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
145
Reviews
63
Fishing Reports
Verified

My Charter Listing

Clearwater Beach Fishing Charter

Federally permitted
Excellent
4.9 / 5
(145 reviews)
Angler's choice
Belleair Bluffs
 Last booking: 6 days ago
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Trips from US $375

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 145 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (396)
Amazing trip
CAPTION GARY IS A FISH WISPER
CAPTION GARY IS A FISH WISPER
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
95%
Friendly captain
99%
Recommend this charter
99%
Appropriate for children
89%
Satisfied with the boat
97%
Caught fish
95%
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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

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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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David F.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Amazing trip

VERIFIED   NEW  4 hr Trip -OFFSHORE/NEARSHORE on September 7, 2025
Great birthday trip for my teenage son. We caught tons of fish in a short amount of time.
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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

Another successful trip

VERIFIED   8 Hour Trip - BIGGER FISH! on May 3, 2025
Capt. Gary and crew delivered on another excellent day of fishing. We caught plenty of fish for dinner and were able to bring...
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Brian T.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Knowledgeable Captain, 50 mile offshore run

VERIFIED   8 Hour Trip - BIGGER FISH! on July 19, 2025
Captain put us where the fish were hitting and provided us with knowledge and advice on different tackle and fish species....
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