Hurricane Idalia spared us. We are open and ready to fish. Please call now to book a trip.  Additionally, fall prices now in effect. $270 per hour.  Four, six and eight hour trips are available. Capt.Tommy and crew are some of the most experienced fisherman in the fleet.

Captain Tommy Carter is one of the most experienced Captain in the fleet with many decades of experience under his belt, Captain Tommy 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.

Captain Tommy offers 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.



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    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
    If you don't have a lot of time but are eager to get some fishing done, this is the trip for you. You'll be visiting the nearshore water to do either some trolling or bottom fishing, depending on what you'd like to do. Species found here include Snapper, Grouper, Kingfish, Wahoo, Cobia, and more besides. Rods, reels, and terminal tackle are included in the trip price.
  • Private trip
    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
    This trip is a great option for anyone who's not too big on early-morning fishing. You'll go nearshore to do either some trolling or bottom fishing, depending on your preferences. You can target Snapper, Grouper, Kingfish, Wahoo, Cobia, and others too. Rods, reels, and terminal tackle are included in the trip price.
  • Private trip
    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
    If a half-day trip is just too short, a six-hour trip might be just the thing for you. You'll be going anywhere from 9-17 miles to fish for the likes of Kingfish, Grouper, Snapper, Wahoo, Cobia, Triggerfish, and many more besides. Rods, reels, and terminal tackle are included in the price of the trip.
  • Private trip
    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)
    US $1,680
    If a half-day trip is just too short for you, a six-hour trip might a better alternative. You can go anywhere from 9-17 miles out to target the likes of Kingfish, Grouper, Snapper, Wahoo, Cobia, Triggerfish, and many others besides. Rods, reels, and terminal tackle are included in the price of the trip.
    Fishing techniques
    Drift Fishing
  • Private trip
    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
    A full day trip is the classic Florida fishing experience. You can go anywhere up to 40 miles to look for some really big fish. Your main targets can include Sailfish, Red Snapper, Amberjack, Kingfish, and plenty more besides. Rods, reels, and terminal tackle come included in the trip price.
  • Private trip
    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 $2,240
    Nothing beats a full day trip for the classic Florida fishing experience. You can go up to 40 miles offshore where you'll be able to find some really big fish. These can include Sailfish, Red Snapper, Amberjack, Kingfish, and plenty more besides. Rods, reels, and terminal tackle come included in the trip price.
  • Private trip
    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
    This trip is for all those hardcore anglers who want it all! With 10 hours to do whatever you like on the open water, you have all the time you need to make some great fishing memories. Going anywhere up to 40 miles, you'll be fishing for the likes of Wahoo, Sailfish, Kingfish, Red Snapper, Amberjack, and others. Rods, reels, and terminal tackle are included in the trip price.
  • Private trip
    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 $2,800
    This trip is for the real hardcore anglers out there! You'll have 10 hours to do whatever you like on the open water and make your angling dreams come true. Go anywhere up to 40 miles and fish for the likes of Wahoo, Sailfish, Kingfish, Red Snapper, Amberjack, and more besides. Rods, reels, and terminal tackle are included in the trip price.
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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 $1,680 per group - 3/4 Day Trip – High Season (6 hours)
  • US $2,160 per group - Full Day Trip (8 hours)
  • US $2,240 per group - Full Day Trip – High Season (8 hours)
  • US $2,700 per group - Extended Full Day Trip (10 hours)
  • US $2,800 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
  • 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
  • First Mate (15-20% tip customary for good service)
  • Fishing License

Blue Runner II INC. offers the following types of fishing:
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing
  • 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

Meet the Captain

Tommy Carter
Destin, Florida, United States
ID & license verified
185 Customer reviews
Response time 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.

About this listing

Targeted species

Amberjack Amberjack
Cobia Cobia
Grouper (Gag) Gag Grouper
King Mackerel (Kingfish) King Mackerel (Kingfish)

Boat specs

ChrisCraft (Sportfishing) originally built in 1989. Powered by 2 485HP Detroit Diesel engines, with a maximum cruising speed of 17 knots.

Length
42 ft
Capacity
6 persons

Types of fishing

Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Deep Sea Fishing

Amenities

Toilet
Air Conditioning
GPS
Furuno (2)
Fishfinder
Furuno
Bed
Flybridge

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
caught during trip, otherwise clients can buy it
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
First Mate
15-20% tip customary for good service
Fishing License

Cancellation policy

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.

Listing policies

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
No Smoking
inside cabin
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% 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.

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 185 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (179)
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Angler rating
167
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
96%
Friendly captain
99%
Recommend this charter
97%
Appropriate for children
96%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
95%
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BRENT T.
Obetz, OH
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

What a trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on May 23, 2023
Had a blast with Capt Tom and mate Don.  Started off catching bait which was an excellent time itself,then we went to the...
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Tom J.
Miramar Beach, Florida
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Half day trip on Blue Runner II

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on May 10, 2023
Our trip with Captain Tommy and Don was excellent!  Everything was first rate from the boat, fishing gear to the Captain and...
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Joachim I.
Berlin, Germany
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Perfect trip!

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip on May 4, 2023
Thanks to Captain Tommy and Captain Dan we had a fantastic day fishing. We booked the 6 hour trip and it was the perfect experience....
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Kevin S.
Hortonville, WI
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

4 hour trip with Captain Tommy!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on April 3, 2023
We did a 4 hour trip that included trolling for mackerel. The weather was not on our side with stronger than forecast winds. ...
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Rustin J.
Dandridge, TN
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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6 hr Trip

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip – High Season on July 15, 2023
We asked prior to departure to catch bigger game fish and a few grocery fish. Captain Tommy did just that, going out to catch...
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