Stelluna Family Friendly Charters 

5.0
(174 reviews)
 
Federally permitted
 Harbor Boulevard 210, Destin, FL 32541, United States–

Stelluna Family Friendly Charters 

Destin, FL, United States
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52 ft
18
5.0
(174 reviews)

Experience the ultimate offshore adventure with Stelluna Deep Sea Destin — based in the heart of the world-famous fishing destination of Destin, just minutes from the East Pass and the open waters of the Gulf of Mexico. Known as “The World’s Luckiest Fishing Village,” Destin offers some of the best deep sea fishing on the Gulf Coast, and Stelluna is ready to take you on the fishing trip of a lifetime. Book your adventure today and create memories that will last forever.

Fish aboard a luxurious 52-foot Gillman sportfishing yacht powered by twin 600HP FPT engines and equipped with premium marine electronics from Simrad, Garmin, and Furuno. The Stelluna combines serious fishing performance with first-class comfort, featuring air conditioning, sleeping bunks, a full kitchen, shower, TV, and spacious seating to make your trip as comfortable as it is exciting.

Your adventure begins with a scenic cruise through the beautiful Destin Pass, where you may spot dolphins playing in the emerald waters alongside paddleboarders, jet skiers, and other local wildlife. Once offshore, you’ll target some of the Gulf’s most sought-after species depending on the season and conditions, including Sailfish, Red Snapper, Mahi Mahi, Blackfin Tuna, Swordfish, Wahoo, Marlin, Cobia, King Mackerel, Shark, and more.

Captain Judah welcomes anglers of every skill level — from first-time fishermen to experienced offshore anglers — and customizes every trip to fit your group’s goals. Whether you’re planning a family fishing trip, corporate outing, shark fishing adventure, or hardcore big game expedition, Stelluna delivers an unforgettable experience with professionalism, safety, and top-tier service. Widely regarded as one of the nicest charter boats in Destin, Stelluna has earned outstanding customer feedback and five-star experiences that keep guests coming back year after year. Make sure you check our Google Reviews as well at Charter Boat Stelluna!

Experience the ultimate offshore adventure with Stelluna Deep Sea Destin — based in the heart of the world-famous fishing destination of Destin, just minutes from the East Pass and the open waters of the Gulf of Mexico. Known as “The World’s Luckiest Fishing Village,” Destin offers some of the best deep sea fishing on the Gulf Coast, and Stelluna is ready to take you on the fishing trip of a lifetime. Book your adventure today and create memories that will last forever.

Fish aboard a luxurious 52-foot Gillman sportfishing yacht powered by twin 600HP FPT engines and equipped with premium marine electronics from Simrad, Garmin, and Furuno. The Stelluna combines serious fishing performance with first-class comfort, featuring air conditioning, sleeping bunks, a full kitchen, shower, TV, and spacious seating to make your trip as comfortable as it is exciting.

Your adventure begins with a scenic cruise through the beautiful Destin Pass, where you may spot dolphins playing in the emerald waters alongside paddleboarders, jet skiers, and other local wildlife. Once offshore, you’ll target some of the Gulf’s most sought-after species depending on the season and conditions, including Sailfish, Red Snapper, Mahi Mahi, Blackfin Tuna, Swordfish, Wahoo, Marlin, Cobia, King Mackerel, Shark, and more.

Captain Judah welcomes anglers of every skill level — from first-time fishermen to experienced offshore anglers — and customizes every trip to fit your group’s goals. Whether you’re planning a family fishing trip, corporate outing, shark fishing adventure, or hardcore big game expedition, Stelluna delivers an unforgettable experience with professionalism, safety, and top-tier service. Widely regarded as one of the nicest charter boats in Destin, Stelluna has earned outstanding customer feedback and five-star experiences that keep guests coming back year after year. Make sure you check our Google Reviews as well at Charter Boat Stelluna!

