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100% (7) Guided by David
22 ft 1 - 4 People From $525
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Fishing With Capt Tyler 4-12hrs!

100% (1) Guided by Tyler
40 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,200
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Bottom Fishing, Trolling Or Both

NEW Guided by Jeff
32 ft 1 - 12 People From $1,150
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Destin 12 Hour Private Charter

100% (1) Guided by Larry
65 ft 1 - 30 People From $5,083
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6 Hour Bottom Fishing, Trolling, Or Both

NEW Guided by Jeff
27 ft 1 - 12 People From $1,622
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Offshore Classic

100% (4) Guided by Jon
31 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,200
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6 Hr Deep Sea

100% (1) Guided by Taylor
26 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,250
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Amberjack

100% (2) Guided by Judah
52 ft 1 - 19 People From $3,850
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Destin Mixed Bag Trip

100% (5) Guided by Alex
25 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,000
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12 Hour Federal Reef Fishing & Trolling

NEW Guided by Jeff
32 ft 1 - 12 People From $3,825
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Federally Permitted 31’ Sportsman

60% (5) Guided by Ryan
31 ft 1 - 12 People From $1,250
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NEW Guided by Michael
32 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,200
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Everything to Know About Booking a Destin artificial lure fishing charter

What are the best artificial lure fishing charters in Destin?

The best artificial lure fishing charters in Destin are:

Why should I book an artificial lure fishing charter in Destin with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 87 artificial lure fishing trips in Destin, and the most popular trips in the area are Bay Fishing Trips guided by David, Fishing with Capt Tyler 4-12hrs! guided by Tyler, and Bottom Fishing, Trolling or Both guided by Jeff.

Our guides in Destin are rated a 4.86 out of 5 based on 3806 verified reviews on Captain Experiences.

All guides on Captain Experiences are vetted by our team. You can access their reviews, click through trip photos, read bios to get to know them, and preview trip details like species, techniques, group sizes, boat specs and more.

Looking for kid friendly artificial lure fishing guides / fishing lessons in Destin? Check out our beginner and family friendly artificial lure fishing guides in Destin.

What types of artificial lure fishing charters are common in Destin?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing for artificial lure fishing in Destin as well as nearshore fishing, inshore fishing, and flats fishing.

The most commonly sought after species for artificial lure fishing in Destin are: 1. red snapper, 2. kingfish, 3. spanish mackerel, 4. gag grouper, and 5. triggerfish.

How much do Destin artificial lure fishing charters cost?

Prices for artificial lure fishing in Destin can range anywhere from about $885 to $6,588, but the average price for a half day trip for artificial lure fishing in Destin is $1,655. The average price for a full day trip for artificial lure fishing in Destin is $4,096.

Is booking a fishing guide worth the money?

Hiring a guide provides a number of benefits and many choose to book a fishing guide for a combination of experience, local knowledge, convenience, and cost-effectiveness.

Working with experienced fishing guides who know the best local spots and techniques can dramatically increase your odds of a great day. Having someone who is on the water every day and knows the area like the back of their hand is going to give you the best chances of success.

Booking a guide is also more cost effective, especially if you only get out a handful of times per year. When you consider all of the costs you would incur on your own such as the price of a boat, maintenance, insurance, gas, high-quality gear and tackle, repairs, and more, you’ll find that DIY is sometimes not worth the expense.

Even if you’ve got a great setup already in your home waters, booking a guide also provides a great opportunity to experience new techniques, new locations, or even a chance at a new target species to knock off the bucket list.

What month is best for on a artificial lure fishing charter in Destin?

The most popular season to go on a artificial lure fishing charter in Destin is summer, and most anglers book their trips 16 days in advance.

Do I need a Destin fishing license and what are the bag limits in Destin?

See here for more information on fishing licenses in Destin, bag limits for target species, and fishing season regulations in Destin. When in doubt, your fishing guide will always know the right rules and regulations in Destin.

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Capt Hunter was great! He was prepped and ready to go for a 2 hr trip and we were immediately catching fish. We had 3 tween girls with us and he made it easy, enjoyable and educational. They had a blast and enjoyed their catch for dinner that night!

    Dave C. | November 30, 2024

    Trip: Inshore Insanity

  • ★★★★★
    Great time for some first timers! Tyler and Allen were awesome with their instruction and knowledge about the sport. We will be back!!

    Stephanie R. | November 28, 2024

    Trip: Fishing with Capt Tyler 4-12hrs!

  • ★★★★★
    Very Knowledgable, Very personable, absolutely recommend Captain David. We have had several bay fishing trips and deep sea trips, David was hands down one of the very best. We will absolutely use him again!

