Captain
Matthew Champion

Member since April 2018 Destin, United States
Background
Captain Matthew Champion moved to Destin in 1987. His father took him fishing here and he knew fishing is what he would be doing for the rest of his life. In 1993, he got his first job on a party boat. Throughout his career, Capt. Matt has worked on party boats, commercial vessels fishing for snapper and grouper, and private charters. He caught so many fish in his life that he doesn't need to catch another one, but seeing the happiness in his customers' eyes while fishing is everything to him. Captain Matt has placed and won several tournaments, including five, 1st place finishes and one, 2nd place finish in the 2016 Destin deep sea Fishing Rodeo.
Techniques
I have a unique style in between high end sport fish yachts and very good bottom fishing mixed in.

Hey, I'm Captain Matthew Champion

Destin, United States
Background
Captain Matthew Champion moved to Destin in 1987. His father took him fishing here and he knew fishing is what he would be doing for the rest of his life. In 1993, he got his first job on a party boat. Throughout his career, Capt. Matt has worked on party boats, commercial vessels fishing for snapper and grouper, and private charters. He caught so many fish in his life that he doesn't need to catch another one, but seeing the happiness in his customers' eyes while fishing is everything to him. Captain Matt has placed and won several tournaments, including five, 1st place finishes and one, 2nd place finish in the 2016 Destin deep sea Fishing Rodeo.
Techniques
I have a unique style in between high end sport fish yachts and very good bottom fishing mixed in.
Anglers Choice
185
Reviews
315
Fishing Reports
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My Charter Listing

Championship Offshore Outfitting And Charters

Federally permitted
Excellent
4.9 / 5
(185 reviews)
Angler's choice
Destin
trips from US $1,100

Fishing Reports

Wahoo Time On Championship Offshore!
Wahoo Time On Championship Offshore!
Apr 23, 2024 Destin
Weโ€™re running Spring special rates right now! Book your fishing adventure while we still have spots open. Come have a blast fishing with Championship Offshore charters! You will always leave with a smile & plenty of fish!
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Amberjacks Open May 1st.
Amberjacks Open May 1st.
Apr 12, 2024 Destin
Amberjacks open May 1st. Book your fishing adventure with Championship Offshore charters! Weโ€™re running spring specials through May. Come have a blast fishing with us!
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Wahoo & Mahi Time On Championship!
Wahoo & Mahi Time On Championship!
Apr 8, 2024 Destin
The wahoos & mahi are starting to bite. Championship Offshore charters specializes in pleagic fishing. Weโ€™re running Spring special rates. Book your fishing adventure today with Championship Offshore.
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Family Fishing On Championship Offshore!
Family Fishing On Championship Offshore!
Apr 3, 2024 Destin
Our wonderful repeat customers always have a blast fishing with Championship Offshore charters. Weโ€™re running awesome Spring special rates right now. Book your trip ahead of time while we still have spots available. Come have a blast fishing with Championship Offshore charters. You will always leave with a smile & a great catch!
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Fish Championship Offshore Charters!
Fish Championship Offshore Charters!
Mar 31, 2024 Destin
Our awesome customers from Tennessee had a blast fishing with Championship Offshore! The bite is on fire right now. Wahoos are starting to bite nice. Red groupers & scamps open April 1st. Book your trip ahead of time while we still have spots available. We are running spring break special rates. Fish Championship!
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184.8 Pound Swordfish On Championship!
184.8 Pound Swordfish On Championship!
Mar 29, 2024 Destin
184.8 Pound Swordfish caught aboard Championship Offshore charters! These 2 lady anglers had such an amazing time fishing with us! Weโ€™re running Spring special rates right now. Book your trip ahead of time but we still have spots available. Come have a blast fishing with Championship and create memories that last a lifetime!
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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 185 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (244)
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
95%
Friendly captain
99%
Recommend this charter
97%
Appropriate for children
93%
Satisfied with the boat
98%
Caught fish
91%
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Chris V. S.
United States
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great afternoon with family and the crew!

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip (PM) on July 1, 2020
We didnโ€™t set records with our catch but all of us had a great time, especially our first-time charter fishing kids (13 &...
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Mark H.
Winder, GA
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Half day trip with Captain Matthew Champion

VERIFIED   8 Hour Trip (AM) on June 17, 2020
Enjoyed the trip from bait fishing, to drop zones. The fishing was fast paced at times, but enjoyed all the fun of fishing....
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Greg D.
Miramar Beach, FL
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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8 Hour Trip for Snapper and Grouper

VERIFIED   8 Hour Trip (AM) on June 4, 2019
This was the first ever family offshore fishing trip for my wife, 14 yr old son and 17 year old daughter.ย  It was a total...
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Nick B.
Auburn, AL
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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June fishing trip

VERIFIED   8 Hour Trip (AM) on June 18, 2022
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Bill D.
Oswego, IL
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Half Day Trip

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip โ€“ Spring Special (AM) on December 28, 2021
The crew was great and clearly knew how to get us on fish and adjust to changing conditions.ย  We caught a lot of fish and...
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