Swoop II Adventures 

4.5/5 (84 reviews)
 
Federally permitted
 66 Harbor Boulevard, Destin, FL 32541, United States

Swoop II Adventures 

 
Federally permitted
4.5/5 (84 reviews)
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66 Harbor Boulevard
Destin, FL, United States
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Ready to cast a line in Destin? Look no further than Swoop II Adventures! With countless hours navigating these stunning Emerald Coast waters, Captain Matt knows every tide, reef, and current by heart.

These rich fishing grounds are home to an incredible variety of species — including Vermilion Snapper, Red Snapper, Gray Triggerfish, Mangrove Snapper, Almaco Jack, and many more. Expect exciting bottom‑fishing action throughout your trip.

The Swoop II welcomes anglers ages 6 and up, making it perfect for a family adventure! Don't forget to pack your favorite drinks and snacks in a cooler — you'll appreciate the extra energy while reeling in your catch.

Step aboard a spacious 65' Navigator head‑boat that is Coast Guard certified for up to 40 passengers. This vessel is fully equipped with all the essentials, including rods, reels, bait, and tackle — plus a toilet on board for convenience. There is also an air‑conditioned cabin to cool off in the summertime.

Every trip is supported by an experienced First Mate, who works hard to ensure your fishing experience is top‑notch. It's customary to offer them a 20% tip for their efforts. For Private Charters and groups of 10 or more, a 20% gratuity will be automatically added.

No need to purchase a fishing license — we've got that covered! Just show up ready for an unforgettable day on the Gulf. Keep in mind that some fish may have special regulations or limited seasons; if you're unsure, our crew will guide you.

Bring along a few essentials like bottled water, sunglasses, sunscreen, and your motion sickness remedies (just in case). Alcohol is permitted on board — but no glass bottles, please.

Come join our adventure! See you at the dock!

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Rating

4.5
84 reviews
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4.4
Boat & equipment
4.5
Captain & crew
4.4
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (67)

A proud angler holding a freshly caught fish on a fishing charter, showcasing the excitement of a day on the water.
Two anglers proudly displaying their catch of Red Snapper on a fishing charter, showcasing a successful day on the water.
Great experience!
Great experience!
Great experience!
Great experience!
+61

What anglers say

77%
Great experience
89%
Family friendly
95%
Friendly captain
88%
Good boat
85%
Recommended
90%
Caught fish

All reviews (84)

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Maurice Goins
Maurice Goins
The captain canceled
March 20, 2026
The charter operator canceled on trip date. This is an automated posting.
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David Clark
David Clark
5.0
Verified
Fish On!!!!
6 Hour Party Boat Fishing on December 27, 20254 adults
We had an unbelievable day! Booking was easy and to be able to book and fill out waivers online was convenient. The communication was seamless and information regarding patking and what to bring came quickly and was spot on. Parking was easy and boarding a breeze. We followed the instructions of the crew regarding where to drop our lines and how far to let them down and we were not disappointed as we caught our limit. Our group included one who rarely fishes, one who fishes onshore each week and 2 who were hoping to find a boat they can return to again and again and they did! ALL had a great time. Extremely enjoyable and memorable day and we will be back in the spring - thanks.
Review media 1
Reported catch:
Vermilion Snapper
1
Shaun Nelson
Shaun Nelson
5.0
Verified
New
Successful fushing trip with the wife a daughter
6 Hour Party Boat Fishing on March 24, 20263 adults
This was our first time going on a non private charter. The mates were very attentive and were quick to assist even with there being around 25 guests. The captain put us on the fish and they got our fish cleaned quickly. Hepful tip, If you want to avoid getting wet, don't sit at the front of the boat on the way out lol.
A proud angler holding a freshly caught fish on a fishing charter, showcasing the excitement of a day on the water.
Two anglers proudly displaying their catch of Red Snapper on a fishing charter, showcasing a successful day on the water.
Reported catch:
Gray Triggerfish
Vermilion Snapper
0
Samantha Hoffmann
Samantha Hoffmann
5.0
Verified
You won't regret it go!!
8 Hour – Party Boat Fishing on May 25, 20252 adults
We had the BEST time on our fishing trip today! From the moment we got on the boat, everyone was incredibly friendly and welcoming. The mates were super helpful the entire time—whether it was helping us taking the fish of the line, untangle lines, or just making sure we were having a great time. You can tell they really love what they do, and it made the whole experience even better. The price was amazing, especially compared to the private charter we did last year—which honestly wasn’t even half as fun as today. This trip was full of laughs, great people, and tons of excitement. We caught fish, made memories, and already can’t wait to come back next year. Highly recommend to anyone thinking about going—you won’t regret it!
A display of freshly caught Red Snapper arranged on a board at Harbor Walk Marina, showcasing the day's catch from deep sea fishing.
Reported catch:
Vermilion Snapper
Gray Triggerfish
Amberjack
0
Jon Fowler
Jon Fowler
5.0
Verified
Trip got canceled, but still recommend.
6 Hour – Party Boat Fishing on May 15, 20252 adults
Unfortunately our trip got canceled last second due to the weather. As a experience angler this is 100% understandable, especially with it being a offshore party boat with up to 40+ passengers, safety needs to come first and even though I wish there was further notice on the cancellation, I completely understand the captain’s decision, sometimes that’s just fishing. Other than that the Swoop crew was super friendly and communicated very well with giving me back my refund. Hopefully next time we visit Destin the weather will be nicer for we can get out on the water with them!
Response from Captain
May 19, 2025
Thank You Jon! We can't wait to get you out there next time! Thank You for your feedback and understanding. Have a wonderful day!
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Trip availability and prices

