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
146
Reviews
62
Fishing Reports
Verified

My Charter Listing

Clearwater Beach Fishing Charter

Federally permitted
Excellent
4.9 / 5
(146 reviews)
Angler's choice
Belleair Bluffs
 3 bookings in the past week.
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Trips from US $375

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 146 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (400)
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great captain and mate
great captain and mate
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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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Ron K.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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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!...
Ron K. recommends Clearwater Beach Fishing Charter
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David F.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Amazing trip

VERIFIED   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.
David F. recommends Clearwater Beach Fishing Charter
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Travis W.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Awesome captain

VERIFIED   8 Hour Trip - BIGGER FISH! on June 19, 2025
Awesome captain, caught a bunch of fish, awesome great trip, highly recommend
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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
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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...
Jeff S. recommends Clearwater Beach Fishing Charter
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Kurt D.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Another Great Day With Captain Gary

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip - QUICK TRIP OFFSHORE! on April 1, 2025
Captain Gary was able to put us on some great fish.ย  Second year in a row with some young fishermen on board and Captain Gary...
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