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Emerald Coast Anglers

(88) In demand!
Legendary Marina Drive
Destin FL, United States

Emerald Coast Anglers invites you to explore the beautiful waters in Destin, the heart of the Florida Panhandle. Whether you are after a fun time with your family and friends in the bay or want to check the bite inshore in the Gulf, you have found the right place.

Every trip with Captain Mac is a personalized experience. You will be guided through the basics before you make your first cast. Beginner to experienced angler, everyone is welcome to join in the adventure.

No matter which time of year you decide to check the waters of the ‘World’s Luckiest Fishing Village’, there is always something in season and biting. Fish with light tackle in the Choctawhatchee Bay’s grass flats and the waters around the Intracoastal Waterways. Go for Redfish, Speckled Trout, and Flounder. Anchor near local docks and bridges and target Black Drum and Sheepshead.

Or head nine miles out of the Destin Pass if you want something bigger. Troll for King Mackerel, bottom fish for Grouper and Snapper, go after Amberjack, Spanish Mackerel, Red Snapper, Mahi Mahi, Cobia, Shark, Black Snapper… and the list just goes on!

Emerald Coast Anglers will take you out aboard a 22’ Sea Hunt center console. The boat can comfortably accommodate up to four anglers. Its single 150 HP Yamaha engine can cruise at a top speed of 40 knots and the top-notch navigational and fish finding electronics will aid your search for the fish. The boat is equipped with a toilet and an air-conditioning system for your maximum comfort.

All trips come with quality rods, reels, tackle, lures, and bait, as well as licenses for you and your party. 15%-20% gratuity is customary and greatly appreciated.

Let’s go fishing!

  • Fishing License Included
  • Live Bait
  • Toilet
  • Child Friendly
  • Air Conditioning
  • Ice Box
  • Rods, reels & tackle

Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    Red Snapper Gulf (AM)
      FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    4 hours trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip available 11 Jun - 12 Jul
    $650
    up to 3 persons
    + $50
    each additional person
  • Private trip
    Red Snapper Gulf (PM)
      FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    4 hours trip, starts at 10:30 AM
    Seasonal trip available 11 Jun - 12 Jul
    $650
    up to 3 persons
    + $50
    each additional person
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Bay/Gulf (PM)
      FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    4 hours trip, starts at 10:30 AM
    Seasonal trip available 1 Apr - 30 Sep
    $600
    up to 3 persons
    + $50
    each additional person
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip Bay/Gulf (AM)
      FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    4 hours trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip available 1 Apr - 30 Sep
    $600
    up to 3 persons
    + $50
    each additional person
    On this trip we can stay in the Choctawhatchee Bay and around the Intracoastal Waterways or go up to 9 miles offshore, out of the Destin Pass. The variety of fish species you can catch is amazing: Flounder, Cobia, Spanish Mackerel, Amberjack, Red Snapper, Black Snapper, Gag Grouper, Scamp Grouper, Red Grouper, King Mackerel, Redfish, Shark, and the list goes on.
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip Bay/Gulf (AM)
      FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    4 hours trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip available 1 Oct - 31 Mar
    $500
    up to 3 persons
    + $50
    each additional person
    If you prefer to go into the Gulf, the captain will take you out of the Destin Pass and into the beautiful waters of the Emerald Coast. You will stay within 9 miles of Destin’s Famous White Sandy Beaches. On this trip, we focus on bottom fishing for Snapper and Grouper, and trolling for King Mackerel.
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip Bay/Gulf (PM)
      FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    4 hours trip, starts at 11:30 AM
    Seasonal trip available 1 Oct - 31 Mar
    $500
    up to 3 persons
    + $50
    each additional person
    Spend your afternoon in the Choctawhatchee Bay or head out of the Destin Pass and into the waters of the Emerald Coast. You can do light tackle in the bay or bottom fishing in the Gulf. Depending on your location you can catch Red Snapper, Black Snapper, Cobia, Gag Grouper, Scamp Grouper, Red Grouper, Flounder, Amber Jack, King Mackerel, Spanish Mackerel, Redfish, and Shark.
  • Private trip
    3 Hour Bay Trip (AM)
      FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    3 hours trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip available 1 Apr - 30 Sep
    $450
    up to 3 persons
    + $50
    each additional person
    Bay fishing is done using ultra light tackle in the Choctawhatchee Bay and around the Intracoastal Waterways. You will fish Choctawhatchee Bay’s grass flats, targeting Speckled Trout and Redfish. We can also anchor near local bridges & docks where Black Drum and Sheepshead are often found.
  • Private trip
    3 Hour Bay Trip (PM)
      FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    3 hours trip, starts at 10:30 AM
    Seasonal trip available 1 Apr - 30 Sep
    $450
    up to 3 persons
    + $50
    each additional person
  • Private trip
    3 Hour Bay Trip (AM)
      FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    3 hours trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip available 1 Oct - 31 Mar
    $400
    up to 3 persons
    + $50
    each additional person
    On this trip you can usually catch Redfish, Speckled Trout, Black Drum, Sheepshead, and Flounder. We will move around Choctawhatchee Bay’s grass flats and also anchor near local bridges & docks. We will mostly use ultra light tackle on this trip.
  • Private trip
    3 Hour Bay Trip (PM)
    In demand!
      FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    3 hours trip, starts at 11:30 AM
    Seasonal trip available 1 Oct - 31 Mar
    $400
    up to 3 persons
    + $50
    each additional person
    On this 3 hour trip your main targets will be Flounder, Redfish, Speckled Trout, Black Drum, and Sheepshead. The trip will take place in the Choctawhatchee Bay and near local bridges & docks. We will mostly use ultra light tackle.
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About this listing

