Name: Destin Inshore Fishing Company
Address: Destin, FL
Price range: $1050 - $9190
Rating: 4.8

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Christian Duplantis

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Outfitter 33 years of exp.

Laid-back

Talkative

Quantity

Comfortable

Expert Oriented

Hands-off

I grew up always saltwater fishing in Cocodrie, LA and the surrounding areas until I came to Destin in 1991 at the age of 11 for the summer months.

Once I graduated high school in 1998, I moved to Destin full time. In 1999 I received my first captain’s license (100 ton Master) working on the Sea Blaster in Destin, FL.

In 2001 I bought a 40 passenger boat to take people snorkeling and dolphin sightings along the Emerald Coast. After the strong hurricane season in 2005, I donated that boat to the Destin Fishing and History Museum (where the wheelhouse still sits at the front door).

Now it’s 2008 and our company was founded with one bay boat. We then grew to 4 total boats providing inshore, offshore and bay fishing for all our customers.

The 52' Hatteras Sportfisher has federal permits for fishing offshore outside of state waters. Fishing in federal waters has places spots that have less pressure on the stock (fish).

The 31' Cape Horn will get you to the fishing holes fast with the twin...

About Your Guide

Christian Duplantis

Certified Damn Good Guide

Outfitter 33 years of exp.

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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

Blue Marlin 700+/- (catch & release) on the “Pair a Dice” out of Destin. It took years trolling the Spur and the Squiggles, spending multiple nights 60-75 miles out. But it finally paid off and i have a great video!

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

Getting all of the crew together with our families to having a Fish fry, with a side white bean & rice and a sack of oysters!

What’s your favorite band?

Morgan Wallen and the Dave Matthews Band

What’s your favorite movie?

Bond, James Bond (all of them since was a little boy)

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

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

Getting all of the crew together with our families to having a Fish fry, with a side white bean & rice and a sack of oysters!

What’s your favorite band?

Morgan Wallen and the Dave Matthews Band

What’s your favorite movie?

Bond, James Bond (all of them since was a little boy)

What’s your favorite sports team?

New Orleans Saints

What’s your drink of choice?

Coffee, lots of coffee!

What was your last halloween costume?

Hobo

What do you want for Christmas this year?

Spending time with my family. But if Santa is good this year, I want to take the family snow skiing out West.

How did you get started guiding?

Professionally March 2008

What makes you different from other guides?

"I have built a good team who loves their job, loves pleasing their customers and cannot go without producing results for their customers. This business takes teamwork and a single captain can not take credit for all the hard work." C. Duplantis

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Destin Inshore Fishing Company Trips

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Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in Destin

Half Day Adventure

100% (41) Managed by Christian

52 ft 1 - 12 People From $2,295

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Inshore, Nearshore Fishing in Destin

Half Day - 31’ Cape Horn

100% (41) Managed by Christian

31 ft 1 - 12 People From $1,800

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Deep Sea Fishing in Destin

Full Day 8-12 Hours

100% (41) Managed by Christian

52 ft 1 - 12 People From $2,995

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Inshore, Nearshore Fishing in Destin

In Season - Half Day - 31" CH

100% (41) Managed by Christian

31 ft 1 - 12 People From $1,850

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Inshore, Nearshore, Jetty in Destin

Slay Ride Light Tackle Specialist

100% (41) Managed by Christian

30 ft 1 - 12 People From $1,050

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Recent Reviews of Destin Inshore Fishing Company

4.8

based on 6 reviews

David

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Was a great experience for my inexperienced family. First we caught bait fish jigging a little offshore. Using a 5 hook rig almost every time we hooked multiple fish. Catching 4 to 5 was not uncommon. Then we went about 8 miles offshore to fish in about 90’ of water. Everyone caught fish. Just a note that catching a 24” amberjack in 90’ of water will wear a person out....

David

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Pamela

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We enjoyed an incredible day on the water and caught a great amount of fish. The staff were extremely pleasant and helpful and we definitely recommend them.

Pamela

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We enjoyed an incredible day on the water and caught a great amount of fish. The staff were extremely pleasant and helpful and we definitely recommend them.

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Art

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Great bunch of guys
Great catch and hospitality!
For sure going again !

Art

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Great bunch of guys
Great catch and hospitality!
For sure going again !

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Response from Christian:

Thank you so much for fishing with us! Y’all did great and brought home the groceries! Capt. Rusty along with the deck crew Shag & Tres are a pleasure to work with and I’m glad we took care of your needs! - Capt. Christian

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Kaley

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Great time, thank you!

Kaley

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Great time, thank you!

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Response from Christian:

Thank you Kaley! Please check back with us during Red Snapper season!

Response from Christian:

Thank you Kaley!

Please check back with us during Red Snapper season!

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Melvin

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The trip was as great and met my gosls

Melvin

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The trip was as great and met my gosls

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Response from Christian:

Thank you Melvin! We work hard on every charter and have long days preparing for every charter.

Response from Christian:

Thank you Melvin! We work hard on every charter and have long days preparing for every charter.

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Keith

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Phenomenal trip! Cap’t Christian was ever the professional. We went out with Cap’n Andrew and he was awesome. We were on fish all day and even better, he helped the young one fish all day. I highly recommend this outfit and will definitely book again. PS….the boat is awesome as all get out.

Keith

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