Emerald Coast Charters 

4.8/5 (162 reviews)
 76 Harbor Boulevard, Destin, FL 32541, United States

Emerald Coast Charters 

4.8/5 (162 reviews)
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76 Harbor Boulevard
Destin, FL, United States
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Emerald Coast Charters believes that everyone should be catching fish in abundance. That said, whatever your angling ambitions might be, Capt. Brandy Miles and her crew will help you find your match.

Brandy is one of Destin’s few lady captains. She works with a crew of professional anglers who share the same values and work hard to put their clients on top of the hottest bite.

Join them in the “World’s Luckiest Fishing Village” aboard the ‘5th Day.’
She is a 40’ Guidry saltwater fishing boat that can carry up to 6 anglers. The 5th Day comes powered by twin 4-53N Detroit Diesel engines and was fully overhauled in 2010. She is outfitted with modern navigational and fishfinding electronics to build up a clear image of where the fish are hiding. The 5th Day features a restroom and a sleeping area, along with an air-conditioned cabin and professional accessories.

The crew of Emerald Coast Charters embraces every sea-dwelling species to make sure you and your family have a “full Destin experience.” The captain will show you her tricks of the trade to land anything that is in season and biting, including Amberjack, Kingfish, Spanish Mackerel, Red Snapper, Grouper, Mahi Mahi, Tuna, Wahoo, Bonito, and Shark to name a few.

Light tackle fishing for several species including Striped Bass, Bluefish, Black Sea Bass, Fluke, Summer Flounder, False Albacore, Bonito, and Tuna. If your attraction is fly fishing and you wish to bring your own equipment we can put you in a position to be successful on the long rod.

Your trip will include the use of light tackle for trolling and Penn gear for bottom fishing. When you are done catching, all keeper fish will be cleaned free of charge. You will also be able to catch your own bait as part of the trip.

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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.8/5
out of 5 stars from 162 reviews
Boat
4.6/5
Crew
4.9/5
Experience
4.9/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (165)

Fantastic Outing for Family of Four!
Fantastic Outing for Family of Four!
Fantastic Outing for Family of Four!
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Angler rating

144
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3
1
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Anglers claimed

Good experience

94%

Appropriate for children

94%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

95%

Recommend this charter

96%

Caught fish

95%

Showing 1 - 5 of 162 reviews
Showing: 5 of 162 reviews
Kris B.
Kris B.
5.0/5

Oct 15, 2025

4 Hour Trip – Spring Special

Fantastic Outing for Family of Four!

VERIFIED
NEW

This was our first Florida charter, and the first time our kids had been on the ocean. Captain Jimmy made sure my girls saw plenty of fish, and we had a great time! it was mid October and we caught tuna, king mackerel, scamp grouper and some trigger. We had a fantastic time, making lifelong memories and would definitely charter with fifth day again.

This was our first Florida charter, and the first time our kids had been on the ocean. Captain Jimmy made sure my girls saw plenty...  

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 Kris B. recommends Emerald Coast Charters
 Kris B. recommends Emerald Coast Charters

David C.
David C.
5.0/5

Oct 14, 2025

6 Hour Trip – Spring Special

Great Trip! Great Value!

VERIFIED
NEW

Captain Jimmy and Alto worked hard to find and get us on the fish! They made it great fun and made sure we got our money’s worth. They even made a great recommendation for our “catch and cook” at a nearby restaurant to finish off our day. Would highly recommend! we look forward to fishing with them again.

Captain Jimmy and Alto worked hard to find and get us on the fish! They made it great fun and made sure we got our money’s worth....  

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 David C. recommends Emerald Coast Charters
 David C. recommends Emerald Coast Charters

Ken D.
Ken D.
5.0/5

Aug 5, 2025

5 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing (PM)

Great captain and crew. Wonderful experience for the kids.