Judah Barbee
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Judah Barbee
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4 Hour Kids Trip Trolling / Shark
In high demand Last booked: 6 days ago
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (6:00 AM, 1:00 PM)
Seasonal trip
Aug 10 - May 31
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Shark (Hammerhead)
Spanish Mackerel
Shark (Blacktip)
+3
US $1,800
Entire boat: up to 9 people
4 Hour Kids Trip Trolling&Shark
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (5:30 AM, 12:30 PM, 3:00 PM)
Seasonal trip
Jun 1 - Aug 10
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Shark (Hammerhead)
Spanish Mackerel
Shark (Blacktip)
+3
US $2,000
Entire boat: up to 9 people
5 Hour Trip Spring Break Special!
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
5 hour trip multiple starting times (6:30 AM, 1:30 PM)
Seasonal trip
Feb 1 - May 15
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Shark (Hammerhead)
Spanish Mackerel
Shark (Blacktip)
+3
US $2,200
Entire boat: up to 9 people
5 Hour Trip Spring Break Special!!
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 6:30 AM
Seasonal trip
Feb 1 - May 15
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Shark (Hammerhead)
Spanish Mackerel
Shark (Blacktip)
+3
US $2,200
Entire boat: up to 9 people
5 Hour Trip Trolling& Shark fishing
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
5 hour trip multiple starting times (6:00 AM, 1:00 PM)
Seasonal trip
Aug 10 - May 31
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Shark (Hammerhead)
Spanish Mackerel
Shark (Blacktip)
+3
US $2,250
Entire boat: up to 9 people
5 Hour Trip Trolling& Shark Fishing
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
5 hour trip multiple starting times (5:30 AM, 3:00 PM)
Seasonal trip
Jun 1 - Aug 10
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Shark (Hammerhead)
Spanish Mackerel
Shark (Blacktip)
+3
US $2,500
Entire boat: up to 9 people
6 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip multiple starting times (6:00 AM, 1:00 PM)
Seasonal trip
Aug 10 - May 31
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Spanish Mackerel
Bonito
Triggerfish (Gray)
+1
US $2,700
Entire boat: up to 9 people
6 Hour Trip Spring Break Special!
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip multiple starting times (6:30 AM, 1:30 PM)
Seasonal trip
Feb 1 - May 15
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Spanish Mackerel
Bonito
Triggerfish (Gray)
+1
US $2,700
Entire boat: up to 9 people
6 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 5:30 AM
Seasonal trip
Jun 1 - Aug 10
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Spanish Mackerel
Bonito
Snapper (Vermilion)
US $3,000
Entire boat: up to 9 people
6 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 12:30 PM
Seasonal trip
Jun 1 - Aug 10
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Spanish Mackerel
Bonito
Snapper (Vermilion)
US $3,000
Entire boat: up to 9 people
6 Hour Trip trolling&shark
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 3:00 PM
Seasonal trip
Jun 1 - Aug 10
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Snapper (Red)
Spanish Mackerel
Bonito
+1
US $3,000
Entire boat: up to 9 people
8 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 hour trip multiple starting times (6:00 AM, 1:00 PM)
Seasonal trip
Aug 11 - May 31
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Grouper (Red)
Jack (Almaco)
Spanish Mackerel
+4
US $3,600
Entire boat: up to 9 people
8 Hour Trip Spring Special!!
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 hour trip multiple starting times (6:30 AM, 1:30 PM)
Seasonal trip
Feb 1 - May 15
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Grouper (Red)
Jack (Almaco)
Spanish Mackerel
+4
US $3,600
Entire boat: up to 9 people
8 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 hour trip multiple starting times (5:30 AM, 12:30 PM, 2:30 PM)
Seasonal trip
Jun 1 - Aug 10
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Snapper (Red)
Wahoo
Grouper (Red)
+4
US $4,000
Entire boat: up to 9 people
8 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 hour trip multiple starting times (5:30 AM, 12:30 PM)
Seasonal trip
Jun 1 - Aug 10
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Snapper (Red)
Wahoo
Grouper (Red)
+4
US $4,000
Entire boat: up to 9 people
10 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
10 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Aug 11 - May 31
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Grouper (Red)
Jack (Almaco)
Spanish Mackerel
+4
US $4,500
Entire boat: up to 9 people
10 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
10 hour trip starts at 5:30 AM
Seasonal trip
Jun 1 - Aug 10
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Grouper (Red)
Jack (Almaco)
Spanish Mackerel
+4
US $5,000
Entire boat: up to 9 people
10 Hour Trip Snapper
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
10 hour trip starts at 5:30 AM
Seasonal trip
Jun 1 - Aug 10
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Grouper (Red)
Jack (Almaco)
Spanish Mackerel
+4
US $5,000
Entire boat: up to 9 people
12 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
12 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Aug 10 - May 31
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Snapper (Red)
Wahoo
+7
US $5,400
Entire boat: up to 9 people
12 hours Snapper Grouper Amberjack!
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
12 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Sep 1 - Oct 31
Amberjack
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Snapper (Red)
+5
US $5,600
Entire boat: up to 9 people
12 Hour Red Snapper
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
12 hour trip starts at 5:30 AM
Seasonal trip
Jun 1 - Aug 10
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Snapper (Red)
Wahoo
+5
US $6,000
Entire boat: up to 9 people
12 Hour Trip Offshore
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
12 hour trip starts at 5:30 AM
Seasonal trip
Jun 1 - Aug 10
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Snapper (Red)
Wahoo
+5
US $6,000
Entire boat: up to 9 people
16hour Snapper Grouper Amberjack!!
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
16 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Sep 1 - Oct 31
Amberjack
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Snapper (Red)
+6
US $7,200
Entire boat: up to 8 people
18hour Snapper Grouper Amberjack!!!
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
18 hour trip starts at 12:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Sep 1 - Oct 31
Amberjack
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Snapper (Red)
+6
US $8,100
Entire boat: up to 8 people

