Hooker Charters & Guide Service 

4.8/5 (421 reviews)
 
Federally permitted
 Mayport Boat Ramp, Jacksonville, FL 32233, United States

Hooker Charters & Guide Service 

 
Federally permitted
4.8/5 (421)
 Angler's Choice
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Mayport Boat Ramp
Jacksonville, FL, United States

Hooker Charters & Guide Service is located in Jacksonville, Florida. Run by Captain Bill Perkins, a full-time, licensed Captain. He's a professional, knowledgeable guide who goes above and beyond to put his guests on the fish. This is the perfect chance to explore these productive waters. If you want to have a fun day out on the water with a professional guide, look no further.

Your trip will take place aboard Captain Bill’s 25’ Contender boat. Its navigational electronics include a GPS, a fish finder, a AIS VHF radio, EPIRB and Garmin Inreach satellite communication Device. The vessel is equipped with a live bait tank, a wireless trolling motor, an icebox for your refreshments, and an anchoring system to keep you on top of the fish. The vessel also includes a enclosed toilet. Up to six anglers are welcome on board.

Captain Bill uses a variety of fishing techniques to make sure you will get the most out of your day on the water, whatever the season. If the weather permits, you will be able to go see what’s biting nearshore, head offshore, or fish the flats, wrecks and reefs..

During your trip, you may try anything from fishing with light and heavy tackle to jigging, trolling, bottom fishing and drift fishing. Captain Bill is great with kids, so a day out with him is an excellent opportunity to have fun with your family or friends and enjoy your children landing their first fish!

There is a wide range of fish you can catch, including Mahi Mahi, Cobia, King Mackerel, Tarpon, Vermilion Snapper, Trigger fish, Flounder, Sheepshead, Spotted Sea trout, Black Sea bass, and Red fish.

Your trip with Captain Bill will include all the needed fishing equipment and tackle as well as live bait. Fish cleaning and filleting is also included.

Please note: All guests will be required to sign a liability waiver and release form prior to departure. This will be provided to you on the day of the charter by the captain.

Join us for an amazing trip you will always remember!

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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.8/5
out of 5 stars from 421 reviews
Boat
4.8/5
Crew
4.9/5
Experience
4.8/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (416)

Great day on the water with Captain Bill and Striker!
Outstanding day
Best captain ever
+413

Angler rating

366
42
7
4
1

Anglers claimed

Good experience

93%

Appropriate for children

96%

Friendly captain

99%

Satisfied with the boat

98%

Recommend this charter

97%

Caught fish

85%

Showing 1 - 5 of 421 reviews
Showing: 5 of 421 reviews
Bobbie Jo
Bobbie Jo
5.0
Verified
Great fishing trip! Definitely recommend!
3/4 Day Trip Nearshore/Offshore on February 9, 20253 adults
I booked the 6hr inshore/offshore trip. Capt Bill was absolutely great, he is very experienced and made the trip fun. He took us straight offshore right to a spot where we were constantly catching fish! We came home with fish for the freezer and everyone was excited about the trip as it was the topic for the rest of our evening. Can’t wait to book again with Capt Bill and would highly recommend this charter. Thank you Capt Bill!
Reported catch:
Black Seabass
Flounder
Gray Triggerfish
Vermilion Snapper
Response from Captain
February 14, 2025
Thank you Bobbie it was my pleasure to have you all aboard! I am glad the seabass bite was so good! I hope you all enjoy the dinners. I look forward to going out again soon. Thanks again Capt. Bill
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John Dorrian
John Dorrian
5.0
Verified
Bill is very knowledgeable and also friendly
Half Day Trip - kingfish (AM) on August 12, 20252 adults
We had a great time on this trip. Bill was on time, very knowledgeable and friendly. We caught some fish, sharks took a few, but plenty of action and a nice relaxed fun day on the water. I’m local and have been out with others; Bill knows what he is doing. 5 stars; we will be back!
Response from Captain
August 13, 2025
Thank you John! It was my pleasure to have you and Herb aboard. I look forward to going out again soon. Thanks again Capt. Bill
0
Jennifer Moore
Jennifer Moore
5.0
Verified
Great day on the water with Captain Bill and Striker!
Half Day Trip - Inshore (AM) on November 13, 20253 adults
We had a great time out on the water with Captain Bill! We saw lots of dolphins and even saw a sea turtle!! We caught lots of small fish but ended up with a couple keepers. A trout, black drum, sailors choice and a croaker. Plenty for lunch for us.
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Reported catch:
Spotted Seatrout
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Jarrett Garlick
Jarrett Garlick
5.0
Verified
Best captain ever
Full Day Trip - Nearshore/Offshore on October 19, 20254 adults
Captain Bill was an amazing captain. Had a great time out. We caught a lot of fish. He had a amazing sense of humor and was super nice. He was also very accommodating and very helpful with all the gear on board. Definitely will do another charter.
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Reported catch:
Spotted Seatrout
Flounder
Sheepshead
Redfish
0
Jennifer Cobb
Jennifer Cobb
5.0
Verified
So much fun!
5 hour afternoon red snapper trip on July 12, 20254 adults1 child
Captain Bill was amazing. He was patient with our kids and we caught our limit for Red Snapper! He explained everything and was very knowledgeable. Would absolutely book again when we are in the area. Hands down the best part of our trip!
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Reported catch:
Vermilion Snapper
0

