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Everything to Know About Booking a Destin Harbor artificial lure fishing charter

What are the best artificial lure fishing charters in Destin Harbor?

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

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 39 artificial lure fishing trips in Destin Harbor, and the most popular trips in the area are Bay Fishing Trips guided by David, Mixed Bag Trophy Hunt guided by Bobby, and Amberjack guided by Judah.

Our guides in Destin Harbor are rated a 4.81 out of 5 based on 3908 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 Harbor? Check out our beginner and family friendly artificial lure fishing guides in Destin Harbor.

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

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

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

How much do Destin Harbor artificial lure fishing charters cost?

Prices for artificial lure fishing in Destin Harbor can range anywhere from about $1,200 to $6,395, but the average price for a half day trip for artificial lure fishing in Destin Harbor is $2,124. The average price for a full day trip for artificial lure fishing in Destin Harbor is $4,128.

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 Harbor?

The most popular season to go on a artificial lure fishing charter in Destin Harbor is summer, and most anglers book their trips 10 days in advance.

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

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

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    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

  • ★★★★★
    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’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

  • ★★★★★
    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 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

  • ★★★★★
    What a great trip and experience. First deep sea fishing trip for my 11 year old boy. Capt. Alex was friendly, knowledgeable and made the trip very enjoyable for myself and my boy. Alex makes the trip about you and works as hard as he can to make sure you have a successful trip. We definitely look forward to going back out with Capt. Alex in the future.

    David M. | July 14, 2024

    Trip: Destin Mixed Bag Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Katie and Nick are the absolute bomb!!!! Been coming to Destin for years waiting to find the right captain, don’t waste anymore time, if you’re looking for BIG SHARKS, Captain Katie is your girl!!! During the wait they kept the action going on smaller lines the entire time! And once the bite was on it was ON!!! Hats off Captain Katie, you are definitely one of the best!

    Paul-Jason Q. | July 3, 2024

    Trip: Shark Fishing Charter

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great time. Caught a good many fish, of different species.

    Jeff K. | June 30, 2024

    Trip: Bay Fishing Trips

  • ★★★★★
    Stellar Review for an Unforgettable Fish Charter Experience Our recent fish charter experience with Captain Katie and her first mate, Nick, was nothing short of phenomenal! I took my 13 and 11-year-old boys shark fishing, and Captain Katie did not disappoint. We landed an impressive 9' tiger shark that gave us an exhilarating challenge and wore us out in the best way possible. The excitement didn't stop there. Captain Katie expertly guided us to prime spots where we caught mackerel, bonita, and snapper, keeping the adrenaline high and the action continuous. We go charter fishing every year, and I can confidently say that this was the most enjoyable and memorable trip we've ever had. The crew's professionalism, expertise, and friendly demeanor made the entire experience exceptional. I highly recommend this crew for anyone looking for an unforgettable fishing adventure!

    Adam D. | June 27, 2024

    Trip: Captain’s Choice: Troll + Shark

  • ★★★★★
    The trip was initially planned with Ryan but change to Captain Blake. He was phenomenal. Helpful though all. Knew where the fish were.

    Thomas R. | June 22, 2024

    Trip: Federally Permitted 31’ Sportsman

  • ★★★★★
    Had a great time. A bit too windy but caught lots of fish.

    Stanley M. | June 20, 2024

    Trip: Bay Fishing Trips

  • ★★★★★
    Very fun guide, made sure we caught fish!

    Caleb T. | June 12, 2024

    Trip: Federally Permitted 31’ Sportsman

  • ★★★★★
    Amazing family friendly trip. The fishing was awesome and the crew was amazing with our kids. I can’t say enough amazing things!

    Jeff H. | May 30, 2024

    Trip: Destin's Craziest Catches

  • ★★★★★
    Joshua was great! We had several young people fishing, and he was very patient with and attentive to them. We caught redfish, speckled trout, and Spanish mackerel and had a great time. Highly recommend him!

    Thomas R. | April 2, 2024

    Trip: Destin Rod-Bender

  • ★★★★★
    Judah and his crew were amazing. We slaughtered 60 red snapper in 4 hours. We also reeled in 2 sandbar sharks. Judah was steering excellently and the crew worked their tails off to make sure we could immediately recast after reeling in a catch. The custom boat was also a great touch with a nice rearfacing bench for resting from catching so many fish. Definitely book these folks

    Samuel E. | April 1, 2024

    Trip: 1/2 Day Destin Dash

  • ★★★★★
    We fished with Capt'n Blake on the 32 Sportsman. Blake was friendly, energetic and most of all, he was determined to put us on the fish. My 13 year old son and his friend were with us, and Blake was extremely attentive and helpful with the youth anglers. I would highly recommend Capt'n Blake, and Captain Experiences, and I would book this same exact trip again if given the opportunity. Tight lines!

    William A. | April 1, 2024

    Trip: Federally Permitted 31’ Sportsman

  • ★★★★★
    Amazing day! Captain Alex was great and worked hard to keep us catching fish! Definitely recommend Silver King charters! Hope to make it down summer fishing soon!

    Jessie W. | February 7, 2024

    Trip: Destin Mixed Bag Trip

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