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Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Fort Walton Beach

4-8hr Offshore Fishing - 24’ CC

100% (4) Guided by Robert
24 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,050
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing Charter near Fort Walton Beach

4-8 Hr Offshore Fishing (Federal)

100% (4) Guided by Robert
32 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,275
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Nearshore Fishing Charter near Fort Walton Beach

Half Day Trip - 44' Custom

100% (22) Guided by Harold
44 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,350
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing Charter near Fort Walton Beach

Deepsea Bottom And Trolling

100% (1) Guided by Brandon
52 ft 1 - 32 People From $1,800
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Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Deep Sea Fishing Charter near Fort Walton Beach

12 Hr Extended Deep Sea Trip

93% (15) Guided by John
28 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,900
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Nearshore Fishing Charter near Fort Walton Beach

Destin Fishing Adventure

100% (5) Guided by Payton
27 ft 1 - 6 People From $980
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
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Destin Fishing - 21’ Cape Horn

100% (5) Guided by Payton
22 ft 1 - 5 People From $900
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea Fishing Charter near Fort Walton Beach

Harbor Hookup: Destin Fishing Fun

100% (3) Guided by Reid
46 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,800
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing Charter near Fort Walton Beach

Deep Sea Fishing - 52' Sportfisher

100% (1) Guided by Brandon
52 ft 1 - 32 People From $1,800
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Nearshore Fishing Charter near Fort Walton Beach

Destin Fishing Adventure

100% (5) Guided by Payton
27 ft 1 - 6 People From $980
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Deep Sea Fishing Charter near Fort Walton Beach

12 Hr Extended Deep Sea Trip

93% (15) Guided by John
28 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,900
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing Charter near Fort Walton Beach

Deepsea Bottom And Trolling

100% (1) Guided by Brandon
52 ft 1 - 32 People From $1,800
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Deep Sea Fishing Charter near Fort Walton Beach

Amberjack

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

Deep Sea Fishing Charter near Fort Walton Beach

Destin Red Snapper Adventure

100% (4) Guided by Cliff
48 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,950
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing Charter near Fort Walton Beach

Epic Summer Sportfishing

100% (1) Guided by Jason
53 ft 1 - 22 People From $3,600
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Fishing in Destin
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Deep Sea Fishing Charter near Fort Walton Beach

Offshore Fishing

100% (13) Guided by Kyle
40 ft 1 - 6 People From $3,840
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Fishing in Destin
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Inshore, Nearshore Fishing Charter near Fort Walton Beach

Half Day - 31’ Cape Horn

100% (3) Managed by Christian
31 ft 1 - 12 People From $1,400
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Deep Sea Fishing Charter near Fort Walton Beach

Trolling Trip - Mahi Wahoo Billfish

67% (3) Guided by Richie
48 ft 1 - 8 People From $4,800
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
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Nearshore Fishing Charter near Fort Walton Beach

Family Fun Half Day Adventure

100% (1) Guided by Alex
27 ft 1 - 4 People From $850
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing Charter near Fort Walton Beach

Half Day Adventure

100% (3) Managed by Christian
52 ft 1 - 12 People From $2,100
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea Fishing Charter near Fort Walton Beach

Destin Deep Dive: 8-10 Hour

NEW Guided by Matthew
48 ft 1 - 6 People From $2,800
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea Fishing Charter near Fort Walton Beach

Destin Trolling & Bottom Fishing

100% (13) Guided by Kyle
40 ft 1 - 6 People From $2,560
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing Charter near Fort Walton Beach

Destin Red Snapper Trip

100% (1) Guided by Jason
53 ft 1 - 22 People From $3,600
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
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10 Hour Extended Offshore

100% (4) Guided by Jon
50 ft 1 - 6 People From $3,000

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Everything to Know About Booking a Fort Walton Beach goliath grouper fishing charter

What are the best goliath grouper fishing charters in Fort Walton Beach?

