Affordable Fishing on Lucky Lina offers light tackle and live bait deep sea fishing adventures. Explore the finest fishing spots and the hottest bite on the Gulf Coast. Enjoy the rod-bending action with your family and friends. Fish with the locals like the locals!

Capt. Steve and his deckhand can turn even the coldest day into a hot fishing trip. They will put their talent to work for you and guide you through the basics before you make the first cast. The crew are also great with kids - there is nothing better than putting a smile on a child’s face!

Your adventure will begin a couple of minutes after you leave the dock. You will be trolling or fishing for live bait. Catching bait is a lot of fun for younger anglers! When you are done, the captain and the crew will take you to their own secret honey holes that they build themselves.

Affordable Fishing on Lucky Lina has tailored a variety of packages to meet your specific needs. Troll for Kingfish and Tuna, target Amberjack, Red Snapper, Triggerfish, Cobia, Spanish Mackerel, and Bonito. Try bottom fishing as soon as you’re done with trolling. Or just combine both!

Test yourself in deep dropping up to 250’ for bottom fish in federal waters, fish the reefs and wrecks targeting retainable fish including red snapper when the season allows.

All of that magic happens aboard the ‘Lucky Lina,’ a vintage 33’ Bertram sport fisher. A seaworthy vessel with (2) 280 HP Caterpillar engines and plenty of space for up to 6 anglers. The Lucky Lina is outfitted with quality electronics for fish locating

All trips include gear, tackle, lures, fish bags, and the licenses. The crew will clean the catch that you decide to bring home with you. You only need to bring your own food and drinks.

Affordable Fishing on Lucky Lina aims to please. You lose your bait or catch a fish or… the Captain moves the boat. It’s that simple!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    4 HR Trolling
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $750
    October special where you have the opportunity, to catch big game, & action targeting members of the tuna,billfish & mackerel family also!
    Targeted fish
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Sailfish
    Sailfish
    Little Tunny (False Albacore)
    Little Tunny (False Albacore)
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
    Tuna (Blackfin)
    Blackfin Tuna
  • Private trip
    Taste of the Deep-sea!
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    US $825
    Enough time if the weather cooperates to get to federal water Realistic chance to catch something big in tasty! Ideal for first timers or folks who want to have plenty of time for other activities in the day.?
    Targeted fish
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Snapper (Red)
    Red Snapper
    Little Tunny (False Albacore)
    Little Tunny (False Albacore)
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
    Snapper (Vermilion)
    Vermilion Snapper
  • Private trip
    5 hr special
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    US $995
    Long enough to bottom fish or troll
    Targeted fish
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Little Tunny (False Albacore)
    Little Tunny (False Albacore)
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
    Snapper (Vermilion)
    Vermilion Snapper
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip – Trolling/Bottom
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    US $1,195
    This trip allows you to target reef fish with bonus catches often such as Mahi Mahi, Tuna, Mackerel, Cobia, Shark, and many other exciting species depending on the season. This is also a perfect trip for getting the most out of the Red Snapper season! It leaves your afternoon available for more fun!
  • Private trip
    7 Hour Trip – Captain's Choice
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    7 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    US $1,350
    This is Capt. Steven's most popular trip! This 7-hour adventure will take you offshore at an inshore price and it is the best value trip to still reach your offshore grounds while leaving part of the day for other activities! It allows you more time to get more catches. Bottom fish or troll for a variety of species, including big Red Snapper (june to aug season), Amberjack, Cobia, Kingfish, Bonito, Grouper, and many more.
    Targeted fish
    Amberjack
    Amberjack
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Sailfish
    Sailfish
    Little Tunny (False Albacore)
    Little Tunny (False Albacore)
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
    Grouper (Gag)
    Gag Grouper
    Jack (Almaco)
    Almaco Jack
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
    Tuna (Blackfin)
    Blackfin Tuna
    Snapper (Vermilion)
    Vermilion Snapper
  • Private trip
    8 Hour Trip – Deep Sea
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    US $1,595
    Trolling for pelagics on the way to secret reefs & wrecks for all bottom species.
    Targeted fish
    Amberjack
    Amberjack
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Sailfish
    Sailfish
    Little Tunny (False Albacore)
    Little Tunny (False Albacore)
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
    Grouper (Gag)
    Gag Grouper
    Jack (Almaco)
    Almaco Jack
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
    Tuna (Blackfin)
    Blackfin Tuna
    Snapper (Vermilion)
    Vermilion Snapper
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FAQs about Affordable Fishing on Lucky Lina

