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Fishing in Destin

Fishing in Destin

Fishing in Destin

Nearshore Fishing in Madeira Beach

Grunt Hunt Family Fun - 31’ Pursuit

100% (2) Guided by Keith

31 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,000

Fishing in Destin

Fishing in Destin

Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore Fishing in Port Jefferson

Light Tackle

NEW Guided by Rick

23 ft 1 - 3 People From $500

Fishing in Destin

Fishing in Destin

Fishing in Destin

Inshore Fishing in Port Washington

Big Fish With Your Big Group

NEW Guided by Ken

46 ft 1 - 15 People From $1,750

Fishing in Destin

Fishing in Destin

Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea Fishing in Port Orange

Chasing Deep Water Giants

100% (2) Guided by Matt

34 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,200

Fishing in Destin

Fishing in Destin

Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in Madeira Beach

Madeira Beach Quick Getaway

100% (2) Guided by Keith

31 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,000

Fishing in Destin

Fishing in Destin

Fishing in Destin

Inshore Fishing in Montauk

Half Day Trip: Inshore

NEW Guided by Sal

35 ft 1 - 12 People From $800

Fishing in Destin

Fishing in Destin

Fishing in Destin

Inshore Fishing in Hampton Bays

8 HR Full Day Inshore Trip

NEW Guided by Brad

26 ft 1 - 4 People From $1,100

Fishing in Destin

Fishing in Destin

Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore Fishing in Portsmouth

Newport, RI Fishing Trip

NEW Managed by Chip

30 ft 1 - 4 People From $700

Fishing in Destin

Fishing in Destin

Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore Fishing in Montauk

1/2 Day 4hr Inshore Striped Bass PM

NEW Guided by James

33 ft 1 - 6 People From $900

Fishing in Destin

Fishing in Destin

Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea Fishing in Charleston

Charleston Deep Sea

100% (3) Guided by Chris

26 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,200

Fishing in Destin

Fishing in Destin

Fishing in Destin

Inshore Fishing in Bourne

Cape Cod Black Seabass And More

NEW Guided by Ross

28 ft 1 - 6 People From $660

Fishing in Destin

Fishing in Destin

Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore Fishing in Falmouth

Old-School Classic Trip

NEW Guided by Greg

27 ft 1 - 6 People From $350

Fishing in Destin

Fishing in Destin

Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore Fishing in Hampton Bays

Hampton Bays Hour Inshore Trip

NEW Guided by Bryce

27 ft 1 - 8 People From $550

Fishing in Destin

Fishing in Destin

Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Deep Sea, Nearshore in Atlantic Highlands

6 Person Shared Trip

NEW Guided by Bob

55 ft 1 - 6 People From $500

Fishing in Destin

Fishing in Destin

Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore Fishing in Montauk

1/2 Day 4hr Inshore Striped Bass AM

NEW Guided by James

33 ft 1 - 6 People From $900

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Recent Reviews

★★★★★
Excellent time. Captain is awesome. 100 percent. We love fishing and Capt. Sean will put you on the fish if they’re hungry.
James T. | April 26, 2023

Trip: Spanish Wells Reef Fishing
★★★★★
Our two boat trip was absolutely electric. First off, Capt. Chris' boat was perfect. For the price point, you'd be hard pressed to find a better fishing charter deal out of Charleston. The second boat in our group was equally as nice. Both boats were super comfortable, we just sat in the back on beanbags and drank beer as we raced out about 40 miles offshore. The guides gave us an in depth safety talk before taking off and took every safety precaution available, they definitely found a happy medium between fun and safety though. They were also very well informed about what was in/out of season, and the parameters for keeper fish. On first drop, we had 2 really nice red snapper hookups. Once that bite ran cold, we wasted no time, hopping around to multiple different locations, filling the cooler up with vermillion and other good eating fish. Even got a few 5+ foot sharks for the young'n that was with us. He was so stoked! We ran into a bit of weather but that didn't phase the guides, they had contingency plans to keep us busy. We elected to run deeper to avoid the thunderstorm that formed between us and the land, which meant we got a few extra hours of fishing (no complaints). The highlight of the trip was chumming up a cobia feeding frenzy right on the surface before we booked it back to the marina. Any time you can topwater fish for cobia, you're in for a treat. We almost landed a trophy cobia before a 8+ foot shark breached the surface and completely annihilated it about 20 feet off the back of the boat. It was so primal, none of us cared that we lost the trophy. I recommend these guys to anyone, beginners or lifetime anglers. Will definitely be using them again!
John S. | October 25, 2022

Trip: Charleston Deep Sea
★★★★★
Excellent time. Captain is awesome. 100 percent. We love fishing and Capt. Sean will put you on the fish if they’re hungry.
James T. | April 26, 2023

