Inshore Fishing Trip
Starting at $650 • All Ages • 3–5 Hours
Target redfish, trout, flounder, sheephead, black drum and more right out of the bay.
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30A Bay Guide Service
Private Fishing Charters on 30A & South Walton
An unforgettable fishing experience tailored to your group, guided by Captain Marvin.
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All Ages • 3–5 Hours • Private charter
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Fishing 30A with a Local Who Knows the Water
When you book a fishing charter with Captain Marvin at 30A Bay Guide Service, you are booking an incredible experience tailored to your fishing story. Every second on the water is designed to be fun, safe, memorable, and filled with plenty of great catches.
Our private 30A fishing charters explore the bays and coastal waters around Santa Rosa Beach, South Walton, and Panama City Beach. Beginners, experienced anglers, and families with young children are all welcome.
Depending on the season, we target Redfish, Bluefish, Speckled Trout, Black Drum, Sheep's Head, Flounder, Tarpon, and Mackerel. The specific trip page covers our inshore fishing options in detail, while Captain Marvin can also arrange a custom day on the water.
Rods, reels, bait & tackle Fishing licenses included Patient help for every skill level
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USCG licensed20+ years on local water
Meet your captain
Captain Marvin Glasgow
A steady hand, a local eye, and a day built around the people stepping onto his boat.
Captain Marvin has been a USCG licensed captain for more than 20 years and has spent more than 20 years fishing the waters of Northwest Florida. That experience means knowing where to fish as conditions change—and knowing how to make the day relaxed and rewarding for first-timers, children, and lifelong anglers alike.
Local knowledgeChoctawhatchee Bay, West Bay, and the waters around 30A.
Your private tripNo shared charter; the boat and Captain Marvin’s attention are yours.
Meet your boat
22′ Cape Horn
The 30A Bay Guide Service boat gives clients a comfortable, clean, and safe place to relax while enjoying a bay fishing experience. The Cape Horn is well known for its comfort and seaworthiness, exceeds USCG safety standards, and carries top-of-the-line equipment that is re-rigged for every trip.
Safety firstUSCG-ready equipmentPremium gearRe-rigged every tripPrivate comfortSpace for your group
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Our Fishing Trips
We offer a range of different fishing trips, and Captain Marvin can always help arrange a custom trip.
Kids Fishing Trip
Starting at $500 • All Ages • 2 Hours
A patient, fun first fishing experience built for young anglers and the whole family.
Tarpon Fishing Trip
Starting at $1200 • June–July Only
An offshore seasonal trip for anglers who want to push the limits and catch a true big-game trophy.
Shark Fishing Adventure
Starting at $750 • July–October Only
Family-friendly shark fishing for sharks, ladyfish, Spanish mackerel and other seasonal species.
Custom trips are available.
Book with confidence
Professional from the first call to the final cast.
A private, well-equipped fishing charter led by a licensed local captain who keeps the day focused on your group.
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Real feedback from families and anglers who fish with Captain Marvin.
Private charter
Your group gets the boat, the guide, and the full experience—no shared trips.
Licensed & insured
USCG licensed, safety focused, and equipped for peace of mind on the water.
Real days on the water
See What Our Customers Say
Happy anglers share what it is like to fish with Captain Marvin at 30A Bay Guide Service.
“We have been fishing with Marvin for the past three years and he always makes sure to put us on fish. We always have an awesome time.”
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Brittany Stepp
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“Awesome time with Captain Marvin! He put my 6-year-old son on the fish within 10 minutes of leaving the dock.”
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bmorto3
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“Best fishing experience I have had in a while. Captain Marvin was very helpful with my kids and made sure they caught fish.”
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Sarah Van Trump
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“Second time I have hired Captain Marvin for our annual 30A trip and he does not disappoint. The boat is always clean and well equipped.”
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Christopher Morales
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“Many thanks to Captain Marvin for getting my family of four out on the water and on the fish. He was patient with my two young anglers.”
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David Duncan
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South Walton and beyond
Our Locations
We fish out of three great locations in South Walton.
Before your trip
Good to know.
Straight answers to the questions guests ask Captain Marvin most.
Is this a private fishing charter?
Yes. Every trip is reserved exclusively for your group, so you will never share the boat with strangers. Captain Marvin can shape the pace of the day around your family, experience level, and fishing goals.
What trips do you recommend for first-timers?
The two-hour Kids Fishing Trip is an easy, relaxed introduction for young anglers and families. For more time on the water and a wider range of fishing opportunities, choose a three- to five-hour Inshore Fishing Trip.
What’s included on the trip?
Your charter includes rods, reels, bait, tackle, safety equipment, and the fishing licenses required for the trip. Captain Marvin also provides patient, hands-on help for beginners and young anglers.
What should we bring?
Bring sunglasses, sunscreen, a hat, weather-appropriate clothing, non-slip shoes, drinks and snacks, and any personal medication you may need. A light layer is useful for early departures, even on warm days.
Real days on the water
Good fish.
Better memories.
Recent catches, family firsts, and the moments guests take home from their private 30A fishing charter.
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