Explore the waters of Destin, one of the nation’s most productive fisheries, with Vengeance Charters and land your next trophy! Captain Matthew Pearson has spent years chasing Marlin, and he uses that expertise to show people just how exciting fishing can be.

Not only does he have experience, but your guide also has an excellent boat that will be your ride and fishing platform. Climb aboard his 48’ G&S sport fisher equipped with twin 600 HP Fiat engines that make it stable and swift on the waves. She’s a smooth fishing machine with plenty of room to accommodate up to 6 people.

On board, you’ll find everything you need for a bountiful fishing trip – outriggers to extend your reach, a flybridge to spot fish from afar, and all the fishing equipment you’ll need. Because there’s a private toilet and plenty of seating, you’ll travel in full comfort.

Capt. Matthew offers a variety of angling expeditions, and you make your choice depending on your targeted species. On nearshore trips, you’ll focus on fishing for different Grouper and Snapper. On the offshore trips, anything from Marlin and Sailfish to Mahi Mahi, King Mackerel, and Wahoo is in the cards.

While Capt. Matthew is taking you to the secret fish hideouts, the friendly first mate will assist you with everything. He will even clean the catch for you after the trip. For his efforts, tips are much appreciated.

Come with your whole family or gather a group of close angling buddies and find out how Destin came to be called “the luckiest fishing village.” Vengeance Charters and Capt. Matthew are ready to put you on the bite of your life!



