Destin Fishing Charters

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4.9 / 5
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4.9 / 5
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Destin
Trips from US $585
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Trips from US $900
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5.0 / 5
(13 reviews)
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Trips from US $1,250
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4.9 / 5
(113 reviews)
Destin
Trips from US $690

Frequently Asked Questions about Fishing Charters in Destin

According to customer reviews, some of the most popular fishing charters in Destin, Florida are: Full list of top fishing charters in Destin

The average price for a private 4 hour Destin fishing trip is US $988, while an 8 hour private trip will cost you US $1,914 based on prices on FishingBooker.com.

Fishing charters in Destin that received great reviews from families are:

The top 3 fish species targeted on guided fishing trips in Destin are:

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The top 3 types of fishing in Destin are:

Many fishing charters in Destin provide rods, reels and tackle. Some of the top rated are:

According to customer reviews on FishingBooker.com, some of the best rated charter captains in Destin are:

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Some of the fishing trips offered by fishing charters in Destin are:
  • 2-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $500
  • 3-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $548
  • 4-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $842
  • 5-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $1,095
  • 6-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $1,288
  • 8-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $1,699
  • 10-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $2,375
  • 12-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $3,000

Fishing in Destin

The “Luckiest Fishing Village in the World” speaks for itself. Anglers from all over the world come to sample the delights of Destin’s fishing charters and to take on some of the most sought-after game fish in the world. From the shallow inshore waters of the Choctawhatchee Bay to the deep waters of the Gulf of Mexico, the opportunities are endless!
 
Depending on the time of year you visit, you could sink your hook into delicious creatures such as Flounder, Sheepshead, Triggerfish, or Seatrout, along with tough-fighting Redfish, Jack Crevalle, and even Tarpon. And that’s just inshore!
 
Head to the deeper waters of the Gulf, and you can try bottom fishing for dinner, or troll the open waters for some true monsters. Mackerel, Cobia, Amberjack, Groupers, and Red Snapper are some of the prizes you’ll find nearshore. Meanwhile, Wahoo, Mahi Mahi, Tuna, Sailfish, Marlin, and even Mako Sharks await in the deep. 
 
With so much fishing on offer, it’s no surprise that there’s a range of trips to choose from. Bring the whole family along and explore the calm waters inshore for as little as a couple of hours. Popular options include 3/4 day trips and full day trips, while some of the most enthusiastic fishermen enjoy spending up to a few days on a boat, making the most of these productive waters. 
 

Rules & Regulations

Aboard a Destin fishing charter, not only will your license be covered, but you’ll also have the knowledge of a true professional captain. As well as taking you to the sweet spots, they’ll also make sure that you’re fishing within the law when it comes to seasons and limits. 
Destin
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Based on 28654 reviews by FishingBooker anglers

Destin Fishing Seasons

January

The weather may be a bit colder, but the fishing can be red hot. Head offshore to battle it out with a range of Snappers, or hit the bays and get your fill of delicious Redfish and Trout to take home. 

February

It's still a little cold for the pelagics to pass by, but there's plenty of options on the reefs and in the bays. Try bottom fishing wherever you go and land anything from Trout and Redfish to Snapper and Amberjack. 

March

You'll sense a flurry of activity in Destin as the weather begins to warm up. The fishing season starts to kick off with plenty of Cobia making the journey to the reefs, while bay fishing remains as good as before.

April

You'll know the season has arrived Destin when April strikes. Cobia fishing is at its peak and the Harbor Docks Tournament attracts anglers from all over the world looking to land that monster reef fish.

 

May

While the Cobia frenzy may be dying down, may brings with it the start of the offshore season. Head out to the deep waters for up to days on end and try trolling for pelagics or bottom fish for Groupers. 

June

Summer takes Destin by storm and you'll want to book early to avoid disappointment. Come and combine your thrilling fishing adventure with the chance to kick back on the beach – this is what you work for!

 

July

Get ready to dodge the sun, as temperatures in Destin reach the high 90s. Red Snapper season kicks off, meaning you'll want to head offshore, but you can always take advantage of the Tarpon bite with night fishing.

August

High season continues throughout August, with offshore fishing for pelagics still offering extreme anglers the chance of that trophy catch. Head offshore, to the reefs, or even inshore, and land any of Destin's prized fish.

September

As the crowds start to die down, there's no sign of the fishing going anywhere. The weather is still warm, so you should take advantage of this time of year, when Tuna and Sailfish come close to shore. 

October

Three words: Destin Fishing Rodeo. Over 30,000 anglers come to town over the whole month of October with a competition to suit all kinds of angler. Come and test your skills to be in with the chance of a top prize.

