Nothin’ Matters – First Light
Nothin’ Matters – First Light
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!
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!
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What anglers say
All reviews (48)
Couldn't have asked for a better trip with these guys. Captain put us on fish trip was a little rushed due to tropical storm developing in the gulf(no fault of the crewat all). Captain filled our limits quickly turned a 12 hour trip into a 8 hour trip family had a great time outside of the rough seas. The crew faught to get our trip in without canceling. Communication was great before hand. Will definitely be booking with these guys again!
Bradley, Thank you so very much for your amazing review. You guys were fantastic and we thoroughly enjoyed taking you out. We are just sorry we weren’t able to take you out for the full 12 hours and get the ultimate smash. We will definitely get one next time around.
They put us on right away didn't play was very open to unexperience anglers. Definitely kid friendly but my daughter on with a keeper size and helped her all the way to the top. I definitely recommend him to anyone with kids and unexperience anglers.
On the trip, the Captain put us on our Targeted Fish ARS. we also caught Blackfin, Grouper. Our party had 9 family memeber. The charter had a Firstmate and a helping hand which took care of us all, especially focus on the two novice, fiest time deep sea fishing). All in all, it was a fun and safe family trip and would book again with them. I would recommend this chater for anyone.
Somphone, Thank you very much for your five star review and post. We appreciate you choosing us for your family fishing trip and so happy you all had such a successful and memorable trip. That is what we always strive for. Thank you again. Safe travels and we hope to fish with you again.
First Light Charter took good care of our group while they were on their Senior Trip. Captain Tyler and his crew put the guys on some good fish and even shared videos and pictures from their trip with me from afar. i would definitely recommend them. my boys say it was their best fishing experience ever! Thanks for giving the such a memorable trip.
Joel, Thank you for your awesome review. Your posted pics put you in the raffle for the chance to win the free 8 hour trip. We are thrilled the boys had such a successful senior trip. They were a lot of fun to take out. Thank you again. Tight Lines!!
It was the best first experience I’ve had doing a 12 hour charter and would 100% recommend we caught Scamp Grouper, Vermillion Snappers, black snappers, Mahi Mahi and caught some Red snappers but they had to be put back in the water due to out of season also caught a small shark and I will definitely be coming back to fish with them when I get the chance to
Brenton, Thank you so very much for your awesome review. The two of you were an absolute blast to have on board and we look forward to fishing with you again, hopefully sooner than later. Thank you for the great pics as well. That puts you in the drawing for the chance to win a free 8 HR trip. Thank you again!
FAQs about Nothin’ Matters – First Light
- US $1,200 per group, additional US $120 per person after 6 guests - 4 Hour Trip (4 hours)
- US $1,200 per group, additional US $120 per person after 6 guests - 4 Hour Trip - 1:00 PM (4 hours)
- US $1,200 per group, additional US $120 per person after 6 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Shark Fishing (4 hours)
- US $1,300 per group, additional US $130 per person after 6 guests - 4 HR SHARK TRIP SEASON (4 hours)
- US $1,500 per group, additional US $150 per person after 6 guests - 5 Hour Trip (5 hours)
- US $1,500 per group, additional US $150 per person after 6 guests - 5 Hour Trip - 1:00 PM (5 hours)
- US $1,800 per group, additional US $180 per person after 6 guests - 6 Hour Trip (6 hours)
- US $1,800 per group, additional US $180 per person after 6 guests - 6 Hour Trip - 1:00 PM (6 hours)
- US $1,950 per group, additional US $195 per person after 6 guests - 6 HR (AM) SEASON (6 hours)
- US $1,950 per group, additional US $195 per person after 6 guests - 6 HR TRIP (PM) SEASON (6 hours)
- US $2,050 per group, additional US $200 per person after 6 guests - 7 Hour Trip (AM) (7 hours)
- US $2,050 per group, additional US $200 per person after 6 guests - 7 Hour Trip (PM) (7 hours)
