These trips are with Capt. Payton Anderson. Please see our other listing to fish with Capt. Magnum Owens.

Southern Country Charters offers completely private and safe trips out of Destin, FL. Captain Payton and his crew want to make your fishing experience as fun, safe, and memorable as possible! Whether you’re a beginner looking to learn some basics or a more experienced angler looking for a new trophy, you’ll have a day to remember.

Have your perfect day in the "Luckiest Fishing Village in the World!” Each trip consists of hours of fun and action-packed fishing on the Cape Horn fishing boat. This 22’ center console accommodates up to 5 guests. To ensure a comfortable day on the water, the boat also has a toilet, a multimedia system, and a cooler.

You’ll troll for all kinds of fish in season and drop over reefs to catch all kinds of different fish species. Be prepared to take home a cooler full of good eating for you and the whole family! Some of the species you can go after are Mahi Mahi, Red Snapper, Tuna, Grouper, Cobia, and many more.

The captain fully covers your licenses and fishing equipment. You only need to pack your snacks, drinks, and sun protection. The captain will also clean and fillet your catch free of charge. Keep in mind children have to be at least 10 years old to be allowed on the boat.

Join Southern Country Charters and catch the fish of a lifetime!



Trip availability and prices

  • Private trip
    2 Hour Trip โ€“ Kids Trip
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    2 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Sep 1 - Mar 1
    Price for up to 3 persons
    US $700
    A 2-hour fun fishing trip! Catch and release only on this fun-filled trip. Inshore only. This trip is for children, not for โ€œfilling the freezerโ€. There is no keeping fish on this trip, 4 hours is the minimum for keeping any fish. This trip is on the 21โ€™ Cape Horn inshore boat.
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip โ€“ Offshore Fishing (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Price for up to 3 persons
    US $900
    The captain welcomes you aboard! Come have a great day of fishing with all kinds of species on the offer. The species you'll target will depend on the season. At the end of your trip, the captain will clean and fillet your catch for you.
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 11:30 AM
    Seasonal trip Sep 1 - May 31
    Price for up to 3 persons
    US $900
    Target Trout, Redfish, Cobia, Kingfish, and many other local species. The captain will prepare your fishing equipment and clean your catch. You just need to pack some snacks and drinks for the day. Keep in mind that children have to be 10 or older to be allowed on the boat.
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip โ€“ Offshore Fishing (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:30 PM
    Price for up to 3 persons
    US $900
    The captain welcomes you aboard! Come have a great day of fishing with all kinds of species on offer. The species you'll target will depend on the season. At the end of your trip, the captain will clean and fillet your catch for you.
  • Private trip
    5 Hour Trip โ€“ Offshore Fishing
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Sep 1 - May 31
    Price for up to 3 persons
    US $1,125
    The captain welcomes you aboard! Come have a great day of fishing with all kinds of species on the offer. The species you'll target will depend on the season. At the end of your trip, the captain will clean and fillet your catch for you.
  • Private trip
    5 Hour Trip (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 11:30 AM
    Seasonal trip Sep 1 - May 31
    Price for up to 3 persons
    US $1,125
    Start your day with some fishing action and have a day of your life. You can target all kinds of species, depending on what's in season and how far off the coast you go. The captain will prepare your fishing equipment and licenses, don't forget to tip. Keep in mind that children have to be 10 or older to be allowed on the boat.
  • Private trip
    5 Hour Trip โ€“ Offshore Fishing (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 1:30 PM
    Seasonal trip Sep 1 - May 31
    Price for up to 3 persons
    US $1,125
    The captain welcomes you aboard! Come have a great day of fishing with all kinds of species on offer. The species you'll target will depend on the season. At the end of your trip, the captain will clean and fillet your catch for you.
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip โ€“ Offshore Summer
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Aug 31
    Price for up to 3 persons
    US $1,350
    The captain welcomes you aboard! Come have a great day of fishing with all kinds of species on offer. The species you'll target will depend on the season. At the end of your trip, the captain will clean and fillet your catch for you.
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip โ€“ Offshore Fishing
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Sep 1 - May 31
    Price for up to 3 persons
    US $1,350
    The captain welcomes you aboard! Come have a great day of fishing with all kinds of species on offer. The species you'll target will depend on the season. At the end of your trip, the captain will clean and fillet your catch for you.
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 11:30 AM
    Seasonal trip Sep 1 - May 31
    Price for up to 3 persons
    US $1,350
    Target Mahi Mahi, Snapper, Grouper, Tuna, Cobia, and many other species. It all depends on which fishing spots you want to visit. The crew will clean and fillet your catch, but don't forget to tip them. All fishing equipment is included in the price. Keep in mind that children have to be 10 or older to be allowed on the boat.
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip โ€“ Offshore Fishing
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 1:30 PM
    Seasonal trip Sep 1 - May 31
    Price for up to 3 persons
    US $1,350
    The captain welcomes you aboard! Come have a great day of fishing with all kinds of species on the offer. The species you'll target will depend on the season. At the end of your trip, the captain will clean and fillet your catch for you.
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip โ€“ Offshore Summer
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 1:30 PM
    Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Aug 31
    Price for up to 3 persons
    US $1,350
    The captain welcomes you aboard! Come have a great day of fishing with all kinds of species on the offer. The species you'll target will depend on the season. At the end of your trip, the captain will clean and fillet your catch for you.
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Customer reviews

