Captain
Gil Coombes

Member since May 2021 Fort Pierce, United States
Background
I started as a mate on head boats when I was 14 years old fishing the Northern Canyons of Delaware and Maryland and even worked the offshore waters of the Carolinas. Now for almost 20 years I’ve been fishing the waters of Florida, primarily Fort Pierce and Stuart running charters and providing clients the best experience ever when it comes to offshore fishing. I have fished tournament circuits, however there is nothing like having clients onboard catching a “ bucket list” fish on your boat. I love to hear the scream of reels and work my hardest to put fish on the boat and provide clients an enjoyable day on the water. Come fish with one of the Top Captains in Fort Pierce. I promise you will not regret it as we give 110% from the time we leave the dock until we return back to port safely.
Techniques
Trolling is by far our favorite method of fishing as their is nothing more exhilarating then watching a fish hit a bait at full speed and ripping off 300 yards of line. Plus we cover more ground to find more fish We also live bait for some species as when fish are at the utmost finicky of hitting trolled baits We also site cast to fish holding on floating objects such as weed lines and to those just up cruising the surface.

Hey, I'm Captain Gil Coombes

Fort Pierce, United States
Background
I started as a mate on head boats when I was 14 years old fishing the Northern Canyons of Delaware and Maryland and even worked the offshore waters of the Carolinas. Now for almost 20 years I’ve been fishing the waters of Florida, primarily Fort Pierce and Stuart running charters and providing clients the best experience ever when it comes to offshore fishing. I have fished tournament circuits, however there is nothing like having clients onboard catching a “ bucket list” fish on your boat. I love to hear the scream of reels and work my hardest to put fish on the boat and provide clients an enjoyable day on the water. Come fish with one of the Top Captains in Fort Pierce. I promise you will not regret it as we give 110% from the time we leave the dock until we return back to port safely.
Techniques
Trolling is by far our favorite method of fishing as their is nothing more exhilarating then watching a fish hit a bait at full speed and ripping off 300 yards of line. Plus we cover more ground to find more fish We also live bait for some species as when fish are at the utmost finicky of hitting trolled baits We also site cast to fish holding on floating objects such as weed lines and to those just up cruising the surface.
Our Team
Gil C.
Captain
Hunter C.
First mate

My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.8 / 5
(69 reviews)
Fort Pierce
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Trips from US $1,700

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 69 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (123)
Great experience with Capt Gil and Hunter (First Mate)
Wonderful Time
Expirenced  fisherman's
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
93%
Friendly captain
98%
Recommend this charter
96%
Appropriate for children
83%
Satisfied with the boat
95%
Caught fish
94%
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Kyle H.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great Trip! Highly Recommended

VERIFIED   Full Day Offshore on April 4, 2023
Capt and mate put a lot of effort in to get us on fish. Unfortunately the trolling didnโ€™t produce but they switched gears...
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James A.
Mitchell, SD
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Remarkable & Unforgettable Experience on the Apex Predator

VERIFIED   Half day trolling on August 29, 2021
Captain Gill immediately responded to my request to book a charter through Apex Predator and even went as far as rescheduling...
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Willard D. J.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Expirenced fisherman's

VERIFIED   Extended Full Day Trip on May 29, 2024
My family and I had a great time . The captain and first mate made sure to put us on some fish. I would recommend this charter.
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Scott B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great Day on the Water

VERIFIED   Half day trolling on November 24, 2023
Caught a variety of fish from a huge skipjack, blackfin tuna, mai-mai and WaHoo. Captain Gill and Hunter did a fantastic job,...
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Aaron H.
Orlando, Florida
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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June fishing trip

Full Day Offshore on June 2, 2023
I would book another charter with the Apex. The captain and crew know what theyโ€™re doing and stay consistent and will constantly...
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