The Jig is Up Charters 

4.9/5 (122 reviews)
 
State licensed
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Veteran Owned
 1201 Miracle Strip Parkway Southeast, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548, United States

The Jig is Up Charters 

Up to 9 miles
Fort Walton Beach, FL, United States
32 ft
6
4.9/5 (122 reviews)

Book your next trip with The Jig is Up.  We are a family favorite charter in the Fort Walton Beach and Okaloosa Island area.

Depending on the conditions, you might hook into Amberjack, Bonito, Cobia, Mangrove Snapper, Red Snapper, Vermilion Snapper, Mahi-Mahi, King and Spanish Mackerel, Grouper and plenty more. For these species, you're likely to troll and bottom fish using light or heavy tackle. Any fish within the legal limit and regulations is yours to keep. Plus, your catch will be cleaned and bagged by us.

You'll be fishing aboard The Madaly, a 32' Center console that holds up to 6 passengers. It has twin Suzuki 350 HP engines, outriggers, downriggers, and all the essentials no fishing machine can run without. There's a toilet on board for your convenience. You'll find rods, reels, and tackle waiting for you, along with lures. Live bait is on board, so you won't be catching it yourself.

There will be a First Mate on board to help your trip run smoothly. It's customary to tip the Mate 10–20% to show your appreciation. Your fishing license for the day is covered by the charter boat. Keep in mind that some fish may have harvest limits or closed seasons. Captain Bob will help you follow regulations while you fish.

Looking to get the whole family outdoors? Kids are welcome! If you don't have a child-sized life vest of your own, it's no problem we got your kids covered.  A community cooler with ice is on board. A few items to bring include snacks, drinks, sunblock (non-spray), and sunglasses. Alcohol is allowed in moderation.  Let's leave hard liquor and fur babies off the boat and save for the celebration and stories once the Charter is complete.  Please no glass bottles. Smoking is not permitted.

Safety is key.  We keep an eye on the weather and sea conditions to give you the best trip possible.  When you book please let us know if you have flexibility incase of bad weather or sea conditions. Go ahead and treat yourself to a day on the water with The Jig is Up

Book your next trip with The Jig is Up.  We are a family favorite charter in the Fort Walton Beach and Okaloosa Island area.

Depending on the conditions, you might hook into Amberjack, Bonito, Cobia, Mangrove Snapper, Red Snapper, Vermilion Snapper, Mahi-Mahi, King and Spanish Mackerel, Grouper and plenty more. For these species, you're likely to troll and bottom fish using light or heavy tackle. Any fish within the legal limit and regulations is yours to keep. Plus, your catch will be cleaned and bagged by us.

You'll be fishing aboard The Madaly, a 32' Center console that holds up to 6 passengers. It has twin Suzuki 350 HP engines, outriggers, downriggers, and all the essentials no fishing machine can run without. There's a toilet on board for your convenience. You'll find rods, reels, and tackle waiting for you, along with lures. Live bait is on board, so you won't be catching it yourself.

There will be a First Mate on board to help your trip run smoothly. It's customary to tip the Mate 10–20% to show your appreciation. Your fishing license for the day is covered by the charter boat. Keep in mind that some fish may have harvest limits or closed seasons. Captain Bob will help you follow regulations while you fish.

Looking to get the whole family outdoors? Kids are welcome! If you don't have a child-sized life vest of your own, it's no problem we got your kids covered.  A community cooler with ice is on board. A few items to bring include snacks, drinks, sunblock (non-spray), and sunglasses. Alcohol is allowed in moderation.  Let's leave hard liquor and fur babies off the boat and save for the celebration and stories once the Charter is complete.  Please no glass bottles. Smoking is not permitted.

Safety is key.  We keep an eye on the weather and sea conditions to give you the best trip possible.  When you book please let us know if you have flexibility incase of bad weather or sea conditions. Go ahead and treat yourself to a day on the water with The Jig is Up

Captain Bob
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Captain Bob
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Trip availability and prices

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3 Hour Seas the Day
In high demand Last booked: 1 day ago
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
3 hour trip multiple starting times (8:30 AM, 1:00 PM)
Amberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Snapper (Red)
+3
US $550
Entire boat: up to 4 people
4 Hour Trip – Nearshore Gulf
In high demand Last booked: 5 days ago
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (7:00 AM, 1:00 PM)
Amberjack
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
+5
US $750
Entire boat: up to 4 people
5 Hour Trip – Nearshore Gulf
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
5 hour trip multiple starting times (7:00 AM, 1:00 PM)
Amberjack
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
+5
US $850
Entire boat: up to 4 people
6 Hour Trip – Nearshore Gulf
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Amberjack
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
+5
US $950
Entire boat: up to 4 people
6 Hour – Offshore Trolling w/Near
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Amberjack
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
+5
US $1,200
Entire boat: up to 4 people
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Rating

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

Anglers' gallery (218)

What anglers say

99%
Great experience
100%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
99%
Recommended
96%
Caught fish

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Andrew Corbett
Andrew Corbett
us
Arkansas, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
Captain Bob and Dillion were outstanding!
3 Hour Seas the Day on July 4, 20262 adults2 children

