CAPTAIN SI NELSON AKA “CAPTAIN STACHE”

Captain Si Nelson, better known around the docks as “Captain Stache,” is a true legend in Destin, Florida’s fishing scene. With over 20 years of experience guiding anglers on inshore charters, he’s the kind of captain who turns a day on the water into a story you’ll tell for years.

He is deeply ingrained in the Destin community and knows all the best captains. Through his network of guides, we ensure you get the best fishing guide for the trip you are after. Most of the offshore fishing charters are guided by some of his best friends.

Whether you’re chasing redfish in the shallows or going deep for amberjack, mahi mahi, grouper, tuna, or sharks, Captain Si knows exactly where to go, when to go, and what bait gets the bite. His specialty? Putting clients on hard-fighting redfish—a reputation that keeps locals and tourists alike booking year after year.

During the offseason, he captains large supply vessels servicing oil rigs in the Gulf of Mexico, bringing the same steady hand and sharp instincts that make him one of the most trusted charter captains on the Emerald Coast.

Oh — and in case you were wondering — he’s never been skunked. Ever. That’s right: not once in two decades of charters has a single client walked away without catching fish. It’s a bold claim, but Captain Stache backs it up trip after trip.

With his iconic mustache, encyclopedic knowledge of the Gulf, and unmatched record of success, Captain Si Nelson is the guy you want at the helm for your next fishing adventure.