Search
Tyler Holmes
Captain

Tyler Holmes

Fort Walton Beach, United States
Federal waters
Angler's choice
25+ reviews
Operating a 26' World cat Catamaran, Capt. Tyler ensures a comfortable fishing experience in the waters of Okaloosa Island, Florida. The crew will demonstrate techniques such as bottom fishing, spinning, trolling, jigging, or something unique to the area. The only way to learn is to join them on the water.

Charter

Rating

5.0
27 reviews
5.0
Boat & Equipment
5.0
Captain & Crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

All reviews (27)

Showing 1 – 5 of 27 reviews
  • Dawn Spencer
    Dawn Spencer
    us
    Nebraska, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    great day catching fish on calm waters

    5 Hour Trip • 5 adults • 3 children

    We had an amazing day on the water and caught plenty of big fish! Captain Ty was incredibly patient and laid-back, even when we made mistakes like bird-nesting the line or getting tangled while fighting fish. Captain Ty and First Mate Ry kept our lines baited and gave us plenty of helpful guidance, which made the trip fun and successful for everyone. We brought our three kids, ages 11, 14, and 16, and they all had a great time. I had no idea how much work it takes to reel in saltwater fish! Be prepared to be tired afterward—we all needed naps, including Mom and Dad. We hooked a shark but lost it, and we caught snapper, bonito, mahi-mahi, and triggerfish. It was a fantastic family experience, and we would highly recommend fishing with Captain Ty and Ry!

    Reported catch:
    Amberjack
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Red Snapper
    Gag Grouper
    +3
    Response from Captain

    You all did an amazing job today, thanks for allowing us to take you out and have a great time! hope to see you again one day 🎣

  • Lionel Austin
    Lionel Austin
    us
    Utah, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Best!!! 6 hours of fishing I’ve had all year👍🏻

    5 Hour Trip - 7:00 AM • 3 adults

    Caught a good amount of fish,red snapper ,some tuna’s among other fish… Tyler was the greatest Captain u could have to make sure u had the best an funniest time ,a person could have on a fishing trip ..and Riley was the greatest deck hand that made it even greater !!!👍🏻Thanks to both of them to make it all happen an there hard work ..Definitely will be back again next year for another great fishing trip for Sure!!!🎣 🐠 🐟

    Reported catch:
    Red Snapper
    Amberjack
    Gray Triggerfish
    Vermilion Snapper
    Response from Captain

    thank you for the kind review we had a blast on the water hope to see yall again 🎣

  • Brad Peterson
    Brad Peterson
    Repeat angler
    us
    Missouri, US
    Member since 2025
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Awesome Trip!

    6 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing - 8:00 AM • 6 adults

    Our group is still talking about our trip. It was an amazing time. Tyler and Riley were terrific. We caught Cobia, Red Grouper, Red Snapper, Trigger, Tile, Bonita and a few sharks! To put it plainly, it was like fishing with some old friends. And the music playlist was spot on! I would highly recommend Salty Tail to everyone and I plan on booking again in the future. Thanks again Tyler and Riley!

    Reported catch:
    Amberjack
    Red Snapper
    Red Grouper
    Gray Triggerfish
    Response from Captain

    thanks brad we appreciate your support what a great time we had 🎣

  • Katherine Smith
    Katherine Smith
    us
    Kansas, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Amazing Fishing Trip!

    4 Hour Trip - 9:00 AM • 4 adults • 2 children

    Our experience fishing with Tyler and Riley was absolutely incredible. They were super friendly and welcoming to me and my family. Within minutes of dropping our lines, the fish started biting. We caught triggerfish, amberjack, red grouper, red snapper, remora, and even a large stingray! We will definitely book with Salty Tail Charters again!

    Response from Captain

    thank you Katherine we had a great day on the water thank you for your feedback

  • Chad Johnson
    Chad Johnson
    us
    Illinois, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified
    NEW

    Great day on the water

    5 Hour Trip - 5:30 AM • 5 adults

    We had a 5 hour trip with Tyler. I would definitely book with him again. He put us on fish all day. thanks again

