Captain
Jon Deloach

Member since December 2018 Hilton Head Island, United States
Background
Captain Jon DeLoach (you can call him "Gumbo!") has more than 20 years of local fishing knowledge and experience when it comes to the waters surrounding Hilton Head Island, SC. He moved to Hilton Head in 1977, and began fishing the north end of the island five years later. He's been reeling in a vast array of saltwater superstars ever since! Capt. Gumbo offers a variety of inshore and offshore trips, in which he loves to educate and entertain every guest, from brand-new fishermen to angling aficionados. He also has some serious bragging rights under his belt – since becoming a charter captain over 14 years ago, Capt. Gumbo has led several winning tournament teams.

Hey, I'm Captain Jon Deloach

Hilton Head Island, United States
Background
Captain Jon DeLoach (you can call him "Gumbo!") has more than 20 years of local fishing knowledge and experience when it comes to the waters surrounding Hilton Head Island, SC. He moved to Hilton Head in 1977, and began fishing the north end of the island five years later. He's been reeling in a vast array of saltwater superstars ever since! Capt. Gumbo offers a variety of inshore and offshore trips, in which he loves to educate and entertain every guest, from brand-new fishermen to angling aficionados. He also has some serious bragging rights under his belt – since becoming a charter captain over 14 years ago, Capt. Gumbo has led several winning tournament teams.
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My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.8 / 5
(239 reviews)
Angler's choice
Hilton Head Island
 Last booking: 3 hours ago
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Trips from US $525

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 239 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (167)
It was a good fishing trip
fun trip! would go again
Knowledgeable captain
+164
Angler rating
200
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
92%
Friendly captain
98%
Recommend this charter
92%
Appropriate for children
96%
Satisfied with the boat
99%
Caught fish
83%
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Paola R. M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great Trip

VERIFIED   3 Hour Trip on March 9, 2026
Captain Jon was fantastic! This trip was for my birthday and it couldnโ€™t have been a better experience for our first fishing...
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Matthew R.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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It was a good fishing trip

VERIFIED   NEW  4 Hour Trip - 1:00 PM on May 20, 2026
We just caught sharks one after another even though thatโ€™s not what we were after, but thatโ€™s just how fishing goes sometimes....
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James W.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great morning fishing!

VERIFIED   NEW  3 Hour Trip on June 5, 2026
Captain was available via text or call for questions prior to the trip. Left dock on time and Captain Gumbo was great with...
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Heather M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Love Captain Jon!

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip on July 17, 2025
We had a fun and relaxing time out on the water! Captain Jon was very nice and knowledgeable. The boat was comfortable for...
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Patrick K.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fun Trip

VERIFIED   NEW  4 Hour Trip - 1:00 PM on May 16, 2026
captain and mate worked hard to put us on Cobia.ย  as luck would have it we caught several sharks- including a big hammer.ย ...
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