Trip availability and prices

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Half Day Trip - Inshore (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip
starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Sep 1 - Jun 1
US $495
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Half Day Trip - kingfish (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip
starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Jun 1 - Sep 15
US $495
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Half Day Trip - Inshore (PM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip
starts at 1:00 PM
Seasonal trip
Sep 1 - Jun 1
US $495
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Half Day Trip - kingfish (PM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip
starts at 1:00 PM
Seasonal trip
Jun 1 - Sep 15
US $495
Entire boat: up to 3 people
3/4 Day Inshore Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 Hour Trip
starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Sep 1 - Jun 1
US $695
Entire boat: up to 3 people
3/4 Day Trip Nearshore/Offshore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 Hour Trip
starts at 8:00 AM
US $695
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Full Day Trip - Nearshore/Offshore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 Hour Trip
starts at 8:00 AM
US $895
Entire boat: up to 3 people
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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.8/5
out of 5 stars from 421 reviews
Boat
4.8/5
Crew
4.9/5
Experience
4.8/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (416)

Great day on the water with Captain Bill and Striker!
Outstanding day
Best captain ever
+413

Angler rating

366
42
7
4
1

Anglers claimed

Good experience

93%

Appropriate for children

96%

Friendly captain

99%

Satisfied with the boat

98%

Recommend this charter

97%

Caught fish

85%

Showing 1 - 5 of 421 reviews
Showing: 5 of 421 reviews
Bobbie Jo
Bobbie Jo
5.0
Verified
Great fishing trip! Definitely recommend!
3/4 Day Trip Nearshore/Offshore on February 9, 20253 adults
I booked the 6hr inshore/offshore trip. Capt Bill was absolutely great, he is very experienced and made the trip fun. He took us straight offshore right to a spot where we were constantly catching fish! We came home with fish for the freezer and everyone was excited about the trip as it was the topic for the rest of our evening. Can’t wait to book again with Capt Bill and would highly recommend this charter. Thank you Capt Bill!
Reported catch:
Black Seabass
Flounder
Gray Triggerfish
Vermilion Snapper
Response from Captain
February 14, 2025
Thank you Bobbie it was my pleasure to have you all aboard! I am glad the seabass bite was so good! I hope you all enjoy the dinners. I look forward to going out again soon. Thanks again Capt. Bill
0
John Dorrian
John Dorrian
5.0
Verified
Bill is very knowledgeable and also friendly
Half Day Trip - kingfish (AM) on August 12, 20252 adults
We had a great time on this trip. Bill was on time, very knowledgeable and friendly. We caught some fish, sharks took a few, but plenty of action and a nice relaxed fun day on the water. I’m local and have been out with others; Bill knows what he is doing. 5 stars; we will be back!
Response from Captain
August 13, 2025
Thank you John! It was my pleasure to have you and Herb aboard. I look forward to going out again soon. Thanks again Capt. Bill
0
Jennifer Moore
Jennifer Moore
5.0
Verified
Great day on the water with Captain Bill and Striker!
Half Day Trip - Inshore (AM) on November 13, 20253 adults
We had a great time out on the water with Captain Bill! We saw lots of dolphins and even saw a sea turtle!! We caught lots of small fish but ended up with a couple keepers. A trout, black drum, sailors choice and a croaker. Plenty for lunch for us.
Review media 0
Reported catch:
Spotted Seatrout
0
Jarrett Garlick
Jarrett Garlick
5.0
Verified
Best captain ever
Full Day Trip - Nearshore/Offshore on October 19, 20254 adults
Captain Bill was an amazing captain. Had a great time out. We caught a lot of fish. He had a amazing sense of humor and was super nice. He was also very accommodating and very helpful with all the gear on board. Definitely will do another charter.
Review media 0
Review media 1
Review media 2
Reported catch:
Spotted Seatrout
Flounder
Sheepshead
Redfish
0
Jennifer Cobb
Jennifer Cobb
5.0
Verified
So much fun!
5 hour afternoon red snapper trip on July 12, 20254 adults1 child
Captain Bill was amazing. He was patient with our kids and we caught our limit for Red Snapper! He explained everything and was very knowledgeable. Would absolutely book again when we are in the area. Hands down the best part of our trip!
Review media 0
Reported catch:
Vermilion Snapper
0

FAQs about Hooker Charters & Guide Service

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The fish you can target

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What is the boat like?

Boat Image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
25 ft
Year built
2016
Boat manufacturer
CONTENDER 24S
Boat type
Center console

Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 300HP
Max cruising speed
48 knots
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