Captain
Colin O’brien

Member since December 2022 Pensacola, United States
Background
With over 13 years of experience, Capt. Colin is prepared to show you the best of these waters. Since he was a little boy, he dreamed that he'd become a licensed charter captain, and through his dedication and passion, he made that dream a reality. Among his favorite fish to target are big Redfish and Trout. He caters to anglers of all levels, whether new or professionals, and also welcomes kids!
Techniques
I love fishing artificial lures! Big reds, shallow water on lures is what I specialize in.

Hey, I'm Captain Colin O’brien

Pensacola, United States
Background
With over 13 years of experience, Capt. Colin is prepared to show you the best of these waters. Since he was a little boy, he dreamed that he'd become a licensed charter captain, and through his dedication and passion, he made that dream a reality. Among his favorite fish to target are big Redfish and Trout. He caters to anglers of all levels, whether new or professionals, and also welcomes kids!
Techniques
I love fishing artificial lures! Big reds, shallow water on lures is what I specialize in.
Anglers Choice
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My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(38 reviews)
Angler's choice
Pensacola
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Trips from US $375

Fishing Reports

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 38 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (69)
so fun!
Relaxing
Relaxing
+66
Angler rating
35
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
95%
Friendly captain
95%
Recommend this charter
97%
Appropriate for children
95%
Satisfied with the boat
95%
Caught fish
100%
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Michael B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Colin was awesome!!!

VERIFIED   2 hour inshore P.M. on July 4, 2026
My wife didn’t want to go out to deep sea for half a day so we booked the 2 hour trip with captain Colin. He is one cool...
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Phillip K.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Started rainy & slow but ramped up nicely

VERIFIED   4 Hour Inshore Trip (PM) on June 20, 2026
capt collin put us on some fish right away. but a big storm blew in so we sat for what seemed like an eternity under a big...
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Joel L.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Father and daughter trip

VERIFIED   4 Hour Inshore Trip (AM) on July 2, 2026
All together, I think we caught about 30 fish. Got a couple of keepers, not all were the biggest, but it was very fun. My daughter...
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Julie B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

We had a great time and can’t wait to get back!

VERIFIED   2 hour inshore trip A.M. on June 12, 2026
We decided last minute to book an inshore fishing trip and we’re so excited that we were able to book with Fin Addicts. From...
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Josh P.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great Bay Fishing!

VERIFIED   2 hour inshore trip A.M. on May 26, 2026
Had a great time with Capt. Colin. caught several different species of fish and landed a few good keepers. The kids loved it...
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