Captain
David Sherman

Member since February 2018 Destin, United States
Background
Captain David Sherman has over 20 years of fishing experience in Destin - with 13 years of experience captaining a charter vessel. Captain David is proud of being able to offer a very diverse offer of trips. He can cater to anglers of any skill level, from first-timers down to the seasoned sea wolves.
Techniques
inshore fishing

Hey, I'm Captain David Sherman

Destin, United States
Background
Captain David Sherman has over 20 years of fishing experience in Destin - with 13 years of experience captaining a charter vessel. Captain David is proud of being able to offer a very diverse offer of trips. He can cater to anglers of any skill level, from first-timers down to the seasoned sea wolves.
Techniques
inshore fishing
71
Reviews
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Our Team
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Captain

My Charter Listing

Emerald Coast Bay Charters, LLC

State licensed
Excellent
4.7 / 5
(71 reviews)
Destin
 Last booking: 22 hours ago
 Instant Confirmation
Trips from US $575

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.7 / 5
out of 5 stars from 71 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.6 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (57)
Fishing with David
April fishing trip
GREAT TRIP!!
+54
Angler rating
59
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
80%
Friendly captain
88%
Recommend this charter
87%
Appropriate for children
95%
Satisfied with the boat
98%
Caught fish
90%
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ZANE L.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great!! Had a lot of fun

VERIFIED   4 Hour Fishing Trip - 12:00 PM on July 9, 2026
Captain David Sherman was “OUTSTANDING “. He was especially patient and helpful with my 11 year old Grandson.  We will...
ZANE L. recommends Emerald Coast Bay Charters, LLC
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Sohrab B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fishing with David

VERIFIED   NEW  3 Hour Trip - 12:00 PM on July 15, 2026
Sohrab B. recommends Emerald Coast Bay Charters, LLC
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Eric R.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great trip lot of mackeral

VERIFIED   4 Hour Fishing Trip - 12:00 PM on April 6, 2026
captain dave was awesome.  caught alot of fish kids loved the fly bridge and even figured out a new nickname for my wife haha. ...
Eric R. recommends Emerald Coast Bay Charters, LLC
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Shawn L.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Excellent trip!!!

VERIFIED   3 Hour Trip on June 16, 2026
Captain Sherman is top class! I fully recommend him for your next inshore trip!
Shawn L. recommends Emerald Coast Bay Charters, LLC
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Andrew C.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Excellent trip for young kids

VERIFIED   2hr Kids Trip on May 18, 2026
kids were busy the entire time catching fish. Captain did a great job of helping them out as well.
Andrew C. recommends Emerald Coast Bay Charters, LLC
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