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
199
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
(199 reviews)
Angler's choice
Destin
 4 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 199 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (258)
Fun Family Trip
July fishing trip
July fishing trip
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Angler rating
182
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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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Annette S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Book Big John NOW!

VERIFIED   6 Hour Bottom and Troll Fishing on June 1, 2025
Great crew. We are now raving fans. Our seven year old granddaughter caught the biggest fish. Unbelievable first experience...
Annette S. recommends Big John of Florida Deep Sea Fishing
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Curt B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Lots of fun for the family!

VERIFIED   5 Hour Beginner Fishing Experience on March 26, 2025
This was our first time on a fishing charter. The Captain got us on the fish and on deck Corey answered all our questions along...
Curt B. recommends Big John of Florida Deep Sea Fishing
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Abigail W.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fantastic Experience

VERIFIED   5 Hour Begginer Fishing Experience on March 13, 2025
We were all 1st timers going fishing.ย  We booked the 5 hr beginner experience.ย  The experience was perfect!ย  We caught...
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Michelle W.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

4 Hours

VERIFIED   4 Hour Beginner Troll Fishing on March 11, 2025
Had lots of fun!! I recommend more than 4 hours to enjoy a greater experience!! Captains were all amazing and was very informative!!...
Michelle W. recommends Big John of Florida Deep Sea Fishing
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Court A.
Excellent
4.3 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Very good
4.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
Overall

Fun Family Trip

VERIFIED   NEW  5 Hour Beginner Fishing Experience on July 30, 2025
We were looking for a large capacity boat for two adults, four kids and our infant and Big John met all criteria. Our 3 month...
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