The best goliath grouper fishing charters in Fort Walton Beach are:

Why should I book a goliath grouper fishing charter in Fort Walton Beach with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 6 goliath grouper trip in Fort Walton Beach: 4-8hr Offshore Fishing - 24’ CC guided by Robert.

Our guides in Fort Walton Beach are rated a 4.97 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 goliath grouper guides / fishing lessons in Fort Walton Beach? Check out our beginner and family friendly goliath grouper guides in Fort Walton Beach.

What types of goliath grouper fishing charters are common in Fort Walton Beach?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing for goliath grouper in Fort Walton Beach as well as nearshore fishing and inshore fishing.

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

How much do Fort Walton Beach goliath grouper fishing charters cost?

Prices for goliath grouper in Fort Walton Beach can range anywhere from about $1,800 to $8,160, but the average price for a half day trip for goliath grouper in Fort Walton Beach is $1,098. The average price for a full day trip for goliath grouper in Fort Walton Beach is $4,907.

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 goliath grouper fishing in Fort Walton Beach?

The most popular season for goliath grouper fishing in Fort Walton Beach is summer, and most anglers book their trips 55 days in advance.

Do I need a Fort Walton Beach fishing license for goliath grouper and what are the bag limits for goliath grouper in Fort Walton Beach?

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

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Tim was great! He made sure we caught lots of fish. The toilet on the boat wasn’t working but I’m still giving 5 stars for Tim!

    Lindsey M. | October 18, 2024

    Trip: 4-8 hr Offshore Fishing (Federal)

  • ★★★★★
    We did not go with Captain Robert. We went with Captain Tim. Captain Robert called me the day before the trip to confirm the fishing trip and our plan for the day. We were to meet at the dock at 6:00. The day of the trip, Captain Robert texted me and said we would leave at 7:00 due to the weather. On the way to the dock, a got a call asking were we still going on the trip. I informed them that we were on the way and I was told to be there at 7:00. When we got to the dock, we had two Captains waiting on us. We were informed that there was a mix up and we were going with Captain Tim. We had to stop and get fuel, ice and bait. We trolled near shore and hooked up with a big fish. A dolphin took our fish. My oldest son got seasick. Water was very rough. We returned my son to shore. We started trolling again. Every time we hooked up with a decent fish, dolphins got our catch. We did catch several Bennita's. Alarm on boat started going off. We checked the motor and Captain called to attempt to trouble shoot. Both motors would not start. Finally got motor started but ran with one motor. We could not go to better bottom fishing spot due to running one motor. We came in early due to one motor and alarm going off constantly. Terrible experience! Screwed up from the start.

    Terry H. | September 3, 2024

    Trip: 4-8 hr Offshore Fishing (Federal)

  • ★★★★★
    The five stars Is not for Robert he was not who took us out the five stars is for Ryan he was awesome. Ryan taught us a lot and was very friendly. Highly recommend going on a trip with Ryan.

    Chandra N. | August 9, 2024

    Trip: 4-8 hr Offshore Fishing (Federal)

  • ★★★★★
    The trip was an incredible and unique experience. The boat was clean and well maintained and Capt Robert was great! He worked hard to make sure we got some fish to take home and taught us fresh water fisherman a thing or 2 about ocean fishing. Absolutely recommend.

    Charles A. | July 12, 2024

    Trip: 4-8 hr Offshore Fishing (Federal)

  • ★★★★★
    I have gone on many fishing charters, and this was one of the best. They put us on a lot of fish,definitely worth it!!

    Mark B. | June 24, 2024

    Trip: Half Day Trip - 44' Custom

  • ★★★★★
    Great job! Good introduction and fishing!

    James C. | June 8, 2024

    Trip: Deepsea Bottom and Trolling

  • ★★★★★
    Trip was fantastic!! The Captain asked what our goals were and he totally came through - we caught A LOT OF FISH!!! 1st Mate was a great guy, made it a great experience. Looking forward to next year!

