Windwalker II Charters is based in Destin, Florida - “The World’s Luckiest Fishing Village”. The company offers fun fishing experience in the Gulf of Mexico. An easy-going vessel, a relaxed atmosphere, an experienced and knowledgeable crew – what else is needed for a fun day out on the water?

Enjoy your fishing trip with Windwalker II Charters aboard a 48-ft custom-built boat, which comes powered by a 300 HP Detroit Diesel engine. This fishing machine can accommodate up to fifteen anglers. Its navigational electronics include a GPS, a VHF radio, and a fish finder. The boat’s flybridge will aid your search for the fish and an ice-box will keep the catch fresh and the drinks cool during the day. Inside the vessel there is a toilet, which is a much-needed thing when staying on the water. As well as that, there is a live bait tank fitted along with downriggers for a professional fishing experience.

The waters of Destin are abundant with a wide range of fish species, and Windwalker II Charters is familiar with the methods that work best to make an outstanding catch possible.

Enjoy a productive 4-6-hour trip to Destin’s shallow waters, or travel further out to deeper waters on a longer trip. Go trolling close to the shore for Spanish Mackerel, Mahi Mahi, King Mackerel, and Bonito. Or take a ride further out for an exciting fight with those blue water monsters – Wahoo, Tuna, White Marlin, Sailfish, and Blue Marlin.

A fishing trip with Windwalker II Charters comes inclusive with rods, reels, tackle, lures, and live bait, along with the licenses for you and your group. If you decide to keep the catch, it will be cleaned and filleted after the trip for a ride home, where you could take it for dinner later. Feel free to bring your own snacks and drinks!