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Rating

5.0
174 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (301)

What anglers say

99%
Great experience
100%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
99%
Recommended
98%
Caught fish

Reviews (174)

  • Michael Suggs
    Michael Suggs
    us
    Colorado, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified
    New

    amazing family fishing trip!

    4 Hour Kids Trip Trolling / Shark on October 21, 2026 • 11 adults • 6 children

    An Unforgettable Family Fishing Trip on the Stelluna! Our family had an absolutely incredible day fishing aboard the Stelluna! From start to finish, the experience was perfect. The captain and crew were outstanding. They were knowledgeable, professional, patient, and fantastic with our kids, making sure everyone felt included and had an amazing time. The highlight of the trip was watching everyone get so excited as we caught two sharks! It was an unforgettable experience for our entire family and created memories our boys and girls will be talking about for years to come. The crew went above and beyond to make the trip fun, comfortable, and memorable for everyone. If you’re looking for an exceptional family fishing charter, we couldn’t recommend the Stelluna more highly. We would absolutely do it again! Five stars all the way. Thank you to the entire Stelluna crew, Captain Judah and especially Caden and Lachlan, for an amazing day on the water!

  • Spencer Lowe
    Spencer Lowe
    Repeat angler
    us
    Tennessee, US
    Member since 2020
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Filled the cooler and made great memories.

    8 Hour Trip on July 6, 2026 • 8 adults

    If you’re looking for a great day on the water in Destin, I highly recommend booking through Stelluna. We had an incredible trip and ended the day with a cooler full of king mackerel, red snapper, and grouper. What stood out the most was the crew’s attitude. They genuinely wanted us to catch fish just as much as we did. They worked hard all day, stayed on the fish, kept everyone engaged, and did everything they could to make sure we had a successful trip. You could tell they cared about giving us a great experience, not just taking us out on the water. The boat was well-equipped, the crew was knowledgeable and professional, and they made the trip enjoyable from start to finish. If you’re looking for a charter that works hard and gives you a real chance at filling the cooler while having a great time, Stelluna is an easy recommendation. We’ll definitely be back!

  • Clint Shelton
    Clint Shelton
    us
    Alabama, US
    Member since 2022
    5.0
    Verified

    Hands down BEST TRIP EVER

    12 Hour Trip Offshore on June 27, 2026 • 10 adults • 2 children

    This trip was extremely special to us because it was one persons first time ever deep sea fishing, and 2 people on this trip have cancer and it was just a special trip for us to be able to attend. As soon as we arrived to the boat, everyone from the captain to the 2 deckhands were super helpful and friendly. You’re never guaranteed to catch anything, but they went above and beyond and made sure that everyone caught something. From redfish, to grouper, to this years first blue marlin for that boat dock, to mahi mahi and finishing it up with a wahoo. Words cannot express how good this trip was. We definitely will be booking again.

  • Blake Howell
    Blake Howell
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great memories made!!!