We had an outstanding experience with Captain Bob and The Jig Is Up Charters on the Fourth of July. Captain Bob, a veteran, spent his holiday making sure our family had an unforgettable experience, and we couldn’t be more grateful. Captain Bob went above and beyond by keeping us out an extra hour to ensure we had plenty of opportunities to catch fish and enjoy our time on the water. Most importantly, he made sure both of our boys had an amazing experience, taking the time to keep them engaged, excited, and successful throughout the trip. We also want to give a special shoutout to Dillon, who was absolutely fantastic. He was incredibly helpful, patient, and great with our boys throughout the trip. Both of our boys talked about how much fun they had and specifically mentioned how happy they were and how helpful Dillon was. That says everything you need to know about the experience they provided. Captain Bob and Dillon were professional, knowledgeable, patient, and genuinely cared about making our trip special. He was also safe and everyone felt comfortable with his boating and fishing skills. If you’re looking for a family-friendly charter with a crew that truly goes the extra mile, we highly recommend The Jig Is Up Charters. Thank you for making our Fourth of July one our family will always remember!

Reported catch:
Vermilion Snapper
Amberjack
Captain Bob
Response from Captain

thank you so much for the kind words and the recommendation we truly enjoyed having you aboard and hopefully we will get a chance to fish with you in the future

Amanda Jennings
Amanda Jennings
us
Tennessee, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Great with our family
3 Hour Seas the Day - 1:00 PM on March 15, 20266 adults

The waters were tough Sunday, but even though we didnt catch all we would have liked,we had a great time. My nephews all caught something and Captain Bob and Dillon were wonderful. I would use them over and over again. They shared their knowledge and helped each young man. my nephews are 12,10 and 7. We felt safe and even though the waters weren’t our friend I would do it again and again. Seeing the boys smile at every little fish they snagged was worth it and Nolan saying Aunt Mandy I think I found my thing - well money cant buy that… Thank you for a great morning with all my guys ❤️

Reported catch:
Red Snapper
Captain Bob
Response from Captain

thank you so much for the kind words and the stars we enjoyed having you on board and look forward to fishing with you in the future

Jim Tiffin Jr
Jim Tiffin Jr
us
New York, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Fabulous Morning of Fishing the Gulf
4 Hour Trip – Nearshore Gulf on March 4, 20264 adults

We had a great morning on the water with Captain Bob and his First Mate. Captain Bob was excellent about contacting us ahead of time regarding weather and wave conditions for the day of our trip, along with suggesting options that might fit in our vacation plans if we wanted to alter our charter date. He met us at the parking lot ahead of time, gave us our car tag, and then immediately starting telling us about his plans for our trip along with answering the question my group was dying to know: "What are we going to catch today?" :-) When we were set up and got out of the bay, we were immediately greeted by dolphins jumping along side of our boat, and fish all over the radar that we trolled through in hopes of catching. We fished a variety of spots off shore, including some wrecks, reefs, rock piles, and other underwater structures that he'd had success with before. Like with any fishing trip, some spots were better than others. But Captain Bob made sure to help us keep bait on our lines and use techniques that would improve our chances of hooking them, and keeping them hooked. When the fish weren't biting as well as he thought they should be, he moved us on to another spot. And his First Mate was using other poles with lures and the bait fish we caught to try and hook other species of fish for us to reel in that weren't on the bottom where we were jigging. When it was all said and done, we'd caught lots of "exotic" fish - exotic from the perspective of being primarily a bass fisherman - including 25 keepers that were filleted for us to take home after our trip. And that's when we got one of the best tips from Captain Bob - he gave us the names of some of the local restaurants will cook your catch for you! It was an excellent trip, and we're already talking about coming back to fish with Captain Bob again next year!

Reported catch:
Vermilion Snapper
Captain Bob
Response from Captain

Thank you so much for this wonderful review! We’re thrilled you had such a great morning. We work hard to communicate clearly, adjust to conditions, and keep everyone on the fish, so it means a lot to hear how much you appreciated our effort. We’re glad you enjoyed the dolphin sightings, the variety of spots offshore, and all the exciting catches—25 keepers is a fantastic day! And yes, having your fish cooked locally is one of the best perks of fishing here. We’d love to welcome you back next year for another great trip on the water. - Captain Bob

Jason Bartholow
Jason Bartholow
us
Ohio, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Reel Therapy: Sun Salt and 24 Mackerel
4 Hour Trip – Nearshore Gulf on April 9, 20263 adults

From the first cast, it was clear Captain Bob doesn’t look for fish—he goes straight to them. The rods stayed bent, and the catch climbed quickly to 24 Spanish Mackerel, with just enough high-speed runs and salty spray between hotspots to remind you you’re exactly where you want to be. Meanwhile, Dylan was an MVP unhooking fish and turning our catch into beautifully filleted, dinner-ready bragging rights. Fair warning: you’ll leave with sore arms, a full cooler, and a slightly inflated ego. Definitely booking with Captain Bob again!

