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
144
Reviews
61
Fishing Reports
Verified

My Charter Listing

Clearwater Beach Fishing Charter

Federally permitted
Excellent
4.9 / 5
(144 reviews)
Angler's choice
Belleair Bluffs
 Last booking: 2 days ago
 Instant Confirmation
Trips from US $375

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 144 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
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CAPTION GARY IS A FISH WISPER
CAPTION GARY IS A FISH WISPER
CAPTION GARY IS A FISH WISPER
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Angler rating
135
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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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Heather D.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fishing with Gary

VERIFIED   NEW  4 hr Trip -OFFSHORE/NEARSHOR (copy) on August 3, 2025
Heather D. recommends Clearwater Beach Fishing Charter
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Paige G.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great day with lots of ๐ŸŸ

VERIFIED   8 Hour Trip - BIGGER FISH! on December 31, 2024
Gary and Aiden were amazing.ย  Gary kept us on fish and Aiden was a great crew, keeping our hooks baited and both were good...
Paige G. recommends Clearwater Beach Fishing Charter
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Adam B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Six hour trip

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip - BIG FISH! on June 9, 2025
Gary is a great Captain and got us on fish!
Adam B. recommends Clearwater Beach Fishing Charter
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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 3

VERIFIED   8 Hour Trip - BIGGER FISH! on May 6, 2025
Big fish or gome home.ย  Capt Gary delivered
Jeff S. recommends Clearwater Beach Fishing Charter
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Michael D.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fun fast fish

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip - QUICK TRIP OFFSHORE! on March 26, 2025
Great weather. Lots of fish. Fun ride.
Michael D. recommends Clearwater Beach Fishing Charter
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