Blue Runner II INC. 

4.9/5 (216 reviews)
 
Federally permitted
 Harbor Boulevard, Destin, FL 32541, United States

Blue Runner II INC. 

 
Federally permitted
4.9/5 (216)
 Angler's Choice
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Harbor Boulevard
Destin, FL, United States

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.

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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.9/5
out of 5 stars from 216 reviews
Boat
4.9/5
Crew
4.9/5
Experience
4.8/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (252)

great fishing trip
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+249

Angler rating

197
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2
2
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Anglers claimed

Good experience

96%

Appropriate for children

95%

Friendly captain

99%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

97%

Caught fish

95%

Showing 1 - 5 of 216 reviews
Showing: 5 of 216 reviews
Justin B.
Justin B.
5.0/5

Jul 23, 2025

Full Day Trip – High Season

They'll put you on the fish!

VERIFIED

My, my wife, son, daughter, and another friend went out on an 6am 8hr trip on the Blue Runner II, with Captain Tommy Carter, with his First Mate Jason. We caught a lot of Vermillion Snapper and some big North American Red Snapper, and one Grey Snapper. We also caught a lot of Grey Triggerfish which unfortunately were not yet in season. Captain Carter asked me what our goal was, and I told him we wanted to catch a bunch of fish, and he came through. He let us know that we would troll all the way out and all the way back, but that they had been seeing very little trolling strikes for a couple of weeks, but the bottom fishing had been very good. We've since had Vermillion Snapper tacos that would make your tongue slap the back of your head. The cabin was comfortable and spacious for all of us, well equipped, with good A/C.

My, my wife, son, daughter, and another friend went out on an 6am 8hr trip on the Blue Runner II, with Captain Tommy Carter, with...  

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 Justin B. recommends Blue Runner II INC.
 Justin B. recommends Blue Runner II INC.

Charles C.
Charles C.
5.0/5

May 27, 2025

3/4 Day Trip

Short notice excellent experience

VERIFIED

Capt Tommy and mate Jason r seasoned veterans of the Destin dome. I’d always heard how good the offshore experience was out of Destin. It and blue runner 2 didn’t disappoint. Unfortunately I got the land legs dizzyman condition And I didn’t get to fish much but the wife caught 30 keeper vermilion snapper and fought a shark for 10 minutes or so. She loved that. Although she didn’t get it close enough to see what kind. She also lost some other bigger because of dolphins getting them before she could. All in all an excellent day. One we will both remember, especially the missus.

Capt Tommy and mate Jason r seasoned veterans of the Destin dome. I’d always heard how good the offshore experience was out of...  

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 Charles C. recommends Blue Runner II INC.
 Charles C. recommends Blue Runner II INC.

Pattie C.
Pattie C.
5.0/5

Oct 20, 2025

Half Day Trip (PM)

Great experience

VERIFIED
NEW

The captain called before the scheduled trip to set up a better day and time due to bad weather. The change in the trip that was recommended by the Captain was very much appreciated and much more memorable. My husband and boys experienced a spectacular fishing trip with catching lots of fish and winning a fishing tournament as well. Thank you Blue Runner II

The captain called before the scheduled trip to set up a better day and time due to bad weather. The change in the trip that...  

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 Pattie C. recommends Blue Runner II INC.
 Pattie C. recommends Blue Runner II INC.

Michael B.
Michael B.
5.0/5

Nov 1, 2025

3/4 Day Trip

great fishing trip

VERIFIED
NEW

Tommy and Jason did a great job and we were on the fish right away. Very professional and lines were in the water all the time and had some nice hookups. Highly recommend this crew for your fishing adventures.

Tommy and Jason did a great job and we were on the fish right away. Very professional and lines were in the water all the time...  

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 Michael B. recommends Blue Runner II INC.
 Michael B. recommends Blue Runner II INC.

Darrell M.
Darrell M.
5.0/5

Sep 11, 2025

Half Day Trip (AM)

Successful fun trip had by all!

VERIFIED

The Captain/Crew did a wonderful job helping us make it one of our best outings ever. We got to learn all aspects from catching the bait to trolling to bottom fishing and bringing home supper. we will definitely repeat next time we make it back down here.

The Captain/Crew did a wonderful job helping us make it one of our best outings ever. We got to learn all aspects from catching...  

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 Darrell M. recommends Blue Runner II INC.
 Darrell M. recommends Blue Runner II INC.

