The Jig is Up Charters
The Jig is Up Charters
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
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Andrew Corbett5.0VerifiedCaptain Bob and Dillion were outstanding!
3 Hour Seas the Day on July 4, 2026 • 4 adults • 2 childrenWe 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!
- Abel Hernandez5.0VerifiedNew
Great Captain Who Goes the Extra Mile!
4 Hour Trip – Nearshore Gulf on October 16, 2026 • 2 adultsHands down a great experience! Captain Bob was an awesome guy who genuinely cared about making sure we had a good trip. He went above and beyond and never gave up on getting us on the fish. we caught our limit of mingo and a trigger fish. You can tell he takes pride in what he does and truly wants his customers to have a great time. Highly recommend booking with him! We’ll definitely remember this trip and will be back again.
Amanda Jennings5.0VerifiedGreat with our family
3 Hour Seas the Day - 1:00 PM on March 15, 2026 • 6 adultsThe 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 ❤️
Warren Blake5.0VerifiedNewGreat Time!
4 Hour Trip – Nearshore Gulf on October 7, 2026 • 4 adults • 2 childrenWe had this trip planned and unfortunately it was just before hurricane Isiais hit the Emerald coast. However the crew stuck it out and were able to put us on some fish! We had a great time and my son was able to enjoy his first saltwater trip. We cant wait to book again!
Jason Bartholow5.0VerifiedReel Therapy: Sun Salt and 24 Mackerel
4 Hour Trip – Nearshore Gulf on April 9, 2026 • 3 adultsFrom 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!
Brandon Sorgen5.0VerifiedNew1st timers
6 Hour – Offshore Trolling w/Near on October 22, 2026 • 2 adultsMy son and I went on our first fishing trip. We had a blast caught some fish and a shark. Captain Bob and Dillon were awesome to fish with. i would definitely use them again and highly recommend them.
Keith Dutton5.0VerifiedExcllent fishing trip.
6 Hour Trip – Nearshore Gulf on June 20, 2026 • 4 adults • 1 childI would highly recommend Bob the Jig was definitely up. We caught trigger snapper of different types and Jack and even hooked up up on a nice 20 pound king. Dylan was a great boat hand as well. They put us on lots of fish.
Robert Mcintosh5.0VerifiedLiterally best fishing day ever!
4 Hour Trip – Nearshore Gulf on September 22, 2026 • 2 adultsThe Jig is Up with Capt Bob and crew are the best! Highly recommend this team for a great fishing charters. Looking forward to next time!
Antonio Fisher5.0VerifiedNice & Cool
3 Hour Seas the Day on June 8, 2026 • 5 adultsVery cool trip. Captain & Co Captain were great at helping and putting us on fish. Very nice trip
- Andy Wheeler5.0Verified
Great trip!
4 Hour Trip – Nearshore Gulf on March 30, 2026 • 4 adults • 2 childrenGreat day on a nice boat with an experienced crew. We caught 31 Spanish Mackerel and our two 8 year old boys had the time of their lives. Great balance of getting the young guys into a bunch of fish and giving the Dads a shot at some bigger fish too!
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This was our first time ever charter fishing, and Captain Bob absolutely exceeded our expectations! His boat was very nice, the perfect size, and having a bathroom on board was a great bonus. Captain Bob did a great job explaining what our day would look like, and even though the water was pretty rough, he still managed to put us on the fish. Dylan was just as great. They were both professional, patient, and welcoming, and genuinely seemed to enjoy making sure we had a great experience. We literally never went more than 30 seconds without bait on our hooks — these guys were on it! Captain Bob and Dylan were constantly giving us tips and tricks, and Captain Bob made sure we made the most of every minute on the water. At the end of the trip, Dylan cleaned and bagged all of our fish. My wife had always wanted to catch a red snapper, and she ended up catching her limit! It was such a fun and memorable day. We will definitely be back next year and will absolutely be fishing with Captain Bob and Dylan again. We highly recommend them to anyone looking for a great fishing charter. Thank you both for an amazing time and for making our first charter fishing experience one we won’t forget! 🎣
thank you so very much we appreciate your business and the stars and the recommendation looking forward to fishing with you in the future
Captain Bob and his assistant were amazing! The customer service was excellent from start to finish. Due to unforeseen flash flooding and heavy traffic, we were delayed nearly two hours getting to our charter. Captain Bob was extremely patient and understanding, stayed in communication with us, and made sure we still had a great experience. Once we got out on the water, we had an awesome time and even caught several fish! I truly appreciate how accommodating and professional he was throughout the entire experience. Highly recommend Captain Bob and his crew!
thanks for the stars and the recommendation we enjoyed having you and your family aboard today and looking forward to fishing with you in the future
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!
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
Hands down a great experience! Captain Bob was an awesome guy who genuinely cared about making sure we had a good trip. He went above and beyond and never gave up on getting us on the fish. we caught our limit of mingo and a trigger fish. You can tell he takes pride in what he does and truly wants his customers to have a great time. Highly recommend booking with him! We’ll definitely remember this trip and will be back again.
thank you so much i appreciate your kind words and the recommendation we enjoyed having you onboard and look forward to fishing with you in the future
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 ❤️
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
FAQs about The Jig is Up Charters
- 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)
- Toilet Toilet is enclosed and flushable
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Live bait well
- Multimedia system
- Wireless trolling motor
- Outriggers
- Radar
- 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.)
- Nearshore fishing (Up to 9 miles bottom and trolling)
- Offshore fishing (trolling only past 9 miles)
- Reef fishing
- Wreck fishing
- Light tackle
- Heavy tackle
- Bottom fishing
- Trolling
- Jigging
- Popping
- Drift fishing
- Amberjack
- Bonito
- Cobia
- Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
- King Mackerel (Kingfish)
- Snapper (Mangrove)
- Snapper (Red)
- Snapper (Vermilion)
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