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4.8 / 5
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4.7 / 5
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4.9 / 5
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Friendly captain
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Appropriate for children
93%
Satisfied with the boat
96%
Caught fish
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Fantastic!

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Offshore Fishing (PM) on July 31, 2024
Went on a 4 hour trip with Capt Dustin.ย  Very personable and energetic Capt.ย  Always kept us updated on weather and fishing...
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LOOK NO FURTHER

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip โ€“ Offshore Fishing on June 21, 2024
Our guide Dustin and his fiancรฉe Robin made our trip the most enjoyable trip I have ever been a part of!! They were super...
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Michael S.
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Awesome Character

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Offshore Fishing (AM) on July 14, 2024
Very knowledgeable Captain! This fishing trip was one to remember. My Family thoroughly enjoyed the morning fishing with Dustin....
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Smooth Ride

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Offshore Fishing (PM) on July 16, 2024
Captain Dustin and First Mate Robin are knowledgeable fishermen that did everything that they could to get us on the fish....
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Fishing Friends

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Offshore Fishing (AM) on June 13, 2024
Dustin and Robin made our fishing trip one we will never forget! They were so kind, fun and helpful throughout our whole trip!...
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FAQs about Southern Country Charters

Southern Country Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $700 per group, additional US $100 per person after 3 guests - 2 Hour Trip โ€“ Kids Trip (2 hours)
  • US $900 per group, additional US $100 per person after 3 guests - 4 Hour Trip โ€“ Offshore Fishing (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $900 per group, additional US $100 per person after 3 guests - 4 Hour Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $900 per group, additional US $100 per person after 3 guests - 4 Hour Trip โ€“ Offshore Fishing (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $1,125 per group, additional US $100 per person after 3 guests - 5 Hour Trip โ€“ Offshore Fishing (5 hours)
  • US $1,125 per group, additional US $100 per person after 3 guests - 5 Hour Trip (AM) (5 hours)
  • US $1,125 per group, additional US $100 per person after 3 guests - 5 Hour Trip โ€“ Offshore Fishing (PM) (5 hours)
  • US $1,350 per group, additional US $100 per person after 3 guests - 6 Hour Trip โ€“ Offshore Summer (6 hours)
  • US $1,350 per group, additional US $100 per person after 3 guests - 6 Hour Trip โ€“ Offshore Fishing (6 hours)
  • US $1,350 per group, additional US $100 per person after 3 guests - 6 Hour Trip (AM) (6 hours)
  • US $1,350 per group, additional US $100 per person after 3 guests - 6 Hour Trip โ€“ Offshore Fishing (6 hours)
  • US $1,350 per group, additional US $100 per person after 3 guests - 6 Hour Trip โ€“ Offshore Summer (6 hours)

When you book a trip with Southern Country Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Multimedia System
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with Southern Country Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Fishing License

Southern Country Charters offers the following type of fishing:
  • Nearshore Fishing

Southern Country Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Southern Country Charters include:
  • Amberjack
  • Cobia
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Grouper (Broomtail)
  • Grouper (Gag)
  • Grouper (Goliath)
  • Jack (Almaco)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Little Tunny (False Albacore)
  • Redfish
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Tuna (Blackfin)

Your operator

Southern Country Charters
Destin, Florida, United States
310 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since September 2020
The professional captains and crew with Southern Country Charters are here to welcome anglers of all skill levels in Destin, FL. They have a passion for the water and love this job. Capt Payton Anderson owns Southern Country Charters and Capt. Magnum Owens also runs trips. Come aboard; there's a space on the boat for everyone, beginners and pros.

The fish you can target

Amberjack Amberjack
Cobia Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi) Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Grouper (Broomtail) Broomtail Grouper

What the boat is like

Boat Image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
5 persons
Boat length
27 ft
Year built
2005
Boat manufacturer
World Cat
Boat type
Center console

Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
2 x 225HP
Max cruising speed
45 knots

Whichย types of fishing are offered

Nearshore Fishing

Whichย fishing techniques you can try

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

Whichย amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Multimedia System
Ice Box

Whatโ€™s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Fishing License

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 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.

Whatย the listing policiesย are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

How you can pay

Book with 30% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 30% 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
PayPal
Bank Transfer
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

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