About Your Trip

Nearshore

We are located behind Dewey Destin’s on the harbor. We share a parking lot with Luther’s Pontoon and Dewey’s. Please pull all the way down the hill to the water the morning of (free parking) and we can get everyone loaded up.

We recommend you bring drinks/snacks and sunscreen. It will be hot! But we do have AC inside the boat as well as a restroom.

We leave the dock at 5:30am so we ask ... Read More

About Your Guide

Independent Guide

Talkative

Laid-back

Instructional

Beginner Oriented

Comfortable

Quality

Katie, a dedicated fishing guide based in the beautiful coastal city of Destin, Florida, is your gateway to thrilling and productive fishing adventures in the Emerald Coast. With extensive knowledge of the Gulf of Mexico's diverse fisheries and a true passion for angling, she specializes in providing anglers with unforgettable fishing experiences. Whether you're targeting kingfish, tuna or wahoo offshore, or trolling for Spanish mackerel, bonitas, or mahi nearshore, Katie's local expertise ensures each fishing trip is a rewarding and memorable adventure along the stunning ... Read More

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

Sailfish

If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?

Fresh caught sushi

What’s your favorite band?

Shania Twain

What’s your favorite movie?

Parent Trap

What’s your favorite sports team?

The University of Alabama (Alumni)

What’s your drink of choice?

Sweet tea

How did you get started guiding?

I grew up on the back deck of my dads charter boat working my way up until I got my captains license

What makes you different from other guides?

I’m a female in a predominantly male industry. I don’t yell at my anglers, I instead walk you through the process. We like to have fun on our boat. We listen to music, enjoy some beverages, and catch fish.

Start Location

200 Harbor Boulevard, Destin, FL, USA | Bodies of water fished: Gulf Of Mexico

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Sportfisher
Boat Manufacturer: Hatteras
Year Built: 1960
Boat Length: 34
Engine Manufacturer: John Deere
Number of Engines: 2
Additional Amenities: Live well, restroom, A.C, Bluetooth speaker. All fishing tackle and licenses are included.

Amenities and Information

Water Type

Nearshore

Skill Levels

Advanced, Beginner, Intermediate

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Fish Cleaning

This guide will clean your catch for you.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Music

You can play your own bluetooth music.

Boat Restroom

Available

Air Conditioning

This boat has air conditioning.

Live Bait

Yes, Included

Weather

You will get a refund if the trip is canceled due to weather.

Species

Blacktip Shark, Bonito, Bull Shark, Hammerhead Shark, Kingfish, Nurse Shark, Spanish Mackerel, Tiger Shark

Techniques

Artificial Lure Fishing, Bottom Fishing, Cut Bait Fishing, Heavy Tackle Fishing, Live Bait Fishing, Topwater Fishing, Trolling

Packing / Extras

Everything you'll need for your trip: Your mates tip is not included in the price. 15%-20% is customary.

The balance of your trip is due the morning of in cash.

We highly advise bringing my a cooler with waters or electrolyte beverages as it gets very hot.
Where to Buy a Fishing License: No license needed for this trip.

Things to Keep in Mind

Payment & Tipping: We use a cashless autopay system. We'll send you a boarding pass, and on the day of the trip, your guide will scan your boarding pass to automatically transfer the remaining balance. The only cash needed is to tip your guide (we recommend 20%).
Cancellation/Refund Policy: The deposit for this trip is non-refundable (but if the weather is too bad to go out, you will still receive a credit back to your account).

Pricing Matrix

	5 Hours	4 Hours
6 People	$1,518.00	$1,214.40
5 People	$1,518.00	$1,214.40
4 People	$1,518.00	$1,214.40
3 People	$1,518.00	$1,214.40
2 People	$1,518.00	$1,214.40
1 Person	$1,518.00	$1,214.40

First Time Booking with Us?

Captain Experiences is the home of over 1500 Damn Good fishing and hunting guides. Our mission is to unlock the outdoors for everyone, and we want to help you get out there through our no-hassle online booking experience and our team of outdoors experts.

We vet our guides to make sure they are the best of the best. We want guides who not only put you on 'em, but show you a great time, keep you safe, and give you a memorable experience with your group.

Once you've paid your deposit at checkout, we'll send you a boarding pass. Just show your guide your boarding pass on the day of the trip, they'll scan it, the remaining balance will transfer automatically, and you'll be all set to get out there. Just make sure you bring a cash tip for the guide!

In the case of inclement weather, our guides will make the call and we'll work with you to reschedule your trip or issue a credit for the full deposit of the trip to be used on any of our trips across the country. Your safety is our top concern.

Each trip’s price is set by the guide and factors in all of their costs. A big determinant of cost is often the type of boat and associated fuel costs, but other guide costs include leases, marina / slip fees, bait costs, and the cost to provide and maintain all of the gear you’ll need on your trip.

Once you book the trip, we will connect you directly with the guide to go over any additional details. In the meantime, our team is always available to answer your questions via email, text, chat, or call!