Private Yacht Destin 

4.9/5 (17 reviews)
 314 Harbor Boulevard, Destin, FL 32541, United States

Private Yacht Destin 

Destin, FL, United States
45 ft
6
4.9/5 (17 reviews)

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Private Yacht Destin is a luxury sportfisherman that specializes in family friendly trips out of Destin, Florida. If you're looking for some fine angling with your friends and family or just want to cruise in comfort and style – look no further.

Step aboard a 45' Hatteras boat, which is a deluxe, professionally maintained private yacht. It comes powered by twin 575 HP Detroit Diesel engines and can cruise at a maximum speed of 20 knots. Perfect for accommodating up to 6 anglers, the vessel features a spacious deck fitted with a flybridge to spot any action that's going on beneath the surface. The navigational electronics include a GPS, a VHF radio, a fish finder, as well as a Sirius XM SAT radio.

Come inside to find a fully air-conditioned cabin with a TV to relax in between the bites, a bed, a kitchen, a toilet, and a shower – everything you need for a comfortable day on the water. The boat is equipped with an ice-box for the catch, outriggers for professional trolling, and a live bait tank.

Fishing with Private Yacht Destin is an experience you couldn't miss. The crew offers half and full day trips, as well as sunset cruises for those who don't feel like fishing. If you want to enjoy your day on the water with your family and friends and get land some nice table fare, you have found the right charter. Your targeted species will include Grouper, Snapper, Triggerfish, Kingfish, Mahi Mahi, Amberjack, and many more.

Private Yacht Destin is a super-clean, modern, luxurious sport fisherman ideal for family trips where the experience counts as much as the catch!

Private Yacht Destin is a luxury sportfisherman that specializes in family friendly trips out of Destin, Florida. If you're looking for some fine angling with your friends and family or just want to cruise in comfort and style – look no further.

Step aboard a 45' Hatteras boat, which is a deluxe, professionally maintained private yacht. It comes powered by twin 575 HP Detroit Diesel engines and can cruise at a maximum speed of 20 knots. Perfect for accommodating up to 6 anglers, the vessel features a spacious deck fitted with a flybridge to spot any action that's going on beneath the surface. The navigational electronics include a GPS, a VHF radio, a fish finder, as well as a Sirius XM SAT radio.

Come inside to find a fully air-conditioned cabin with a TV to relax in between the bites, a bed, a kitchen, a toilet, and a shower – everything you need for a comfortable day on the water. The boat is equipped with an ice-box for the catch, outriggers for professional trolling, and a live bait tank.

Fishing with Private Yacht Destin is an experience you couldn't miss. The crew offers half and full day trips, as well as sunset cruises for those who don't feel like fishing. If you want to enjoy your day on the water with your family and friends and get land some nice table fare, you have found the right charter. Your targeted species will include Grouper, Snapper, Triggerfish, Kingfish, Mahi Mahi, Amberjack, and many more.

Private Yacht Destin is a super-clean, modern, luxurious sport fisherman ideal for family trips where the experience counts as much as the catch!

Destin Private Yacht
Charter Operator
Destin Private Yacht
40 years of experience
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Trip availability and prices

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Number of days
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Group Size
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4 Hour - Fish and Swim
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 9:00 AM
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Tuna (Blackfin)
US $2,400
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 Hour Trip – Family Friendly
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Amberjack
Cobia
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Snapper (Red)
+1
US $3,400
Entire boat: up to 6 people
8 Hour Trip – Wahoo!
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 5:30 AM
Wahoo
US $4,800
Entire boat: up to 6 people
There are 8 people looking at this charter.

Customer reviews

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Rating

4.9
17 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

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All reviews (17)

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Timothy Galbraith
Timothy Galbraith
Repeat angler
us
Missouri, US
Member since 2022
3 trips
5.0
Verified
Great trip
8 Hour Trip – Wahoo! on July 24, 20246 adults

Great service!

Destin Private Yacht
Response from Charter operator

Thank you Tim! Your kind words mean a lot to us, much appreciated!