    Chris G. | October 13, 2024

    Trip: Bay Fishing Trips

  • ★★★★★
    Wonderful guide and day of fishing. David knew every place to catch a fish on the bay and we did some damage. :-)

    Rob L. | September 21, 2024

    Trip: Bay Fishing Trips

  • ★★★★★
    5 Stars! Capt Katie and her deck hand Nick (amazing young man) gave us a wonderful day of fishing on the Gulf. Her hospitality, knowledge of fishing in the Gulf and patient instruction made for a very enjoyable and interesting trip. We trolled for mackerel and did some bottom fishing for shark, which unexpectedly got us a red snapper plus a good size shark. For me it was a welcome return to nearshore fishing and for my son, a new experience. I highly recommend a trip with Capt Katie. She is keeping the spirit of Destin, the luckiest fishing village in the world, alive and well. You will not be disappointed.

    Stephen J. | September 16, 2024

    Trip: Captain’s Choice: Troll + Shark

  • ★★★★★
    Great trip caught a ton of fishes

    Agustin B. | September 3, 2024

    Trip: State Water Trolling/Bottom Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    All around Fantastic experience and Jason is very knowledgable and a great time. Will definitely book with Jason and time off charters again next year.

    Johnny H. | August 17, 2024

    Trip: State Water Trolling/Bottom Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Taylor was very knowledge and so nice! He is very dedicated to his passion.

    Jennifer V. | August 12, 2024

    Trip: 10 hour Extreme Offshore

  • ★★★★★
    If you don’t book with Jayson you shouldn’t even come to Destin. You might as well cancel your entire trip if you don’t book with Jayson. I’d rather spend 4 hours fishing with Jayson than 7 days at the beach because I’d spend those 7 days seeing Jayson crash through the waves catching fish as big as a small child. If it ain’t Jay-son I ain’t gonna pay-son!

    Jordan A. | August 8, 2024

    Trip: Captain's Discretion

  • ★★★★★
    This was an awesome experience for me and my family. Hats off to Captain Robert, Tj and Steve. What an excellent crew!! We will definitely book with them again.

    Derrick G. | August 7, 2024

    Trip: 5 Hour Trip

  • ★★★★★
    If you’re looking to have the BEST time fishing in Destin. Captain Dave is the ONLY choice. Best fishing experience I’ve ever had. It was tough fishing and very windy and he still managed to get us on fish and I caught my personal best redfish. Dave is a character and that made the trip so much better. Loved every second of it. Wish I had booked a longer trip! I’ll be back next year and I’m only booking with Dave again. Planning to go out multiple days next year with him. Couldn’t recommend his charter enough.

    Will B. | August 4, 2024

    Trip: Bay Fishing Trips

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Seth was very knowledgeable of the area and took us to some great fishing spots. Everybody had an excellent time and we got to catch some fish. We will definitely return again.

    Kasey B. | August 2, 2024

    Trip: Destin Inshore Adventure

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great time, great conversation and tour guide. We caught a bunch of tuna and king mackerel! We highly recommend Kent!

    Jennifer L. | August 2, 2024

    Trip: Fishing Trips with Captain Kent

  • ★★★★★
    Great day and fish caught!

    Thomas M. | August 1, 2024

    Trip: Inshore Insanity

  • ★★★★★
    Had a great trip. Captain and crew did amazing at explaining things and getting us on some fish. He even had great recipe ideas for the fish we took home(after he cleaned them for us!) Highly recommend.

    Glendale H. | July 31, 2024

    Trip: Fishing Trips with Captain Kent

  • ★★★★★
    Katie is by far top notch. Her deck hand Nick was awesome as well. Highly suggest going out with them. We caught a 10ft+ tiger shark. Once in a lifetime experience

    Prestyn H. | July 27, 2024

    Trip: Captain’s Choice: Troll + Shark

  • ★★★★★
    Great time! Caught some nice sized eating fish! Great crew!

    Kolton H. | July 24, 2024

    Trip: Fishing Trips with Captain Kent

  • ★★★★★
    Great trip this morning. Captain is friendly and knowledgeable. Thanks for the fishing

    Robert E. | July 22, 2024

    Trip: Bay Fishing Trips

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Tommy was great, his mate was very patient with some first time fisherman. Great day on the water. Highly recommend.

    Jason M. | July 19, 2024

    Trip: 10, 8, or 6 Hour - 42’ ChrisCraft

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Jason is very knowledgeable and worked hard to assure we had a safe and enjoyable trip. The two youngsters on board, ages 11 and 12, had a blast catching snappers and a variety of other species while bottom fishing. Later switched to trolling for mahi and kings but those species didn't want to cooperate that day. His 26ft boat offered a stable and dry ride for our 5 person charter even in a light chop well offshore. Captain Jason well deserves his 5 star "damn good" rating and we will definitely contact him should we decide to fish this area again.

    Steve K. | July 14, 2024

    Trip: State Water Trolling/Bottom Fishing

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