Blue Runner II INC. 

4.9/5 (234 reviews)
 
Federally permitted
 Harbor Boulevard, Destin, FL 32541, United States

Blue Runner II INC. 

Over 9 miles offshore
Destin, FL, United States
42 ft
6
4.9/5 (234 reviews)

Captains Tommy and Donald are some of the most experienced captains in the fleet with many decades of experience under their belt, they can help you reel in the catch you've always dreamed of. There's no bad time to be fishing around here, so come on down and have some fun!

The Blue Runner II is a 42' ChrisCraft sport fisher, and as you can see from the photos, she's a beauty. She's powered by a pair of 485 HP Detroit Diesel engines and has plenty of room aboard for up to six prospective anglers. Inside you'll find a spacious and air-conditioned cabin where you can take a break and catch your breath whenever you want to.

The captains offer a variety of fishing packages to satisfy all your fishing needs and desires. Offshore trips are his specialty, and it's here that you can find a number of different species to hook up. If you're looking to put something in the freezer, you can bottom fish for Red and Vermilion Snapper, Triggerfish, and Gag Grouper. If you're more interested in proper sportfishing, you can go after Sailfish, Kingfish, Amberjack, and many more.

Any given trip will include rods, reels, and terminal tackle in the price, along with the required fishing licenses. 20% gratuity for the first mate is very much appreciated, and he will clean and fillet the catch after the trip for your convenience. Pack some drinks or snacks, bring a pair of polarized sunglasses, and you're ready to make your fishing dreams come true.

Please note: We try to catch live bait at the start of the trip or the Customer can opt to buy bait at his expense if available. This purchase is not covered in the price of the trip.

Captains Tommy and Donald are some of the most experienced captains in the fleet with many decades of experience under their belt, they can help you reel in the catch you've always dreamed of. There's no bad time to be fishing around here, so come on down and have some fun!

The Blue Runner II is a 42' ChrisCraft sport fisher, and as you can see from the photos, she's a beauty. She's powered by a pair of 485 HP Detroit Diesel engines and has plenty of room aboard for up to six prospective anglers. Inside you'll find a spacious and air-conditioned cabin where you can take a break and catch your breath whenever you want to.

The captains offer a variety of fishing packages to satisfy all your fishing needs and desires. Offshore trips are his specialty, and it's here that you can find a number of different species to hook up. If you're looking to put something in the freezer, you can bottom fish for Red and Vermilion Snapper, Triggerfish, and Gag Grouper. If you're more interested in proper sportfishing, you can go after Sailfish, Kingfish, Amberjack, and many more.

Any given trip will include rods, reels, and terminal tackle in the price, along with the required fishing licenses. 20% gratuity for the first mate is very much appreciated, and he will clean and fillet the catch after the trip for your convenience. Pack some drinks or snacks, bring a pair of polarized sunglasses, and you're ready to make your fishing dreams come true.

Please note: We try to catch live bait at the start of the trip or the Customer can opt to buy bait at his expense if available. This purchase is not covered in the price of the trip.

Blue Runner II INC.
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Trip availability and prices

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Number of days
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Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
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Half Day Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Sep 1 - Jun 1 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
US $1,080
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Half Day Trip (PM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 1:00 PM
Seasonal trip
Sep 1 - May 30 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
US $1,080
Entire boat: up to 6 people
3/4 Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Sep 1 - May 31 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
US $1,620
Entire boat: up to 6 people
3/4 Day Trip – High Season
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Jun 1 - Aug 31 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Snapper (Red)
Snapper (Mangrove)
Snapper (Vermilion)
US $1,800
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Full Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Aug 30 - May 15 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
US $2,160
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Full Day Trip – High Season
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Jun 1 - Aug 31
US $2,400
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Extended Full Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
10 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Aug 30 - May 15 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
US $2,700
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Extended Full Day – High Season
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
10 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Jun 1 - Aug 31
US $3,000
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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Customer reviews

