Tall Tails Guide Service 

5.0/5 (23 reviews)
 
State licensed
 1 Bay Avenue, Apalachicola, FL 32320, United States
 
State licensed
5.0/5 (23 reviews)
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1 Bay Avenue
Apalachicola, FL, United States

Apalachicola has a fish with your name on it, so let Tall Tails Guide Service help you catch it! Captain Wes will be your guide, allowing you to benefit from years of professional experience.

Fishing around here will often see you targeting Tripletail, Redfish, Red Snapper, Speckled Trout, White Seatrout, Sheepshead and more with any luck. For these species, you're likely to troll and bottom fish using light or heavy tackle.

Families who love fishing together will be glad to know that kids are welcome aboard! Be sure to ask if child-sized life vests are available, otherwise you should bring your own. You're welcome to bring snacks to maintain your energy throughout the trip!

Your vessel for the day is a 22' TwinVee center console with capacity for 5 passengers. It has everything you need for a productive day on the water. Rods, reels, and tackle are covered by the charter, as well as lures. All bait is included coveted by the captain. Fish cleaning may be included depending on the species caught.

The charter boat covers your fishing license, so all you have to do is show up ready for a good time! Keep in mind that some fish may have harvest limits or closed seasons. If you don't know what to expect, ask the captain.

A few items to bring include sunglasses, sunblock (non-spray), lunch or snacks and bottled water. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, so long as you avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

Get in touch with Capt. Wes below and start planning your trip today!

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Customer reviews

Rating summary

5.0/5
out of 5 stars from 23 reviews
Boat
5.0/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
5.0/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (17)

Great day on the bay!
Great day on the bay!
Great day on the bay!
+14

Angler rating

21
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Anglers claimed

Good experience

100%

Appropriate for children

100%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

91%

Caught fish

100%

Showing 1 - 5 of 23 reviews
Showing: 5 of 23 reviews
Bradley A.
Bradley A.

Jul 21, 2025

The captain canceled

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David M.
David M.
5.0/5

Jul 27, 2025

4 Hour Trip – Tripletail (AM)

Great day on the bay!

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Had a great morning fishing with Capitan Wes we caught the Gulls feeding on baitfish and stop to try. We loaded the boat with 58 sea Trout, got to catch one blacktop shark, several sail cats, a stingray, Croaker and a few angle fish, went to try for a couple Ress but they had lockjaw. On the way back we stop at several Tripple Tail spots. Caught one 21” and had to throw back one that was 1” short of the size limit, tripple tail were a blast to catch

Had a great morning fishing with Capitan Wes we caught the Gulls feeding on baitfish and stop to try. We loaded the boat with...  

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 David M. recommends Tall Tails Guide Service
 David M. recommends Tall Tails Guide Service

Kasey P.
Kasey P.
5.0/5

Apr 1, 2025

3 Hour Trip – Quick Trip (AM)

We slammed 'em!

VERIFIED

Wes took us on a near shore fishing adventures. He was great with our kids (10 and 13) and we caught tons of whiting, catfish, a black drum, a pigmouth, black sea bass, and a sting ray! We know catching fish is never a guarantee but when Wes realized we were not in a great spot, we moved to a new location quickly so we had the best chance to catch things we could keep! We highly recommend and hope to be back on the water with him in the future!

Wes took us on a near shore fishing adventures. He was great with our kids (10 and 13) and we caught tons of whiting, catfish,...  

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 Kasey P. recommends Tall Tails Guide Service
1 person finds this review helpful
 Kasey P. recommends Tall Tails Guide Service
1 person finds this review helpful

Tyler R.
Tyler R.
5.0/5

Jul 3, 2025

4 Hour Trip – Bay Fishing (PM)

Great fishing

VERIFIED

Captain Wes took us out in the bay to catch some fish and we tore it up. I then started to get sea sick and he then brought us up into the river for a smoother time. We caught red fish, sting ray, flounder, croakers, and a sheepshead. Had a great time and I can’t wait to go back to Florida!

Captain Wes took us out in the bay to catch some fish and we tore it up. I then started to get sea sick and he then brought us...  

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 Tyler R. recommends Tall Tails Guide Service
1 person finds this review helpful
 Tyler R. recommends Tall Tails Guide Service
1 person finds this review helpful

Tim D.
Tim D.
5.0/5

Aug 7, 2025

4 Hour Trip – Bay Fishing (AM)

Great Trip with Capt. Wes

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Very knowledgeable, efficient, responsive and friendly. Put us on fish and customized the day to create the best experience.

Very knowledgeable, efficient, responsive and friendly. Put us on fish and customized the day to create the best experience.  

