Tradition Fishing Charters 

4.4/5 (15 reviews)
 
Federally permitted
 Perdido Key Drive 13506, Pensacola, FL 32507, United States

If you’re going to cast a line in Pensacola, look no further than Tradition Fishing Charters. Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain Miles is prepared to put you on fish.

Species like Amberjack, King Mackerel (Kingfish), Red Grouper, Almaco Jack, Gag Grouper, Scamp Grouper, Red Snapper, Mahi Mahi, Little Tunny (False Albacore), Cobia, Vermilion Snapper, Wahoo, and more could be biting, depending on the season. During the trip, you might be spinning, trolling, drifting, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area.

Tradition Fishing Charters welcomes kids aboard, so feel free to make a family day out of it! Be sure to ask if child-sized life vests are available, otherwise you should bring your own. You’re welcome to bring snacks to keep your stamina going!

Your boat for the day is a 48’ Marine Management sportfishing vessel with a capacity for 25 passengers. It has all the essentials no fishing machine can run without. There’s a toilet on board for your convenience. Capt. Miles has rods and reels for you, along with lures.

A First Mate will be there to make sure everything is running smoothly. It’s customary to tip the Mate 10–20% to show your appreciation.

The charter boat covers your fishing license, just show up ready for some fishing! Be mindful that some species may have special rules or limited seasons. If you don’t know what to expect, ask the captain. Don’t forget to bring sunglasses, bottled water, and sunblock (non-spray). Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but try to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

If you have any questions about fishing with Tradition Fishing Charters, just send Capt. Miles a message down below.

Tradition Fishing Charters

Charter Operator

Tradition Fishing Charters

11 years of experience
 ID & credentials verified

Most popular features:

 Fishing License
 Pickup Included
 You Keep Catch
 Toilet
 Child Friendly
 Air Conditioning
 Ice Box
 Rods, reels & tackle

Trip availability and prices

Trip Date:
Days:
Group Size:
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4 Hour Shark Fishing Trip!!! (A.M.)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:30 AM
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US $1,200 
Entire boat: up to 25 people
4 Hour Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:30 AM
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US $1,200 
Entire boat: up to 25 people
4 Hour Shark Fishing Trip!!! (P.M.)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 3:30 PM
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US $1,200 
Entire boat: up to 25 people
4 Hour Trip (PM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 3:30 PM
Seasonal trip Mar 10 - Nov 10
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US $1,200 
Entire boat: up to 25 people
6 Hour Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:30 AM
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US $1,750 
Entire boat: up to 25 people
8 Hour Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:30 AM
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US $2,300 
Entire boat: up to 25 people
10 Hour Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
10 Hour Trip, starts at 7:30 AM
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US $2,850 
Entire boat: up to 25 people
12 Hour Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
12 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
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US $3,400 
Entire boat: up to 25 people
There are 8 people looking at this charter.

Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.4/5
out of 5 stars from 15 reviews
Boat
4.4/5
Crew
4.5/5
Experience
4.3/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (6)

July fishing trip
Awesome fishing!
Great family trip
+3

Angler rating

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Anglers claimed

Good experience

57%

Appropriate for children

86%

Friendly captain

86%

Satisfied with the boat

86%

Recommend this charter

75%

Caught fish

93%

Showing 1 - 5 of 16 reviews
Dylan P.
Dylan P.

The captain canceled

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Trip was supposed to happen on July 19, 2025

The charter operator canceled 2 days prior to the trip date. This is an automated posting.

 

Tradition Fishing Charters
Tradition Fishing Charters (The Charter Operator)

Bridge M.
Bridge M.
4.7/5

Experience:

4.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great day on the water

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6 Hour Trip (AM) on April 11, 2025

The crew was fantastic. The check in a few days ahead and also the day before was excellent so we knew what to expect. The boat was very comfortable for our larger group that would not fit on the usual 6 pack. We caught more than 50 fish and had a blast. And as a bonus, the crew cleaned the fish at the dock! Captain and mate were super friendly and fun to be around. Could not ask for a better day!

The crew was fantastic. The check in a few days ahead and also the day before was excellent so we knew what to expect. The boat was very comfortable for our larger group that would not fit on the usual 6 pack. We caught more than 50 fish and had a blast. And as a bonus, the crew cleaned the fish at the dock! Captain and mate were super friendly and fun to be around. Could not ask for a better day!  

 Bridge M. recommends Tradition Fishing Charters

Taylor P.
Taylor P.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

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4 hour morning trip

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4 Hour Trip (AM) on December 30, 2024

We did the 4 hour trip because we had some new people and wanted to give them an easy first experience. This was a great trip! Even on a short one like this we still caught quite a few fish and the captain and first mate were exceptional. Highly reccomend.

We did the 4 hour trip because we had some new people and wanted to give them an easy first experience. This was a great trip! Even on a short one like this we still caught quite a few fish and the captain and first mate were exceptional. Highly reccomend.  

 Taylor P. recommends Tradition Fishing Charters

Joseph C.
Joseph C.
4.7/5

Experience:

4.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

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June fishing trip

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8 Hour Trip (AM) on June 14, 2025

 

 Joseph C. recommends Tradition Fishing Charters

Matt H.
Matt H.
4.7/5

Experience:

4.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Fishing with Tradition

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4 Hour Shark Fishing Trip!!! (A.M.) on May 28, 2025

 

 Matt H. recommends Tradition Fishing Charters

FAQs about Tradition Fishing Charters

What are the trip rates for Tradition Fishing Charters?