    Response from Captain

    thanks chad we also had a great time cant wait to do it again 🎣

Real catches shared by our community

  • Salty Tail Charters
    Salty Tail ChartersFort Walton Beach, FL
    Adult angler proudly holding a large red snapper at an Okaloosa Island, Florida marina, with additional fish displayed on the catch board behind him.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Red Snapper
    Chad J.
    Chad J.
    We had a 5 hour trip with Tyler. I would definitely book with him again. He put us on fish all day. thanks again
  • Salty Tail Charters
    Salty Tail ChartersFort Walton Beach, FL
    Two adult anglers proudly display a large silver fish aboard a center-console fishing boat offshore, with rods, tackle, and open ocean visible.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Spanish Mackerel
    Lionel A.
    Lionel A.
    Caught a good amount of fish,red snapper ,some tuna’s among other fish… Tyler was the greatest Captain u could have to make sure u had the best an funniest time ,a person could have on a fishing trip ..and Riley was the greatest deck hand that made it even greater !!!👍🏻Thanks to both of them to make it all happen an there hard work ..Definitely will be back again next year for another great fishing trip for Sure!!!🎣 🐠 🐟
  • Salty Tail Charters
    Salty Tail ChartersFort Walton Beach, FL
    A young angler proudly displaying a large Red Snapper while fishing on a boat, showcasing a successful catch during a sunny day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +2
    Red Snapper
    Benjamin .
    Benjamin .
    Captain was top notch, put us on fish all day long. First mate was awesome too especially having our 3 daughters with us. Lots of laughs and lots of fish. I highly recommend this charter if your looking to catch fish and have a good time. We will definitely be back next year
  • Salty Tail Charters
    Salty Tail ChartersFort Walton Beach, FL
    Young angler proudly holding a large fish while fishing on a boat in open waters.
    Fish 1
    Red Snapper
    Frantisek I.
    Frantisek I.
    We had a blast, it started slowly, but as the sun started going down we picked up a pace. Captain Tyler and his brother were great!
  • Salty Tail Charters
    Salty Tail ChartersFort Walton Beach, FL
    Adult angler proudly holding a large red grouper aboard a fishing boat offshore.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +4
    Red Grouper
    Brad P.
    Brad P.
    Our group is still talking about our trip. It was an amazing time. Tyler and Riley were terrific. We caught Cobia, Red Grouper, Red Snapper, Trigger, Tile, Bonita and a few sharks! To put it plainly, it was like fishing with some old friends. And the music playlist was spot on! I would highly recommend Salty Tail to everyone and I plan on booking again in the future. Thanks again Tyler and Riley!
  • Salty Tail Charters
    Salty Tail ChartersFort Walton Beach, FL
    Young angler proudly holding a Mahi Mahi while fishing offshore, showcasing a successful catch during a family outing.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +3
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dawn S.
    Dawn S.
    We had an amazing day on the water and caught plenty of big fish! Captain Ty was incredibly patient and laid-back, even when we made mistakes like bird-nesting the line or getting tangled while fighting fish. Captain Ty and First Mate Ry kept our lines baited and gave us plenty of helpful guidance, which made the trip fun and successful for everyone. We brought our three kids, ages 11, 14, and 16, and they all had a great time. I had no idea how much work it takes to reel in saltwater fish! Be prepared to be tired afterward—we all needed naps, including Mom and Dad. We hooked a shark but lost it, and we caught snapper, bonito, mahi-mahi, and triggerfish. It was a fantastic family experience, and we would highly recommend fishing with Captain Ty and Ry!
  • Salty Tail Charters
    Salty Tail ChartersFort Walton Beach, FL
    Large group catch of red snapper and several pelagic fish displayed on a dockside catch board at Okaloosa Island, Florida.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +2
    Red Snapper
    Roy A.
    Roy A.
    We had an amazing time on the Salty Tail. Captain Tyler and mate Riley were both truly terrific and extremely friendly. They couldn’t have been more helpful. Thanks to them, we were on the fish all day. I would highly recommend them to everyone and we can’t wait to come back.
  • Salty Tail Charters
    Salty Tail ChartersFort Walton Beach, FL
    A group of young anglers proudly displaying their catch of Red Snapper on a catch board at Adventure Marina, Okaloosa Island, FL.
    Fish 1
    Red Snapper
    Jeremy L.
    Jeremy L.
    Captain Tyler had us on fish all day long! Extremely knowledgeable and knows how to catch a hunch of fish? Fantastic Trip!
  • Salty Tail Charters
    Salty Tail ChartersFort Walton Beach, FL
    Multiple reef fish, including red snapper, hanging on a dockside catch board at Okaloosa Island, Florida.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Red Snapper
    Eddie K.
    Eddie K.
    this was an amazing trip. We caught really good fish had a lot of fun. 
  • Salty Tail Charters
    Salty Tail ChartersOkaloosa Island, FL
    Angler proudly displaying a large Grouper while fishing on a boat in open waters.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Gag Grouper
    Leslie G.
    Leslie G.
    Caught some Red Gouper, Snapper, and a few others. The captain was knowledgeable. Overall it was a outing. The crew was great. Definitely recommend.

What's biting with Salty Tail Charters in Fort Walton Beach

Forget the turkey, November is Grouper season. Red, Gag, and Scamp Grouper are all around this time of year. Throw in average temperatures of 60 degrees, and you've got the perfect Thanksgiving destination!

Top catches for November