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Everything to Know About Booking a Destin mako shark fishing charter

What are the best mako shark fishing charters in Destin?

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

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 8 mako shark trips in Destin, and the most popular trips in the area are Destin 6 HR Private Fishing Charter guided by Larry, Destin 10 Hour Private Charter guided by Larry, and Destin 12 Hour Private Charter guided by Larry.

Our guides in Destin are rated a 5 out of 5 based on 3716 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 mako shark guides / fishing lessons in Destin? Check out our beginner and family friendly mako shark guides in Destin.

What types of mako shark fishing charters are common in Destin?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing for mako shark in Destin as well as nearshore fishing and inshore fishing.

The most common fishing techniques in Destin are heavy tackle fishing, bottom fishing, and trolling but light tackle fishing and jigging are popular as well.

How much do Destin mako shark fishing charters cost?

Prices for mako shark in Destin can range anywhere from about $2,118 to $10,109, but the average price for a half day trip for mako shark in Destin is $3,003. The average price for a full day trip for mako shark in Destin is $6,291.

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 mako shark fishing in Destin?

The most popular season for mako shark fishing in Destin is summer, and most anglers book their trips 13 days in advance.

Do I need a Destin fishing license for mako shark and what are the bag limits for mako shark 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

  • ★★★★★
    We had such an amazing time! We had a townhome on the beach, and Fernando came to us! They really worked super hard to make sure we caught a shark, & all felt included!

    Wendy S. | November 17, 2024

    Trip: Shark Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    On August 1st. My 15 year old son and I went out with Captain John John on a 3 hour shark trip. We caught 9 sharks and multiple other fish. We had a great time. Captain John John works hard and knows what he’s doing. He was very safety conscious and I would absolutely recommend him. Hopefully we will be able to catch up with him on our next trip.

    Jeremy O. | August 2, 2024

    Trip: Panama City Shark Spectacular

  • ★★★★★
    Captain John John and deck hand Drew were awesome. It was exactly what my son and I were looking for.

    Jacqueline J. | July 25, 2024

    Trip: Panama City Shark Spectacular

  • ★★★★★
    I had an amazing time with captain John and his deck hand. They were very knowledgeable. I caught a hammerhead, shark and three smaller sharks. Definitely would recommend them. Very cool experience.

    Michael O. | July 23, 2024

    Trip: Panama City Shark Spectacular

  • ★★★★★
    Had a really good trip. Caught several shark and other types of fish as well. John and Drew were fun and knowledgeable.

    Jeffrey R. | July 17, 2024

    Trip: Panama City Shark Spectacular

  • ★★★★★
    Had a great time with Captain jack and his deckhand . We went shark fishing caught 4 small ones and had something big on the line but it broke the line .

    Trent B. | July 5, 2024

    Trip: Panama City Shark Spectacular

  • ★★★★★
    Great time Capt. Larry and Justin were very helpful. We had several rookies in our group and Justin helped get them started. They made sure we had plenty of time to fish.

    Greg K. | May 14, 2024

    Trip: Destin 5 HR Private Fishing Charter

  • ★★★★★
    Disappointing! They did not get one bite the whole time. I was hoping for a small refund of some kind. The boys had looked forward to this and to not see a shark or get a bite really let them down. Would love to try again next year.

    Debbie C. | June 24, 2023

    Trip: Panama City Shark Spectacular

  • ★★★★★
    Great trip! Captail Philip has a super clean boat. Great job on coaching how to fish. Loved the boats layout. Big enough to ride comfortably at high speed. We'll definitely book again.

    Greg S. | June 16, 2023

    Trip: Gulf Waters Quick Trip

  • ★★★★★
    First and far most this was my first time going deep sea fishing.Captain Phil and Denise made it so easy for me and the fellas he was very patient and well knowledgeable with the fish and the area were in . We had a blast everything was great the company and the music. Thank you Captain Phil we will be doing another trip in the future

    Josiah R. | June 10, 2023

    Trip: Gulf Waters Quick Trip

  • ★★★★★
    John and Tyler were phenomenal during our shark fishing adventure! We caught 4 sharks and had 3 additional ones that got away. It was a fantastic experience!!!

    Hope C. | June 8, 2023

    Trip: Panama City Shark Spectacular

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