Tradition Fishing Charters offers the following trips to customers:

  • US $1,200 per group, additional US $120 per person after 8 guests - 4 Hour Shark Fishing Trip!!! (A.M.) (4 hours)
  • US $1,200 per group, additional US $120 per person after 8 guests - 4 Hour Shark Fishing Trip!!! (P.M.) (4 hours)
  • US $1,200 per group, additional US $120 per person after 8 guests - 4 Hour Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $1,200 per group, additional US $120 per person after 8 guests - 4 Hour Trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $1,750 per group, additional US $175 per person after 8 guests - 6 Hour Trip (AM) (6 hours)
  • US $2,300 per group, additional US $230 per person after 8 guests - 8 Hour Trip (AM) (8 hours)
  • US $2,850 per group, additional US $285 per person after 8 guests - 10 Hour Trip (AM) (10 hours)
  • US $3,400 per group, additional US $340 per person after 8 guests - 12 Hour Trip (AM) (12 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Tradition Fishing Charters?

When you book a trip with Tradition Fishing Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:

  • Toilet Air conditioned bathroom onboard, with full size toilet and freshwater sink to wash your hands.
  • Air Conditioning
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Flybridge
  • Live Bait Well
  • Refrigerator
  • Ice Box
What's included in the trip price with Tradition Fishing Charters?

Trips booked with Tradition Fishing Charters include:

  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures
  • First Mate (We have first class mates that take care of your every need. We pride ourselves in providing top notch service in this industry. We hope you feel the same way at the end of the day. A good tip is 20-25% of the total price of the trip. These mates start)
  • Fishing License (We have a fishing license that covers everyone onboard and it is included in the price of the trip. )
What types of fishing does Tradition Fishing Charters offer?

Tradition Fishing Charters offers the following types of fishing:

  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing (4 hr trips typically troll and fish the beaches up to 5 miles out 6 hr trips up to 20 miles out 8 hr trips up to 30 miles out 10 hr trips up to 40 miles out 12 hr trips up to 50 miles out)
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing
What fishing techniques does Tradition Fishing Charters offer?

Tradition Fishing Charters offers the following fishing techniques:

  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Drift Fishing
  • Deep Sea Fishing
Which fish species can I catch with Tradition Fishing Charters?

Top targeted fish species with Tradition Fishing Charters include:

  • Amberjack
  • Cobia
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Grouper (Gag)
  • Grouper (Red)
  • Grouper (Scamp)
  • Jack (Almaco)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Little Tunny (False Albacore)
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Snapper (Vermilion)
  • Wahoo

Your operator

Tradition Fishing Charters

Pensacola, Florida, United States

3 Fishing Reports
165 Customer reviews
Response time 2 hours
Member since April 2016

Tradition Fishing Charters was started out of a lifelong passion for deep sea and inshore fishing by Captain Miles Howell. Capt Miles loves to share the awesome experience of making memories on the water. Now as an expanded family charter fishing business with Capt. Willie, Capt. Mike, Capt. David, and Capt. James, this team offers a wide variety of fishing options that are sure to please! Mark your calendars. Triggerfish Opens March 1* Red Snapper Opens June 1* *Seasons can change last minutes due to local and federal regulations. Please contact us to double check and make sure certain fish are in season if you are looking to catch something specific.

Our Team
James  S.

James S.

Captain

Miles  H.

Miles H.

Captain

Mike M.

Mike M.

Captain

The fish you can target

Amberjack
Amberjack
Cobia
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper
Red Grouper
Red Grouper
Scamp Grouper
Scamp Grouper
Almaco Jack
Almaco Jack
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Little Tunny (False Albacore)
Little Tunny (False Albacore)
Red Snapper
Red Snapper
Vermilion Snapper
Vermilion Snapper
Wahoo
Wahoo

What is the boat like?

Boat Image
Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
25 persons
Boat length
48 ft
Year built
1978
Restored in
2024
Boat manufacturer
Marine Management
Boat type
Sportfishing

Engine model
Caterpillar
Powered by
2 x 320HP
Max cruising speed
12 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing

Nearshore Fishing

Offshore Fishing

4 hr trips typically troll and fish the beaches up to 5 miles out 6 hr trips up to 20 miles out 8 hr trips up to 30 miles out 10 hr trips up to 40 miles out 12 hr trips up to 50 miles out

Reef Fishing

Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle

Heavy Tackle

Bottom Fishing

Trolling

Spinning

Drift Fishing

Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet

Air conditioned bathroom onboard, with full size toilet and freshwater sink to wash your hands.

Air Conditioning

GPS

Fishfinder

Bed

Flybridge

Live Bait Well

Refrigerator

Ice Box

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle

Lures

First Mate

We have first class mates that take care of your every need. We pride ourselves in providing top notch service in this industry. We hope you feel the same way at the end of the day. A good tip is 20-25% of the total price of the trip. These mates start

Fishing License

We have a fishing license that covers everyone onboard and it is included in the price of the trip.

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.

What the listing policies are

Pickup included in price

Transfer from hotels or jetties in Pensacola to departure site is available and included in trip rates.

Child Friendly

We love having kids aboard at Tradition Fishing Charters. Our boats are safe and comfortable for kids all of ages. Plus if it gets too hot or it starts to rain we have a full size air conditioned cabin to relax in. Also Capt Miles always says " Fishing

You Keep Catch

Catch and Release Allowed

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% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Pensacola right now

AmberjackAmberjack
CobiaCobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Grouper (Gag)Grouper (Gag)
Grouper (Red)Grouper (Red)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Snapper (Red)Snapper (Red)
Snapper (Vermilion)Snapper (Vermilion)
WahooWahoo
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