- US $2,200 per group, additional US $220 per person after 6 guests - 7 HR DEAL OFFSHORE AM SEASON (7 hours)
- US $2,200 per group, additional US $220 per person after 6 guests - 7 HR OFFSHORE PM DEAL SEASON (7 hours)
- US $2,400 per group, additional US $240 per person after 6 guests - 8 Hour Trip – Way Offshore AM (8 hours)
- US $2,400 per group, additional US $240 per person after 6 guests - 8 HR WAY, WAY OFFSHORE PM (8 hours)
- US $2,600 per group, additional US $260 per person after 6 guests - 8 HR WAY, WAY OFFSHORE SEASON (8 hours)
- US $2,600 per group, additional US $260 per person after 6 guests - 8 HR WAY, WAY OFFSHORE SEASON - 2:00 PM (8 hours)
- US $3,000 per group - This is for someone who wants to get serious about fishing. We can get to deeper water, where bigger fish live. Captain will put you on the fish guaranteed and first mate, Jesse, will fix everything up perfectly for you to catch the big ones. Just don't s (10 hours)
- US $3,250 per group, additional US $325 per person after 6 guests - 10 HR TRIP WAY OFFSHORE SEASON (10 hours)
- US $3,500 per group - 12 Hour Dream Trip (12 hours)
- US $3,700 per group - 12 HR DREAM TRIP SEASON (12 hours)
- US $4,000 per group - 14 HR MARLIN TRIP (14 hours)
- US $4,400 per group - 16 Hour Trip – Deep Drop & Trolling (16 hours)
- US $4,950 per group - 18 Hour Trip – Pelagics & FADs (18 hours)
- US $6,000 per group - 1 Day Trip – Overnight Bucket List (24 hours)
- US $10,000 per day per group - 2 Day Trip – Ultimate Dream (2 days)
- US $12,000 per day per group - 3 Day Trip –Unbelievable Experience (3 days)
- Toilet
- Air conditioning
- Fighting chair
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Bed
- Flybridge
- Live bait well
- Refrigerator
- Multimedia system
- Outriggers
- Tuna tubes
- Ice box
- Radar
- Rods, reels & tackle
- First mate
- Fishing license
- Offshore fishing
- Reef fishing
- Wreck fishing
- Bottom fishing
- Trolling
- Deep sea fishing
- Amberjack
- Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
- Grouper (Gag)
- Grouper (Scamp)
- King Mackerel (Kingfish)
- Marlin (Blue)
- Sailfish
- Snapper (Red)
- Swordfish
- Triggerfish (Gray)
- Tuna (Yellowfin)
- Wahoo
Your operator
The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.
Capt. Tyler is the owner of both Nothin' Matters Fishing Charters LLC and First Light Fishing Charters. He is the captain of the First Light boat and Seth is the captain of the Nothin' Matters. Both Captain Tyler and Captain Seth have been fishing the Destin and surrounding waters for over 20 years. They are extremely knowledgeable and helpful with all anglers. Tyler has made a name for himself in tournaments and when not on charters, he is out looking for hot fishing spots. Both Tyler and Seth have lived in Destin their whole lives and always go above and beyond to give you a once in a lifetime fishing experience.
The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.
Capt. Tyler is the owner of both Nothin' Matters Fishing Charters LLC and First Light Fishing Charters. He is the captain of the First Light boat and Seth is the captain of the Nothin' Matters. Both Captain Tyler and Captain Seth have been fishing the Destin and surrounding waters for over 20 years. They are extremely knowledgeable and helpful with all anglers. Tyler has made a name for himself in tournaments and when not on charters, he is out looking for hot fishing spots. Both Tyler and Seth have lived in Destin their whole lives and always go above and beyond to give you a once in a lifetime fishing experience.
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Which fishing techniques you can try
Which amenities are available onboard
How cancellations work
Free cancellation up to 1 day prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 1 day 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.
What the listing policies are
Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
How you can pay
Book with 15% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 15% 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:
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What’s biting in Destin right now
Amberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Grouper (Gag)
Grouper (Scamp)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Marlin (Blue)
Sailfish
Snapper (Red)
Triggerfish (Gray)
Tuna (Yellowfin)
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