Captain
Derek Morris

Member since November 2018 Clearwater, United States
Background
Having been fishing for over 13 years, Derek Morris decided in 2013 to turn his passion into a profession, and has been a USCG-licensed captain ever since. Capt. Derek still fishes for fun, and takes part in tournaments - favoring to go after Groupers. However, he feels his most important duty is to the customer, making sure that they have a good time on board.

Hey, I'm Captain Derek Morris

Clearwater, United States
Background
Having been fishing for over 13 years, Derek Morris decided in 2013 to turn his passion into a profession, and has been a USCG-licensed captain ever since. Capt. Derek still fishes for fun, and takes part in tournaments - favoring to go after Groupers. However, he feels his most important duty is to the customer, making sure that they have a good time on board.

My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(134 reviews)
Clearwater
Trips from US $800

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 134 reviews
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (170)
This is the best fishing captain and first mate.
Great trip!
Great trip!
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
98%
Friendly captain
98%
Recommend this charter
99%
Appropriate for children
95%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
98%
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William E.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great Fishing Trip

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on December 27, 2025
Outstanding experience with High Tides Charters and Captain Derek! From start to finish, our trip with High Tides Charters...
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Aaron K.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great Time With Great people!!!!!

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip on November 8, 2025
โญโญโญโญโญ Amazing Fishing Trip! This trip was absolutely amazing! We booked a six-hour charter and made every minute...
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Stephen B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

This is the best fishing captain and first mate.

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip on May 15, 2026
Capt.Derrick and mate were very on point with there operation today.They put us on the fish we caught 67 fish but had to get...
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Timothy Y.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great Crew and Boat

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on January 17, 2026
I booked this charter after my usual canceled. This crew is very friendly, helpful, and patient. We caught lots of fish! I...
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John S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

A+ fishing trip

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip on January 2, 2026
Caught a lot of fish. Captain Derek and crew did an excellent job of giving us a trip to remember for a long time.ย  Would...
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