    8 Hour Trip on June 12, 2026 • 5 adults • 1 child

    First off is the Captain Judah, he kept us on the fish and we loved that!! Whenever things got cold, he didn’t hesitate to pull lines and move to another spot. He didnt want to waste our time fishing in a spot that went dead!!! He was very welcoming and professional with our family and his crew!! He communicated very well about what we’d like to accomplish on our 8hr trip and what his plan would be for that to happen. The boat is very clean and taken care of and the AC cabin was a lifesaver!! Second was the firstmate/deckhand Kayden and his helper. These guys were the stars of the show for us. They kept the tackle moving, hooks baited and fish taken off hooks. They were constantly switching out gear for the different fish we were going after. With four newbies to fishing and myself an inland fisherman….these guys worked their tails off making it an enjoyable trip. Overall, we would highly recommend the Stelluna for any fishing charter, especially for families!!! We’d give ten stars if we could!!! Great job Stelluna crew!!!

  • Matthew Bragg
    Matthew Bragg
    Repeat angler
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2024
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    the best boat, captain, and crew.

    6 Hour Trip trolling&shark on July 14, 2026 • 7 adults

    I’ve only been on two offshore fishing trip, the first one my family went on years ago was great, thought it couldn’t have gone any better. The Stelluna crew and captain surpassed that. The captain and the crew went above and beyond to make sure we had a great time. They were very detailed, explaining everything we needed to do to ensure a bite. They were very patient, calm, and again detailed with their instructions, in the heat of the chaos of reeling in fish. They put us on lots of fish, there was never a dull moment. Will continue to use them.

  • Ben Matherly
    Ben Matherly
    Repeat angler
    us
    Indiana, US
    Member since 2023
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified
    New

    Amazing Trip

    6 Hour Trip on October 20, 2026 • 8 adults

    We have fished with many different boats and this was the best. We were pulling good fish the entire six hours. Crew was amazing and knowledgeable. Captain even moved us we we were catching fish but not good ones. Even pulled in a shark. If i could give six stars i would.

  • Jacob  Quick
    Jacob Quick
    us
    Missouri, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Amazing trip

    8 Hour Trip - 12:30 PM on June 16, 2026 • 4 adults • 2 children

    They should call this the arm spasm, back wrenching, leg shaking fishing bonanza! These guys lived up to and exceeded our expectations!! We were exhausted from catching so many different types of huge fish. A 9 ft lemon shark, 6 ft sand shark, red snapper, Bonita, barracuda, grouper, amber jack.. I mean everything!! Do you yourself a favor and spend the time and money for a good long trip with these guys! Worth every penny!!

  • Dusty Jones
    Dusty Jones
    us
    Kansas, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Best boat and crew in Destin

    4 Hour Kids Trip Trolling&Shark - 12:30 PM on July 19, 2026 • 6 adults

    We have visited at least 3 times and booked the Stelluna crew and Captain Judah. They are great to work with and put you right where you need to be to have a great time. Very professional and accommodating. Will continue to book with them each year we come down. This trip was 4 big shark, tons of amberjack, plenty of Spanish mackerel, even a Mahi.

  • Robby Myhan
    Robby Myhan
    us
    Alabama, US
    Member since 2023
    5.0
    Verified

    What a fantastic trip!!

    8 Hour Trip on July 9, 2026 • 6 adults

    Capt. Judah had us on the fish all day!! Kaiden and Lochlen were such hard workers and were successfully hustling to keep all 6 of us going at once. The Stellaluna is immaculate and stocked with high quality rods and reels. We will be back! Thanks, fellas!!

  • Allan Smith
    Allan Smith
    us
    California, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    wonderful crew, great time!

    6 Hour Trip - 1:30 PM on September 6, 2026 • 10 adults • 2 children

    Judah, Caden, and Lachlin took great care of us. We got a beautiful day, super knowledgable and chill crew. Caught tons of fish, saw some amazing sea life. Couldn't have asked for a better time. TY!

