HIGH TIDE Saltwater Charters offers a deep-sea fishing experience on the Gulf of Mexico, guided by the highly skilled Captain Derek Morris. With over a decade of local experience navigating these coastal waters, Captain Derek focuses on delivering a safe, productive, and memorable day for anglers of all experience levels. Guests fish aboard a tough, fast 35-foot Custom Crusader sportfishing boat powered by a 380 HP Cummins diesel engine, earning it a reputation as one of the speediest vessels in the harbor. Built specifically to handle the open Gulf waters, the boat accommodates up to six passengers with excellent amenities, including a comfortable inside lunch booth, resting bunks, and a private onboard bathroom.
The charter specializes in both action-packed nearshore and deep offshore fishing excursions, running trips that range from quick 4 hour half-day trips to up to 6 hour 3/4 day trips. Depending on the season and trip length, Captain Derek utilizes a mix of trolling, heavy tackle, and bottom fishing techniques to target a diverse array of prized Gulf species. Anglers can expect to hook into hard-fighting surface fish like King Mackerel (Kingfish), Barracuda, Spanish Mackerel, and Amberjack, or drop lines over natural reefs and shipwrecks for bottom dwellers like Mangrove Snapper, Lane Snapper, Hogfish, and Gag Grouper. Every excursion is fully equipped with high-quality Daiwa rods, reels, tackle, and live bait, and the first mate is on hand to assist throughout the day.
Conveniently located at the heart of the action, HIGH TIDE Saltwater Charters operates directly out of Clearwater Beach Municipal Marina. This premier, central location allows for fast access to the open ocean, meaning less travel time and more time with lines in the water. To make your day completely hassle-free, your booking covers all necessary state fishing licenses, lures, and ice boxes for your food and drinks. At the end of a day on the water, the crew provides professional fish cleaning and filleting services free of charge, ensuring your fresh catch is perfectly bagged and ready to head straight to a local "cook-your-catch" restaurant or your home kitchen.