Wes Ivy
Captain

Wes Ivy

Niceville, United States
Veteran owned
Angler's choice
100+ reviews
I've fished the Emerald Coast for many years and still get excited every time I go out and nothing gets me more exicted than putting you on the fish. If we're bottom fishing or just cruising the coast trolling and watching dolphins, you will have a great time with High Flying Saltwater Charters.

Charter

Rating

4.9
114 reviews
4.9
Boat & Equipment
5.0
Captain & Crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

What anglers say

97%
Good experience
99%
Friendly captain
99%
Recommend this charter
97%
Appropriate for children
99%
Satisfied with the boat
96%
Caught fish

All reviews (114)

Showing 15 of 114 reviews
  • Aaron Tolleson
    Aaron Tolleson
    us
    Arkansas, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Excellent and Fun Trip!

    4hr Offshore3 adults

    We’ve done the party boat trips before but we really didnt want a crowded boat this time. Captain Wes is very affordable for a private trip! The bite was slow today and he did warn us that the fish weren’t biting like they normally do, but we all still caught fish and it was a blast! I would absolutely recommend him to anybody else looking for smaller private trips that wont break the bank! I will be reaching out to him next time we come down for vacation to go again!

    Reported catch:
    Mangrove Snapper
    Response from Captain

    i had a great time. Hopefully next trip the fish bite will be hotter instead of the temperature

  • Bill Bates
    Bill Bates
    Repeat angler
    us
    Arizona, US
    Member since 2022
    37 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Pinch Hitter

    4hr Offshore1 adult

    Captain Wes Ivy was unavailable, so Captain Wayne Alexander from Just Add Water Charters in Niceville stepped in. I told Wayne I hoped for action and variety. Action? Check, 19 fish. Variety? Check, 4 red snappers, 8 vermilion snappers, 4 gray triggerfish, 1 scamp, 1 grunt, and 1 sand perch. We fished out in the Gulf of America/Mexico. I would recommend both High-Flying Saltwater Charters and Just Add Water Charters.

    Response from Captain

    thank you for the review. hopefully next trip will be out with me

  • SCOTT WHEELER
    SCOTT WHEELER
    us
    Ohio, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified
    NEW

    Awesome trip and a even better Captain

    new trip2 adults

    Wes had us on fish right from the start, and we would actually leave biting fish to catch bigger ones. I was able to knock a few fish off of my list I'd never caught before. We had a superb trip and would recommend Wes to anyone.

    Reported catch:
    Vermilion Snapper
    Red Snapper
    Gray Triggerfish
    Amberjack
    Response from Captain

    i’m really glad you guys enjoyed your trip. Hopefully I’ll see you guys again next year.

  • Mindy Pitts
    Mindy Pitts
    us
    Florida, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Kid friendly

    2 hr kid fishing or dolphin tour - 5:00 PM4 adults3 children

    This was a wonderful trip and my 3 children from 2 years old to 11 years old had so much fun. They loved learning how to fish and caught about 20 fish. My little one and I enjoyed the boat ride and dolphins! I think people of all ages and experiences would enjoy a trip out on Captain Wes's boat. 2 hours went by fast so you might want to book longer times. My kids can't wait to go back.

    Response from Captain

    Thank you and i hope i can take yall out again one day

  • Crissy Straub
    Crissy Straub
    Repeat angler
    us
    Oklahoma, US
    Member since 2025
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Family Fishing Trip

    4hr Offshore5 adults2 children

    Both Wes and Stephen were great captains. There were 6 of us with the youngest being 3yrd. They put us on fish at the first spot. We caught enough vemillion snapper to have a good meal. Then they took us to another spot and caught some bigger fish. Their boat was clean and comfortable. The kids loved the boat ride and catching fish. They tried to cater to what our expectations were. Captain Wes communication was great. We had such a great time. If we come back we will definitely use this charter again.

    Reported catch:
    Vermilion Snapper
    Response from Captain

    thank you. I enjoyed hanging out with you and your family and I look forward to seeing you guys again.

Real catches shared by our community

  • High Flying Saltwater Charters
    High Flying Saltwater ChartersNiceville, FL
    If its your first time in the GULF OF AMERICA this is ur charter
    Jaydn B.
    Jaydn B.
  • High Flying Saltwater Charters
    High Flying Saltwater ChartersNiceville, FL
    Excellent and Fun Trip!
    Aaron T.
    Aaron T.
  • High Flying Saltwater Charters
    High Flying Saltwater ChartersNiceville, FL
    Great Trip!
    Alexis K.
    Alexis K.
  • High Flying Saltwater Charters
    High Flying Saltwater ChartersNiceville, FL
    Lots of Fish
    Mark S.
    Mark S.
  • High Flying Saltwater Charters
    High Flying Saltwater ChartersNiceville, FL
    BEST TRIP EVER
    Colby C.
    Colby C.
  • High Flying Saltwater Charters
    High Flying Saltwater ChartersNiceville, FL
    Great Fishing
    Elsie M.
    Elsie M.
  • High Flying Saltwater Charters
    High Flying Saltwater ChartersNiceville, FL
    Great Pinch Hitter
    Bill B.
    Bill B.
  • High Flying Saltwater Charters
    High Flying Saltwater ChartersNiceville, FL
    We hauled them in like St. Peter
    Michael S.
    Michael S.
  • High Flying Saltwater Charters
    High Flying Saltwater ChartersNiceville, FL
    Fishing around the weather.
    Dusty M.
    Dusty M.
  • High Flying Saltwater Charters
    High Flying Saltwater ChartersNiceville, FL
    Triggerfish
    Wayne K.
    Wayne K.

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