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.

If you're an early riser, there's no better way to start the day than fishing with an experienced captain. Depending on your preferences and the bite, you'll be going after a variety of inshore or offshore species, such as Redfish, Red Snapper, Mangrove Snapper, Triggerfish, Lane Snapper, Speckled Trout, Grouper, Amberjack, Mahi, Tuna, King, and Spanish Mackerel. Keep in mind most saltwater species have seasons, size, and bag limits so please don't be disappointed if you have to return some catch.

On this trip you have the option of staying in the Bay or going in the Gulf. On the Bay trips, you will be using live bait around the bridges with lighter tackle for a better fight. In the Gulf, you have the choice of trolling (for a chance at Mackerel, Amberjack, or even a Mahi), tight-lining live bait or bottom fishing for a variety of Snapper, Grouper, and Triggerfish (when in season).

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.

For the true adventurer, explore any of the local waters for 8 hours. The trip departs at 3:00 p.m. where you will start off on a bay or gulf adventure depending on the sea conditions. You'll get to watch a gorgeous sunset on the water then wrap it up with fishing the underwater night lights, shark fishing, or large stingray fishing. Captain Seth will provide you with all the fishing gear, licenses, as well as a fish cleaning service. Bring only your snacks and drinks, and go after memories of a lifetime!

Many different spots and species from trolling to bottom fishing

Go beyond! Your group, Captain, and the first mate will leave the dock at about 6:30 a.m. and spend 8 full hours in the deep blue. This experience is for the true anglers at heart. A full day of reaching both pelagic and bottom fishing in areas outside of the norm and strictly customized to you and your group. You can plan to go after Blackfin Tuna, Mahi Mahi, Wahoo, and many more deep-water species as federal/state regulations allow. Bring snacks, lunch, and drinks for the trip.

You really want to get after it! The full day is a 10-hour fishing marathon. This allows us the options to troll, bottom fish, and get after so much harder to find species.

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.