Mainline Fishing Charters 

4.9
(73 reviews)
 
Federally permitted
 Harbor Boulevard 66, Destin, FL 32541, United States

Mainline Fishing Charters 

Destin, FL, United States
27 ft
6
4.9
(73 reviews)

Book your next trip with MAINLINE FISHING CHARTERS L.L.C, the trip offer's nearshore and offshore fishing trips tailored to your liking on the beautiful waters of Destin. The captain welcomes guest of all ages, including children to embark your memories and enjoyable experience. His knowledge and entertaining personality will surely make your trip fun and eventful.

Hop on board a 27ft sea hunt center console boat featuring twin 200 Yamaha engines equipped with state of the art navigation technology.
Minn kota spot lock trolling motor, Garmin GPS with fish finder, Bluetooth radio, 3 live wells, fish box for the catch of the day. Also equipped with a toilet.

Depending on season, you might hook into Amberjack, Cobia, Dolphin (Mahi Mahi), King Mackerel (Kingfish), Redfish, Red Snapper, Vermilion Snapper, Wahoo, Spanish Mackerel, Sailfish, Skipjack Tuna, Jack Crevalle, and plenty more.

Capt Jason offers hands on catching live bait using the finest up to date light and medium tackle. Types of fishing will include trolling, spinning, jigging, and bottom fishing

There's no need to buy a fishing license, just show up ready for some fishing. Be mindful that some species may have special rules or limited seasons. All you need to bring is food, drinks. You can't go wrong when you bring sunglasses, a hat, sunblock and bottle water. Come enjoy a fun getaway with Mainline Fishing Charters and have good time on the water.

Book your next trip with MAINLINE FISHING CHARTERS L.L.C, the trip offer's nearshore and offshore fishing trips tailored to your liking on the beautiful waters of Destin. The captain welcomes guest of all ages, including children to embark your memories and enjoyable experience. His knowledge and entertaining personality will surely make your trip fun and eventful.

Hop on board a 27ft sea hunt center console boat featuring twin 200 Yamaha engines equipped with state of the art navigation technology.
Minn kota spot lock trolling motor, Garmin GPS with fish finder, Bluetooth radio, 3 live wells, fish box for the catch of the day. Also equipped with a toilet.

Depending on season, you might hook into Amberjack, Cobia, Dolphin (Mahi Mahi), King Mackerel (Kingfish), Redfish, Red Snapper, Vermilion Snapper, Wahoo, Spanish Mackerel, Sailfish, Skipjack Tuna, Jack Crevalle, and plenty more.

Capt Jason offers hands on catching live bait using the finest up to date light and medium tackle. Types of fishing will include trolling, spinning, jigging, and bottom fishing

There's no need to buy a fishing license, just show up ready for some fishing. Be mindful that some species may have special rules or limited seasons. All you need to bring is food, drinks. You can't go wrong when you bring sunglasses, a hat, sunblock and bottle water. Come enjoy a fun getaway with Mainline Fishing Charters and have good time on the water.

Jason Hathaway
Captain
Jason Hathaway
6 years of experience
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4-Hour AM Trip — Nearshore Fishing
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Snapper (Red)
Redfish
Spanish Mackerel
+2
US $800
Entire boat: up to 6 people
4-Hour PM Trip -Nearshore Fishing
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 1:00 PM
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Snapper (Red)
Redfish
Spanish Mackerel
+2
US $800
Entire boat: up to 6 people
5 Hour AM Trip- Offshore Fishing
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Amberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Snapper (Red)
+5
US $1,000
Entire boat: up to 6 people
5 Hour PM Trip— Offshore Fishiing
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 1:00 PM
Amberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Snapper (Red)
+4
US $1,000
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 Hour AM Trip- Offshore Fishing
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Amberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Snapper (Red)
+7
US $1,200
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 Hour PM — Golden Hour Bite
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 1:00 PM
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Snapper (Red)
Wahoo
+6
US $1,200
Entire boat: up to 6 people
8 Hour AM Trip- Offshore Fishing
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Amberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Snapper (Red)
+4
US $1,600
Entire boat: up to 6 people
10 Hour Trip — All Day Offshore
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
10 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Amberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Snapper (Red)
+5
US $2,100
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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Rating

4.9
73 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (78)

What anglers say

94%
Great experience
96%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
99%
Recommended
99%
Caught fish

All reviews (73)

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Logan Sumner
Logan Sumner
us
Georgia, US
Member since 2026
4.7
Verified
Great experience
6 Hour AM Trip- Offshore Fishing on June 27, 20262 adults

Me and the wife wanted to try something different then a party boat this go around. The captain and first mate did amazing job giving us a great first private charter experience, with the only thing taking away from the trip was it was hard to find the fish that day. Was just not our day and can happen. Luckily we found them near the end of the trip and couldnt keep bait in the water. Id recommend going with a 6hr trip or more cause on a good day your tearing them up for most of the day and on a bad one it might just make the difference of catching nothing or making it to that next spot and loading up on as many as you can. Id come back for sure.