FAQs about Stelluna Family Friendly Charters

Stelluna Family Friendly Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $1,800 per group, additional US $160 per person after 9 guests - 4 Hour Kids Trip Trolling / Shark (4 hours)
  • US $1,800 per group, additional US $160 per person after 9 guests - 4 Hour Kids Trip Trolling / Shark - 1:00 PM (4 hours)
  • US $2,000 per group, additional US $180 per person after 9 guests - 4 Hour Kids Trip Trolling&Shark (4 hours)
  • US $2,000 per group, additional US $180 per person after 9 guests - 4 Hour Kids Trip Trolling&Shark - 12:30 PM (4 hours)
  • US $2,000 per group, additional US $180 per person after 9 guests - 4 Hour Kids Trip Trolling&Shark - 3:00 PM (4 hours)
  • US $2,200 per group, additional US $200 per person after 9 guests - 5 Hour Trip Spring Break Special! (5 hours)
  • US $2,200 per group, additional US $200 per person after 9 guests - 5 Hour Trip Spring Break Special! - 1:30 PM (5 hours)
  • US $2,200 per group, additional US $200 per person after 9 guests - 5 Hour Trip Spring Break Special!! (5 hours)
  • US $2,250 per group, additional US $200 per person after 9 guests - 5 Hour Trip Trolling& Shark fishing (5 hours)
  • US $2,250 per group, additional US $200 per person after 9 guests - 5 Hour Trip Trolling& Shark fishing - 1:00 PM (5 hours)
  • US $2,500 per group, additional US $225 per person after 9 guests - 5 Hour Trip Trolling& Shark Fishing (5 hours)
  • US $2,500 per group, additional US $225 per person after 9 guests - 5 Hour Trip Trolling& Shark Fishing - 3:00 PM (5 hours)
  • US $2,700 per group, additional US $240 per person after 9 guests - 6 Hour Trip (6 hours)
  • US $2,700 per group, additional US $240 per person after 9 guests - 6 Hour Trip - 1:00 PM (6 hours)
  • US $2,700 per group, additional US $240 per person after 9 guests - 6 Hour Trip Spring Break Special! (6 hours)
  • US $2,700 per group, additional US $240 per person after 9 guests - 6 Hour Trip Spring Break Special! - 1:30 PM (6 hours)
  • US $3,000 per group, additional US $270 per person after 9 guests - 6 Hour Trip (6 hours)
  • US $3,000 per group, additional US $270 per person after 9 guests - 6 Hour Trip (6 hours)
  • US $3,000 per group, additional US $270 per person after 9 guests - 6 Hour Trip trolling&shark (6 hours)
  • US $3,600 per group, additional US $320 per person after 9 guests - 8 Hour Trip (8 hours)
  • US $3,600 per group, additional US $320 per person after 9 guests - 8 Hour Trip - 1:00 PM (8 hours)
  • US $3,600 per group, additional US $320 per person after 9 guests - 8 Hour Trip Spring Special!! (8 hours)
  • US $3,600 per group, additional US $320 per person after 9 guests - 8 Hour Trip Spring Special!! - 1:30 PM (8 hours)
  • US $4,000 per group, additional US $360 per person after 9 guests - 8 Hour Trip (8 hours)
  • US $4,000 per group, additional US $360 per person after 9 guests - 8 Hour Trip (8 hours)
  • US $4,000 per group, additional US $360 per person after 9 guests - 8 Hour Trip - 12:30 PM (8 hours)
  • US $4,000 per group, additional US $360 per person after 9 guests - 8 Hour Trip - 12:30 PM (8 hours)
  • US $4,000 per group, additional US $360 per person after 9 guests - 8 Hour Trip - 2:30 PM (8 hours)
  • US $4,500 per group, additional US $400 per person after 9 guests - 10 Hour Trip (10 hours)
  • US $5,000 per group, additional US $450 per person after 9 guests - 10 Hour Trip (10 hours)
  • US $5,000 per group, additional US $450 per person after 9 guests - 10 Hour Trip Snapper (10 hours)
  • US $5,400 per group, additional US $480 per person after 9 guests - 12 Hour Trip (12 hours)
  • US $5,600 per group, additional US $540 per person after 9 guests - 12 hours Snapper Grouper Amberjack! (12 hours)
  • US $6,000 per group, additional US $400 per person after 9 guests - 12 Hour Red Snapper (12 hours)
  • US $6,000 per group, additional US $400 per person after 9 guests - 12 Hour Trip Offshore (12 hours)
  • US $7,200 per group, additional US $540 per person after 8 guests - 16hour Snapper Grouper Amberjack!! (16 hours)
  • US $8,100 per group, additional US $540 per person after 8 guests - 18hour Snapper Grouper Amberjack!!! (18 hours)
When you book a trip with Stelluna Family Friendly Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet We have a very nice bathroom inside the cabin of the boat with electric toilet a hot water shower.
  • Air conditioning
  • GPS Furuno gps
  • Fishfinder Furuno
  • Bed V-birth cabin with bunks.
  • Flybridge
  • Live bait well
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Multimedia system
  • Ice box
  • Radio
  • Sonar
  • Radar Furuno radar
Trips booked with Stelluna Family Friendly Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (We clean the fish when we get back to the dock and it is included in the price of the trip.)
  • First mate (Our first mate Scott has been fishing with Captain Judah for years now. Captain Judah actually helped train Scott when he first started fishing. Scott is very personable and is great with kids. He is the best first Mate in Destin!)
  • Fishing license (We are licensed in state and federal waters. That means we can take you fishing anywhere in the Gulf of Mexico and that is included in the price of the trip.)
Stelluna Family Friendly Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing (On the 8 to 10 hour trips we usually travel 25 to 35 miles from Destin. On our 12 to 14hr trips we go anywhere from 35 to 55 miles from Destin. On our 18 hour trips we usually go from 60-100 miles from Destin.)
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
Stelluna Family Friendly Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Handline
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Stelluna Family Friendly Charters include:
  • Bonito
  • Cobia
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Grouper (Gag)
  • Grouper (Red)
  • Grouper (Scamp)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Snapper (Vermilion)
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Triggerfish (Gray)
  • Wahoo