Trip availability and prices

  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip AM
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    Seasonal trip Sep 1 - Feb 28
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $1,000
    Wake up with the sun and go for a short but sweet 4-hour trip in Destin's nearshore waters. Fish for Red Snapper( which are open to harvest in June and July ) mingo snapper black snapper and several other snapper species, several different kinds of grouper(some of which might be out of season and have to be let go) , King Mackerel, Spanish mackerel and several small varieties of tuna, SHARKS!!!! and many more. It's recommended to show up 15 minutes before the trip and pack drinks and snacks.
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip PM Trolling & Shark
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 12:30 PM
    Seasonal trip Nov 9 - Feb 28
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $1,000
    Spend your afternoon on the Destin waters and go after sharks, and troll for other species such as Spanish mackerel. Come 15 minutes early, so that you can get to know the crew and come aboard. Your captain will take care of the fishing licenses, rods, reels, tackle, and live bait. You only need to bring snacks, drinks, and sunscreen.
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip 2.30 PM Shark/Trolling
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 2:30 PM
    Seasonal trip Jun 26 - Oct 31
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $1,100
    Spend your afternoon on the Destin waters and go after sharks, and troll for other species such as Spanish mackerel. Come 15 minutes early, so that you can get to know the crew and come aboard. Your captain will take care of the fishing licenses, rods, reels, tackle, and live bait. You only need to bring snacks, drinks, and sunscreen.
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip AM Trolling/Shark
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 5:30 AM
    Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Aug 31
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $1,200
    Wake up with the sun and go for a short but sweet 4-hour trip in Destin's nearshore waters. Fish for Red Snapper( which are open to harvest in June and July ) mingo snapper black snapper and several other snapper species, several different kinds of grouper(some of which might be out of season and have to be let go) , King Mackerel, Spanish mackerel and several small varieties of tuna, SHARKS!!!! and many more. It's recommended to show up 15 minutes before the trip and pack drinks and snacks.
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip AM Spring
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    Seasonal trip Mar 1 - May 31
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $1,200
    Wake up with the sun and go for a short but sweet 4-hour trip in Destin's nearshore waters. Fish for Red Snapper( which are open to harvest in June and July ) mingo snapper black snapper and several other snapper species, several different kinds of grouper(some of which might be out of season and have to be let go) , King Mackerel, Spanish mackerel and several small varieties of tuna, SHARKS!!!! and many more. It's recommended to show up 15 minutes before the trip and pack drinks and snacks.
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip PM Spring
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 12:30 PM
    Seasonal trip Mar 1 - May 31
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $1,200
    Spend your afternoon on the Destin waters and go after sharks, and troll for other species such as Spanish mackerel. Come 15 minutes early, so that you can get to know the crew and come aboard. Your captain will take care of the fishing licenses, rods, reels, tackle, and live bait. You only need to bring snacks, drinks, and sunscreen.
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Shark Trip 6.30PM
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 PM
    Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Aug 31
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $1,200
    This is an evening Shark fishing trip. Come enjoy the thrill and fight of Shark!
  • Private trip
    5 Hour Trip AM
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Sep 1 - Mar 1
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $1,250
    A 5 hour trip will give you enough time to hit the Destin's nearshore waters and target several different species. You'll fish for different species of Snapper (including Red Snapper when in season), King Mackerel and Spanish Mackerel and more. It's recommended to show up 15 minutes before the trip and pack drinks and snacks.
  • Private trip
    5 Hour Trip PM
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 12:30 PM
    Seasonal trip Nov 9 - Feb 28
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $1,250
    A 5-hour trip will give you enough time to hit Destin's nearshore waters and target several different species. You'll fish for different species of Grouper (Gag, Snowy, Scamp, Red), Snapper (including Red Snapper when in season), King Mackerel, and more. It's recommended to show up 15 minutes before the trip and pack drinks and snacks.
  • Private trip
    5 Hour Trip 2.30 PM
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 2:30 PM
    Seasonal trip Oct 12 - Oct 31
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $1,350
    A 5-hour trip will give you enough time to hit Destin's nearshore waters and target several different species. You'll fish for different species of Grouper (Gag, Snowy, Scamp, Red), Snapper (including Red Snapper when in season), King Mackerel, and more. It's recommended to show up 15 minutes before the trip and pack drinks and snacks.
  • Private trip
    5 Hour Trip AM High Season
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 5:30 AM
    Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Aug 31
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $1,500
    A 5-hour trip will give you enough time to hit Destin's nearshore waters and target several different species. You'll fish for a variety of Snapper (including Red Snapper when in season), King Mackerel, and more. It's recommended to show up 15 minutes before the trip and pack drinks and snacks.
  • Private trip
    5 Hour Trip AM Spring
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Mar 2 - May 31
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $1,500
    A 5 hour trip will give you enough time to hit the Destin's nearshore waters and target several different species. You'll fish for different species of Snapper (including Red Snapper when in season), King Mackerel and Spanish Mackerel and more. It's recommended to show up 15 minutes before the trip and pack drinks and snacks.
