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SUMMER Private Deep Sea Fishing 64'

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10, 8, Or 6 Hour - 42’ ChrisCraft

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8 Hour Bottom Fishing Some Troll

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Everything to Know About Booking a Destin bottom fishing charter

Why should I book a bottom fishing charter in Destin with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 85 bottom fishing trips in Destin, and the most popular trips in the area are Destin Trolling & Bottom Fishing guided by Kyle, Destin Deep Sea Adventure guided by Cliff, and Inshore Gulf Fishing Frenzy guided by Joshua.

Our guides in Destin are rated a 4.83 out of 5 based on 5945 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 bottom fishing guides / fishing lessons in Destin? Check out our beginner and family friendly bottom fishing guides in Destin.

What types of bottom fishing charters are common in Destin?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing for bottom fishing in Destin as well as deep sea fishing, nearshore fishing, and inshore fishing.

The most commonly sought after species for bottom fishing in Destin are: 1. almaco jack, 2. amberjack, 3. barracuda, 4. blackfin tuna, and 5. cobia.

How much do Destin bottom fishing charters cost?

Prices for bottom fishing in Destin can range anywhere from about $1,100 to $8,400, but the average price for a half day trip for bottom fishing in Destin is $1,733. The average price for a full day trip for bottom fishing in Destin is $5,030.

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 bottom fishing charter in Destin?

The most popular season to go on a bottom fishing charter in Destin is summer, and most anglers book their trips 21 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

  • ★★★★★
    well worth the time, effort, money to do this trip exclusively with your family. 10/10 trip. I caught 20 fish and there were 7 other people. We kept some snapper, everything else were all thrown back in the ocean.

    Joseph V. | November 24, 2025

    Trip: Summertime Deepsea - 53’ G&S

  • ★★★★★
    Cliff and his mate Austin were incredible! Such great guys. We had a great day, caught lots of fish and enjoyed a great day on the water. Would definitely fish with them again!

    Brent L. | November 2, 2025

    Trip: Destin Deep Sea Adventure

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Trey was very kind and helpful, especially with our two small grandkids. Caught 5 different kinds of fish and had a great afternoon!

    Scott P. | October 17, 2025

    Trip: Family Special - 22’ TranSport

  • ★★★★★
    ***** Captain Trey was very kind and knowledgeable - he went above and beyond to make sure our boys were able to catch some fish and have a good time - he had all of the equipment and we had a wonderful day on the water.

    Carrie R. | October 16, 2025

    Trip: Family Special - 22’ TranSport

  • ★★★★★
    Wanted to say thanks for the guided trip we went on and chuck was the best captain I have ever had on a fishing trip he was very knowledgeable of the fish and made it really easy for my wife and kids on the trip I'll Be booking with him again

    Mark B. | September 3, 2025

    Trip: Mixed Bag Fishing- Destin, Florida

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