Targeted Species

Amberjack
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Grouper (Gag)

Grouper (Red)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Redfish
Shark (Blacktip)

Sheepshead
Snapper (Red)
Spotted Seatrout
Tuna (Blackfin)

Boat Specs

Sea Hunt (Center console) originally built in 2014. Powered by a 150HP Yamaha engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 40 knots.

Length
22 ft
Capacity
4 persons

Types of Fishing

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Fishing Techniques

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Fly Fishing
Drift Fishing

Amenities

Toilet
Air Conditioning
GPS
Life Jackets
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Wireless Trolling Motor
Ice Box
Toilet
Air Conditioning
GPS
Life Jackets
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well

Trip Includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Fishing License Included

Policies

FREE Cancellation
You can cancel or reschedule your booking up to 14 days before the trip. If the captain cannot run the trip due to unsafe weather conditions, your booking can be moved to another date or canceled free of charge.
Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly

Payment

Book with 20% deposit
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% deposit to guarantee your reservation.
Pay remaining balance to captain
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

When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, there is a 5% fee.

About the Captain

Mac Higgins
Destin, Florida, United States
Member since March 2015
Angler's Choice
88
Reviews
30
Reports
Verified
Captain Mac Higgins grew up on the beautiful Emerald Coast. Mac has had a passion for fishing for as long as he could remember. He then turned his passion into a successful career. Captain Mac’s fishing repertoire includes the waters of the Gulf, around the Intracoastal Waterways, and Choctawhatchee.
Response time: within an hour
Response rate: 99%

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Customer Reviews

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4.70
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97%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
94%
Appropriate for children
97%
Satisfied with the boat
99%
Catch intended fish
88%
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Tim T.
Pensacola, FL
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We caught lunch for 4!
VERIFIED   September 26, 2018
Spent the morning with Capt. Mac.  After dodging a few rain drops (welcome to Florida), my wife, my sister, her boyfriend...
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5 hour trip with Capt. Mac
VERIFIED   June 12, 2018
Capt. Mac was great.  Very accommodating to my 75 year old father and my 2 teen girls.  He is very knowledgeable...
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VERIFIED   April 23, 2018
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Pensacola, FL
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VERIFIED   June 5, 2018
Had a great day out on the water with my brother and Capt Mac. Capt Mac was on time and very professional. Despite the weather...
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Gulf Breeze, Florida
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VERIFIED   August 8, 2018
Highly recommend this trip! He is kind, knowledgeable, extremly helpful without being overbearing and did a great job getting...
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Fishing Reports

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Sheepshead season is here!

January 29, 2019

This time of year is great for bay fishing. We have sheepshead,black drum and redfish that we target in the winter/spring months. Not a lot of travel time and more fishing time. Here’s a couple clients that made it… Read Full Report →

Giant black drum!!

January 22, 2019

Giant black drum are a good fight. Pretty frequently caught here in Destin. And make for one awesome picture! Look Emerald Coast Anglers up on Fishingbooker.com to come out and get ahold of some of these dinosaurs! Read Full Report →

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