 Tim D. recommends Tall Tails Guide Service
 Tim D. recommends Tall Tails Guide Service

Trip availability and prices

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4 Hour Trip – Bay Fishing (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
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US $550 
Entire boat: up to 5 people
4 Hour Trip – Bay Fishing (PM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 2:00 PM
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US $550 
Entire boat: up to 5 people
4 Hour Trip – Tripletail (PM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 2:00 PM
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US $550 
Entire boat: up to 5 people
4 Hour Trip – Tripletail (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
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US $600 
Entire boat: up to 5 people
6 Hour Trip - Bay Fishing
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
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US $700 
Entire boat: up to 5 people
6 Hour Trip – Tripletail
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
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US $750 
Entire boat: up to 5 people
6 Hour Trip - Nearshore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
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US $800 
Entire boat: up to 5 people
6 Hour Trip – Offshore (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
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US $900 
Entire boat: up to 5 people
Full Day Scalloping
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip Aug 16 - Sep 24
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US $900 
Entire boat: up to 5 people
Half Day Double Boat
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
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US $2,000 
Shared tour: for 2 people
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Customer reviews

Rating summary

5.0/5
out of 5 stars from 23 reviews
Boat
5.0/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
5.0/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (17)

Great day on the bay!
Great day on the bay!
Great day on the bay!
+14

Angler rating

21
0
0
0
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

100%

Appropriate for children

100%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

91%

Caught fish

100%

Showing 1 - 5 of 23 reviews
Showing: 5 of 23 reviews
Bradley A.
Bradley A.

The captain canceled

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NEW

Trip was supposed to happen on July 21, 2025

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

 

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David M.
David M.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great day on the bay!

VERIFIED
NEW

4 Hour Trip – Tripletail (AM) on July 27, 2025

Had a great morning fishing with Capitan Wes we caught the Gulls feeding on baitfish and stop to try. We loaded the boat with 58 sea Trout, got to catch one blacktop shark, several sail cats, a stingray, Croaker and a few angle fish, went to try for a couple Ress but they had lockjaw. On the way back we stop at several Tripple Tail spots. Caught one 21” and had to throw back one that was 1” short of the size limit, tripple tail were a blast to catch

Had a great morning fishing with Capitan Wes we caught the Gulls feeding on baitfish and stop to try. We loaded the boat with 58 sea Trout, got to catch one blacktop shark, several sail cats, a stingray, Croaker and a few angle fish, went to try for a couple Ress but they had lockjaw. On the way back we stop at several Tripple Tail spots. Caught one 21” and had to throw back one that was 1” short of the size limit, tripple tail were a blast to catch  

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 David M. recommends Tall Tails Guide Service

Kasey P.
Kasey P.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

We slammed 'em!

VERIFIED

3 Hour Trip – Quick Trip (AM) on April 1, 2025

Wes took us on a near shore fishing adventures. He was great with our kids (10 and 13) and we caught tons of whiting, catfish, a black drum, a pigmouth, black sea bass, and a sting ray! We know catching fish is never a guarantee but when Wes realized we were not in a great spot, we moved to a new location quickly so we had the best chance to catch things we could keep! We highly recommend and hope to be back on the water with him in the future!

Wes took us on a near shore fishing adventures. He was great with our kids (10 and 13) and we caught tons of whiting, catfish, a black drum, a pigmouth, black sea bass, and a sting ray! We know catching fish is never a guarantee but when Wes realized we were not in a great spot, we moved to a new location quickly so we had the best chance to catch things we could keep! We highly recommend and hope to be back on the water with him in the future!  

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 Kasey P. recommends Tall Tails Guide Service
1 person finds this review helpful

Tyler R.
Tyler R.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great fishing

VERIFIED

4 Hour Trip – Bay Fishing (PM) on July 3, 2025

Captain Wes took us out in the bay to catch some fish and we tore it up. I then started to get sea sick and he then brought us up into the river for a smoother time. We caught red fish, sting ray, flounder, croakers, and a sheepshead. Had a great time and I can’t wait to go back to Florida!

Captain Wes took us out in the bay to catch some fish and we tore it up. I then started to get sea sick and he then brought us up into the river for a smoother time. We caught red fish, sting ray, flounder, croakers, and a sheepshead. Had a great time and I can’t wait to go back to Florida!  

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 Tyler R. recommends Tall Tails Guide Service
1 person finds this review helpful

Tim D.
Tim D.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great Trip with Capt. Wes

VERIFIED
NEW

4 Hour Trip – Bay Fishing (AM) on August 7, 2025

Very knowledgeable, efficient, responsive and friendly. Put us on fish and customized the day to create the best experience.

Very knowledgeable, efficient, responsive and friendly. Put us on fish and customized the day to create the best experience.  

 Tim D. recommends Tall Tails Guide Service

FAQs about Tall Tails Guide Service

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
5 persons
Boat length
22 ft
Year built
2013
Restored in
2022
Boat manufacturer
TwinVee
Boat type
Center console

Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
1 x 200HP
Max cruising speed
33 knots
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