Bandit Fishing Charters is located in Pensacola and offers to show you a memorable time in these waters.

Come on aboard with Capt. Alex, whose main priority is to get you on some fish. Expect to use techniques like light tackle, bottom fishing, trolling, and big game fishing, based on the species you’re targeting. Speaking of which, you have the option of 3to 8 hour trips, where you’ll be fishing for the likes of Snapper, Redfish, Amberjack, Cobia, Triggerfish, and Flounder, depending on the specific season and the day’s weather.

You’ll be fishing from a 23’ Ranger boat with enough room for up to 4 anglers at any single time.

The price of your trip includes all the rods, reels, and terminal tackle you’ll need for a productive day on the water. No need to worry about fishing licenses, as they will be provided and handled by the charter.

You can keep anything you catch, as long as it’s legal to do so.

Up for a family trip? This is a children-friendly business, so bring your loved ones to share these memories with.

Book your trip now and hit the water with Bandit Fishing Charters.

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Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    3 hour bay trip afternoon
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    3 Hour Trip, starts at 2:00 PM
    US $500
    3 hour bay/inshore trip for up to 4 people. Each additional person will be 75$. I am licensed to take up to 6 people.
  • Private trip
    3 hour bay/inshore
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    3 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $500
    3 hour bay/inshore trip for up to 4 people. Each additional person will be 75$. I am licensed to take up to 6 people.
    Targeted fish
    Jack Crevalle
    Jack Crevalle
    Bluefish
    Bluefish
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Ladyfish
    Ladyfish
    Shark (Blacktip)
    Blacktip Shark
    Spadefish
    Spadefish
    Pompano
    Pompano
    Flounder
    Flounder
    Sheepshead
    Sheepshead
    Speckled Trout
    Speckled Trout
    Shark (Bull)
    Bull Shark
  • Private trip
    4 hour inshore
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $550
    4 hours of fishing in the bay for anything that bites the hook! Inshore fishing is best in the fall. You can expect to catch Mangrove snapper, redfish, and flounder on this trip
    Targeted fish
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Shark (Hammerhead)
    Hammerhead Shark
    Shark (Blacktip)
    Blacktip Shark
    Spadefish
    Spadefish
    Flounder
    Flounder
    Sheepshead
    Sheepshead
    Speckled Trout
    Speckled Trout
    Whiting
    Whiting
    Spanish Mackerel (Narrow-barred)
    Narrow-barred Spanish Mackerel
    Snapper (Lane)
    Lane Snapper
  • Private trip
    4 hour inshore afternoon
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 2:00 PM
    US $550
    4 hours of fishing in the bay for anything that bites the hook! Inshore fishing is best in the fall. You can expect to catch Mangrove snapper, redfish, and flounder on this trip
  • Private trip
    4 hour nearshore afternoon
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 2:00 PM
    US $650
    Half-day 4-hour bay/nearshore trip for up to 4 people. Each additional person will be 75$. I am licensed to take up to 6 people.
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip – Nearshore
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $650
    Half-day 4-hour bay/nearshore trip for up to 4 people. Each additional person will be 75$. I am licensed to take up to 6 people.
    Targeted fish
    Amberjack
    Amberjack
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Snapper (Red)
    Red Snapper
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Triggerfish (Gray)
    Gray Triggerfish
    Snapper (Vermilion)
    Vermilion Snapper
  • Private trip
    5 hour inshore/nearshore
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $750
    Fish for 5hours in Pensacola with Captain Alex throughout the Gulf. Bandit Fishing will explore the shallows, mangroves and deeper nearshore locations along Pensacola's beaches to give you a variety of experiences and opportunities to catch a diverse cooler full of fish. We have fun on this trip, reeling in redfish, snapper, flounder, grouper and more. Charter includes 4 anglers, your license, live bait when applicable. Bring your snacks and drinks
    Targeted fish
    Amberjack
    Amberjack
    Snapper (Red)
    Red Snapper
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Grouper (Gag)
    Gag Grouper
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
    Shark (Blacktip)
    Blacktip Shark
    Flounder
    Flounder
    Sheepshead
    Sheepshead
    Triggerfish (Gray)
    Gray Triggerfish
    Snapper (Vermilion)
    Vermilion Snapper
    Snapper (Lane)
    Lane Snapper
  • Private trip
    5 hour inshore/nearshore afternoon
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 2:00 PM
    US $750
    Fish for 5hours in Pensacola with Captain Alex throughout the Gulf. Bandit Fishing will explore the shallows, mangroves and deeper nearshore locations along Pensacola's beaches to give you a variety of experiences and opportunities to catch a diverse cooler full of fish. We have fun on this trip, reeling in redfish, snapper, flounder, grouper and more. Charter includes 4 anglers, your license, live bait when applicable. Bring your snacks and drinks
  • Private trip
    6 hour bay/nearshore afternoon
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 2:00 PM
    US $950
    6-hour bay/nearshore trip for up to 4 people. Each additional person will be 75$ up to 6.
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip – Bay/Nearshore
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $950
    6-hour bay/nearshore trip for up to 4 people. Each additional person will be 75$ up to 6.
    Targeted fish
    Amberjack
    Amberjack
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Snapper (Red)
    Red Snapper
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Grouper (Gag)
    Gag Grouper
    Flounder
    Flounder
    Sheepshead
    Sheepshead
    Triggerfish (Gray)
    Gray Triggerfish
    Snapper (Vermilion)
    Vermilion Snapper
  • Private trip
    8 hour offshore trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $1,200
    We run 10-20 miles dropping to the bottom catching whatever bites. This trip is mostly for hardcore anglers but enthusiasts of all skill levels are welcome. You will go offshore, weather pending. The crew will provide you with the necessary fishing equipment, drinks, and snacks. After the trip, they will clean and fillet your catch. This could be a nighttime or daytime trip.
    Targeted fish
    Amberjack
    Amberjack
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Snapper (Red)
    Red Snapper
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Grouper (Gag)
    Gag Grouper
    Triggerfish (Gray)
    Gray Triggerfish
    Snapper (Vermilion)
    Vermilion Snapper
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FAQs about Bandit Fishing Charters