Take advantage of the fun of fishing with Windwalker II Charters!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Mar 1 - May 31
    US $1,000
    If you want to spend less time out on the water and still hook some world-famous Floridian fish, join your captain for this short-but-sweet morning adventure! You'll explore Destin's nearshore fishing grounds, where you'll come face-to-gills with anything from Jack Crevalle, Snapper species, and Mackerel species, plus whatever else is biting. Your departure time will vary depending on specific conditions for the day. Rods, reels, bait, tackle, and your license are included.
    Types of fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Reef Fishing
    Wreck Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Trolling
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    Seasonal trip Mar 1 - May 31
    US $1,000
    If you want to spend less time out on the water and still hook some world-famous Floridian fish, join your captain for this short-but-sweet morning adventure! You'll explore Destin's nearshore fishing grounds, where you'll come face-to-gills with anything from Jack Crevalle, Snapper species, and Mackerel species, plus whatever else is biting. Your departure time will vary depending on specific conditions for the day. Rods, reels, bait, tackle, and your license are included.
    Types of fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Trolling
  • Private trip
    5 Hour Trip (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Mar 1 - Nov 30
    US $1,350
    If you're an early riser, join your captain and get ready to target the morning bite! This trip is perfect for newer anglers, or hardened fishermen on a tight schedule, as you'll spend less time on the water but still get to hook some incredible fish. You'll be targeting Snapper species, including Red and Mangrove, King and Spanish Mackerel, Cobia, and plenty more. Your captain will provide you with rods, reels, bait, tackle, and a fishing license.
    Types of fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Offshore Fishing
    Reef Fishing
    Wreck Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Deep Sea Fishing
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Trolling
  • Private trip
    5 Hour Trip (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    Seasonal trip Mar 1 - Nov 30
    US $1,350
    This trip is perfect for newer guests, or families traveling with little ones – you'll spend slightly more time on the water, but will keep Destin's shoreline in sight! You'll have the chance to target anything from King and Spanish Mackerel, Snapper species, and maybe even a Mahi Mahi or two. Your captain will be on hand to help you master the best techniques to hook your catch, and will provide you with rods, reels, bait, tackle, and a valid fishing license. The departure time is flexible.
    Types of fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Offshore Fishing
    Reef Fishing
    Wreck Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Deep Sea Fishing
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Trolling
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Mar 1 - Nov 30
    US $1,620
    If you're an early riser who wants to spend more time on the water, and try out a combination of techniques, join your captain on this 6-hour morning trip! It'll give you more time to combine trolling and bottom fishing, which means you'll target a wider variety of fish, including Mahi Mahi, King Mackerel, Bonito, and many more. Your captain will provide you with top-notch rods and reels, bait, tackle, and a valid fishing license for all guests.
    Types of fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Offshore Fishing
    Reef Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Deep Sea Fishing
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Trolling
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    Seasonal trip Mar 1 - Nov 30
    US $1,620
    Travel further out from the coast of Destin, spend more time on the water, and get ready to hook a wider variety of fish! You'll target huge Snapper species, including Red and Mangrove, as well as Mackerel, Jack Crevalle, Cobia, Mahi Mahi, Bonito, and more. Your captain will show you the best techniques, including trolling, and will provide rods, reels, bait, tackle, and a fishing license for you. Please note that your trip departure time is flexible, depending on when your captain's morning trip ends.
    Types of fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Offshore Fishing
    Reef Fishing
    Wreck Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Deep Sea Fishing
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Trolling
  • Private trip
    8 Hour Trip (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    Seasonal trip Mar 1 - Oct 31
    US $2,000
    Head out in the afternoon and spend the day fishing the productive offshore waters out of Destin. Combine trolling for Mahi Mahi, Wahoo, and maybe even Marlin with bottom fishing for Snapper, Grouper, and other tasty bottom dwellers. Your captain will provide you with all the necessary gear and tackle, as well as bait and a fishing license. Bring your own food and drinks if you wish!
  • Private trip
    8 Hour Trip (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Mar 1 - Nov 30
    US $2,162
    If you want to travel further out from Destin's coast, and explore plentiful offshore waters, join your captain on this full-day trip! You'll have the chance to combine trolling and bottom fishing to target your catch, which means you'll hook anything from hard-fighting Mahi Mahi, Wahoo, and maybe even Marlin. Your captain will provide you with all the necessary gear and tackle, as well as bait and a fishing license. Bring your own food and drinks if you wish!
    Types of fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Offshore Fishing
    Reef Fishing
    Wreck Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Deep Sea Fishing
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Trolling
  • Private trip
    10 Hour Trip
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    10 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Mar 1 - Nov 30
    US $2,700
    If you're a serious fisherman who wants to experience the best that Destin's offshore waters have to offer, join your captain on this extended trip! You'll have the chance to fish further offshore, cruising to seriously deep waters. This means that you'll be targeting huge varieties of Wahoo, Tuna, Mahi Mahi, White and Blue Marlin, and Sailfish. Your captain will make sure you're provided with rods, reels, bait, tackle and a fishing license. Just bring your best game face!
    Types of fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Offshore Fishing
    Reef Fishing
    Wreck Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Deep Sea Fishing
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Trolling
  • Private trip
    12 Hour Trip
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    12 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Mar 1 - Nov 30
    US $3,240
    For hardcore anglers only! Get ready to cruise out to Destin's seriously deep offshore waters on this 12-hour extravaganza. You'll be targeting world-famous big game species, including Wahoo, huge Tuna varieties, White Marlin, Blue Marlin, Sailfish, Mahi Mahi, and whatever else happens to be biting. You'll be provided with top-quality rods and reels, bait, tackle, and a valid fishing license, and your catch will be cleaned after the trip free of charge.
    Types of fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Offshore Fishing
    Reef Fishing
    Wreck Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Deep Sea Fishing
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Trolling
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FAQs about Windwalker II Charters

