Saltwater Fever
Saltwater Fever
Take a break from the beach and lets go fishing!
Depending on the season, you might hook into Amberjack, Barracuda, Dolphin (Mahi Mahi), Flounder, Grouper, King/Spanish Mackerel, Snapper etc.
You're free to keep the fish you catch, so long as regulations allow. Plus, Captain Brandon will clean and bag your catch for dinner at the trips conclusion. Many of our nearby restaurants also offer to cook your catch.
Your adventure begins aboard a 22' center console Robalo with a deep-V hull, repowered in 2023 with a new 250hp Yamaha. It has extra tall gunnels (28-33' from the deck) and padded bolsters to lean against while fighting fish. There's a camper syle port-a-potty in the console for ladies/emergencies, and everything else you'll need for a safe and productive day on the water.
Capt. Brandon will supply high quality rods/reels and tackle (Penn Spinfishers & Shimano Speedmasters). Live bait is typically caught before the trips departure when needed. Larger baits for use during Amberjack season will need to be caught on the reef, or sometimes we spend a little time in Pensacola Pass and pre-load the live-well.
Captain Brandon covers your fishing license for the trip.
Children 6 and older are always welcome, so bring 'em aboard and get the kids hooked while they're young! Kids aged 4 & 5 will need to wear a USCG approved life vest at all times. You will need to bring this vest as the ones required on board are bulky and uncomfortable. Kids 3 & under are not typically permitted.
You will want to bring sunglasses, a hat, sunscreen, plus anything you'd like to eat or drink. I have a cooler and ice on board for you. Leave a cooler in the vehicle for your days catch.
Give yourself something to look forward to and book a trip with Saltwater Fever!
Take a break from the beach and lets go fishing!
Depending on the season, you might hook into Amberjack, Barracuda, Dolphin (Mahi Mahi), Flounder, Grouper, King/Spanish Mackerel, Snapper etc.
You're free to keep the fish you catch, so long as regulations allow. Plus, Captain Brandon will clean and bag your catch for dinner at the trips conclusion. Many of our nearby restaurants also offer to cook your catch.
Your adventure begins aboard a 22' center console Robalo with a deep-V hull, repowered in 2023 with a new 250hp Yamaha. It has extra tall gunnels (28-33' from the deck) and padded bolsters to lean against while fighting fish. There's a camper syle port-a-potty in the console for ladies/emergencies, and everything else you'll need for a safe and productive day on the water.
Capt. Brandon will supply high quality rods/reels and tackle (Penn Spinfishers & Shimano Speedmasters). Live bait is typically caught before the trips departure when needed. Larger baits for use during Amberjack season will need to be caught on the reef, or sometimes we spend a little time in Pensacola Pass and pre-load the live-well.
Captain Brandon covers your fishing license for the trip.
Children 6 and older are always welcome, so bring 'em aboard and get the kids hooked while they're young! Kids aged 4 & 5 will need to wear a USCG approved life vest at all times. You will need to bring this vest as the ones required on board are bulky and uncomfortable. Kids 3 & under are not typically permitted.
You will want to bring sunglasses, a hat, sunscreen, plus anything you'd like to eat or drink. I have a cooler and ice on board for you. Leave a cooler in the vehicle for your days catch.
Give yourself something to look forward to and book a trip with Saltwater Fever!
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All reviews (102)
I have finished with several different outfits doing deep-sea charter trips, Brandon is hands-down 100% top-notch definitely ranks in the top two best trips I have ever had! This guy actually knows how to get on fish! Not to mention more importantly, he is a worker. Constantly moving catching bait, switching up to try to ensure that his clients have the best experience possible. We caught plenty of fish more than I had expected, and a couple of real giants! I would 100% recommend anybody fishing in the Pensacola area connect with Brandon. You will not be disappointed!
Thank you for taking your time to write up a review, I really appreciate it. Great day, hope to see y’all back out there!
Very family friendly Captain, his experience and knowledge came in handy, when the bite slowed he was able to quickly adjust and keep the bite moving. Captain Brandon Carey was able to put us on some great fighting fish as well as some good catch to bring home. overall experience was excellent and will be back in the future. Thank you Captain Carey!
Thank you again, hope to see yall back out there!
The trip was great! Brandon put us on fish right away and we kept catching all day. He knew just where to go and anytime the bite started to slow, moved us quickly back into the action. the boat was great, well equipped and comfortable, awesome equipment all around! Will for sure rebook in the future!
Thank you for the awesome review, looking forward to the next one!
me and my cousin went out on a shark trip and had a great time! caught a few shark and our limit of red snapper. ever caught a catfish and a huge stingray! captain brandon knew exactly where we needed to be and was very helpful with any questions we had. 10/10 will most definitely book with him again!