Bandit Fishing Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $500 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - 3 hour bay trip afternoon (3 hours)
  • US $500 per group, additional US $75 per person after 3 guests - 3 hour bay/inshore (3 hours)
  • US $550 per group, additional US $75 per person after 3 guests - 4 hour inshore (4 hours)
  • US $550 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - 4 hour inshore afternoon (4 hours)
  • US $650 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - 4 hour nearshore afternoon (4 hours)
  • US $650 per group, additional US $75 per person after 3 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Nearshore (4 hours)
  • US $750 per group, additional US $75 per person after 3 guests - 5 hour inshore/nearshore (5 hours)
  • US $750 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - 5 hour inshore/nearshore afternoon (5 hours)
  • US $950 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - 6 hour bay/nearshore afternoon (6 hours)
  • US $950 per group, additional US $75 per person after 3 guests - 6 Hour Trip – Bay/Nearshore (6 hours)
  • US $1,200 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - 8 hour offshore trip (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Bandit Fishing Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Wireless Trolling Motor
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with Bandit Fishing Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait (Fishing for bait is sometimes part of the trip )
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Fish cleaning is included in price )
  • Fishing License (My license covers everyone on board )

Bandit Fishing Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing (No more then 9 miles offshore )
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing

Bandit Fishing Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Bandit Fishing Charters include:
  • Amberjack
  • Cobia
  • Flounder
  • Grouper (Gag)
  • Redfish
  • Sheepshead
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Snapper (Vermilion)
  • Speckled Trout
  • Swordfish
  • Triggerfish (Gray)

Meet the Captain

Alex Pilot
Pensacola, Florida, United States
7 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
41 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since May 2022
Pensacola native, my first love was pier fishing where I gained traction in the fishing community. Was the first mate on a federally-permitted boat for many years. There is only one reason people choose this career, love.

About this listing

Targeted species

Amberjack Amberjack
Cobia Cobia
Flounder Flounder
Grouper (Gag) Gag Grouper

Boat specs

Ranger (Center console) originally built in 2001. Powered by a 250HP Yamaha engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 45 knots.

Length
23 ft
Capacity
6 persons

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
No more then 9 miles offshore
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Deep Sea Fishing

Amenities

GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Wireless Trolling Motor
Ice Box

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Fishing for bait is sometimes part of the trip
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Fish cleaning is included in price
Fishing License
My license covers everyone on board

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
Kids are always welcome onboard
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

Book with 20% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% 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
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 5% charge will apply.

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Recent fishing reports

Offshore
Offshore
March 22, 2024
We got some calm seas and were able to slip out in the gulf and get a limit of vermilion snapper and triggerfish
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5 man limit of sheepsheas
5 man limit of sheepsheas
March 21, 2024
Sheepshead were on fire, almost every cast we were catching them
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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 41 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (38)
Alex is Awesome!
Alex is Awesome!
March fishing trip
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Angler rating
39
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
98%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
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Erik M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Amazing captain true fisherman! HIGHLY HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!

VERIFIED   4 hour inshore on October 17, 2023
I can’t not say enough good stuff about Capt Alex. He was amazing! I was a little spectacle pulling up to his boat due to...
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Matt E.
Excellent
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Experience:
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5.0 / 5
Boat
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5.0 / 5
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Fishing with Alex

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip – Nearshore on August 16, 2023
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John S.
Collegedale, TN
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Morning inshore with Alex

VERIFIED   3 hour bay/inshore on June 30, 2023
Just wanted to share the awesome trip we had with Alex this morning. We didn’t have a ton of time but he helped make the...
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Kamryn W.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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October fishing trip

VERIFIED   4 hour inshore on October 10, 2023
The captain was very knowledgeable and awesome. The boat was nice and comfortable. The day we went, the big fish weren’t...
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Brandi K.
Burt, IA
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

4 hr trip with Captain Alex

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip – Nearshore on July 27, 2023
My kiddos and I spent the morning fishing with Captain Alex and had a blast! He knew right where to go to get us on some fish...
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