Captain
Gary Huggins

Member since February 2020 Belleair Bluffs, United States
Background
Captain Gary’s father was one of Florida’s early Billfishing Captains out of Pensacola Beach and Islamorada. Capt. Gary was out catching Marlins while other kids were skateboarding! After graduating from college, he found himself in Texas and continued to offshore fish on the Texas and Louisiana Coasts. He currently captains the “Reel Bliss”, a 29’ Everglades out of Clearwater Beach. Everything necessary for making your offshore fishing trip a success is provided, including a USCG licensed experienced Captain and top-notch gear. Everyone from the novice first-timer to the seasoned pro is welcome aboard!
Techniques
Bottom Fishing with Live Bait and Trolling

Hey, I'm Captain Gary Huggins

Belleair Bluffs, United States
Background
Captain Gary’s father was one of Florida’s early Billfishing Captains out of Pensacola Beach and Islamorada. Capt. Gary was out catching Marlins while other kids were skateboarding! After graduating from college, he found himself in Texas and continued to offshore fish on the Texas and Louisiana Coasts. He currently captains the “Reel Bliss”, a 29’ Everglades out of Clearwater Beach. Everything necessary for making your offshore fishing trip a success is provided, including a USCG licensed experienced Captain and top-notch gear. Everyone from the novice first-timer to the seasoned pro is welcome aboard!
Techniques
Bottom Fishing with Live Bait and Trolling
Anglers Choice
137
Reviews
57
Fishing Reports
Verified

My Charter Listing

Clearwater Beach Fishing Charter

Federally permitted
Excellent
4.9 / 5
(137 reviews)
Angler's choice
Belleair Bluffs
 Last booking: 5 days ago
 Instant Confirmation
Trips from US $375

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 137 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (376)
Most relaxing and nonstop action I have ever been on!
Most relaxing and nonstop action I have ever been on!
Most relaxing and nonstop action I have ever been on!
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Angler rating
129
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
95%
Friendly captain
99%
Recommend this charter
99%
Appropriate for children
90%
Satisfied with the boat
97%
Caught fish
95%
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Martin G.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

July fishing trip

VERIFIED   NEW  8 Hour Trip - BIGGER FISH! on July 6, 2025
We had a great time with Captain Gary today.ย  He put us on some good sized fish as promised. I will definitely book him for...
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JERRY L.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great trip had a great time

VERIFIED   NEW  8 Hour โ€“ Snapper Special on June 25, 2025
Everything about this trip was great time. Captain was funny and very helpful. Would recommend this to anyone wanting to have...
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Amy G.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Captain Gary was Great

VERIFIED   8 Hour Trip - BIGGER FISH! on June 6, 2025
Our original trip was supposed to be on Thursday but Captain Gary was watching the weather and it as going to be a rough trip...
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Jeff S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Day 2

VERIFIED   8 Hour Trip - BIGGER FISH! on May 7, 2025
Beautifial weather and LOTS of Fish.ย  We had to release 75% of the fish that were just a HAIR short of the slot.ย  We have...
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Ron K.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

A great day on the water!

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip - BIG FISH! on April 26, 2025
We had a great trip with Captain Gary! He was very informative and got us on some nice fish! A great trip for the whole family!...
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