Bates
Bill Bates
Repeat angler
us
Arizona, US
Member since 2022
37 trips
5.0
Verified
Great Pinch Hitter
4hr Offshore on May 5, 20261 adult

Captain Wes Ivy was unavailable, so Captain Wayne Alexander from Just Add Water Charters in Niceville stepped in. I told Wayne I hoped for action and variety. Action? Check, 19 fish. Variety? Check, 4 red snappers, 8 vermilion snappers, 4 gray triggerfish, 1 scamp, 1 grunt, and 1 sand perch. We fished out in the Gulf of America/Mexico. I would recommend both High-Flying Saltwater Charters and Just Add Water Charters.

Wes Ivy
Response from Captain

thank you for the review. hopefully next trip will be out with me

Mindy Pitts
Mindy Pitts
us
Florida, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Kid friendly
2 hr kid fishing or dolphin tour - 5:00 PM on April 10, 20261 adult3 children

This was a wonderful trip and my 3 children from 2 years old to 11 years old had so much fun. They loved learning how to fish and caught about 20 fish. My little one and I enjoyed the boat ride and dolphins! I think people of all ages and experiences would enjoy a trip out on Captain Wes's boat. 2 hours went by fast so you might want to book longer times. My kids can't wait to go back.

Wes Ivy
Response from Captain

Thank you and i hope i can take yall out again one day

FAQs about High Flying Saltwater Charters

High Flying Saltwater Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $360 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 2 hr kid fishing or dolphin tour (2 hours)
  • US $360 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 2 hr kid fishing or dolphin tour - 2:00 PM (2 hours)
  • US $450 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 3 hr bay (3 hours)
  • US $540 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - 3hr trolling (3 hours)
  • US $540 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - 3hr trolling - 1:00 PM (3 hours)
  • US $540 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - 3hr trolling - 2:00 PM (3 hours)
  • US $540 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - 3hr trolling - 7:00 AM (3 hours)
  • US $540 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - 3hr trolling - 9:00 AM (3 hours)
  • US $600 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 4 hr bay (4 hours)
  • US $600 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 4 hr bay - 2:00 PM (4 hours)
  • US $660 per group - 4hr Offshore (4 hours)
  • US $660 per group - 4hr Offshore - 1:00 PM (4 hours)
  • US $660 per group - 4hr Offshore - 10:00 AM (4 hours)
  • US $660 per group - 4hr Offshore - 2:00 PM (4 hours)
  • US $660 per group - 4hr Offshore - 8:00 AM (4 hours)
  • US $660 per group - 4hr Offshore - 9:00 AM (4 hours)
  • US $750 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 5 hr bay (5 hours)
  • US $820 per group - 5 hr offshore (5 hours)
  • US $820 per group - 5 hr offshore - 1:00 PM (5 hours)
  • US $820 per group - 5 hr offshore - 2:00 PM (5 hours)
  • US $820 per group - 5 hr offshore - 8:00 AM (5 hours)
  • US $820 per group - 5 hr offshore - 9:00 AM (5 hours)
  • US $975 per group - 6 Hour Trip – Offshore (6 hours)
  • US $975 per group - 6 Hour Trip – Offshore - 1:00 PM (6 hours)
  • US $975 per group - 6 Hour Trip – Offshore - 2:00 PM (6 hours)
  • US $975 per group - 6 Hour Trip – Offshore - 9:00 AM (6 hours)
  • US $1,000 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - Shark adventure! (6 hours)
  • US $1,000 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - Shark adventure! - 1:00 PM (6 hours)
  • US $1,000 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - Shark adventure! - 10:00 AM (6 hours)
  • US $1,000 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - Shark adventure! - 2:00 PM (6 hours)
  • US $1,000 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - Shark adventure! - 8:00 AM (6 hours)
  • US $1,000 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - Shark adventure! - 9:00 AM (6 hours)
  • US $1,250 per group - 8 hour full day (8 hours)
  • US $1,250 per group - 8 hour full day - 7:00 AM (8 hours)
  • US $1,250 per group - 8 hour full day - 9:00 AM (8 hours)
  • US $1,550 per group - 10 hour full day (10 hours)
When you book a trip with High Flying Saltwater Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet Head inside center console
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Wireless trolling motor Spot lock
  • Ice box
  • Radar
Trips booked with High Flying Saltwater Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (Depending on the fish that we are targeting, we may catch live bait. Livebait is included in the price. )
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Fish cleaning is included.)
  • Drinks (Bottled waters)
  • Fishing license (Licenses are covered by my charter license. )
High Flying Saltwater Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing (Up to 9 miles offshore )
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
High Flying Saltwater Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Drift fishing
  • Deep sea fishing (9 miles offshore )
Top targeted fish species with High Flying Saltwater Charters include:
  • Amberjack
  • Barracuda (Great)
  • Flounder
  • Grouper (Gag)
  • Grouper (Scamp)
  • Sailfish
  • Snapper (Lane)
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Snapper (Vermilion)
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Triggerfish (Gray)

Your captain

Wes Ivy
Wes Ivy
Wes Ivy

Niceville, Florida, United States

29 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
111 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since March 2022
Angler's Choice

The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.

I've fished the Emerald Coast for many years and still get excited every time I go out and nothing gets me more exicted than putting you on the fish. If we're bottom fishing or just cruising the coast trolling and watching dolphins, you will have a great time with High Flying Saltwater Charters.

29 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
111 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since March 2022
Angler's Choice

The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.

I've fished the Emerald Coast for many years and still get excited every time I go out and nothing gets me more exicted than putting you on the fish. If we're bottom fishing or just cruising the coast trolling and watching dolphins, you will have a great time with High Flying Saltwater Charters.

The fish you can target

Amberjack
Amberjack
Great Barracuda
Great Barracuda
Flounder
Flounder
Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper
Scamp Grouper
Scamp Grouper
Sailfish
Sailfish
Lane Snapper
Lane Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Red Snapper
Red Snapper
Vermilion Snapper
Vermilion Snapper
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel
Gray Triggerfish
Gray Triggerfish
Amberjack
Amberjack
Great Barracuda
Great Barracuda
Flounder
Flounder
Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper
Scamp Grouper
Scamp Grouper

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
24 ft
Year built
2019
Boat manufacturer
Sea Born
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
1 x 300HP
Max cruising speed
42 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Up to 9 miles offshore
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Drift Fishing
Deep Sea Fishing
9 miles offshore

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Head inside center console
GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Wireless trolling motor
Spot lock
Ice box
Radar

What's included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Depending on the fish that we are targeting, we may catch live bait. Livebait is included in the price.
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Fish cleaning is included.
Drinks
Bottled waters
Fishing license
Licenses are covered by my charter license.

How cancellations work

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.

More details

What the listing policies are

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
I love talking kids out on fishing adventures.
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

 American Express

 PayPal

 Bank transfer

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

What’s biting in Niceville right now

AmberjackAmberjack
Barracuda (Great)Barracuda (Great)
FlounderFlounder
Grouper (Gag)Grouper (Gag)
Grouper (Scamp)Grouper (Scamp)
SailfishSailfish
Snapper (Red)Snapper (Red)
Snapper (Vermilion)Snapper (Vermilion)
Spanish MackerelSpanish Mackerel
Triggerfish (Gray)Triggerfish (Gray)

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