Destin Fishing Charters

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Frequently Asked Questions about Fishing Charters in Destin

According to customer reviews, some of the most popular fishing charters in Destin, Florida are: Full list of top fishing charters in Destin

The average price for a private 4 hour Destin fishing trip is US $984, while an 8 hour private trip will cost you US $1,914 based on prices on FishingBooker.com.

Fishing charters in Destin that received great reviews from families are:

The top 3 fish species targeted on guided fishing trips in Destin are:

The top 3 fishing techniques in Destin are:

The top 3 types of fishing in Destin are:

Many fishing charters in Destin provide rods, reels and tackle. Some of the top rated are:

According to customer reviews on FishingBooker.com, some of the best rated charter captains in Destin are:

Who are the top awarded captains in Destin?

Some of the fishing trips offered by fishing charters in Destin are:
  • 2-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $460
  • 3-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $598
  • 4-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $873
  • 5-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $1,135
  • 6-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $1,467
  • 7-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $2,300
  • 8-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $1,930
  • 10-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $2,650
  • 12-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $3,700
  • 16-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $4,500

Fishing in Destin

The “Luckiest Fishing Village in the World” speaks for itself. Anglers from all over the world come to sample the delights of Destin’s fishing charters and to take on some of the most sought-after game fish in the world. From the shallow inshore waters of the Choctawhatchee Bay to the deep waters of the Gulf of Mexico, the opportunities are endless!
 
Depending on the time of year you visit, you could sink your hook into delicious creatures such as Flounder, Sheepshead, Triggerfish, or Seatrout, along with tough-fighting Redfish, Jack Crevalle, and even Tarpon. And that’s just inshore!
 
Head to the deeper waters of the Gulf, and you can try bottom fishing for dinner, or troll the open waters for some true monsters. Mackerel, Cobia, Amberjack, Groupers, and Red Snapper are some of the prizes you’ll find nearshore. Meanwhile, Wahoo, Mahi Mahi, Tuna, Sailfish, Marlin, and even Mako Sharks await in the deep. 
 
With so much fishing on offer, it’s no surprise that there’s a range of trips to choose from. Bring the whole family along and explore the calm waters inshore for as little as a couple of hours. Popular options include 3/4 day trips and full day trips, while some of the most enthusiastic fishermen enjoy spending up to a few days on a boat, making the most of these productive waters. 
 

Rules & Regulations

Aboard a Destin fishing charter, not only will your license be covered, but you’ll also have the knowledge of a true professional captain. As well as taking you to the sweet spots, they’ll also make sure that you’re fishing within the law when it comes to seasons and limits. 
Destin
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Based on 28446 reviews by FishingBooker anglers

Destin Fishing Seasons

January

The weather may be a bit colder, but the fishing can be red hot. Head offshore to battle it out with a range of Snappers, or hit the bays and get your fill of delicious Redfish and Trout to take home. 

February

It's still a little cold for the pelagics to pass by, but there's plenty of options on the reefs and in the bays. Try bottom fishing wherever you go and land anything from Trout and Redfish to Snapper and Amberjack. 

March

You'll sense a flurry of activity in Destin as the weather begins to warm up. The fishing season starts to kick off with plenty of Cobia making the journey to the reefs, while bay fishing remains as good as before.

April

You'll know the season has arrived Destin when April strikes. Cobia fishing is at its peak and the Harbor Docks Tournament attracts anglers from all over the world looking to land that monster reef fish.

 

May

While the Cobia frenzy may be dying down, may brings with it the start of the offshore season. Head out to the deep waters for up to days on end and try trolling for pelagics or bottom fish for Groupers. 

June

Summer takes Destin by storm and you'll want to book early to avoid disappointment. Come and combine your thrilling fishing adventure with the chance to kick back on the beach – this is what you work for!

 

July

Get ready to dodge the sun, as temperatures in Destin reach the high 90s. Red Snapper season kicks off, meaning you'll want to head offshore, but you can always take advantage of the Tarpon bite with night fishing.

August

High season continues throughout August, with offshore fishing for pelagics still offering extreme anglers the chance of that trophy catch. Head offshore, to the reefs, or even inshore, and land any of Destin's prized fish.

September

As the crowds start to die down, there's no sign of the fishing going anywhere. The weather is still warm, so you should take advantage of this time of year, when Tuna and Sailfish come close to shore. 

