Charter Boat Al-Lin 

4.9/5 (159 reviews)
 210 Harbor Boulevard, Destin, FL 32541, United States

Charter Boat Al-Lin 

Destin, FL, United States
44 ft
6
4.9/5 (159 reviews)

Charter Boat 'Al-Lin' is part of a family-owned and operated company headed by Captain Harold Staples. This experienced captain has been fishing Destin's waters for well over 40 years and is always happy to impart his wealth of knowledge to his guests.

While the Al-Lin is a family-oriented boat, people from all stages of their lives have come aboard for a memorable fishing trip. Newlyweds celebrating their honeymoon, visitors from all over the United States, and people from other countries visiting the US on their vacation have all made up the charter company's satisfied clientele.

The Al-Lin was custom built by the Staples family in the late 1980s and has been lovingly maintained ever since. At 44' long, she is a very spacious 6-pack vessel that features an enclosed flybridge and plenty of seating. The large deck provides ample fishing space, and the enclosed restroom is much appreciated by family groups.

The boat is fully fitted out with electronics, including a GPS, Fishfinder, VHF radio and radar, and she also features both outriggers and downriggers for the best trolling experience.

Capt. Harry will guide you through the best local techniques for trolling and bottom fishing, taking you to the best fishing grounds given the conditions on the day. Depending on the trip, you could troll close to shore for King and Spanish Mackerel, bottom fish for Snapper and Grouper, or travel further out in search of game fish such as Sailfish, Mahi Mahi, Yellowfin Tuna, and Wahoo.

Regardless of which option you go for, the experienced crew will make sure that your fishing trip is a fun experience, as it should be! Once you return to shore the deckhand will clean your catch for you so you can take some tasty fillets home with you at the end of the day.

Get on board Charter Boat Al-Lin, explore the prolific fisheries out of Destin, and have an unforgettable adventure!

Charter Boat 'Al-Lin' is part of a family-owned and operated company headed by Captain Harold Staples. This experienced captain has been fishing Destin's waters for well over 40 years and is always happy to impart his wealth of knowledge to his guests.

While the Al-Lin is a family-oriented boat, people from all stages of their lives have come aboard for a memorable fishing trip. Newlyweds celebrating their honeymoon, visitors from all over the United States, and people from other countries visiting the US on their vacation have all made up the charter company's satisfied clientele.

The Al-Lin was custom built by the Staples family in the late 1980s and has been lovingly maintained ever since. At 44' long, she is a very spacious 6-pack vessel that features an enclosed flybridge and plenty of seating. The large deck provides ample fishing space, and the enclosed restroom is much appreciated by family groups.

The boat is fully fitted out with electronics, including a GPS, Fishfinder, VHF radio and radar, and she also features both outriggers and downriggers for the best trolling experience.

Capt. Harry will guide you through the best local techniques for trolling and bottom fishing, taking you to the best fishing grounds given the conditions on the day. Depending on the trip, you could troll close to shore for King and Spanish Mackerel, bottom fish for Snapper and Grouper, or travel further out in search of game fish such as Sailfish, Mahi Mahi, Yellowfin Tuna, and Wahoo.

Regardless of which option you go for, the experienced crew will make sure that your fishing trip is a fun experience, as it should be! Once you return to shore the deckhand will clean your catch for you so you can take some tasty fillets home with you at the end of the day.

Get on board Charter Boat Al-Lin, explore the prolific fisheries out of Destin, and have an unforgettable adventure!

Harold Staples
Captain
Harold Staples
53 years of experience

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Trip availability and prices

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Half Day Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
US $900
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Morning 5 hour 6AM-11AM
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
US $1,125
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Six hour morning trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
US $1,350
Entire boat: up to 6 people
7 hour trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
7 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
US $1,575
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Full Day Trip
In high demand Last booked: 6 days ago
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
US $1,800
Entire boat: up to 6 people
9 Hour trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
9 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
US $2,025
Entire boat: up to 6 people
10 Hour trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
10 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
US $2,250
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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Rating

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

Anglers' gallery (155)

What anglers say

98%
Great experience
94%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
99%
Recommended
95%
Caught fish

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Tyler Rabb
Tyler Rabb
us
North Carolina, US
Member since 2022
5.0
Verified
Family Reunion
Half Day Trip (AM) on September 16, 20256 adults

In Destin for a family reunion.....was able to talk a few cityslickers from Chicago(my wifes folks) into going fishing......i was the only one with any kind of experience, so i opted for the 4 hour a.m. in case they didn't enjoy it. once it was over they raved about how much fun they had, wanting to go again on the next reunion but for a longer charter. Captain and his two deck hands Dominique and Bryce were awesome at helping out the inexperienced crowd. Both were very knowledgeable about the fish and the area. i would highly recommend this charter Al-Lin to anyone who wants a great experience!!!

Reported catch:
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Gray Triggerfish
Jason Cook
Jason Cook
us
Missouri, US
Member since 2026
4.7
Verified
New
Great first time.
Half Day Trip (AM) on August 6, 20265 adults1 child

This trip was the first time for most of us. 5 adults and 1 child. Dominic, the deck hand, did a fantastic job making sure everyone got fish and kept the lines going. Did a 5 hour in the am. Caught bait on the way out, then vermilion and red snapper, trigger fish, bonito, red grouper and a sucker fish.

