Brent Player
Brent Player
us
South Carolina, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified

Weather was not in our favor !!!

8 hr5 adults

It was rainy , windy and rough seas but they pushed through and put us on the fish. Mahi Mahi and Vermillion Snapper. Thanks again for what I know was a difficult trip weather and grass fought us the entire time.

Reported Catch
Vermilion Snapper
Vermilion Snapper
Response from Captain

thank you for being some Troopers! I think I only seen one person hanging their head over the rail thanks again. hopefully see y'all soon. yeah I'm good

The Great Escape II
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US $1,600

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The Great Escape II
Federally permitted
4.8
(79)
58 ft
Group size 1 - 6
1 - 6
Fish 1
Fish 2
+7
4 hour trip • 6 persons
US $1,600

Rating

4.8
79 reviews
4.8
Boat & Equipment
4.9
Captain & Crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

What anglers say

  • 90%
    Great experience
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    Friendly captain
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    Good boat
  • 96%
    Recommended
  • 100%
    Caught fish

All reviews (79)

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  • Branden Sneed
    Branden Sneed
    Repeat angler
    us
    Indiana, US
    Member since 2025
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Amazing time!

    6 Hour – Offshore Bottom - 6:00 AM6 adults2 children

    Captain's Jason and Bill were absolutely great. Captain Jason kept us on the fish and his boat was more than perect for the 6 in my family. Spacious and accommodating. Captain Bill was non stop there to lend a hand, baiting, rigging and ensuring that no time was wasted keeping lines in the water. We caught several species of fish and all 6 of us agreed that this booking was A+ from beginning to end. Highly recommend to anyone wanting a quality trip out. Will be back next year. Thanks guys!

    Reported Catch
    Red Snapper
    Gray Triggerfish
    Vermilion Snapper
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Response from Captain

    Thank you so much for the incredible review, Branden! It was a pleasure having you and your family aboard. We truly appreciate your kind words about both Captain Jason and Captain Bill. Our goal is always to keep everyone on the fish while making sure the day is fun, comfortable, and stress-free from start to finish. We're thrilled you all had such a great experience, and we can't wait to welcome you back next year. Thanks again for choosing The Great Escape II—tight lines until next time! 🎣🐟

  • Maurice Contreras
    Maurice Contreras
    Repeat angler
    us
    Georgia, US
    Member since 2024
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Fantastic Fishing Trip with The Great Escape!

    5 Hour – bottom Fishing4 adults

    We had an amazing experience with The Great Escape! The crew was professional, fun, and made sure everyone had a great time — especially since we were celebrating our son’s birthday. First mate JT was on it and knew what needed to be done. We caught plenty of fish, including Cobia and Vermillion Snapper, and even landed the largest Cobia in the October Fishing Rodeo! It was an unforgettable day on the water filled with excitement, laughs, and great memories. Highly recommend The Great Escape for anyone looking for an incredible fishing adventure! If you want to catch lots of fish to take home and eat, book with The Great Escape.

    Reported Catch
    Vermilion Snapper
    Gray Triggerfish
  • Keith Hess
    Keith Hess
    Repeat angler
    us
    Pennsylvania, US
    Member since 2021
    6 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    great experiance

    Morning 6 hour offshore bottom3 adults

    capt jason and deck hand capt bill were outstanding. they put us on the fish at our very first stop we immediately start getting hooked up and bringing in fish to keep. we caught our limit onred minnies, caught several red grouper, only one keeper. also caught several trigger fish and 2 keepers. the boat was smooth in very rough seas. would deffinatly do it again with them given the chance

    Response from Captain

    We truly appreciate the 5 stars! We are glad you had a great experience ☺️🎣 Looking forward to seeing you again, and we’ll take great care of anyone you send our way!!

  • Scott Laux
    Scott Laux
    us
    Tennessee, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Wonderful experience!!!

    Morning 6 hour offshore bottom4 adults

    What a spectacular time!! Caught some (actually, an impressive haul) of amazing fish; red, black and vermilion snapper, red grouper, mackerel, and bonito. Captain Jason, and first mate, Alto were the best! Great time and great memories made with our grandson with his best bud!! Learned a lot and look forward to booking another adventure!!

    Response from Captain

    thank you guys for fishing with us we really enjoyed having y'all on the boat hope to see y'all soon

  • Brent Player
    Brent Player
    us
    South Carolina, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Weather was not in our favor !!!

    8 hr5 adults

    It was rainy , windy and rough seas but they pushed through and put us on the fish. Mahi Mahi and Vermillion Snapper. Thanks again for what I know was a difficult trip weather and grass fought us the entire time.

    Reported Catch
    Vermilion Snapper
    Response from Captain

    thank you for being some Troopers! I think I only seen one person hanging their head over the rail thanks again. hopefully see y'all soon. yeah I'm good