High Flying Saltwater Charters
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, 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, 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.
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Reviews (114)
Aaron Tolleson•
Arkansas, USMember since 20265.0VerifiedExcellent and Fun Trip!
4hr Offshore on June 11, 2026 • 3 adultsWe’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!
Bill BatesRepeat angler•Arizona, US•Member since 202237 trips5.0VerifiedGreat Pinch Hitter
4hr Offshore on May 5, 2026 • 1 adultCaptain 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.
Mark StaffenRepeat angler•Tennessee, US•Member since 20252 trips5.0VerifiedLots of Fish
3 hr bay on May 21, 2026 • 3 adultsWe had a wonderful day on the water with captain Wes. He put is onto vermillion, snapper, and trigger fish with a shark thrown in for fun He knows the local waters very well and has several ways to put you on fish. Well equipted boat with everything you need for a great day of fishing
Jaydn Blackwell•Mississippi, USMember since 20265.0VerifiedIf its your first time in the GULF OF AMERICA this is ur charter
4hr Offshore - 9:00 AM on June 27, 2026 • 5 adultsdon’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
Colby Craig•Georgia, USMember since 20265.0VerifiedBEST TRIP EVER
3hr trolling on May 15, 2026 • 4 adultscaptain Wes and Landon were amazing. they knew exactly where the fish were and made it the best experience we could ask for. pricing was incredible for the trip experience. captain Wes will definitely be our captain from here on our.
Elsie May•Wichita, KS, USMember since 20265.0VerifiedGreat Fishing
5 hr offshore - 1:00 PM on May 13, 2026 • 4 adultsWith little to no experience, Wes was a great instructor. He baited our lines, let us drop it into the water, and we caught a fish before it reached the bottom. Fish after fish, we had our supper in no time. It was a great Florida fishing experience.
Dusty MessickRepeat angler•Texas, US•Member since 20213 trips5.0VerifiedFishing around the weather.
Late evening offshore on April 5, 2026 • 5 adultsAlthough the weather didn’t work with us, the captain did. Wes was able to change our start time which enabled us to fish before the storms hit. We couldn’t catch the big fish we wanted, but Wes did set us up to succeed. Great trip overall!
Kevin Weaver•Tennessee, USMember since 20255.0VerifiedGreat for kids
2 hr kid trip *READ DESCRIPTION on October 22, 2025 • 4 adults • 3 childrenWes took my boys and me out on an easy ride and put us on fish immediatley. We couldn’t get the bait on the hooks fast enough. My boys (age 10,9, and 6) said it was the best fishing trip they have ever been on. Highly reccomend this two hour trip for young kids. It was action packed and we caught at least 7 different species in our hour of fishing.
- Michael SochaRepeat angler•Washington State, US•Member since 20234 trips5.0Verified
We hauled them in like St. Peter
2 hr kid fishing or dolphin tour on May 1, 2026 • 4 adults • 2 childrenTook my two boys on a two hour trip with Capt. Wes. We caught fish as fast as we could get the line in the water- grouper, snapper, triggerfish, mostly keepers. We had a blast.
Matt Bichon•Tennessee, USMember since 20255.0VerifiedGREAT TIME!!!
4hr Offshore on October 12, 2025 • 4 adults • 2 childrenCaptain Wes and Josh were absolutely great. They put me and my son on the fish quickly and had a lot of action. My son even had the chance to pull in a 8-9ft shark. Had a great time and will definitely book again next time we are in town.
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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!
i had a great time. Hopefully next trip the fish bite will be hotter instead of the temperature
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.
thank you for the review. hopefully next trip will be out with me
Wes had us on fish right from the start, and we would actually leave biting fish to catch bigger ones. I was able to knock a few fish off of my list I'd never caught before. We had a superb trip and would recommend Wes to anyone.
i’m really glad you guys enjoyed your trip. Hopefully I’ll see you guys again next year.
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.
Thank you and i hope i can take yall out again one day
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.
thank you. I enjoyed hanging out with you and your family and I look forward to seeing you guys again.
FAQs about High Flying Saltwater Charters
- 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 $420 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 3 hr bay (3 hours)
- US $480 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 4 hr bay (4 hours)
- US $480 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 4 hr bay - 2:00 PM (4 hours)
- US $600 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 5 hr bay (5 hours)
- US $640 per group - 4hr Offshore (4 hours)
- US $640 per group - 4hr Offshore - 1:00 PM (4 hours)
- US $640 per group - 4hr Offshore - 10:00 AM (4 hours)
- US $640 per group - 4hr Offshore - 2:00 PM (4 hours)
- US $640 per group - 4hr Offshore - 8:00 AM (4 hours)
- US $640 per group - 4hr Offshore - 9:00 AM (4 hours)
- US $800 per group - 5 hr offshore (5 hours)
- US $800 per group - 5 hr offshore - 1:00 PM (5 hours)
- US $800 per group - 5 hr offshore - 2:00 PM (5 hours)
- US $800 per group - 5 hr offshore - 8:00 AM (5 hours)
- US $800 per group - 5 hr offshore - 9:00 AM (5 hours)
- US $960 per group - 6 Hour Trip – Offshore (6 hours)
- US $960 per group - 6 Hour Trip – Offshore - 1:00 PM (6 hours)
- US $960 per group - 6 Hour Trip – Offshore - 2:00 PM (6 hours)
- US $960 per group - 6 Hour Trip – Offshore - 9:00 AM (6 hours)
- US $960 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Shark adventure! (6 hours)
- US $960 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Shark adventure! - 1:00 PM (6 hours)
- US $960 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Shark adventure! - 10:00 AM (6 hours)
- US $960 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Shark adventure! - 2:00 PM (6 hours)
- US $960 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Shark adventure! - 8:00 AM (6 hours)
- US $960 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Shark adventure! - 9:00 AM (6 hours)
- US $1,280 per group - 8 hour full day (8 hours)
- US $1,280 per group - 8 hour full day - 7:00 AM (8 hours)
- US $1,280 per group - 8 hour full day - 9:00 AM (8 hours)
- US $1,600 per group - 10 hour full day (10 hours)
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Live bait well
- Wireless trolling motor Spot lock
- Ice box
- Radar
- 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. )
- Nearshore fishing
- Offshore fishing (Up to 9 miles offshore )
- Reef fishing
- Wreck fishing
- Light tackle
- Heavy tackle
- Bottom fishing
- Trolling
- Spinning
- Jigging
- Drift fishing
- Deep sea fishing (9 miles offshore )
- Amberjack
- Barracuda (Great)
- Flounder
- Grouper (Gag)
- Grouper (Scamp)
- Sailfish
- Snapper (Lane)
- Snapper (Mangrove)
- Snapper (Red)
- Snapper (Vermilion)
- Spanish Mackerel
- Triggerfish (Gray)
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Niceville, Florida, United States
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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.
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How cancellations work
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.
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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.
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Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.
No additional fees.
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:
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When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.
What’s biting in Niceville right now
Amberjack
Barracuda (Great)
Flounder
Grouper (Gag)
Grouper (Scamp)
Sailfish
Snapper (Red)
Snapper (Vermilion)
Spanish Mackerel
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