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip AM
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Sep 1 - Mar 31
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $1,500
    Head out early in the morning and go chasing a variety of nearshore species calling the Gulf of Mexico their home. Snappers, Groupers, and Jacks are all in the cards.
  • Private trip
    5 Hour Trip PM High Season
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 12:30 PM
    Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Aug 31
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $1,500
    On a 5 hour trip you will fish the Destin waters for varieties of Snapper (Mingo, Black and Red when in season), Spanish Mackerel and King Mackerel. Come 15 minutes early, so that you can get to know the crew and come aboard. Your captain will take care of the fishing licenses, rods, reels, tackle, and live bait. You only need to bring snacks, drinks, and sunscreen. The departure is also possible at 2:30 p.m.
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip PM
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 12:30 PM
    Seasonal trip Sep 1 - Mar 1
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $1,500
    Spend 6 hours chasing nearshore favorites on the productive waters of the Gulf of Mexico. Jack, Snapper, and Grouper are all in the cards.
  • Private trip
    5 Hour Trip PM Spring
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 2:30 PM
    Seasonal trip Mar 2 - May 31
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $1,500
    A 5-hour trip will give you enough time to hit Destin's nearshore waters and target several different species. You'll fish for different species of Grouper (Gag, Snowy, Scamp, Red), Snapper (including Red Snapper when in season), King Mackerel, and more. It's recommended to show up 15 minutes before the trip and pack drinks and snacks.
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip 2.30pm
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 2:30 PM
    Seasonal trip Sep 1 - May 31
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $1,500
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip AM High Season
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 5:30 AM
    Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Aug 31
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $1,800
    Watch the sunrise as you head out to these productive waters that are home to Grouper, Jack, and Snapper.
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip AM Spring
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Mar 2 - May 31
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $1,800
    Head out early in the morning and go chasing a variety of nearshore species calling the Gulf of Mexico their home. Snappers, Groupers, and Jacks are all in the cards.
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip 12.30 pm High Season
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 12:30 PM
    Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Aug 31
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $1,800
    Spend 6 hours chasing nearshore favorites on the productive waters of the Gulf of Mexico. Jack, Snapper, and Grouper are all in the cards.
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip PM Spring
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 12:30 PM
    Seasonal trip Mar 2 - May 31
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $1,800
    Spend 6 hours chasing nearshore favorites on the productive waters of the Gulf of Mexico. Jack, Snapper, and Grouper are all in the cards.
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip 2.30pm High Season
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 2:30 PM
    Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Aug 31
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $1,800
  • Private trip
    8 Hour Trip (AM) High Season
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 5:30 AM
    Seasonal trip Mar 1 - Aug 31
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $2,400
    An 8-hour trip starting at 5:30 a.m.
  • Private trip
    8 Hour Trip (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Nov 1 - Feb 28
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $2,400
    An 8-hour trip starting at 6:30 a.m.
  • Private trip
    8 Hour Trip (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 12:30 PM
    Seasonal trip Nov 1 - Feb 28
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $2,400
    An 8-hour trip in the afternoon.
  • Private trip
    8 Hour Trip (PM) High Season
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 12:30 PM
    Seasonal trip Mar 1 - Aug 31
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $2,400
    An 8-hour trip in the afternoon.
  • Private trip
    10 Hour Trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    10 Hour Trip, starts at 5:30 AM
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $3,000
    If you've set your sight on catching a trophy, this 10-hour expedition is a good way to make it happen! Capt. Matthew will take you to the deep offshore water, where you can chase prized Marlin and Sailfish. Wahoo, Mahi Mahi, and more are also in the cards. Remember to bring a cooler with drinks and food.
  • Private trip
    12 Hour Trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    12 Hour Trip, starts at 5:30 AM
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $3,600
    On this trip, you can do a bit of everything. Prowl the nearshore waters for Snappers and Groupers, and then head out toward the horizon to find majestic Sailfish, Marlin, Mahi Mahi, King Mackerel, and Wahoo. Everything you'll need for the trip is sunscreen, plenty of food, and drinks, of course.
  • Private trip
    18 Hour Trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    18 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $5,400
    An 18-hour trip starting at 12:00am
  • Private trip
    24 Hour Trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    24 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $7,200
    A 24-hour trip starting at 6:00 pm
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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 193 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Good experience
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Friendly captain
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Recommend this charter
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Appropriate for children
94%
Satisfied with the boat
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Steve H.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