Reported catch:
Red Snapper
Gray Triggerfish
Preston Westfall
Preston Westfall
us
Florida, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Family Fun in just 4hrs!!
Half Day Trip (AM) on June 10, 20262 adults3 children

The family and I had a blast catching a large variety of fish; red snapper, lane snapper, spanish mackerel, northern markerel, and bonito! Captain Harold and his crew were all hands on deck the whole time especially Dominic, he was on it. definitely recommend for families or anyone who’s looking to catch fish. We will be using them again when we come back.

Matthew Schaffer
Matthew Schaffer
us
Georgia, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Great Captain Crew
Half Day Trip (AM) on June 22, 20266 adults

I’ve been out with captain Herold before and he’s a great captain along with his crew. There is a solid history here. You will find a very professional, hard working crew. Him and his crew pride themselves with helping you catch some good fish along with having a great time. This is the captain and crew you want.

Reported catch:
Red Snapper
Gray Triggerfish
Brian Robbert
Brian Robbert
us
Arkansas, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Great Springbreak trip
Six hour morning trip on March 25, 20263 adults3 children

Captain Harold and Firstmate Dominic were top notch. waters started pretty rough and were concerned for safety and as the waters calmed a little and we got our sea legs they took us to some great deep spots. We caught 6 variety of fish some were catch and release and some were keepers. great first experience for my kids and I!

Reported catch:
Gray Triggerfish

FAQs about Charter Boat Al-Lin

Charter Boat Al-Lin offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $900 per group - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $1,125 per group - Morning 5 hour 6AM-11AM (5 hours)
  • US $1,350 per group - Six hour morning trip (6 hours)
  • US $1,575 per group - 7 hour trip (7 hours)
  • US $1,800 per group - Full Day Trip (8 hours)
  • US $2,025 per group - 9 Hour trip (9 hours)
  • US $2,250 per group - 10 Hour trip (10 hours)
When you book a trip with Charter Boat Al-Lin, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • Fighting chair
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Flybridge
  • Live bait well
  • Outriggers
  • Ice box
  • Radar
Trips booked with Charter Boat Al-Lin include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • First mate
  • Fishing license
Charter Boat Al-Lin offers the following types of fishing:
  • Offshore fishing
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
Charter Boat Al-Lin offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Charter Boat Al-Lin include:
  • Amberjack
  • Cobia
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Grouper (Gag)
  • Grouper (Goliath)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Sailfish
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Triggerfish (Gray)
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)
  • Wahoo

Your captain

Harold Staples
Harold Staples
Harold Staples

Destin, Florida, United States

16 Fishing Reports
159 Customer reviews
Typical response within 5 hours
Member since May 2016

My father was a fisherman and built his own boats with each one getting larger . He built them starting in New Orleans, Louisiana and then Biloxi, Mississippi. I helped him build the last several boats. They were all charter boats. I started fishing with my father from an early age which was before I became a teenager. I love fishing and my children have their own charter boats now also. OCTOBER RODEO IS RIGHT AROUND THE CORNER! EXCITING FUN SO BOOK YOUR TRIP SOON!

16 Fishing Reports
159 Customer reviews
Typical response within 5 hours
Member since May 2016

My father was a fisherman and built his own boats with each one getting larger . He built them starting in New Orleans, Louisiana and then Biloxi, Mississippi. I helped him build the last several boats. They were all charter boats. I started fishing with my father from an early age which was before I became a teenager. I love fishing and my children have their own charter boats now also. OCTOBER RODEO IS RIGHT AROUND THE CORNER! EXCITING FUN SO BOOK YOUR TRIP SOON!

The fish you can target

Amberjack
Amberjack
Cobia
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper
Goliath Grouper
Goliath Grouper
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Sailfish
Sailfish
Red Snapper
Red Snapper
Gray Triggerfish
Gray Triggerfish
Yellowfin Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna
Wahoo
Wahoo
Amberjack
Amberjack
Cobia
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper
Goliath Grouper
Goliath Grouper

Real catches by this captain

  • Great trip.  Great crew. Caught a ton of fish.
    Kim M.
    Kim M.
  • Great first time.
    Jason C.
    Jason C.
  • A great time
    Darrell H.
    Darrell H.
  • great trip!
    Staci W.
    Staci W.
  • Awesome and Fun Trip
    Darrin S.
    Darrin S.
  • Great Captain Crew
    Matthew S.
    Matthew S.
  • Family Fun in just 4hrs!!
    Preston W.
    Preston W.
  • Fishin trip
    Curtis M.
    Curtis M.
  • Great Springbreak trip
    Brian R.
    Brian R.
  • Family Reunion
    Tyler R.
    Tyler R.

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
44 ft
Year built
1983
Boat manufacturer
Custom built boat
Boat type
Sportfishing
Engine model
Detroit diesel
Powered by
2 x 500HP
Max cruising speed
10 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Fighting chair
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed
Flybridge
Live bait well
Outriggers
Ice box
Radar
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
First mate
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 not included

Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.

Child friendly
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

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:

 Cash

 Checks

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