Spend the day with First Light and see what’s biting in Destin! With Captain Tyler at the helm, you’re in knowledgeable and experienced hands.
Species like Wahoo, Yellowfin Tuna, Swordfish, Sailfish, Blue Marlin, Gray Triggerfish, King Mackerel (Kingfish), Scamp Grouper, Gag Grouper, Mahi Mahi, Red Snapper, Amberjack, and more are in the cards if you come at the right time of year. On these trips, you can expect to troll and bottom fish.
Kids are welcome, so the whole family can come and unplug for the day! Don’t forget to bring food and drinks!
You’ll be casting lines from a 47’ G&S sportfishing vessel that can carry up to 10 passengers. It comes with outriggers, downriggers, a fighting chair, and all the essentials no fishing machine can run without. There’s an inside cabin with a bathroom, air conditioning, tv with Directv, kitchen, and plenty of lounging space. Capt. Tyler will provide rods and reels for you.
You’ll have the help of a First Mate to put you on fish. A 20% tip is customary to show your appreciation for the deckhand's hard work.
Your fishing license for the day is covered by the charter boat, so all you have to do is show up ready for a good time! Keep in mind that some fish may have harvest limits or closed seasons. Your captain will help you follow regulations while you fish. It’s never a bad idea to bring a hat, sunglasses, bottled water, and sunblock.
Go ahead and treat yourself to a day on the water with First Light!
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (45)
Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
96%
Caught fish
100%
Jul 22, 2025
Special Trip for Jessica
Crew was amazing. They kept up with our catches and made our fishing experience the best. Couldn’t have asked for a better crew or a better day of catching fish in the gulf! Highly recommend these guys. Thank you for everything Tyler, Jesse and Will!
Crew was amazing. They kept up with our catches and made our fishing experience the best. Couldn’t have asked for a better crew...
Mar 27, 2025
4 Hour Trip (PM)
We went into the trip just hoping to catch some fish but we decided to ask if we could do a mix of shark fishing and regular fishing since we had 4 kids aged 18 with us! We not only caught some super cool fish and an over 20 inch grouper…we caught an almost 200 LB Bull shark! Our family will never forget this experience! We would 100% recommend the charter to everyone! Worth every penny!
We went into the trip just hoping to catch some fish but we decided to ask if we could do a mix of shark fishing and regular fishing...
Aug 24, 2024
8 Hour Trip – Way Offshore AM
Wow.. what can I say, we booked this charter for a bachelor trip and Captain Tyler and First Mate Jesse did not disappoint! Everything was phenomenal and we caught tons of fish! These guys made us feel like one of the boys and had us laughing the whole time. Super knowledgeable and steered the ship like a world class sailor! Thank you guys from the bottom of our hearts, yall made our year! If we book another charter in the future, we will definitely be choosing yall!
Wow.. what can I say, we booked this charter for a bachelor trip and Captain Tyler and First Mate Jesse did not disappoint! Everything...
May 19, 2025
4 Hour Trip (PM)
Captain Tyler did a great job getting the whole family some action. Jesse did an amazing job keeping everyone going on deck!! This was a great day out with Nothin Matters - Frist Light !!! We would definitely go with Captain Tyler again!!
Captain Tyler did a great job getting the whole family some action. Jesse did an amazing job keeping everyone going on deck!!...
Jun 26, 2025
6 HR (AM) SEASON
Captain Tyler and his crew were awesome. We had pretty rough waters but that didn’t stop them from putting us on some pretty nice fish. Would definitely recommend to anyone looking for a charter in the Destin area!
Captain Tyler and his crew were awesome. We had pretty rough waters but that didn’t stop them from putting us on some pretty nice...
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Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (45)
Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
96%
Caught fish
100%
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Special Trip for Jessica on July 22, 2025
Crew was amazing. They kept up with our catches and made our fishing experience the best. Couldn’t have asked for a better crew or a better day of catching fish in the gulf! Highly recommend these guys. Thank you for everything Tyler, Jesse and Will!
Crew was amazing. They kept up with our catches and made our fishing experience the best. Couldn’t have asked for a better crew or a better day of catching fish in the gulf! Highly recommend these guys. Thank you for everything Tyler, Jesse and Will!
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
4 Hour Trip (PM) on March 27, 2025
We went into the trip just hoping to catch some fish but we decided to ask if we could do a mix of shark fishing and regular fishing since we had 4 kids aged 18 with us! We not only caught some super cool fish and an over 20 inch grouper…we caught an almost 200 LB Bull shark! Our family will never forget this experience! We would 100% recommend the charter to everyone! Worth every penny!
We went into the trip just hoping to catch some fish but we decided to ask if we could do a mix of shark fishing and regular fishing since we had 4 kids aged 18 with us! We not only caught some super cool fish and an over 20 inch grouper…we caught an almost 200 LB Bull shark! Our family will never forget this experience! We would 100% recommend the charter to everyone! Worth every penny!
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
8 Hour Trip – Way Offshore AM on August 24, 2024
Wow.. what can I say, we booked this charter for a bachelor trip and Captain Tyler and First Mate Jesse did not disappoint! Everything was phenomenal and we caught tons of fish! These guys made us feel like one of the boys and had us laughing the whole time. Super knowledgeable and steered the ship like a world class sailor! Thank you guys from the bottom of our hearts, yall made our year! If we book another charter in the future, we will definitely be choosing yall!
Wow.. what can I say, we booked this charter for a bachelor trip and Captain Tyler and First Mate Jesse did not disappoint! Everything was phenomenal and we caught tons of fish! These guys made us feel like one of the boys and had us laughing the whole time. Super knowledgeable and steered the ship like a world class sailor! Thank you guys from the bottom of our hearts, yall made our year! If we book another charter in the future, we will definitely be choosing yall!
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
4 Hour Trip (PM) on May 19, 2025
Captain Tyler did a great job getting the whole family some action. Jesse did an amazing job keeping everyone going on deck!! This was a great day out with Nothin Matters - Frist Light !!! We would definitely go with Captain Tyler again!!
Captain Tyler did a great job getting the whole family some action. Jesse did an amazing job keeping everyone going on deck!! This was a great day out with Nothin Matters - Frist Light !!! We would definitely go with Captain Tyler again!!
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
6 HR (AM) SEASON on June 26, 2025
Captain Tyler and his crew were awesome. We had pretty rough waters but that didn’t stop them from putting us on some pretty nice fish. Would definitely recommend to anyone looking for a charter in the Destin area!
Captain Tyler and his crew were awesome. We had pretty rough waters but that didn’t stop them from putting us on some pretty nice fish. Would definitely recommend to anyone looking for a charter in the Destin area!