Your captain

Judah Barbee
Judah Barbee
Destin, Florida, United States
63 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
174 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since February 2016
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.
Capt. Judah Barbee has been fishing the waters around Destin, Florida, all his life. He started fishing professionally in 2005, and in 2014 his dreams finally came true when he purchased his own boat. This is a true family company, and the boat, Stelluna, is even named after Capt. Judah's two beautiful daughters, Stella and Luna.
Judah Barbee
Judah Barbee
Fully verified
Angler's Choice
63
reports
174
reviews
2016
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Capt. Judah Barbee has been fishing the waters around Destin, Florida, all his life. He started fishing professionally in 2005, and in 2014 his dreams finally came true when he purchased his own boat. This is a true family company, and the boat, Stelluna, is even named after Capt. Judah's two beautiful daughters, Stella and Luna.

The fish you can target

Bonito
Bonito
Cobia
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper
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
Gray Triggerfish
Gray Triggerfish
Wahoo
Wahoo
Bonito
Bonito
Cobia
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper
Red Grouper
Red Grouper

Real catches by this captain

  • Young angler proudly holding a large silver king mackerel aboard a fishing boat offshore.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Michael S.
    Michael S.
    An Unforgettable Family Fishing Trip on the Stelluna! Our family had an absolutely incredible day fishing aboard the Stelluna! From start to finish, the experience was perfect. The captain and crew were outstanding. They were knowledgeable, professional, patient, and fantastic with our kids, making sure everyone felt included and had an amazing time. The highlight of the trip was watching everyone get so excited as we caught two sharks! It was an unforgettable experience for our entire family and created memories our boys and girls will be talking about for years to come. The crew went above and beyond to make the trip fun, comfortable, and memorable for everyone. If you’re looking for an exceptional family fishing charter, we couldn’t recommend the Stelluna more highly. We would absolutely do it again! Five stars all the way. Thank you to the entire Stelluna crew, Captain Judah and especially Caden and Lachlan, for an amazing day on the water!
  • Two young anglers pose beside a large catch board displaying multiple red snapper and other offshore fish at a Destin fishing charter dock.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +3
    Red Snapper
    Ben M.
    Ben M.
    We have fished with many different boats and this was the best. We were pulling good fish the entire six hours. Crew was amazing and knowledgeable. Captain even moved us we we were catching fish but not good ones. Even pulled in a shark. If i could give six stars i would.
  • A proud angler holding a large Red Grouper while fishing offshore, showcasing a successful day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Red Grouper
    Allan S.
    Allan S.
    Judah, Caden, and Lachlin took great care of us. We got a beautiful day, super knowledgable and chill crew. Caught tons of fish, saw some amazing sea life. Couldn't have asked for a better time. TY!
  • A group of anglers proudly displaying their catch of several large fish on a board at the dock, showcasing a successful day of offshore fishing.
    Fish 1
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Bradley B.
    Bradley B.
  • A family group proudly displays a large fish, likely a Halibut, caught during a fishing trip, with children and adults enjoying their time on the boat.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Vermilion Snapper
    Julie S.
    Julie S.
    Family vacation … 15 of us ( 8 adults and 7 kids ) ( kids age 12 yrs to 4 yrs) had an excellent experience !! Caught a lot of fish and had a wonderful time. Captain and Crew awesome !! Highly recommend this experience
  • Three anglers proudly displaying their catch of Snapper at night after a successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Red Snapper
    Mark A.
    Mark A.