October

Three words: Destin Fishing Rodeo. Over 30,000 anglers come to town over the whole month of October with a competition to suit all kinds of angler. Come and test your skills to be in with the chance of a top prize.

November

Fishing in Destin has to cool down at some point – but not in November! Make the most of the end of the pelagic season, while bay and bottom fishing is still on fire. Fill your boat to fill the freezer for the holidays! 

December

Temperatures are usually in the fifties in Destin in December, but that shouldn't stop you from coming here! Grab a festive fish feast in the bay or by bottom fishing along the reefs and catching your own dinner.

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What anglers said about fishing in Destin

I believe itโ€™s not the best time of year for fishing in Destin but we still caught lots of fish
Excellent
5.0 / 5
I believe itโ€™s not the best time of year for fishing in Destin but we still caught lots of fish
850 Chartersโ€”Capt. Jared
850 Chartersโ€”Capt. Jared
Donโ€™t be obsessed with the amount of time out fishing. Get an experience boat captain and go catch fish!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Donโ€™t be obsessed with the amount of time out fishing. Get an experience boat captain and go catch fish!
Dawn Patrol Charters
Dawn Patrol Charters
Little cool early but warmed up quick. Guide cleaned the Spanish macs and we took them to the boathouse oyster bar and they blackened them and made fish tacos was excellent.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Little cool early but warmed up quick. Guide cleaned the Spanish macs and we took them to the boathouse oyster bar and they blackened them and made fish tacos was excellent.
One More Last Cast
One More Last Cast
Check the weather. It was cooler than normal. Fish was just not biting very much
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Check the weather. It was cooler than normal. Fish was just not biting very much
Another Last Cast
Another Last Cast
We had a great overall experience. Just check what's in season if you have specific targets in mind.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
We had a great overall experience. Just check what's in season if you have specific targets in mind.
850 Charters
850 Charters
Trust the captain, and enjoy the ride. We caught a great amount of fish, it just took a couple spots to find them (as with any fishing)
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Trust the captain, and enjoy the ride. We caught a great amount of fish, it just took a couple spots to find them (as with any fishing)
Last Cast Charters
Last Cast Charters
Use this Charter, you will not be disappointed. Best time and great memories.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Use this Charter, you will not be disappointed. Best time and great memories.
No Alibi Fishing Charters
No Alibi Fishing Charters
You're going to get wet, the waters are a but more choppy in December. Layer up and have a good time! Bring a cooler to bring your catch home.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
You're going to get wet, the waters are a but more choppy in December. Layer up and have a good time! Bring a cooler to bring your catch home.
850 Charters
850 Charters
The weather did not make it a very warm or comfy trip, but the fish were still biting! Dress in warm layers and youโ€™ll be fine.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
The weather did not make it a very warm or comfy trip, but the fish were still biting! Dress in warm layers and youโ€™ll be fine.
Lonestar Fishing Charters 33โ€™
Lonestar Fishing Charters 33โ€™
It's been a little tough with the rip current advisory, but dispite the water being a little rough the charter was a success.
Very good
4.0 / 5
It's been a little tough with the rip current advisory, but dispite the water being a little rough the charter was a success.
850 Charters
850 Charters
The fishing trips obviously the scenery and the people food is great and a vast choice.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
The fishing trips obviously the scenery and the people food is great and a vast choice.
Always Tight Fishing Charter Destin
Always Tight Fishing Charter Destin Clacton-on-Sea, England
Be prepared for cooler weather on the water and at speed on the boatโ€ฆ...layer your clothing. Sunglasses, hats a must! It sure beats sweltering in the summer heat though!!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Be prepared for cooler weather on the water and at speed on the boatโ€ฆ...layer your clothing. Sunglasses, hats a must! It sure beats sweltering in the summer heat though!!
Southern Country Charters
Southern Country Charters
It changes all of the time. Luckily our guide knew what is happening and when.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
It changes all of the time. Luckily our guide knew what is happening and when.
MAXIMUS
MAXIMUS
I fish here every October and we always seem to catch fish. Be prepared for high seas and be sure to take Dramamine to keep your stomach settled.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
I fish here every October and we always seem to catch fish. Be prepared for high seas and be sure to take Dramamine to keep your stomach settled.
Party/Walk-On 30-65 Passenger Trip
Party/Walk-On 30-65 Passenger Trip
Yes. We got what we requested, which was to catch fish & keep my grandsons busy.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Yes. We got what we requested, which was to catch fish & keep my grandsons busy.
850 Charters
850 Charters
For first timers, try a four-hour nearshore charter, but if you want to deep sea fish you will probably need a full day. We booked with Captain Jayson Self on the King of Kings boat, a 38-footer with covered area and a toilet. Captain Jayson & Juan were very helpful and fun to be with. Having a great captain, crew, and a boat with a covered area and toilet makes for a great trip. We caught 35+ fish which also makes for a great charter!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
For first timers, try a four-hour nearshore charter, but if you want to deep sea fish you will probably need a full day. We booked with Captain Jayson Self on the King of Kings boat, a 38-footer with covered area and a toilet. Captain Jayson & Juan were very helpful and fun to be with. Having a great captain, crew, and a boat with a covered area and toilet makes for a great trip. We caught 35+ fish which also makes for a great charter!
King of Kings Charters
King of Kings Charters
Go out to federal waters if you want to get bigger fish this time of year. Still fun to fish in state waters though, and you might get lucky!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Go out to federal waters if you want to get bigger fish this time of year. Still fun to fish in state waters though, and you might get lucky!
Charter Boat Starfire
Charter Boat Starfire Crawfordville, Florida
The fish werenโ€™t biting heavily today, but we were able to catch about 2 lbs of fish for dinner.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
The fish werenโ€™t biting heavily today, but we were able to catch about 2 lbs of fish for dinner.
Last Cast Charters
Last Cast Charters United States
Try one of the party boats first round out. It's an inexpensive way to get a taste of the area and you have a ton of space to get out of the sun if needed.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Try one of the party boats first round out. It's an inexpensive way to get a taste of the area and you have a ton of space to get out of the sun if needed.
Party/Walk-On 30-65 Passenger Trip
Party/Walk-On 30-65 Passenger Trip Canaseraga, NY
Make sure to ask whatโ€™s in season and you what you can take home by law..
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Make sure to ask whatโ€™s in season and you what you can take home by law..
Fish-N-Fun Destin Charters
Fish-N-Fun Destin Charters Denham Springs, Louisiana