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Rating

4.9
234 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (269)

What anglers say

96%
Great experience
95%
Family friendly
99%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
97%
Recommended
96%
Caught fish

All reviews (234)

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Michael Stauffer
Michael Stauffer
us
Texas, US
Member since 2019
5.0
Verified
New
Best Family Fishing Trip Ever – Blue Runner #2 in Destin is Outstanding!
3/4 Day Trip – High Season on July 18, 20264 adults2 children

We just finished another fantastic six-hour fishing trip with Blue Runner #2 out of Destin, and it was another winner! This is our repeat charter because they consistently deliver an amazing experience for our family of six. The crew is outstanding — professional, patient, and genuinely nice people who make everyone feel welcome and cared for. They have that perfect mix of expertise and warmth that keeps the day fun and relaxed. The kids loved the hands-on help with rigging and landing fish, while the adults appreciated the skilled guidance and great banter. Safety was always top priority, and they went out of their way to make sure everyone had a blast. We caught a ton of fish again — non-stop action and solid limits that made the cooler heavy on the way back to the dock. The captain put us on the fish every time, and the crew’s knowledge of the Destin waters is second to none. If you’re looking for a reliable, family-friendly six-hour (or longer) deep-sea fishing adventure out of Destin, book Blue Runner #2 without hesitation. They’ve become our favorite charter for a reason — great boat, incredible crew, and memories we keep coming back for. Highly recommended! 🎣⚓️ Can’t wait for our next trip! Thank you, Blue Runner team!

Reported catch:
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Red Snapper
Vermilion Snapper
Blue Runner II INC.
Response from Charter operator

Michael thanks for the review. Enjoyed having you and your family aboard

Karin Wysocki
Karin Wysocki
Repeat angler
us
Michigan, US
Member since 2023
3 trips
5.0
Verified
Cabin and Crew made for a great winter day on the sea
Half Day Trip (PM) on February 24, 20264 adults

honestly i picked the boat for the cabin, knowing it was going to be a chilly day and we would want to be inside for the trip out and back. it was comfortable with a couch and chairs, and clean. Captain Tommy found the fish despite the sea temps, and first mate Jason was friendly, and mire importantly, kept our bait on and lines in. we caught a bountiful dinner plus a lot we had to release due to february restrictions, but what a great sunny afternoon on a calm sea. a dolphin joined us on the way out for an added bonus. dress for the day and no reason not to enjoy winter fishing.

Reported catch:
Gray Triggerfish
Vermilion Snapper
Red Snapper
Blue Runner II INC.
Response from Charter operator

thanks , Karin for the review! enjoy having you! Tommy

Daniel Toole
Daniel Toole
us
Arkansas, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
Excellent Trip with My Boys
Full Day Trip – High Season on July 1, 20261 adult2 children

I had a great trip with my three sons. Captain Tommy knows how to find the fish. And his mate Oz knows how to catch them. They are extremely kind and accomodating and we were on fish all day. Cant recommend them enough, great trip with great people.

Aaron Eberhard
Aaron Eberhard
us
Indiana, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Great Trip
Half Day Trip (AM) on April 1, 20262 adults2 children

Captain Tommy and Don were great. Our oldest son didn’t farewell and got sick, but tgey were supportive and accommodating, put us on fish and he rallied… until the trip back in. regardless we would book with them again! great time and great people. Tommy even called two days agead and suggested moving our trip up due to tge weather, and he was right. Again, good and thoughtful people!

Blue Runner II INC.
Response from Charter operator

Thanks for the review, Aaron. enjoyed your group. Nice to meet you.

Del Clayton
Del Clayton
us
Indiana, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
Great trip!
Half Day Trip (AM) - High Season on July 7, 20263 adults

I went out with my two sons and when they heard “fish on”, it was great to see from a dad’s perspective. To see them raise fish was awesome!