Reported catch:
Red Snapper
Vermilion Snapper
Jason Hathaway
Response from Captain

Thank you so much for the thoughtful review, Logan! We really appreciate you and your wife choosing Mainline Fishing Charters for your first private charter experience. While every day on the water is different and the fish don’t always cooperate, we’re glad we were able to find them before the trip was over and finish strong. Thanks for pointing out that longer trips can make all the difference—they definitely give us more opportunities to stay on the fish or find the next productive spot. We truly appreciate your recommendation and look forward to having you both back on board for another great day on the water! 🎣

Laden Conley
Laden Conley
us
Arkansas, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Great experience!
6 Hour PM — Golden Hour Bite on June 24, 20265 adults1 child

Captain Jason and Dawson were awesome all day! Easy going, attentive, and made sure to keep us on the fish all trip. The kids and adults all had a great time. We caught probably 40+ fish total and took home 19 keepers! We could’ve fished a little longer and probably caught some more but the young ones got wore out.

Reported catch:
Red Snapper
Vermilion Snapper
Scamp Grouper
Jason Hathaway
Response from Captain

Thank you so much for the kind words and the 5-star review! We’re thrilled to hear everyone had such a great time, especially the kids. It was a pleasure having your family aboard, and we’re glad we could keep you on the fish all day. Catching 40+ fish and taking home 19 keepers is a day to remember! We truly appreciate you choosing Mainline Fishing Charters and hope to welcome you back for another great trip soon. Tight lines! 🎣 - Captain Jason & Dawson

Jim Crews
Jim Crews
us
Arkansas, US
Member since 2026
4.7
Verified
Budget and Family friendly
5 Hour AM Trip- Offshore Fishing on June 24, 20266 adults

for the money it was a good experience, the captain was knowledgeable about the depth of the fish and the crew was on point. They had good equipment and where accommodating. The only thing i wish is i had a few more hours. try tk make sure to come on a week day and on a fair weather week. The captain was very responsive to all my emails.

Reported catch:
Vermilion Snapper
Gray Triggerfish
Jason Hathaway
Response from Captain

Thank you, Jim, for taking the time to leave a review and for choosing Mainline Fishing Charters. We’re glad to hear you and your family had a good experience and that you found the trip to be budget and family friendly. We appreciate your kind words about the crew, equipment, and communication throughout the booking process. We agree that a few extra hours on the water can make a big difference, especially when conditions are favorable. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back for another trip soon! 🎣

Michael Sutton
Michael Sutton
us
Virginia, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Making Memories
5 Hour AM Trip- Offshore Fishing on June 22, 20263 adults1 child

Captain Jason and his first mate were aweseome. I did a 5 hour trip with my boys and it was a fantastic experience. The crew was extremely friendly and helpful and ensured that it was a great day. Would definitely go out with them again.

Reported catch:
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Jason Hathaway
Response from Captain

Thank you, Michael, for the wonderful review! We truly appreciate you choosing Mainline Fishing Charters to create memories with your boys. It was a pleasure having your family aboard, and we’re glad everyone had a fantastic experience. Our goal is always to provide a safe, fun, and memorable day on the water, and we’re happy to hear we delivered. Thank you for your kind words about Dawson, and we look forward to welcoming you back for another adventure soon! – Captain Jason & Dawson

Carl Higginbotham
Carl Higginbotham
Repeat angler
us
Louisiana, US
Member since 2022
3 trips
5.0
Verified
Great Trip
4-Hour AM Trip — Nearshore Fishing on July 11, 20265 adults

We had to dodge a little weather but Captain Jason kept our safety at the top of the list. He was very professional and put us on the fish. Great trip and will use him again when we are in the area.