November

Fishing in Destin has to cool down at some point – but not in November! Make the most of the end of the pelagic season, while bay and bottom fishing is still on fire. Fill your boat to fill the freezer for the holidays! 

December

Temperatures are usually in the fifties in Destin in December, but that shouldn't stop you from coming here! Grab a festive fish feast in the bay or by bottom fishing along the reefs and catching your own dinner.

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What anglers said about fishing in Destin

Great boat, great crew, everything needed for quick fishing for all ages to enjoy themselves.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Great boat, great crew, everything needed for quick fishing for all ages to enjoy themselves.
Nothin' Matters
Nothin' Matters
Experience matters ! Capt. Troy put us on fish at an early season date with cold water temps. His mate Dakota was knowledgeable and personable. My wife said she can't wait to come back, that say's it all !
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience matters ! Capt. Troy put us on fish at an early season date with cold water temps. His mate Dakota was knowledgeable and personable. My wife said she can't wait to come back, that say's it all !
Reel Chill Charter
Reel Chill Charter
We have used 5 different charters in Destin. Captain Si was by far the best. Use Nelson Charters. I wonโ€™t use anyone else from now on.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
We have used 5 different charters in Destin. Captain Si was by far the best. Use Nelson Charters. I wonโ€™t use anyone else from now on.
Nelson Guide Company
Nelson Guide Company
Go out fishing with an open mind. Day to day the fishing changes. Weather is a big/huge factor. Be patient with your Captain. They are doing their best with what the day brings. You might catch fish non stop for your trip, or get only a couple. It's fishing. And be polite. May God bless your fishing adventures.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Go out fishing with an open mind. Day to day the fishing changes. Weather is a big/huge factor. Be patient with your Captain. They are doing their best with what the day brings. You might catch fish non stop for your trip, or get only a couple. It's fishing. And be polite. May God bless your fishing adventures.
East Pass Inshore Charters
East Pass Inshore Charters
Go for it, the area offers a lot of great offer of fishing. It wonโ€™t disappoint. The only reason I did not write this 5 stars was because Iโ€™ve had better days fishing in Clearwater where I larger fish
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Go for it, the area offers a lot of great offer of fishing. It wonโ€™t disappoint. The only reason I did not write this 5 stars was because Iโ€™ve had better days fishing in Clearwater where I larger fish
Another Last Cast
Another Last Cast
I'd recommend using King of Kings as he was great with myself and 5 high school seniors (4 of which had never done offshore fishing). They had a blast!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
I'd recommend using King of Kings as he was great with myself and 5 high school seniors (4 of which had never done offshore fishing). They had a blast!
King of Kings Charters
King of Kings Charters
Definitely consider the type of species you aim to catch. Bigger fish require bigger/deeper water. This of course turns into longer boat rides to the necessary habitat. The time in travel can eat into the scheduled time for your trip. If bringing smaller children, you'll be able to get into feisty smaller fish for sure much sooner. They'll have a fantastic time getting into fish much sooner in the trip and have a very memorable time.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Definitely consider the type of species you aim to catch. Bigger fish require bigger/deeper water. This of course turns into longer boat rides to the necessary habitat. The time in travel can eat into the scheduled time for your trip. If bringing smaller children, you'll be able to get into feisty smaller fish for sure much sooner. They'll have a fantastic time getting into fish much sooner in the trip and have a very memorable time.
850 Chartersโ€”Capt. Jared
850 Chartersโ€”Capt. Jared
Not as good of fishing in March as it is in June when snapper and other fish are open for catching but still fun to reel in a lot of fish! Mingo is a good eater as is Trigger.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Not as good of fishing in March as it is in June when snapper and other fish are open for catching but still fun to reel in a lot of fish! Mingo is a good eater as is Trigger.
Just B Cause Charters
Just B Cause Charters
Dress warm in the morning, bring a towel and take motion sickness meds the night before
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Dress warm in the morning, bring a towel and take motion sickness meds the night before
Just B Cause Charters
Just B Cause Charters
I believe itโ€™s not the best time of year for fishing in Destin but we still caught lots of fish
Excellent
5.0 / 5
I believe itโ€™s not the best time of year for fishing in Destin but we still caught lots of fish
850 Chartersโ€”Capt. Jared
850 Chartersโ€”Capt. Jared
Little cool early but warmed up quick. Guide cleaned the Spanish macs and we took them to the boathouse oyster bar and they blackened them and made fish tacos was excellent.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Little cool early but warmed up quick. Guide cleaned the Spanish macs and we took them to the boathouse oyster bar and they blackened them and made fish tacos was excellent.
One More Last Cast
One More Last Cast
Donโ€™t be obsessed with the amount of time out fishing. Get an experience boat captain and go catch fish!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Donโ€™t be obsessed with the amount of time out fishing. Get an experience boat captain and go catch fish!
Dawn Patrol Charters
Dawn Patrol Charters
Check the weather. It was cooler than normal. Fish was just not biting very much
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Check the weather. It was cooler than normal. Fish was just not biting very much
Another Last Cast
Another Last Cast
Recommend a boat with a cabin to chill in as the weather is cool. Fishing is great if your captain gets you to them and you are dressed for the weather.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Recommend a boat with a cabin to chill in as the weather is cool. Fishing is great if your captain gets you to them and you are dressed for the weather.
Just B Cause Charters
Just B Cause Charters
We had a great overall experience. Just check what's in season if you have specific targets in mind.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
We had a great overall experience. Just check what's in season if you have specific targets in mind.
850 Charters
850 Charters
Trust the captain, and enjoy the ride. We caught a great amount of fish, it just took a couple spots to find them (as with any fishing)
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Trust the captain, and enjoy the ride. We caught a great amount of fish, it just took a couple spots to find them (as with any fishing)
Last Cast Charters
Last Cast Charters
Use this Charter, you will not be disappointed. Best time and great memories.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Use this Charter, you will not be disappointed. Best time and great memories.
No Alibi Fishing Charters
No Alibi Fishing Charters
You're going to get wet, the waters are a but more choppy in December. Layer up and have a good time! Bring a cooler to bring your catch home.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
You're going to get wet, the waters are a but more choppy in December. Layer up and have a good time! Bring a cooler to bring your catch home.
850 Charters
850 Charters
The weather did not make it a very warm or comfy trip, but the fish were still biting! Dress in warm layers and youโ€™ll be fine.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
The weather did not make it a very warm or comfy trip, but the fish were still biting! Dress in warm layers and youโ€™ll be fine.
Lonestar Fishing Charters 33โ€™
Lonestar Fishing Charters 33โ€™
It's been a little tough with the rip current advisory, but dispite the water being a little rough the charter was a success.
Very good
4.0 / 5
It's been a little tough with the rip current advisory, but dispite the water being a little rough the charter was a success.
850 Charters
850 Charters