FAQs about Blue Runner II INC.

Blue Runner II INC. offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $1,080 per group - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $1,080 per group - Half Day Trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $1,620 per group - 3/4 Day Trip (6 hours)
  • US $1,800 per group - 3/4 Day Trip – High Season (6 hours)
  • US $2,160 per group - Full Day Trip (8 hours)
  • US $2,400 per group - Full Day Trip – High Season (8 hours)
  • US $2,700 per group - Extended Full Day Trip (10 hours)
  • US $3,000 per group - Extended Full Day – High Season (10 hours)
When you book a trip with Blue Runner II INC., you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet Enclosed water closet
  • Air conditioning
  • GPS Furuno (2)
  • Fishfinder Furuno
  • Bed
  • Flybridge
  • Live bait well
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Ice box
  • Radar Furuno
Trips booked with Blue Runner II INC. include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (caught during trip, otherwise clients can buy it)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (No. Comes as part of mates top.)
  • First mate (15-20% tip customary for good service)
  • Fishing license (Included in trip price.)
Blue Runner II INC. offers the following types of fishing:
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing (Depends on trip length. Up to25 nm or more on all day trips.)
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
Blue Runner II INC. offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Blue Runner II INC. include:
  • Amberjack
  • Cobia
  • Grouper (Gag)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Little Tunny (False Albacore)
  • Sailfish
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Snapper (Vermilion)
  • Triggerfish (Gray)
  • Wahoo

Your operator

Blue Runner II INC.
Blue Runner II INC.
Blue Runner II INC.

Destin, Florida, United States

ID & license verified
234 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since March 2018
Angler's Choice

The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.

A Destin native himself, Captain Tommy Carter has been fishing these waters for several decades now. He has been fishing with first-time anglers, veterans, and everyone in between. There's nothing more he likes to see than the looks on the faces of his guests when they catch a big one after a long fight.

ID & license verified
234 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since March 2018
Angler's Choice

The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.

A Destin native himself, Captain Tommy Carter has been fishing these waters for several decades now. He has been fishing with first-time anglers, veterans, and everyone in between. There's nothing more he likes to see than the looks on the faces of his guests when they catch a big one after a long fight.

The fish you can target

Amberjack
Amberjack
Cobia
Cobia
Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Little Tunny (False Albacore)
Little Tunny (False Albacore)
Sailfish
Sailfish
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Red Snapper
Red Snapper
Vermilion Snapper
Vermilion Snapper
Gray Triggerfish
Gray Triggerfish
Wahoo
Wahoo
Amberjack
Amberjack
Cobia
Cobia
Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Little Tunny (False Albacore)
Little Tunny (False Albacore)

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
42 ft
Year built
1989
Boat manufacturer
ChrisCraft
Boat type
Sportfishing
Engine model
Detroit Diesel
Powered by
2 x 485HP
Max cruising speed
17 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Depends on trip length. Up to25 nm or more on all day trips.
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Enclosed water closet
Air conditioning
GPS
Furuno (2)
Fishfinder
Furuno
Bed
Flybridge
Live bait well
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Ice box
Radar
Furuno

What's included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
caught during trip, otherwise clients can buy it
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
No. Comes as part of mates top.
First mate
15-20% tip customary for good service
Fishing license
Included in trip price.

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.

More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included

Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.

Child friendly
No set age for kids. Inquire if you are
No smoking
inside cabin
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Book with 15% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 15% deposit to guarantee your reservation.

The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:

 Cash

 Visa

 Mastercard

 American Express

 Checks

When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Destin right now

AmberjackAmberjack
CobiaCobia
Grouper (Gag)Grouper (Gag)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)King Mackerel (Kingfish)
SailfishSailfish
Snapper (Red)Snapper (Red)
Snapper (Vermilion)Snapper (Vermilion)
Triggerfish (Gray)Triggerfish (Gray)
WahooWahoo

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