Trip availability and prices

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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)
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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)
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US $1,080 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Half Day Trip (AM) - High Season
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Aug 31
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US $1,200 
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)
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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)
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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)
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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
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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)
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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
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US $3,000 
Entire boat: up to 6 people

Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.9/5
out of 5 stars from 216 reviews
Boat
4.9/5
Crew
4.9/5
Experience
4.8/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (252)

great fishing trip
great fishing trip
great fishing trip
+249

Angler rating

197
13
2
2
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

96%

Appropriate for children

95%

Friendly captain

99%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

97%

Caught fish

95%

Showing 1 - 5 of 216 reviews
Showing: 5 of 216 reviews
Justin B.
Justin B.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

They'll put you on the fish!

VERIFIED

Full Day Trip – High Season on July 23, 2025

My, my wife, son, daughter, and another friend went out on an 6am 8hr trip on the Blue Runner II, with Captain Tommy Carter, with his First Mate Jason. We caught a lot of Vermillion Snapper and some big North American Red Snapper, and one Grey Snapper. We also caught a lot of Grey Triggerfish which unfortunately were not yet in season. Captain Carter asked me what our goal was, and I told him we wanted to catch a bunch of fish, and he came through. He let us know that we would troll all the way out and all the way back, but that they had been seeing very little trolling strikes for a couple of weeks, but the bottom fishing had been very good. We've since had Vermillion Snapper tacos that would make your tongue slap the back of your head. The cabin was comfortable and spacious for all of us, well equipped, with good A/C.

My, my wife, son, daughter, and another friend went out on an 6am 8hr trip on the Blue Runner II, with Captain Tommy Carter, with his First Mate Jason. We caught a lot of Vermillion Snapper and some big North American Red Snapper, and one Grey Snapper. We also caught a lot of Grey Triggerfish which unfortunately were not yet in season. Captain Carter asked me what our goal was, and I told him we wanted to catch a bunch of fish, and he came through. He let us know that we would troll all...  

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 Justin B. recommends Blue Runner II INC.

Charles C.
Charles C.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Short notice excellent experience

VERIFIED

3/4 Day Trip on May 27, 2025

Capt Tommy and mate Jason r seasoned veterans of the Destin dome. I’d always heard how good the offshore experience was out of Destin. It and blue runner 2 didn’t disappoint. Unfortunately I got the land legs dizzyman condition And I didn’t get to fish much but the wife caught 30 keeper vermilion snapper and fought a shark for 10 minutes or so. She loved that. Although she didn’t get it close enough to see what kind. She also lost some other bigger because of dolphins getting them before she could. All in all an excellent day. One we will both remember, especially the missus.

Capt Tommy and mate Jason r seasoned veterans of the Destin dome. I’d always heard how good the offshore experience was out of Destin. It and blue runner 2 didn’t disappoint. Unfortunately I got the land legs dizzyman condition And I didn’t get to fish much but the wife caught 30 keeper vermilion snapper and fought a shark for 10 minutes or so. She loved that. Although she didn’t get it close enough to see what kind. She also lost some other bigger because of dolphins getting them before she...  

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 Charles C. recommends Blue Runner II INC.

Pattie C.
Pattie C.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great experience

VERIFIED
NEW

Half Day Trip (PM) on October 20, 2025

The captain called before the scheduled trip to set up a better day and time due to bad weather. The change in the trip that was recommended by the Captain was very much appreciated and much more memorable. My husband and boys experienced a spectacular fishing trip with catching lots of fish and winning a fishing tournament as well. Thank you Blue Runner II

The captain called before the scheduled trip to set up a better day and time due to bad weather. The change in the trip that was recommended by the Captain was very much appreciated and much more memorable. My husband and boys experienced a spectacular fishing trip with catching lots of fish and winning a fishing tournament as well. Thank you Blue Runner II  

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 Pattie C. recommends Blue Runner II INC.

Michael B.
Michael B.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

great fishing trip

VERIFIED
NEW

3/4 Day Trip on November 1, 2025

Tommy and Jason did a great job and we were on the fish right away. Very professional and lines were in the water all the time and had some nice hookups. Highly recommend this crew for your fishing adventures.

Tommy and Jason did a great job and we were on the fish right away. Very professional and lines were in the water all the time and had some nice hookups. Highly recommend this crew for your fishing adventures.  

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 Michael B. recommends Blue Runner II INC.

Darrell M.
Darrell M.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Successful fun trip had by all!

VERIFIED

Half Day Trip (AM) on September 11, 2025

The Captain/Crew did a wonderful job helping us make it one of our best outings ever. We got to learn all aspects from catching the bait to trolling to bottom fishing and bringing home supper. we will definitely repeat next time we make it back down here.

The Captain/Crew did a wonderful job helping us make it one of our best outings ever. We got to learn all aspects from catching the bait to trolling to bottom fishing and bringing home supper. we will definitely repeat next time we make it back down here.  

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 Darrell M. recommends Blue Runner II INC.

FAQs about Blue Runner II INC.

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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
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