Valparaiso Dolphin (Mahi Mahi) Fishing Charters

Bottom Fishing & Trolling for all kinds of Gulf Species. Kindly note: For safety reasons, these trips are not recommended for guests who are pregnant. Thank you for your understanding.

Morning trips are known to be more productive, and Captain Tim will make sure that's the case. It's best to get out early and get the early bite and beat the heat! You'll be fishing for the likes of Snapper, Grouper, Mahi Mahi, Cobia, and plenty more besides. Rods, reels, and terminal tackle are included in the price of the trip.

This is for the more accomplished fisherman. We would venture further to more remote fishing spots targeting red snapper, grouper, scamp, grouper, amberjack, mahi-mahi and whatever else might hit bottom fishing, trolling, and or jigging. Please note that most all fish have seasons and size limits to keep.

On this trip, we will spend the day trolling for bigger game fish around the near shore reefs. You'll have the chance to see if you can get a King Mackerel, Mahi, Blackfin Tuna, or even an Amberjack (seasonal). Also when trolling, we cover a lot of water, so if we see any fish feeding on the surface, you will be able to sight cast. A great day for family fun!

This trip is in the Gulf of Mexico. Go nearshore (nine-miles, state water) and target Florida's Red Snapper! Also on the menu: Cobia, Spanish Mackerel, King Mackerel, Mahi Mahi, Triggerfish, Pompano, and all kinds of Groupers! Florida Wildlife announces the exact season dates mid-Spring each year. The 2024 season is tentatively scheduled for June 14-July 31. Message Captain Rob with questions.

These trips will target red snapper whenever it opens during the weekends of October and November.

Many different spots and species from trolling to bottom fishing

An 8-hour trip gives more time and the advantage of going even further out to enjoy the water and catch more fish. The day is yours! You'll start your adventure at 6:30 a.m. and return to the dock at 2:30 p.m. You can catch Gray Triggerfish, Mahi Mahi, and many more (species depending on season and regulations). No Trolling. If interested in trolling, see Pelagic Trolling Trip.

Let's get after it! The 8 hours allows us to go even further targeting the larger fish and has the option to troll during our transit out for pelagic fish such as Mahi Mahi, Wahoo, and Tuna.

Enjoy fishing some of Destin’s natural bottom and artificial reefs. You can choose to spend your time reeling from the non-stop bottom action or take your chances trolling for something more sporty. The Gulf of America fishery in the Destin area is truly incredible. Make sure to be mindful of the weather conditions and try to book on days that seas are predicted for 2’ or less.