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.



Trip availability and prices

  • 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)
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $1,080
    Inshore trolling with possible shark fishing. If you don't have a lot of time but are eager to get some fishing done, this is the trip for you. 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)
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $1,080
    Inshore trolling with possible shark fishing. If you don't have a lot of time but are eager to get some fishing done, this is the trip for you. Rods, reels, and terminal tackle are included in the trip price.
  • Private trip
    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
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $1,200
    Inshore trolling with possible shark fishing. If you don't have a lot of time but are eager to get some fishing done, this is the trip for you. 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)
    Price for up to 6 persons
    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)
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $1,800
    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
    Targeted fish
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Snapper (Red)
    Red Snapper
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Snapper (Vermilion)
    Vermilion Snapper
  • 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)
    Price for up to 6 persons
    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
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $2,400
    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)
    Price for up to 6 persons
    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
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $3,000
    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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Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 205 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
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Brad L.
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Christmas Eve Triple Slammer!

VERIFIED   NEW  3/4 Day Trip on December 23, 2024
One of the best charters I’ve ever done! Took my son and son-in-law on this trip. Even catching bait fish was a blast. We...
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Todd S.
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5.0 / 5
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LOOK NO FURTHER, this is the one

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip – High Season on June 5, 2024
We caught our first red snapper immediately after reaching the fishing hole. We caught our limit on red snapper and a variety...
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Jerry R.
Excellent
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Best Trip to date!

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip on May 22, 2024
My family and I have been fishing Destin for about 8 years now.  I booked with Tommy for the first time.  All I can say is...
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Robert A.
Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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These Guys Are The Best !!

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip – High Season on July 10, 2024
My daughter and I went out on the Blue Runner II for a 6 hour trip. (Highly recommend the 6Hr) Tommy and Don had us on...
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VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on May 29, 2024
Captain Tommy and his mate Don were awesome, caught a 400+ pound bull shark and broke another one off that was probably bigger,...
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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 $1,200 per group - Half Day Trip (AM) - High Season (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
  • 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

Your operator

Blue Runner II INC.
Destin, Florida, United States
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205 Customer reviews
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Member since March 2018
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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
Grouper (Gag) Gag Grouper
King Mackerel (Kingfish) King Mackerel (Kingfish)

What the boat is 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

Which types of fishing are offered

Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
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
Air Conditioning
GPS
Furuno (2)
Fishfinder
Furuno
Bed
Flybridge

What’s included in the trip price

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

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.

What the listing policies are

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

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.

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