    Gary J. | September 18, 2023

    Trip: Half Day Trip - 44' Custom

  • ★★★★★
    These guys were awesome....Dominick was a heck of a first made and cade was awesome to. They both kept us bait3d and got the fish off fast for us. Will definitely be back

    Tyler W. | July 31, 2023

    Trip: Half Day Trip - 44' Custom

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Harold and crew were great. His experience led us to where the fish were biting and we caught many. Dominic and Caden did a great job helping us on our first ever fishing trip

    Braxton C. | July 20, 2023

    Trip: Half Day Trip - 44' Custom

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Harold and the boys were great! The day we had scheduled to go out, the weather was not good and Cap't was great about rescheduling for another day. He got us right on the fish! The first mates were fantastic. We had some small kids with us and they handled them wonderfully. We caught our fill of mackerel and snapper and even lost a bunch (our fault) and had a blast. Highly recommend this boat and crew!

    Scott H. | July 20, 2023

    Trip: Half Day Trip - 44' Custom

  • ★★★★★
    We will definitely book another fishing trip with Harold and crew. He went the extra mile to get us to the good fishing spots. It was our first deep sea fishing experience and they made it easy and we caught our limit!!

    Tim S. | July 16, 2023

    Trip: Half Day Trip - 44' Custom

  • ★★★★★
    Harold and his crew were fantastic! Highly recommend. We went with 6 of us, 3 which were kids and they were so patient and helpful for us. Made sure to explain everything, help throughout and made it a great experience all around. We will definitely book with them again next time!

    Samantha K. | July 13, 2023

    Trip: Half Day Trip - 44' Custom

  • ★★★★★
    Great trip

    Klaus L. | July 4, 2023

    Trip: Half Day Trip - 44' Custom

  • ★★★★★
    Capt. Harold and his crew were outstanding. The Al-Lin was the perfect choice for our group of six.

    Michael R. | June 26, 2023

    Trip: Half Day Trip - 44' Custom

  • ★★★★★
    We had the best time. Captain Harold and his crew were great and made the trip one to remember. Thanks again! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

    Joshua W. | June 23, 2023

    Trip: Half Day Trip - 44' Custom

  • ★★★★★
    Capt Harold and his first mate Dominic were fantastic! We will definitely fish with them if we are in the area again. 10/10 day!

    Lisa E. | June 22, 2023

    Trip: Half Day Trip - 44' Custom

  • ★★★★★
    We had a good time. Boated only 2 red snappers and a amber jack.📬(released thr amber jack it was out of season). Had some mystery strike the hit hard and took the leaders off. Would book with them again.

    James F. | June 21, 2023

    Trip: Destin Fishing Adventure

  • ★★★★★
    Outstanding boat captain and deck hand. These guys were the best we have ever had. The rewind will see us again as long as the two guys that took us are there. Great job guys and hope to see you guys soon. I would tell anybody that want to go offshore fishing to book the rewind with these guys.

    Brooks A. | June 1, 2023

    Trip: Harbor Hookup: Destin Fishing Fun

  • ★★★★★
    Nature didn't give us a calm day ,so we couldn't bottom fish, the Capt. Did take care us and we max out on Spanish mackerel. Had a blast, will do it again

    Wayne H. | May 7, 2023

    Trip: Half Day Trip - 44' Custom

  • ★★★★★
    Harold was very kind and helpful! Everything we hoped for in a fishing trip, met and exceeded our expectations! Our deck hands, though young, acted as if they had done this for decades! Very professional, kind, and knowledgeable beyond their years. If you're a beginner or expert fisherman, this is the boat for you! Plenty of fish, and choices on what restaurants will cook your catch, recommended by the crew. I only wish we had a second day with this crew! Harold knew the seas and location of species we wanted! Highly recommend this boat and Crew, first choice when we come back!!

    James P. | May 5, 2023

    Trip: Half Day Trip - 44' Custom

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