Windwalker II Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $1,000 per group, additional US $100 per person after 6 guests - 4 Hour Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $1,000 per group, additional US $100 per person after 6 guests - 4 Hour Trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $1,350 per group, additional US $135 per person after 6 guests - 5 Hour Trip (AM) (5 hours)
  • US $1,350 per group, additional US $135 per person after 6 guests - 5 Hour Trip (PM) (5 hours)
  • US $1,620 per group, additional US $162 per person after 6 guests - 6 Hour Trip (AM) (6 hours)
  • US $1,620 per group, additional US $162 per person after 6 guests - 6 Hour Trip (PM) (6 hours)
  • US $2,000 per group, additional US $200 per person after 6 guests - 8 Hour Trip (PM) (8 hours)
  • US $2,162 per group, additional US $216 per person after 6 guests - 8 Hour Trip (AM) (8 hours)
  • US $2,700 per group, additional US $270 per person after 6 guests - 10 Hour Trip (10 hours)
  • US $3,240 per group, additional US $324 per person after 6 guests - 12 Hour Trip (12 hours)

When you book a trip with Windwalker II Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Flybridge
  • Live Bait Well
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with Windwalker II Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • First Mate
  • Fishing License

Windwalker II Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing

Windwalker II Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Windwalker II Charters include:
  • Amberjack
  • Cobia
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Grouper (Gag)
  • Jack Crevalle
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Little Tunny (False Albacore)
  • Sailfish
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Wahoo

Meet the Captain

Bernie Lefebvre
Destin, Florida, United States
368 Customer reviews
Response time 4 hours
Member since January 2017
Captain Bernie Lefebvre is a native of Fort Walton Beach, Florida, brought to the area via his father's military assignment. The opportunity to grow up on the waters of the Emerald Coast allowed Bernie to gain both knowledge and experience. His passion for fishing began when he was a young boy, when he went fishing with his Dad and friends. In 1984, Bernie worked with a friend and his father for a Destin charter boat business. While in college, Bernie worked as a deckhand and dreamed about starting his own company, which he did after 15 years of working in the Information Technology field. Captain Bernie has taken part in various fishing tournaments, where he became a big fan of offshore trolling. For Bernie, the greatest thing about fishing is the excitement and fun it can provide to people of all ages!

About this listing

Targeted species

Amberjack Amberjack
Cobia Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi) Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Grouper (Gag) Gag Grouper

Boat specs

Custom (Sportfishing) originally built in 1979. Powered by a 300HP Detroit Diesel engine.

Length
48 ft
Capacity
15 persons

Types of fishing

Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Deep Sea Fishing

Amenities

Toilet
GPS
Fishfinder
Flybridge
Live Bait Well
Ice Box

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
First Mate
Fishing License

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 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.

Listing policies

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

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
Visa
Mastercard
American Express
PayPal

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.6 / 5
out of 5 stars from 368 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.6 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.6 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.6 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (274)
Nice King Mackerel!!
Nice King Mackerel!!
Nice King Mackerel!!
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Angler rating
280
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
89%
Friendly captain
96%
Recommend this charter
91%
Appropriate for children
91%
Satisfied with the boat
96%
Caught fish
83%
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Bill L.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fishing with Bernie

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip (PM) on June 1, 2023
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Nathan E.
Yukon, OK
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5-Hour Red Snapper Trip

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip (PM) on July 18, 2023
Awesome trip by Captain Bernie and Mike who helped us fish on deck. With three kids in our party, we wanted something in between...
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Russ F.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great day catching fish!!

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip (PM) on October 29, 2023
There were seven of us on board; six fishing and we caught lots of fish.  Mark (the second mate) was exceptional in his coaching,...
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Ryan M.
Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Nice King Mackerel!!

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip (AM) on November 20, 2023
We went out in the morning with good weather and cought plenty of fish, we even got a very large king mackerel that gave a...
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Felicia B.
Saint Florian, AL
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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8 hour trip

VERIFIED   8 Hour Trip (AM) on August 9, 2023
We did the 8 hour trip and it was amazing!!! The Captain kept us on top of the fish. There was never a dull moment. The deck...
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