I appreciate you guys! If you’re able to get back down here the first week or two of September, our strongest fish (amberjack) will be in season. I know a bunch of places to find em and they’re great eating too!
Had a great trip. Brandon was super knowledgeable and very helpful. we would definitely book another trip with him.
Thank you for the review and once again for the trip, i’m glad everyone enjoyed their time on the water. Hope to see you and your family back out there one day!
FAQs about Saltwater Fever
- US $400 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - 2.5 Hour - Bay Trolling (2 hours)
- US $600 per group, additional US $150 per person after 4 guests - 4 Hours - Nearshore Reef Fishing (4 hours)
- US $600 per group, additional US $150 per person after 4 guests - 4 Hours – Nearshore Shark Fishing (4 hours)
- US $600 per group, additional US $150 per person after 4 guests - 4 Hours – Nearshore Trolling (4 hours)
- US $700 per group, additional US $200 per person after 4 guests - 5 Hours – Catch/Release Big Fish (5 hours)
- US $700 per group, additional US $200 per person after 4 guests - 5 Hours – Nearshore Shark Fishing (5 hours)
- US $700 per group, additional US $200 per person after 4 guests - 5 Hours – Offshore Deep Sea Fishing (5 hours)
- US $700 per group, additional US $200 per person after 4 guests - 5 Hours – Offshore Trolling (5 hours)
- US $800 per group, additional US $200 per person after 4 guests - 6 Hours – Offshore Deep Sea Fishing (6 hours)
- US $800 per group, additional US $200 per person after 4 guests - 6 Hours – Offshore Shark Fishing (5 hours)
- US $900 per group, additional US $200 per person after 4 guests - 7 Hours – Offshore Deep Sea Fishing (7 hours)
- Toilet Porta-John in the center console
- GPS Lowrance
- Fishfinder Lowrance with sidescan and downscan
- Live bait well
- Wireless trolling motor This serves as our anchor
- Ice box Leave your coolers in your vehicle
- Rods, reels & tackle (Penn & Shimano)
- Live bait (not always obtainable prior to trip)
- Lures (I keep a variety on board)
- Catch cleaning & filleting (Leave a cooler in your vehicle.)
- First mate (I tie all the rigs, handle the fish & fillet them.)
- Fishing license (Provided by captain.)
- Nearshore fishing (Max 9 miles into the Gulf good kids trip)
- Offshore fishing (9-20 miles into the Gulf)
- Reef fishing (Natural limestone and man-made)
- Wreck fishing (Barges; Tug boats; Planes; Shrimp boats; Rubble...)
- Light tackle
- Heavy tackle
- Bottom fishing
- Trolling
- Spinning
- Jigging
- Drift fishing (When conditions allow)
- Deep sea fishing (max around 100 feet)
- Amberjack
- Barracuda (Great)
- Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
- Flounder
- Grouper (Gag)
- Grouper (Scamp)
- King Mackerel (Kingfish)
- Shark (Blacktip)
- Snapper (Mangrove)
- Snapper (Red)
- Snapper (Vermilion)
- Spanish Mackerel
Your captain
My earliest memories are mostly standing near a pond with a cane pole snagging Channel Cats and Green Sunfish. I was hooked at a very young age, constantly daydreaming about the giant fish that were lurking in every roadside pond (something I still do). Around 8th grade my parents got our first boat and bought me a subscription to Saltwater Sportsman. I proceeded to try every tip and trick inside and with so many types of fish and techniques for catching them, let's just say I caught the fever. I started deck-handing on a head boat in 2006 taking up to 45 passengers, 2008 I had jumped ship with my captain to a smaller walk-on vessel fishing up to 15, and most recently I spent 8 years working on a private multi-passenger catering up to 28. I love taking people offshore to experience our beautiful waters and amazing fishery.
My earliest memories are mostly standing near a pond with a cane pole snagging Channel Cats and Green Sunfish. I was hooked at a very young age, constantly daydreaming about the giant fish that were lurking in every roadside pond (something I still do). Around 8th grade my parents got our first boat and bought me a subscription to Saltwater Sportsman. I proceeded to try every tip and trick inside and with so many types of fish and techniques for catching them, let's just say I caught the fever. I started deck-handing on a head boat in 2006 taking up to 45 passengers, 2008 I had jumped ship with my captain to a smaller walk-on vessel fishing up to 15, and most recently I spent 8 years working on a private multi-passenger catering up to 28. I love taking people offshore to experience our beautiful waters and amazing fishery.
What is the boat like?
What kind of fishing will you do?
Which fishing techniques you can try
Which amenities are available onboard
What's included in the trip price
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.
What the listing policies are
Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
How you can pay
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
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3.5% charge will apply.
What’s biting in Gulf Breeze right now
Amberjack
Barracuda (Great)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Snapper (Red)
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