6 hr trip with Vengeance Charters

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip AM High Season on June 21, 2024
We had a last minute need to book because our trip got cancelled earlier in the week with a different charter due to bad water/weather...
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Charles C.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

OMG! What a day!!!!!

VERIFIED   4 Hour Shark Trip 6.30PM on June 11, 2024
Best fishing trip ever.  The captain was very knowledgeable and super helpful. We caught a bunch of bait fish, which in itself...
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Leslie S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Best crew in Destin!!!

VERIFIED   8 Hour Trip (AM) High Season on June 26, 2024
Both Matthew and Camrin worked their tails off today. Matthew kept us on fish and moved to better areas when the fish stopped...
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Mick I.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great Trip

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip 2.30pm on October 7, 2024
Captain Matt and AJ were awesome. Very knowledgeable and funny to fish with. We caught fish and were not disappointed at all....
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Mike H.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Awesome Trip

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip 2.30 PM on July 8, 2024
Captain Matt and crew were committed to making our trip fun for the entire family. They were extremely polite, respectful,...
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FAQs about Vengeance Charters

Vengeance Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $1,000 per group - 4 Hour Trip AM (4 hours)
  • US $1,000 per group - 4 Hour Trip PM Trolling & Shark (4 hours)
  • US $1,100 per group - 4 Hour Trip 2.30 PM Shark/Trolling (4 hours)
  • US $1,200 per group - 4 Hour Trip AM Trolling/Shark (4 hours)
  • US $1,200 per group - 4 Hour Trip AM Spring (4 hours)
  • US $1,200 per group - 4 Hour Trip PM Spring (4 hours)
  • US $1,200 per group - 4 Hour Shark Trip 6.30PM (4 hours)
  • US $1,250 per group - 5 Hour Trip AM (5 hours)
  • US $1,250 per group - 5 Hour Trip PM (5 hours)
  • US $1,350 per group - 5 Hour Trip 2.30 PM (5 hours)
  • US $1,500 per group - 5 Hour Trip AM High Season (5 hours)
  • US $1,500 per group - 5 Hour Trip AM Spring (5 hours)
  • US $1,500 per group - 6 Hour Trip AM (6 hours)
  • US $1,500 per group - 5 Hour Trip PM High Season (5 hours)
  • US $1,500 per group - 6 Hour Trip PM (6 hours)
  • US $1,500 per group - 5 Hour Trip PM Spring (5 hours)
  • US $1,500 per group - 6 Hour Trip 2.30pm (6 hours)
  • US $1,800 per group - 6 Hour Trip AM High Season (6 hours)
  • US $1,800 per group - 6 Hour Trip AM Spring (6 hours)
  • US $1,800 per group - 6 Hour Trip 12.30 pm High Season (6 hours)
  • US $1,800 per group - 6 Hour Trip PM Spring (6 hours)
  • US $1,800 per group - 6 Hour Trip 2.30pm High Season (6 hours)
  • US $2,400 per group - 8 Hour Trip (AM) High Season (8 hours)
  • US $2,400 per group - 8 Hour Trip (AM) (8 hours)
  • US $2,400 per group - 8 Hour Trip (PM) (8 hours)
  • US $2,400 per group - 8 Hour Trip (PM) High Season (8 hours)
  • US $3,000 per group - 10 Hour Trip (10 hours)
  • US $3,600 per group - 12 Hour Trip (12 hours)
  • US $5,400 per group - 18 Hour Trip (18 hours)
  • US $7,200 per group - 24 Hour Trip (24 hours)

When you book a trip with Vengeance Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet The toilet is in the bathroom!
  • Air Conditioning
  • Fighting Chair
  • GPS three of them
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Flybridge
  • Live Bait Well
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Multimedia System XM radio satellite TV DVD player Xbox 360
  • Outriggers
  • Tuna Tubes
  • Ice Box
  • Radar

Trips booked with Vengeance Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait (sometimes fish for it first)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (comes with a tip)
  • First Mate (The customary tip amount for the mates is 20% of the total cost of the trip! A first mate is always available! )
  • Fishing License (A fishing license is not required for the trip! )

Vengeance Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing (The distance off shore depends on the length of the trip! The longer the trip the farther off shore we will go. )
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing

Vengeance Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Kite Fishing
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Vengeance Charters include:
  • Amberjack
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Grouper (Gag)
  • Grouper (Red)
  • Grouper (Scamp)
  • Grouper (Snowy)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Marlin (Blue)
  • Marlin (White)
  • Sailfish
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Wahoo

Your captain

Matthew Pearson
Destin, Florida, United States
ID & license verified
193 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since April 2019
Fishing is in Captain Matthew Pearson's veins, and ever since he could hold a rod, he fished Choctawhatchee Bay. He got his first boat when he was only 11 years old, and he spent every free moment on the water. Capt. Matthew started working as a mate when he was only 14, and by the time he was 20, he already earned his 100 Ton Masters Captain’s License. But the moment he caught his first Blue Marlin was when everything changed. From that point, he dedicated his life to chasing Billfish all around the world and has been incredibly successful in various fishing tournaments. Today, Capt. Matthew loves sharing his ample experience with his clients in Destin and putting them on great fish.

The fish you can target

Amberjack Amberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi) Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Grouper (Gag) Gag Grouper
Grouper (Red) Red Grouper

What the boat is like

Boat Image
Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
48 ft
Year built
1984
Restored in
2022
Boat manufacturer
Fiat
Boat type
Sportfishing

Engine model
Fiat
Powered by
2 x 600HP

Which types of fishing are offered

Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
The distance off shore depends on the length of the trip! The longer the trip the farther off shore we will go.
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Jigging
Popping
Kite Fishing
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
The toilet is in the bathroom!
Air Conditioning
Fighting Chair
GPS
three of them
Fishfinder
Bed

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
sometimes fish for it first
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
comes with a tip
First Mate
The customary tip amount for the mates is 20% of the total cost of the trip! A first mate is always available!
Fishing License
A fishing license is not required for the trip!

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
There are no age limits!
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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