Charter Operator
Big John of Florida Charter Boat

Member since May 2023 Destin, United States
Background
Denis has been an Angler since he was 16 years old. He spent some of his time fishing the Atlantic Ocean off the Coast of Montauk, New York. The Shark fishing tournaments were his favorite. Denis fell in love with Destin in 2020 and was missing a boat. The Big John boat and business was for sale and the rest is history.
Techniques
Bottom Fishing and Troll Fishing the longer the trip the bigger fish.

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Destin, United States
Background
Denis has been an Angler since he was 16 years old. He spent some of his time fishing the Atlantic Ocean off the Coast of Montauk, New York. The Shark fishing tournaments were his favorite. Denis fell in love with Destin in 2020 and was missing a boat. The Big John boat and business was for sale and the rest is history.
Techniques
Bottom Fishing and Troll Fishing the longer the trip the bigger fish.
Anglers Choice
186
Reviews
1
Fishing Reports
Verified
Our Team
Holly L.
Business associate
Denis L.
Captain

My Charter Listing

Big John of Florida Deep Sea Fishing

Federally permitted
Excellent
4.9 / 5
(186 reviews)
Angler's choice
Destin
 7 bookings in the past week.
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Trips from US $1,599

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 186 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (246)
6 Hr trip
Deep sea fishing for 9
Fishing
+243
Angler rating
171
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
95%
Friendly captain
97%
Recommend this charter
96%
Appropriate for children
91%
Satisfied with the boat
98%
Caught fish
97%
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Bobby M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Amazing fishing experience, would definitely recommend!

VERIFIED   6 Hour Bottom and Troll Fishing on December 30, 2024
My buddy and I took our kids out for a 6 hour trip.ย  Although it took 2 hours to get out to the fishing spot, it did not disappoint!ย ...
Bobby M. recommends Big John of Florida Deep Sea Fishing
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Elizabeth G.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Hell of a day at sea!

VERIFIED   6 Hour Bottom and Troll Fishing on August 19, 2024
We left in the middle of two storms. Rough waters. The captain did an excellent job with extremely large swells. Holding on...
Elizabeth G. recommends Big John of Florida Deep Sea Fishing
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Ken D.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

The Best in Town

VERIFIED   6 Hour Bottom and Troll Fishing on August 12, 2024
What an amazing experience! Very informative for beginners to seasoned anglers. From the boat to the rods and reels, everything...
Ken D. recommends Big John of Florida Deep Sea Fishing
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Ryan B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

6 Hr trip

VERIFIED   NEW  6 Hour Bottom and Troll Fish on June 29, 2025
Crew knew exactly where and how to get us on the fish. We caught our limit of red snapper in less that an hour. Awesome trip.
Ryan B. recommends Big John of Florida Deep Sea Fishing
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Vernon D.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great crew and boat !

VERIFIED   NEW  8 Hour Bottom and Troll Fishing on June 19, 2025
Great crew and boat, caught a lot fish and had a great time. Boat and equipment were in excellent shape. Definitely will go...
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