How did anglers rate fishing charters in Destin?

Lifeโ€™s 2 Short
Lifeโ€™s 2 Short
Fishing charter in Destin
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(6 reviews)
Alex is a great captain! Very knowledgeable about fishing! Would fish with him again.
Kevin  R.
Kevin R.
850 Chartersโ€”Capt. Jared
850 Chartersโ€”Capt. Jared
Fishing charter in Destin
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(136 reviews)
My wife and I recently went on a 4hr trip with Capt. Jared. It was a windy morning that never let up. But Capt. Jared worked very hard to put us on fish even with rough conditions. Much respect for a guide who went above and beyond to get us tight lines!
Canaan  K.
Canaan K.
Stelluna Family Friendly Charters
Stelluna Family Friendly Charters
Fishing charter in Destin
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(87 reviews)
Our family had some young fishers and Captain and his crew were very welcoming, friendly, and helpful!
Linda  M.
Linda M.
Party/Walk-On 30-65 Passenger Trip
Party/Walk-On 30-65 Passenger Trip
Fishing charter in Destin
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(562 reviews)
The crew is fantastic. We had some very rough waters. But, we still caught plenty of fish and never felt unsafe at any point.
Nathan  B.
Nathan B.
Nothin' Matters
Nothin' Matters
Fishing charter in Destin
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(121 reviews)
We had a great half day. Caught some fish with a great crew. Iโ€™ll fish with them again.
Blake  K.
Blake K.
Lifeโ€™s 2 Short
Lifeโ€™s 2 Short
Fishing charter in Destin
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(6 reviews)
Captain Alex was excellent from the moment we met him to the time we got back. Our family of 5 had a great time and plan on being repeat customers! We were able to catch a 9 1/2 foot Lemon Shark! Thanks Captain Alex for such a great first time charter experience !
Tracey  W.
Tracey W.
Flowing Water: Fish, Cruise & Tour (CC)
Flowing Water: Fish, Cruise & Tour (CC)
Fishing charter in Destin
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(2 reviews)
We had a blast. Our captain and crew were wonderful. We caught loads of fish!
Laura  S.
Laura S.
Fish and Fun Destin - 2023 Sportsman 31'
Fish and Fun Destin - 2023 Sportsman 31'
Fishing charter in Destin
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(40 reviews)
Captain Blake was great and extremely fun for my brother myself and my daughter. He worked hard to make sure are trip was exciting and caught as much fish as possible. Really down to earth guy who would be a great captain for any occasion. Could not recommend highly enough!
David  V.
David V.
Big John of Florida Charter Boat
Big John of Florida Charter Boat
Fishing charter in Destin
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(47 reviews)
Highly recommend. Awesome trip awesome atmosphere and Brian was great and beyond helpful. Captain got us on fish and Denis was top notch. Will definitely come back
Mike  M.
Mike M.
Dawn Patrol Charters
Dawn Patrol Charters
Fishing charter in Destin
Excellent
4.3 / 5
(203 reviews)
JT did a good job and determined that we would catch something and, we did. We had our grandson and for us, it was wanting him to catch something, time on the water, have a good time and we did all the above.
Dawn  R.
Dawn R.
850 Chartersโ€”Capt. Jared
850 Chartersโ€”Capt. Jared
Fishing charter in Destin
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(136 reviews)
Even with cold water and higher winds, the capt was able to put my 6 yo on some fish. Very knowledgeable about the area and types of fish. My son had a good time, and we will be coming back