VERIFIED

Captain Brandi began by asking our goals for our trip and then delivered beyond our expectations. Girl dads (and girl grand dads) take note…Brandi, the only female captain in Destin, makes a connection with your girls (ours are 7&10) and is caring and encouraging. Nick the deckhand was incredibly patient and accommodating. Nick will make a great captain one day. Would not hesitate to book with Captain Brandi in the future!!

Captain Brandi began by asking our goals for our trip and then delivered beyond our expectations. Girl dads (and girl grand dads)...  

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 Ken D. recommends Emerald Coast Charters
 Ken D. recommends Emerald Coast Charters

Jephrey S.
Jephrey S.
5.0/5

Apr 8, 2025

6 Hour Trip – Spring Special

German Extravaganza

VERIFIED

We are exceptionally happy with Captain Jimmy and AJ. They took great care of us. We had a friend visiting from Germany who is an avid fisherwoman. She was very enthusiastic about the opportunity to fish from Destin harbor. They were very accommodating to overcome the slight language barrier, and worked very hard to make sure that she was able to experience as much as possible. In the end she was able to catch over a dozen different species of fish. The next time that we are thinking about another fishing charter, this will be the first place that we contact.

We are exceptionally happy with Captain Jimmy and AJ. They took great care of us. We had a friend visiting from Germany who...  

 Jephrey S. recommends Emerald Coast Charters
 Jephrey S. recommends Emerald Coast Charters

GARY S.
GARY S.
5.0/5

May 28, 2025

6 Hour Trip – Spring Special

Destin fishing end of May 2025

VERIFIED

Captain Jimmy and first mate Coleman were at the dock when we arrived. Captain Jimmy put us on fish quickly and Coleman was there when we needed help with bait or reels. Caught a lot of fish but some were too small. We did get to keep a few to take home for a cookout. Over all it was a great day for my son, grandson and myself and we would go back out with Cap Jimmy anytime.

Captain Jimmy and first mate Coleman were at the dock when we arrived. Captain Jimmy put us on fish quickly and Coleman was there...  

 GARY S. recommends Emerald Coast Charters
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 GARY S. recommends Emerald Coast Charters
1 person finds this review helpful

Trip availability and prices

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4 Hour Trip – Spring Special
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip Oct 1 - May 31
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US $800 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
5 Hour Trip – Trolling (AM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
5 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
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US $1,000 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
4 Hour Trip – Trolling (Noon)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
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US $1,000 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
4hr FAMILY FUN
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
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US $1,200 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 Hour Trip – Spring Special
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip Oct 1 - May 31
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US $1,200 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
4 Hour Trip – Trolling (PM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 3:00 PM
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US $1,200 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
5 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing (AM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
5 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Aug 31
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US $1,250 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
5 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing (PM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
5 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
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US $1,250 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
5 Hour Trip – Trolling (PM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
5 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
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US $1,250 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
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US $1,500 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
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US $1,500 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 Hour Trip – Family Fun
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 12:30 PM
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US $1,500 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
7 Hour Trip – Combo
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
7 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
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US $1,750 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
10 Hour Trip – Combo
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US $2,600 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.8/5
out of 5 stars from 162 reviews
Boat
4.6/5
Crew
4.9/5
Experience
4.9/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (165)

Fantastic Outing for Family of Four!
Fantastic Outing for Family of Four!
Fantastic Outing for Family of Four!
+162

Angler rating

144
11
3
1
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

94%

Appropriate for children

94%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

95%

Recommend this charter

96%

Caught fish

95%

Showing 1 - 5 of 162 reviews
Showing: 5 of 162 reviews
Kris B.
Kris B.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Fantastic Outing for Family of Four!

VERIFIED
NEW

4 Hour Trip – Spring Special on October 15, 2025

This was our first Florida charter, and the first time our kids had been on the ocean. Captain Jimmy made sure my girls saw plenty of fish, and we had a great time! it was mid October and we caught tuna, king mackerel, scamp grouper and some trigger. We had a fantastic time, making lifelong memories and would definitely charter with fifth day again.

