Charter Operator
Emerald Coast Charters

Member since May 2018 Destin, United States
Background
My father has over forty years of experience as a captain in Destin, Florida. I learned so much from him. I have been working the waters in Destin for over a decade, and have been running my own boat for the past four years. I most enjoy teaching people about the waters and the different types of creatures. Our boat offers much more than fishing, you'll get the full "5th Day" experience.

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Destin, United States
Background
My father has over forty years of experience as a captain in Destin, Florida. I learned so much from him. I have been working the waters in Destin for over a decade, and have been running my own boat for the past four years. I most enjoy teaching people about the waters and the different types of creatures. Our boat offers much more than fishing, you'll get the full "5th Day" experience.

My Charter Listings

Excellent
4.8 / 5
(140 reviews)
Destin
 2 bookings in the past week.
 Instant Confirmation
Trips from US $800
Excellent
4.9 / 5
(139 reviews)
Destin
 Last booking: 1 day ago
 Instant Confirmation
Trips from US $1,500

Fishing Reports

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 279 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (307)
Plenty of fish in the sea
Excellent time
Excellent time
+304
Angler rating
249
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
94%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
95%
Appropriate for children
95%
Satisfied with the boat
97%
Caught fish
95%
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Jephrey S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

German Extravaganza

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip – Spring Special on April 8, 2025
We are exceptionally happy with Captain Jimmy and AJ.  They took great care of us.  We had a friend visiting from Germany...
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GARY S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Destin fishing end of May 2025

VERIFIED   NEW  6 Hour Trip – Spring Special on May 28, 2025
Captain Jimmy and first mate Coleman were at the dock when we arrived. Captain Jimmy put us on fish quickly and Coleman was...
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Tyler T.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Picture perfect trip

VERIFIED   NEW  Full Day Trip Spring on May 17, 2025
From start to finish the trip was ideal. Captain Brandy asked what we wanted to do and we said bring home as many as we can,...
Tyler T. recommends Emerald Coast Charters – 46'
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John M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Excellent time

VERIFIED   NEW  6 Hour Trip – Spring Special on May 21, 2025
Capt Jim and mate Nick did an excellent job. Put us on fish as soon as we left the dock. Caught 8-10 different species. Even...
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Dan C.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

May fishing trip

VERIFIED   NEW  5 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing (AM) on May 26, 2025
Captain Jim took care of us today to get us on a spot that was hitting. Heading to the different spots he even got some tuna...
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