Reported catch:
Red Snapper
Jason Hathaway
Response from Captain

Thank you, Carl, for the fantastic 5-star review! We’re glad you had a great trip despite having to work around the weather. Safety is always Captain Jason’s top priority, and we’re happy we were able to keep you on the fish while making the most of the conditions. We truly appreciate your recommendation and look forward to welcoming you back the next time you’re in the area. Thanks again for choosing Mainline Fishing Charters! 🎣

FAQs about Mainline Fishing Charters

Mainline Fishing Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $800 per group - 4-Hour AM Trip — Nearshore Fishing (4 hours)
  • US $800 per group - 4-Hour PM Trip -Nearshore Fishing (4 hours)
  • US $1,000 per group - 5 Hour AM Trip- Offshore Fishing (5 hours)
  • US $1,000 per group - 5 Hour PM Trip— Offshore Fishiing (5 hours)
  • US $1,200 per group - 6 Hour AM Trip- Offshore Fishing (6 hours)
  • US $1,200 per group - 6 Hour PM — Golden Hour Bite (6 hours)
  • US $1,600 per group - 8 Hour AM Trip- Offshore Fishing (8 hours)
  • US $2,100 per group - 10 Hour Trip — All Day Offshore (10 hours)
When you book a trip with Mainline Fishing Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • GPS Garmin
  • Fishfinder Garmin / Airmar Transducer
  • Live bait well 3 live wells onboard
  • Multimedia system
  • Wireless trolling motor Spot lock features
  • Radar Garmin 24' HD
Trips booked with Mainline Fishing Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Fishing license
Mainline Fishing Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
Mainline Fishing Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle (Shimano Talica 25)
  • Heavy tackle (Penn reels)
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Drift fishing
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Mainline Fishing Charters include:
  • Amberjack
  • Cobia
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Grouper (Red)
  • Grouper (Scamp)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Snapper (Vermilion)
  • Spanish Mackerel

Your captain

Jason Hathaway
Jason Hathaway

Destin, Florida, United States

ID & license verified
73 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since April 2023
Angler's Choice

The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.

Hi, I am Captain Jason, and I have many years of experience fishing in the Gulf of America. It all started at a young age for me, fishing was one of my favorite things to do with my grandfather. I am grateful to be able to do something I love and am passionate about. My favorite part of the day is the customer's excitement when they land that fish, I still to this day understand that feeling an excitement along with the rush. I have worked hard to secure a firm foundation as a charter boat captain to ensure that you have a safe and productive trip.

Jason Hathaway
Jason Hathaway
Fully verified
Angler's Choice
73
reviews
2023
member since
~1h
response
Hi, I am Captain Jason, and I have many years of experience fishing in the Gulf of America. It all started at a young age for me, fishing was one of my favorite things to do with my grandfather. I am grateful to be able to do something I love and am passionate about. My favorite part of the day is the customer's excitement when they land that fish, I still to this day understand that feeling an excitement along with the rush. I have worked hard to secure a firm foundation as a charter boat captain to ensure that you have a safe and productive trip.

The fish you can target

Amberjack
Amberjack
Cobia
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Red Grouper
Red Grouper
Scamp Grouper
Scamp Grouper
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Red Snapper
Red Snapper
Vermilion Snapper
Vermilion Snapper
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel
Amberjack
Amberjack
Cobia
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Red Grouper
Red Grouper
Scamp Grouper
Scamp Grouper

Real catches by this captain

  • Great trip!
    Jimmy F.
    Jimmy F.
  • Great Trip!
    Samuel E.
    Samuel E.
  • Fantastic trip!
    Spencer J.
    Spencer J.
  • Amazing trip!
    Cannon S.
    Cannon S.
  • Great experience
    Logan S.
    Logan S.
  • Budget and Family friendly
    Jim C.
    Jim C.
  • Great experience!
    Laden C.
    Laden C.
  • Fish on!
    Bryan F.
    Bryan F.
  • Great time with Jason and Dawson
    Quaiden C.
    Quaiden C.
  • Will definitely book again
    James B.
    James B.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
27 ft
Year built
2021
Boat manufacturer
Sea Hunt
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
2 x 200HP
Max cruising speed
45 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Shimano Talica 25
Heavy Tackle
Penn reels
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Drift Fishing
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
GPS
Garmin
Fishfinder
Garmin / Airmar Transducer
Live bait well
3 live wells onboard
Multimedia system
Wireless trolling motor
Spot lock features
Radar
Garmin 24' HD
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Fishing license

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.

More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup agreed upon reservation

Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.

Child friendly
No age limit, we enjoy seeing them reel their fish
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Pay online in full

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

No additional fees.

Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% 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

 Bank transfer

When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Destin right now

AmberjackAmberjack
CobiaCobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Grouper (Red)Grouper (Red)
Grouper (Scamp)Grouper (Scamp)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Snapper (Red)Snapper (Red)
Snapper (Vermilion)Snapper (Vermilion)
Spanish MackerelSpanish Mackerel

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