Captain Bob
Response from Captain

thanks for the kind words and the stars we appreciate your business and hope to fish with you in the future

Jamie Cummings
Jamie Cummings
us
Arkansas, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
6 hr- offshore trolling w/ near
6 Hour – Offshore Trolling w/Near on October 14, 20252 adults

My husband and I booked the 6 hr- offshore trolling w/ near trip for our anniversary. We had a fantastic time. Captain Bob and his firstmate are very knowledgeable and friendly. They went above and beyond to put us on fish, they were always ready with new bait before we could get the lines out of the water. Our trip was everything we expected and more, we even got to see dolphins. They recommended a local restaurant that would cook our fish for us. From the gulf to our plates, it was incredible . We had the rest of our fish overnighted to our home. The kids are excited to eat the fish mom and dad caught. We are hooked and are looking forward to our next fishing trip with The Jig is Up.

Reported catch:
Vermilion Snapper
Amberjack
Red Snapper
Captain Bob
Response from Captain

thank you so much for the kind words and the recommendation we enjoyed having you on board

FAQs about The Jig is Up Charters

The Jig is Up Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $550 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - 3 Hour Seas the Day (3 hours)
  • US $550 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - 3 Hour Seas the Day - 1:00 PM (3 hours)
  • US $750 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Nearshore Gulf (4 hours)
  • US $750 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Nearshore Gulf - 1:00 PM (4 hours)
  • US $850 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - 5 Hour Trip – Nearshore Gulf (5 hours)
  • US $850 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - 5 Hour Trip – Nearshore Gulf - 1:00 PM (5 hours)
  • US $950 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - 6 Hour Trip – Nearshore Gulf (6 hours)
  • US $1,200 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - 6 Hour – Offshore Trolling w/Near (6 hours)
When you book a trip with The Jig is Up Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet Toilet is enclosed and flushable
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Multimedia system
  • Wireless trolling motor
  • Outriggers
  • Radar
Trips booked with The Jig is Up Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (We do not take up your time fishing for live bait. We do that off hours and bring it in a live well the day of your trip. )
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Cleaning and bagging of fish is included and not an extra fee. )
  • First mate (10% - 20% Tip is customary)
  • Fishing license (Fishing license is included and not an additional charge. Beware If a captain is asking for you to get a license they are more than likely not certified to be a charter.)
The Jig is Up Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Nearshore fishing (Up to 9 miles bottom and trolling)
  • Offshore fishing (trolling only past 9 miles)
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
The Jig is Up Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Drift fishing
Top targeted fish species with The Jig is Up Charters include:
  • Amberjack
  • Bonito
  • Cobia
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Snapper (Vermilion)

Your captain

Captain Bob
Captain Bob
Captain Bob

Fort Walton Beach, Florida, United States

8 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
122 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since August 2023
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.

Captain Bob served 32 years in the USAF. You can almost always find him on the water. When he's not on the water, he spends his time with family. The discussion at dinner is usually about a new technique they saw on YouTube or how they can find a new spot for fishing. Captain Bob is USCG certified and is also certified in CPR and first aid. While he can't guarantee what fish the Sea Gods will make available the day of your trip. His number one priority is to give his customers the safest, most enjoyable experience he can. Stories you can talk about with friends and family later.

Our Team
Bobby S.

Bobby S.

Captain

Kevin G.

Kevin G.

First mate

8 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
122 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since August 2023
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.

Captain Bob served 32 years in the USAF. You can almost always find him on the water. When he's not on the water, he spends his time with family. The discussion at dinner is usually about a new technique they saw on YouTube or how they can find a new spot for fishing. Captain Bob is USCG certified and is also certified in CPR and first aid. While he can't guarantee what fish the Sea Gods will make available the day of your trip. His number one priority is to give his customers the safest, most enjoyable experience he can. Stories you can talk about with friends and family later.

Our Team
Bobby S.

Bobby S.

Captain

Kevin G.

Kevin G.

First mate

The fish you can target

Amberjack
Amberjack
Skipjack
Skipjack
Cobia
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Red Snapper
Red Snapper
Vermilion Snapper
Vermilion Snapper
Amberjack
Amberjack
Skipjack
Skipjack
Cobia
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
32 ft
Year built
2020
Boat manufacturer
Worldcat
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
2 x 350HP
Max cruising speed
50 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Nearshore Fishing
Up to 9 miles bottom and trolling
Offshore Fishing
trolling only past 9 miles
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Jigging
Popping
Drift Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Toilet is enclosed and flushable
GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Multimedia system
Wireless trolling motor
Outriggers
Radar

What's included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
We do not take up your time fishing for live bait. We do that off hours and bring it in a live well the day of your trip.
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Cleaning and bagging of fish is included and not an extra fee.
First mate
10% - 20% Tip is customary
Fishing license
Fishing license is included and not an additional charge. Beware If a captain is asking for you to get a license they are more than likely not certified to be a charter.

How cancellations work

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.

More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included

Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.

Child friendly
We are a family friendly charter and enjoy having kids on board.
No smoking
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

When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 4% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Fort Walton Beach right now

AmberjackAmberjack
BonitoBonito
CobiaCobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Snapper (Red)Snapper (Red)
Snapper (Vermilion)Snapper (Vermilion)

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