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5 Hour Party Boat Fishing
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
5 Hour Trip
starts at 2:30 PM
Seasonal trip
Apr 2 - Apr 2 (Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat)
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US $206
Shared tour: 2 people
6 Hour Party Boat Fishing
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
6 Hour Trip
starts at 7:00 AM
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US $228
Shared tour: 2 people
8 Hour Party Boat Fishing
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
8 Hour Trip
starts at 7:00 AM
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(Wed, Sun)
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US $272
Shared tour: 2 people
6 Hour Private Charter
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
6 Hour Trip
starts at 7:00 AM
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Aug 16 - May 31 (Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat)
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US $3,753
Entire boat: up to 20 people
8 Hour Private Charter
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
8 Hour Trip
starts at 7:00 AM
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Aug 16 - May 31 (Wed, Sun)
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US $5,004
Entire boat: up to 20 people
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Rating

4.5
84 reviews
5
59
4
10
3
6
2
3
1
3
4.4
Boat & equipment
4.5
Captain & crew
4.4
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (67)

A proud angler holding a freshly caught fish on a fishing charter, showcasing the excitement of a day on the water.
Two anglers proudly displaying their catch of Red Snapper on a fishing charter, showcasing a successful day on the water.
Great experience!
Great experience!
Great experience!
Great experience!
+61

What anglers say

77%
Great experience
89%
Family friendly
95%
Friendly captain
88%
Good boat
85%
Recommended
90%
Caught fish

All reviews (84)

Filter
Showing 15 of 84 reviews
Maurice Goins
Maurice Goins
The captain canceled
Trip was supposed to happen on March 20, 2026
The charter operator canceled on trip date. This is an automated posting.
0
David Clark
David Clark
5.0
Verified
Fish On!!!!
6 Hour Party Boat Fishing on December 27, 20254 adults
We had an unbelievable day! Booking was easy and to be able to book and fill out waivers online was convenient. The communication was seamless and information regarding patking and what to bring came quickly and was spot on. Parking was easy and boarding a breeze. We followed the instructions of the crew regarding where to drop our lines and how far to let them down and we were not disappointed as we caught our limit. Our group included one who rarely fishes, one who fishes onshore each week and 2 who were hoping to find a boat they can return to again and again and they did! ALL had a great time. Extremely enjoyable and memorable day and we will be back in the spring - thanks.
Review media 1
Reported catch:
Vermilion Snapper
1
Shaun Nelson
Shaun Nelson
5.0
Verified
New
Successful fushing trip with the wife a daughter
6 Hour Party Boat Fishing on March 24, 20263 adults
This was our first time going on a non private charter. The mates were very attentive and were quick to assist even with there being around 25 guests. The captain put us on the fish and they got our fish cleaned quickly. Hepful tip, If you want to avoid getting wet, don't sit at the front of the boat on the way out lol.
A proud angler holding a freshly caught fish on a fishing charter, showcasing the excitement of a day on the water.
Two anglers proudly displaying their catch of Red Snapper on a fishing charter, showcasing a successful day on the water.
Reported catch:
Gray Triggerfish
Vermilion Snapper
0
Samantha Hoffmann
Samantha Hoffmann
5.0
Verified
You won't regret it go!!
8 Hour – Party Boat Fishing on May 25, 20252 adults
We had the BEST time on our fishing trip today! From the moment we got on the boat, everyone was incredibly friendly and welcoming. The mates were super helpful the entire time—whether it was helping us taking the fish of the line, untangle lines, or just making sure we were having a great time. You can tell they really love what they do, and it made the whole experience even better. The price was amazing, especially compared to the private charter we did last year—which honestly wasn’t even half as fun as today. This trip was full of laughs, great people, and tons of excitement. We caught fish, made memories, and already can’t wait to come back next year. Highly recommend to anyone thinking about going—you won’t regret it!
A display of freshly caught Red Snapper arranged on a board at Harbor Walk Marina, showcasing the day's catch from deep sea fishing.
Reported catch:
Vermilion Snapper
Gray Triggerfish
Amberjack
0
Jon Fowler
Jon Fowler
5.0
Verified
Trip got canceled, but still recommend.
6 Hour – Party Boat Fishing on May 15, 20252 adults
Unfortunately our trip got canceled last second due to the weather. As a experience angler this is 100% understandable, especially with it being a offshore party boat with up to 40+ passengers, safety needs to come first and even though I wish there was further notice on the cancellation, I completely understand the captain’s decision, sometimes that’s just fishing. Other than that the Swoop crew was super friendly and communicated very well with giving me back my refund. Hopefully next time we visit Destin the weather will be nicer for we can get out on the water with them!
Response from Captain
May 19, 2025
Thank You Jon! We can't wait to get you out there next time! Thank You for your feedback and understanding. Have a wonderful day!
1

FAQs about Swoop II Adventures

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What is the boat like?

Boat Image
Boat category
Headboats
Capacity
20 persons
Boat length
65 ft
Year built
2006
Restored in
2022
Boat manufacturer
Navigator
Boat type
Headboat

Engine model
Detroit Diesel
Powered by
2 x 750HP
Max cruising speed
14 knots
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