Affordable Fishing on Lucky Lina offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $750 per group - 4 HR Trolling (4 hours)
  • US $825 per group - Taste of the Deep-sea! (4 hours)
  • US $995 per group - 5 hr special (5 hours)
  • US $1,195 per group - 6 Hour Trip – Trolling/Bottom (6 hours)
  • US $1,350 per group - 7 Hour Trip – Captain's Choice (7 hours)
  • US $1,595 per group - 8 Hour Trip – Deep Sea (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Affordable Fishing on Lucky Lina, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder LCD sonar
  • Bed
  • Flybridge
  • Live Bait Well
  • Ice Box Seperate for fish & food/drinks
  • Radar Chartplotter

Trips booked with Affordable Fishing on Lucky Lina include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait (We catch or you purchase if available)
  • Lures (Pulled ALWAYS on way out & in regardless of speed)
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Drinks (request at additional cost)
  • First Mate (Together our local experience > 55 yrs experience )
  • Fishing License (Everyone covered, all ages)

Affordable Fishing on Lucky Lina offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing (Inlet & some bay when too rough in Gulf)
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing (LG Marlin, Tuna are rarity)
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing

Affordable Fishing on Lucky Lina offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Affordable Fishing on Lucky Lina include:
  • Amberjack
  • Cobia
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Jack (Almaco)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Little Tunny (False Albacore)
  • Sailfish
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Snapper (Vermilion)
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Tuna (Blackfin)
  • Wahoo

Meet the Captain

Steven Lathi
Destin, Florida, United States
49 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
318 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since January 2015
Never got to fish, always wanted to try, went all in, never looked back. I fished avidly from the Northeast Canyons to the Florida Keys. I have been fishing waters off Destin for 30 years. I love my job & "office"!!

About this listing

Targeted species

Amberjack Amberjack
Cobia Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi) Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Jack (Almaco) Almaco Jack

Boat specs

Bertram (Sportfishing) originally built in 1980, and restored in 2008. Powered by 2 560HP Caterpillar engines, with a maximum cruising speed of 20 knots.

Length
33 ft
Capacity
6 persons

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Inlet & some bay when too rough in Gulf
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
LG Marlin, Tuna are rarity
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Deep Sea Fishing

Amenities

Toilet
GPS
Fishfinder
LCD sonar
Bed
Flybridge
Live Bait Well

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
We catch or you purchase if available
Lures
Pulled ALWAYS on way out & in regardless of speed
Catch cleaning & filleting
Drinks
request at additional cost
First Mate
Together our local experience > 55 yrs experience
Fishing License
Everyone covered, all ages

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 14 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 14 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
WE LOVE KIDS!!!
You Keep Catch
Excess catch Capt. donates
Catch and Release Allowed
True, but nothing goes to waste
Disabled Accessible
Need advanced notice

Payment

Pay online in full

Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.

No additional fees.
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
Checks
Bank Transfer

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.4 / 5
out of 5 stars from 317 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.1 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.6 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.5 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (239)
5 hour trip
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Fishing with Steven
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Angler rating
212
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9
9
Anglers claimed
Good experience
88%
Friendly captain
94%
Recommend this charter
90%
Appropriate for children
89%
Satisfied with the boat
89%
Caught fish
85%
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Adam R.
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5.0 / 5
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Fishing with Steven

VERIFIED   5 hr special on July 6, 2023
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Ben R.
Bean Station, TN
Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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Father and son trip

VERIFIED   8 Hour Trip – Deep Sea on July 22, 2023
Had a great time with Steve and Brian. We did an 8 hr trip with never doing this before. Captain Steve did a great job getting...
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Garrett T.
Excellent
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Experience:
Excellent
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
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5 hour trip

VERIFIED   5 hr special on October 17, 2023
We had a group of 3 adults and 1 kid on our trip. Caught a few nice fish including a Gag Grouper. Missed on a few big bites,...
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Christy G.
Longview, TX
Excellent
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Excellent
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Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Lucky Lina 6 hour fishing charter

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip – Trolling/Bottom on June 8, 2023
We were a 5 person group (2 experienced fishers, 3 with little to no fishing experience) and all had a great time! Captain...
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Natalie S.
Swamp Branch, KY
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
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Fishing with Steven

VERIFIED   8 Hour Trip – Deep Sea on July 26, 2023
We always go fishing on vacation, it’s something special I do with my grandson. This was by far the best trip yet, the Captain...
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