    Great experience from start to finish. They consistently put us on fish and focused on the type of fish and fishing we wanted. Will only charter with Stelluna in Destin going forward.
  • A group of anglers on a boat engaged in fishing, with a shark visible in the water below, showcasing an exciting moment on the ocean.
    Fish 1
    Hammerhead Shark
    Dusty J.
    Dusty J.
    We have visited at least 3 times and booked the Stelluna crew and Captain Judah. They are great to work with and put you right where you need to be to have a great time. Very professional and accommodating. Will continue to book with them each year we come down. This trip was 4 big shark, tons of amberjack, plenty of Spanish mackerel, even a Mahi.
  • Adult angler holding a large reef fish aboard a boat in open water, with the catch prominently filling the frame.
    Fish 1
    Spanish Mackerel
    Matthew B.
    Matthew B.
    I’ve only been on two offshore fishing trip, the first one my family went on years ago was great, thought it couldn’t have gone any better. The Stelluna crew and captain surpassed that. The captain and the crew went above and beyond to make sure we had a great time. They were very detailed, explaining everything we needed to do to ensure a bite. They were very patient, calm, and again detailed with their instructions, in the heat of the chaos of reeling in fish. They put us on lots of fish, there was never a dull moment. Will continue to use them.
  • A group of anglers proudly displaying their catch, a large shark, at the dock after a successful fishing trip on the Stelluna charter boat.
    Fish 1
    Bull Shark
    Chasidy W.
    Chasidy W.
    We had the best time! The captain and the crew were fantastic! The boat was very nice and everyonw caught fish!
  • Group of adult anglers posing beside a charter boat catch board displaying numerous red snapper and other Gulf Coast fish at the dock.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +2
    Vermilion Snapper
    Robby M.
    Robby M.
    Capt. Judah had us on the fish all day!! Kaiden and Lochlen were such hard workers and were successfully hustling to keep all 6 of us going at once. The Stellaluna is immaculate and stocked with high quality rods and reels. We will be back! Thanks, fellas!!

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
18 persons
Boat length
52 ft
Year built
1994
Restored in
2022
Boat manufacturer
Gillman
Boat type
Sportfishing
Engine model
C16
Powered by
2 x 1200HP
Max cruising speed
25 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
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Handline
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
We have a very nice bathroom inside the cabin of the boat with electric toilet a hot water shower.
Air conditioning
GPS
Furuno gps
Fishfinder
Furuno
Bed
V-birth cabin with bunks.
Flybridge
Live bait well
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Multimedia system
Ice box
Radio
Sonar
Radar
Furuno radar
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
We clean the fish when we get back to the dock and it is included in the price of the trip.
First mate
Our first mate Scott has been fishing with Captain Judah for years now. Captain Judah actually helped train Scott when he first started fishing. Scott is very personable and is great with kids. He is the best first Mate in Destin!
Fishing license
We are licensed in state and federal waters. That means we can take you fishing anywhere in the Gulf of Mexico and that is included in the price of 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.
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What the listing policies are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child friendly
We love having kids on the boat! The captain has two girls, Stella and Luna, whom he named the boat after. Captain Judah says, 'Nothing gives me more joy than seeing kids fall in love with fishing'.
No smoking
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.

What’s biting in Destin right now

BonitoBonito
CobiaCobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Grouper (Gag)Grouper (Gag)
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
Triggerfish (Gray)Triggerfish (Gray)
WahooWahoo

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