8-10 HR Offshore Fishing Adventure
Private Trip
Offshore Fishing
Extended 810 hour offshore fishing charter in Gulf watersTarget red snapper, mahimahi, tuna with expert guidesPrivate charter accommodates single angler with professional service
When you're ready to leave the nearshore crowds behind and get serious about fishing, this extended offshore charter is your ticket to the Gulf's best action. At Ease Fishing Charters runs these 8-10 hour trips specifically for anglers who want to maximize their time on prime fishing grounds. You'll be targeting some of the Gulf's most sought-after species in waters where the big fish live, and with this much time on the water, you're setting yourself up for the kind of fishing day that becomes a story you'll tell for years.
This isn't your typical half-day trip where you're rushing to get lines in the water. With 8-10 hours, we can run out to the deeper structure and spend real time fishing the spots that consistently produce. The day starts early – usually around sunrise – to take advantage of the morning bite and cooler conditions. You'll be fishing in 60-150+ feet of water, depending on what's biting and where the fish are holding. The Gulf changes daily, and our captains read the water, weather, and fish movement to put you on the best spots. Expect to cover some serious ground, from natural bottom structure to artificial reefs, oil rigs, and ledges where gamefish congregate. The extended timeframe means you can fish multiple spots without feeling rushed, and if one area isn't producing, there's plenty of time to relocate and find active fish.
Offshore fishing means adapting your approach based on what you're targeting and where they're feeding. For mahi-mahi, we'll often start with trolling spreads using ballyhoo, diving plugs, and skirted lures to cover water and locate schools. When we mark fish or find floating debris and weed lines, we'll switch to live bait or casting jigs to work the area thoroughly. Bottom fishing for red snapper and triggerfish requires different tactics – heavy sinkers to get your bait down quickly through the current, circle hooks to reduce gut-hooking, and the patience to feel those subtle bites in deeper water. The boat carries a full spread of tackle for different situations, from 20-pound spinning gear for mahi to heavier conventional setups for bottom fishing. You'll learn to read your rod tip, feel the difference between a fish and the bottom, and understand how current affects your presentation. With this much time offshore, you'll get hands-on experience with multiple techniques and really dial in what works in Gulf waters.
Grey Triggerfish are one of the Gulf's most underrated fighters, and they're abundant on the offshore reefs and structure we'll be fishing. These fish have serious attitude – they'll grab your bait with those powerful jaws and make strong runs toward the bottom structure. Triggerfish average 2-4 pounds but don't let the size fool you; they fight way above their weight class and will test your drag. They're curious fish that often travel in schools, so when you find one, there are usually more around. The best part about triggerfish is they're aggressive biters that will hit everything from cut bait to small jigs, making them perfect for newer anglers to build confidence while experienced fishermen appreciate their scrappy nature.
Red Snapper are the crown jewel of Gulf fishing, and our offshore trips put you right in their wheelhouse. These fish live on hard bottom, reefs, and structure in 60+ feet of water, exactly where we'll be spending our day. Snapper are smart – they've seen every bait and lure in the book – but they're also opportunistic feeders that can't resist a well-presented offering. When you hook a good snapper, they'll make a strong initial run and then try to get back to their structure, using their broad body and powerful tail to fight you every inch of the way. Most of our snapper run 3-8 pounds, but bigger fish are always possible on the deeper spots. The key is getting your bait down quickly before the smaller fish grab it, and being ready for that distinctive snapper bite – often just a slight tap followed by steady pressure.
Mahi Mahi bring a completely different energy to offshore fishing – these are the fish that make you appreciate why people get addicted to blue water angling. Mahi are pelagic fish that roam the open Gulf, often relating to floating debris, weed lines, or temperature breaks. When we locate a school, the action can be absolutely electric. These fish are aggressive, acrobatic, and beautiful – their colors literally glow when they're first brought to the boat. Mahi typically range from 5-20 pounds in our area, though bigger bull dolphin are always a possibility. They're also one of the best eating fish in the Gulf, with firm white meat that's perfect for grilling. The challenge with mahi is finding them, but once you do, they're usually willing biters that will hit both trolled lures and live bait. Their aerial displays and long runs make them a favorite among anglers of all skill levels.
This extended offshore adventure gives you the best shot at experiencing what Gulf fishing is really about. You're not just fishing – you're learning to read offshore waters, understanding how different species relate to structure, and getting the kind of time on the water that turns a good day into a great one. The 8-10 hour format means you can fish through different tide changes, try multiple techniques, and really capitalize when you find active fish. Whether you're looking to put meat in the cooler, test your skills against some of the Gulf's top gamefish, or just spend a full day doing what you love, this charter delivers. Book your spot now and get ready for the kind of offshore fishing that reminds you why you fell in love with the sport in the first place.
Balistes CapriscusThese greyish fish with tough, leather-like skin average around 17 inches but can reach up to 24 inches and 13 pounds. You'll find them around hard bottom structure, reefs, and ledges in 30-180 feet of water throughout the Gulf. They're curious fighters with sharp teeth that'll nip at your bait before committing - unlike snapper that hit hard right away. Grey triggerfish are great table fare and fun to catch year-round, though they're most active in warmer months. Here's a local trick: drop your bait near feeding snapper or grouper, then watch these greedy fish charge in to steal it. Use squid chunks and heavy sinkers to get down to them, then reel fast when you feel that first nibble. They'll wedge into structure if given the chance, so keep steady pressure on them.
Coryphaena HippurusMahi mahi are pure eye candy - brilliant gold and green colors that change like a light show when you bring them boatside. These surface dwellers average 15-29 pounds but can get much bigger. Look for them around floating debris, weed lines, and current edges in blue water, usually spring through fall when water temps warm up. They're aggressive fighters that'll jump and make long runs, plus they're some of the best eating fish out there - firm, white, sweet meat. Mahi often travel in schools, so when you hook one, keep lines in the water. Here's what works: troll ballyhoo or artificial lures along weed lines and make them skip on the surface like flying fish. Once you find floating sargassum or debris, work it thoroughly - that's mahi paradise right there.
Lutjanus CampechanusRed snapper are the crown jewel of Gulf fishing - these bright red beauties average 1-2 feet and under 10 pounds, but can grow much larger. They live around hard bottom structure, artificial reefs, and oil rigs in 30-200+ feet of water. Season runs June through July typically, and they're absolute fighters that'll head straight for cover when hooked. The meat is sweet and flaky - some of the best eating fish in the Gulf. These bottom dwellers have sharp teeth and strong jaws, so use circle hooks and heavy tackle. Local tip: use fresh cigar minnows or live pinfish, and keep your bait right on the bottom. When you feel that thump, don't jerk - let the circle hook do its job. They'll test your drag and try to cut your line on structure, so be ready for a battle.
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