Meet the Team

The captains of Gulfport Charters have a combined 30+ years of experience fishing the Florida waters and take the time to prepare for each charters to ensure our patrons catch their dream fish!

Click their names beneath the photos to learn more about our guides.


  • Tyler Kapela is the Tarpon King of Tampa and is well known for hooking up multiple fish at simultaneously during his charters. He’s been working the St Petersburg area for 10 years and has been featured on his Discovery Channel show "Discovering Water" and is a member of the Pelagic Pro Fishing Team.

  • Captain Nathan "DJ" Cain is a passionate angler based in St. Petersburg, Florida. He has been fishing these local waters for over 20 years. With his extensive knowledge of the area you are guaranteed a great fishing trip. Whether you're hoping to fill the cooler with Redfish and Trout or you're looking to hook into a trophy Tarpon – he has you covered.

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