How did anglers rate fishing charters in Destin?

Living Right Fishing Charters
Living Right Fishing Charters
Fishing charter in Destin
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(214 reviews)
Captain Larry was a blast to hang out with. He put us on fish everywhere we went. Heโ€™s a down to earth regular guy thatโ€™s easy to have fun with. I will book with him again when Iโ€™m back in Destin.
Todd  L.
Todd L.
Last Cast Charters
Last Cast Charters
Fishing charter in Destin
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(526 reviews)
Tanner was a great captain. We had five adults on the boat and he kept the hooks baited and in the water at all times. Tanner would cast our rods in the perfect spot ever time. He is amazing! Thanks Tanner for great and memorable time. Hope to return some day and go out again
Jack  M.
Jack M.
Charter Boat Into the Blue
Charter Boat Into the Blue
Fishing charter in Destin
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(150 reviews)
Nino and first mate on Into the Blue did a great job and feel he went above and beyond to make our experience enjoyable and memorable. The fish were definitely making us work for it today but when they started hitting those amberjacks give you a run for your money. Nino didnโ€™t give up and spent the time trying to locate the fish which he accomplished and made the day of my family. Canโ€™t wait to come back and fish on Into the Blue.
Chris  B.
Chris B.
Just B Cause Charters
Just B Cause Charters
Fishing charter in Destin
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(468 reviews)
We had 9 people, 7 adults and 2 kids. Everyone had a great time and caught a lot of fish. Captain and crew were great. Very helpful and kept us fishing. We filled our limit and left with tons of fish.
Christopher  A.
Christopher A.
Hard Charger
Hard Charger
Fishing charter in Destin
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(51 reviews)
We went with 8 guys and were catching fish.. Then we moved on to bigger fish and Capt found them and we had a blast! Very good boat and crew! Thanks for the memories!
Dennis  B.
Dennis B.
Apex Charters And Rentals
Apex Charters And Rentals
Fishing charter in Destin
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(270 reviews)
Captain James was very knowledgeable and professional. He took us to several different spots to fish and didnโ€™t waste anytime if the fish werenโ€™t biting. He did everything in his power to make sure we took fish home, and we did!
Peyton  S.  D.
Peyton S. D.
Nelson Guide Company
Nelson Guide Company
Fishing charter in Destin
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(135 reviews)
Captain Si did a great job with our family trip. Quickly got us on some fish, got to see a pod of dolphins, and a shark! 10/10 recommend! Great with children as well.
Drew  G.
Drew G.
850 Chartersโ€”Capt. Jared
850 Chartersโ€”Capt. Jared
Fishing charter in Destin
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(154 reviews)
The area was great We parked up at this restaurant for free, walked down to the back It was great to see the other boat back there enjoying this field. We went to three different other locations to fish caught a lot of fish. Yes, I will be seeing them again again next year great place to go fishing.
Alphonso  E.
Alphonso E.
Lifeโ€™s 2 Short
Lifeโ€™s 2 Short
Fishing charter in Destin
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(22 reviews)
Very knowledgeable and found the fish right away and stayed on the fish. Friendly and made sure we had a great time. Great price too. Will absolutely go again
Chad  W.
Chad W.
Flowing Water: Fish, Cruise & Tour (CC)
Flowing Water: Fish, Cruise & Tour (CC)
Fishing charter in Destin
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(5 reviews)