Justin  H.
Justin H.
850 Chartersโ€”Capt. Jared
850 Chartersโ€”Capt. Jared
Fishing charter in Destin
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(136 reviews)
We had a great time with Captin Jared! He was so kind and helpful to my 8 and 9 year olds. We caught 4 fish and saw some dolphins. He worked really hard to make sure we caught something!
Jennifer  B.
Jennifer B.
Last Cast Charters
Last Cast Charters
Fishing charter in Destin
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(515 reviews)
My son and I had a great time, the Captain was very knowledgeable and helpful. We caught the type of fish we wanted to catch.
Greg  C.
Greg C.
Pelican โ€“ Private Fishing  1-20 Passenger
Pelican โ€“ Private Fishing 1-20 Passenger
Fishing charter in Destin
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(37 reviews)
Great day on the water! Kye was everything we needed to make our trip great! Our teenage girls said he was โ€œeasy on the eyesโ€.
Dave  H.
Dave H.
850 Chartersโ€”Capt. Jared
850 Chartersโ€”Capt. Jared
Fishing charter in Destin
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(136 reviews)
Captain Jared was knowledgeable, kind, efficient and helpful. Our family would book with them again and appreciated our time catching fish.
Jill  W.
Jill W.
Just B Cause Charters
Just B Cause Charters
Fishing charter in Destin
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(456 reviews)
Captain Eddie and his mates Austin and Spencer were great. Seas were a little rough but theyโ€™d put us on the fish and we caught plenty. The mates worked hard to keep the poles baited and in the water. We Had a shark on a line but lost it, which was cool to watch the fight before it broke. Thanks guys The Crew from Wisconsin
Andrew  A.
Andrew A.
Last Cast For Real
Last Cast For Real
Fishing charter in Destin
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(2 reviews)
Although we didnโ€™t catch as many fish as we wanted, the trip was made great by the captain. He was very friendly, courteous, and knowledgeable. He also worked very hard . Would go with him again
Van  G.
Van G.
Dawn Patrol Charters
Dawn Patrol Charters
Fishing charter in Destin
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(203 reviews)
I booked this boat on a last minute excursion with my uncle and my daughter. I let the captain know that we werenโ€™t specifically targeting a certain species, we would just like to catch fish. (And hopefully take home some fillets). We certainly stayed busy catching an assortment of fish and got to bring home many meals worth of meat! Highly recommended!
Matthew  V.
Matthew V.
Cinnsational Saltwater Fishing
Cinnsational Saltwater Fishing
Fishing charter in Destin
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(106 reviews)
This boat and length of trip is perfect for kids or new fisherman. Captain Chris was great at finding fish and teaching our kiddo how to cast and reel in the ocean. Boat sides were a perfect height for our 7 year old son to be able to participate. Thanks for a great trip!
Tatum  S.
Tatum S.
850 Charters
850 Charters
Fishing charter in Destin
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(471 reviews)
We opted for the 5 hour morning charter. Captain Jared was AMAZING. We were on fish within minutes and stayed on them most of the day. I would highly recommend 850 Charters (and Captain Jared) to anyone looking to have a great day on the water catching fish.
Chris  R.
Chris R.

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