This was our first Florida charter, and the first time our kids had been on the ocean. Captain Jimmy made sure my girls saw plenty of fish, and we had a great time! it was mid October and we caught tuna, king mackerel, scamp grouper and some trigger. We had a fantastic time, making lifelong memories and would definitely charter with fifth day again.  

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David C.
David C.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great Trip! Great Value!

VERIFIED
NEW

6 Hour Trip – Spring Special on October 14, 2025

Captain Jimmy and Alto worked hard to find and get us on the fish! They made it great fun and made sure we got our money’s worth. They even made a great recommendation for our “catch and cook” at a nearby restaurant to finish off our day. Would highly recommend! we look forward to fishing with them again.

Captain Jimmy and Alto worked hard to find and get us on the fish! They made it great fun and made sure we got our money’s worth. They even made a great recommendation for our “catch and cook” at a nearby restaurant to finish off our day. Would highly recommend! we look forward to fishing with them again.  

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 David C. recommends Emerald Coast Charters

Ken D.
Ken D.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great captain and crew. Wonderful experience for the kids.

VERIFIED

5 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing (PM) on August 5, 2025

Captain Brandi began by asking our goals for our trip and then delivered beyond our expectations. Girl dads (and girl grand dads) take note…Brandi, the only female captain in Destin, makes a connection with your girls (ours are 7&10) and is caring and encouraging. Nick the deckhand was incredibly patient and accommodating. Nick will make a great captain one day. Would not hesitate to book with Captain Brandi in the future!!

Captain Brandi began by asking our goals for our trip and then delivered beyond our expectations. Girl dads (and girl grand dads) take note…Brandi, the only female captain in Destin, makes a connection with your girls (ours are 7&10) and is caring and encouraging. Nick the deckhand was incredibly patient and accommodating. Nick will make a great captain one day. Would not hesitate to book with Captain Brandi in the future!!  

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 Ken D. recommends Emerald Coast Charters

Jephrey S.
Jephrey S.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

German Extravaganza

VERIFIED

6 Hour Trip – Spring Special on April 8, 2025

We are exceptionally happy with Captain Jimmy and AJ. They took great care of us. We had a friend visiting from Germany who is an avid fisherwoman. She was very enthusiastic about the opportunity to fish from Destin harbor. They were very accommodating to overcome the slight language barrier, and worked very hard to make sure that she was able to experience as much as possible. In the end she was able to catch over a dozen different species of fish. The next time that we are thinking about another fishing charter, this will be the first place that we contact.

We are exceptionally happy with Captain Jimmy and AJ. They took great care of us. We had a friend visiting from Germany who is an avid fisherwoman. She was very enthusiastic about the opportunity to fish from Destin harbor. They were very accommodating to overcome the slight language barrier, and worked very hard to make sure that she was able to experience as much as possible. In the end she was able to catch over a dozen different species of fish. The next time that we are thinking about...  

 Jephrey S. recommends Emerald Coast Charters

GARY S.
GARY S.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Destin fishing end of May 2025

VERIFIED

6 Hour Trip – Spring Special on May 28, 2025

Captain Jimmy and first mate Coleman were at the dock when we arrived. Captain Jimmy put us on fish quickly and Coleman was there when we needed help with bait or reels. Caught a lot of fish but some were too small. We did get to keep a few to take home for a cookout. Over all it was a great day for my son, grandson and myself and we would go back out with Cap Jimmy anytime.

Captain Jimmy and first mate Coleman were at the dock when we arrived. Captain Jimmy put us on fish quickly and Coleman was there when we needed help with bait or reels. Caught a lot of fish but some were too small. We did get to keep a few to take home for a cookout. Over all it was a great day for my son, grandson and myself and we would go back out with Cap Jimmy anytime.  

 GARY S. recommends Emerald Coast Charters
1 person finds this review helpful

FAQs about Emerald Coast Charters

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
40 ft
Year built
1969
Restored in
2010
Boat manufacturer
Guidry's Marine
Boat type
Sportfishing

Engine model
Detroit Diesel
Powered by
2 x 140HP
Max cruising speed
11 knots
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