Brazzel/oakcrest Funeral Home
Brazzel/oakcrest Funeral Home
us
Arkansas, US
Member since 2023
5.0
Verified
Fishing with Matt
8 Hour Trip – Wahoo! on July 3, 20232 adults

Reported catch:
Wahoo
Phil Smith
Phil Smith
us
Tennessee, US
Member since 2022
5.0
Verified
Captain Matt
22 Hr - Overnight Marlin offshore on June 27, 20222 adults

The Destin is a great boat to fish off the crew was exemplary.Wonderful experience!!

Destin Private Yacht
Response from Charter operator

Thank you so much for the kind words. I am looking forward to the next trip with you'all! All the best, Capt. Matt

Nicole Ermis
Nicole Ermis
Repeat angler
us
Texas, US
Member since 2023
2 trips
4.7
Verified
August fishing trip
6 Hour Trip – Family Friendly on August 6, 20234 adults2 children

Reported catch:
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Amberjack
Tiffanie  Sopp
Tiffanie Sopp
us
Texas, US
Member since 2022
5.0
Verified
Fishing with Matt
8 Hour Trip – Wahoo! on July 18, 20222 adults4 children

FAQs about Private Yacht Destin

Private Yacht Destin offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $2,400 per group - 4 Hour - Fish and Swim (4 hours)
  • US $3,400 per group - 6 Hour Trip – Family Friendly (6 hours)
  • US $4,800 per group - 8 Hour Trip – Wahoo! (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Private Yacht Destin, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • Air conditioning
  • Fighting chair On for trolling off for bottom fishing
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Flybridge
  • Snorkeling equipment
  • Live bait well On deck tank
  • Kitchen
  • Outriggers
  • Spearfishing equipment
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Private Yacht Destin include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • First mate
  • Fishing license
Private Yacht Destin offers the following types of fishing:
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
Private Yacht Destin offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Kite fishing
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Private Yacht Destin include:
  • Amberjack
  • Bonito
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Grouper (Gag)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Marlin (White)
  • Sailfish
  • Shark (Bull)
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Snapper (Vermilion)
  • Triggerfish (Gray)
  • Wahoo

Your operator

Destin Private Yacht
Destin Private Yacht
Destin Private Yacht

Destin, Florida, United States

9 Fishing Reports
17 Customer reviews
Member since April 2017

The Private Yacht Destin is operated by 3 Captains. Captain Al Altman has been running boats in and around Destin for 24 years. He is warm and welcoming, and specializes in family trips. Captain Matt Condon has been fishing and cruising in the Destin area for 20 years. 'It's all about delivering a great experience. Captain Jud Burkett loves both fishing and cruising. Sunset cruise and Crab Island excursions are his favorites. Capt. Jud is avid golfer as well.

9 Fishing Reports
17 Customer reviews
Member since April 2017

The Private Yacht Destin is operated by 3 Captains. Captain Al Altman has been running boats in and around Destin for 24 years. He is warm and welcoming, and specializes in family trips. Captain Matt Condon has been fishing and cruising in the Destin area for 20 years. 'It's all about delivering a great experience. Captain Jud Burkett loves both fishing and cruising. Sunset cruise and Crab Island excursions are his favorites. Capt. Jud is avid golfer as well.

The fish you can target

Amberjack
Amberjack
Skipjack
Skipjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
White Marlin
White Marlin
Sailfish
Sailfish
Bull Shark
Bull Shark
Red Snapper
Red Snapper
Vermilion Snapper
Vermilion Snapper
Gray Triggerfish
Gray Triggerfish
Wahoo
Wahoo
Amberjack
Amberjack
Skipjack
Skipjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
45 ft
Year built
1991
Restored in
2020
Boat manufacturer
Hatteras
Boat type
Convertible
Engine model
Detroit Diesel
Powered by
2 x 575HP
Max cruising speed
20 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Kite Fishing
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Air conditioning
Fighting chair
On for trolling off for bottom fishing
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed
Flybridge
Snorkeling equipment
Live bait well
On deck tank
Kitchen
Outriggers
Spearfishing equipment
Ice box

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 14 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 14 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
No smoking
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Book with 30% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 30% 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

What’s biting in Destin right now

AmberjackAmberjack
BonitoBonito
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Grouper (Gag)Grouper (Gag)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)King Mackerel (Kingfish)
SailfishSailfish
Snapper (Red)Snapper (Red)
Snapper (Vermilion)Snapper (Vermilion)
Triggerfish (Gray)Triggerfish (Gray)
WahooWahoo

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