Caught as many fish as we could pull in. All varieties and sizes. Great experience would recommend this charter to anyone
Joe  M.
Joe M.
Nelson Guide Company
Nelson Guide Company
Fishing charter in Destin
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(135 reviews)
Our family had an Amazing time with captain Si. Captain Si kept us on top of schools of different kinds of fish that were constantly biting. I look forward to my next trip with captain Si and would highly recommend him to anyone wanting to have an great fishing experience.
Derrick  G.
Derrick G.
Championship Offshore Outfitting And Charters
Championship Offshore Outfitting And Charters
Fishing charter in Destin
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(186 reviews)
Had a great time! We caught two wahooโ€™s while trolling and caught some huge amber jacks. Friendly captain and mate . Clean boat
Jeff  E.
Jeff E.
Living Right Fishing Charters
Living Right Fishing Charters
Fishing charter in Destin
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(214 reviews)
We had a blast on our fishing charter with Captain Larry! The weather was beautiful, we all caught fish and Larry taught us some things about the Gulf๐Ÿ˜Š
Michelle  K.
Michelle K.
One More Last Cast
One More Last Cast
Fishing charter in Destin
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(67 reviews)
Tanner immediately put us on the fish. We caught red fish, trout, permit, black drum, flounder, perch, croaker. Then came home and had a fish feast. Definitely will book another trip soon.
Kevin  H.
Kevin H.
Lifeโ€™s 2 Short
Lifeโ€™s 2 Short
Fishing charter in Destin
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(22 reviews)
Awesome trip and would recommend this trip to anyone. Captain Alex took care of us very well. Thank you Captain
Gary  G.
Gary G.
Nelson Guide Company
Nelson Guide Company
Fishing charter in Destin
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(135 reviews)
Captain Si was funny, and did the best he could to get us catching fish! Just being in the ocean and seeing the dolphins and tuna and everything else was wonderful! I skunked the boys this trip with my 6 red snappers!!
Lamay  W.
Lamay W.
850 Chartersโ€”Capt. Jared
850 Chartersโ€”Capt. Jared
Fishing charter in Destin
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(154 reviews)
Thanks to Captain Jared we found a relatively close restaurant near Crab Island that cooked our fillets with in a half hour๐Ÿ˜๐Ÿ˜ฒ(from water to grease in minutes).
Brandon  A.
Brandon A.
Nelson Guide Company
Nelson Guide Company
Fishing charter in Destin
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(135 reviews)
We had a great time with Si. He was fun, informative, and very knowledgeable. We caught many fish but none which were in season. However, we did get one keeper and a 8-10 lb King Mackerel. Your tip on how to cook it was great and the tacos we made from them were amazing. It was a great time experience for my first fishing trip. - Alex, Tracie, and Eric
Alex  C.
Alex C.
MAXIMUS
MAXIMUS
Fishing charter in Destin
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(666 reviews)
I recommend Chris for a great day on the water. Chris had my two sons a friend and I on fish all day. Caught fresh baitfish and went out 35-40 miles for opening day of Amberjack. Caught grouper, red snapper and triggerfish also. One of the best fishing trips we have ever been on! Thanks again Chris!
Michael  K.
Michael K.
Mighty Fine Charters
Mighty Fine Charters
Fishing charter in Destin
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(368 reviews)
We went out on a very rough day. None of the 7 of us had ever done a deeper fishing trip and the guys were great. Kept us moving on fish and we caught a lot. They were very hard working and easy to talk with. Couldnโ€™t recommend it more.
Adam  Y.
Adam Y.

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