Trip: Spanish Wells Reef Fishing
★★★★★
Our two boat trip was absolutely electric. First off, Capt. Chris' boat was perfect. For the price point, you'd be hard pressed to find a better fishing charter deal out of Charleston. The second boat in our group was equally as nice. Both boats were super comfortable, we just sat in the back on beanbags and drank beer as we raced out about 40 miles offshore. The guides gave us an in depth safety talk before taking off and took every safety precaution available, they definitely found a happy medium between fun and safety though. They were also very well informed about what was in/out of season, and the parameters for keeper fish. On first drop, we had 2 really nice red snapper hookups. Once that bite ran cold, we wasted no time, hopping around to multiple different locations, filling the cooler up with vermillion and other good eating fish. Even got a few 5+ foot sharks for the young'n that was with us. He was so stoked! We ran into a bit of weather but that didn't phase the guides, they had contingency plans to keep us busy. We elected to run deeper to avoid the thunderstorm that formed between us and the land, which meant we got a few extra hours of fishing (no complaints). The highlight of the trip was chumming up a cobia feeding frenzy right on the surface before we booked it back to the marina. Any time you can topwater fish for cobia, you're in for a treat. We almost landed a trophy cobia before a 8+ foot shark breached the surface and completely annihilated it about 20 feet off the back of the boat. It was so primal, none of us cared that we lost the trophy. I recommend these guys to anyone, beginners or lifetime anglers. Will definitely be using them again!
John S. | October 25, 2022

Trip: Charleston Deep Sea
★★★★★
Captain John was the absolute BEST and the guys had the most memorable day fishing with him! They are already planning to do another day out with Captain John.
Angela M. | August 5, 2024

Trip: Chasin’ Tails 6 Hour Trip
★★★★★
Matt was great. The crew managed to not only we engage positively with our 4-person party, but Matt ensured that our daughters had fun throughout. He left the course mainly up to us, since we had 2 younger children with us. I'll definitely come back to this charter service!
Joshua R. | July 16, 2024

Trip: Chasing Deep Water Giants
★★★★★
Captian Chris and TJ did a great job. They were courteous and friendly. They were slightly unprepared, both forgot their filet knives, but overall we were pleased with the trip and had a great time.
George F. | June 11, 2024

Trip: Charleston Deep Sea
★★★★★
I could not have asked for a better outfit to take our family fishing. Captain Keith took us to the best spots and we caught something each time. Pat and Captain Keith were amazing with our diversity of age and skill level. Thank you again.
Terry H. | April 10, 2024

Trip: Grunt Hunt Family Fun - 31’ Pursuit
★★★★★
Captain John and is mate did an excellent job in making sure my family had a very good experience in the golf fishing. Withing the first hours we already had all of the fish we could take. I would give it a 6 star but it looks like it's not possible so 5 it is. If you are still thinking about booking with Cap John don't think twice just go for it, him and is mate will make sure you have a good and safe experience.
Jose P. | August 22, 2023

Trip: Chasin’ Tails 6 Hour Trip
★★★★★
We had a great trip with Keith and Nick. My son had a great time and Captain Keith let him drive the boat on the way back. He was thrilled! Nick was so great! Great experience!
Donna I. | July 18, 2023

Trip: Madeira Beach Quick Getaway
★★★★★
Great time, great fishing spot and amazing Captain
Michael C. | July 1, 2023

Trip: Charleston Deep Sea
★★★★★
Trip was great! Both Matt and Mike were very knowledgeable and helpful. Boat and equipment was clean and well organized. I would recommended these guys to anyone.
Ben B. | June 12, 2023

Trip: Chasing Deep Water Giants
★★★★★
Excellent time. Captain is awesome. 100 percent. We love fishing and Capt. Sean will put you on the fish if they’re hungry.
James T. | April 26, 2023

Trip: Spanish Wells Reef Fishing
★★★★★
Our two boat trip was absolutely electric. First off, Capt. Chris' boat was perfect. For the price point, you'd be hard pressed to find a better fishing charter deal out of Charleston. The second boat in our group was equally as nice. Both boats were super comfortable, we just sat in the back on beanbags and drank beer as we raced out about 40 miles offshore. The guides gave us an in depth safety talk before taking off and took every safety precaution available, they definitely found a happy medium between fun and safety though. They were also very well informed about what was in/out of season, and the parameters for keeper fish. On first drop, we had 2 really nice red snapper hookups. Once that bite ran cold, we wasted no time, hopping around to multiple different locations, filling the cooler up with vermillion and other good eating fish. Even got a few 5+ foot sharks for the young'n that was with us. He was so stoked! We ran into a bit of weather but that didn't phase the guides, they had contingency plans to keep us busy. We elected to run deeper to avoid the thunderstorm that formed between us and the land, which meant we got a few extra hours of fishing (no complaints). The highlight of the trip was chumming up a cobia feeding frenzy right on the surface before we booked it back to the marina. Any time you can topwater fish for cobia, you're in for a treat. We almost landed a trophy cobia before a 8+ foot shark breached the surface and completely annihilated it about 20 feet off the back of the boat. It was so primal, none of us cared that we lost the trophy. I recommend these guys to anyone, beginners or lifetime anglers. Will definitely be using them again!
John S. | October 25, 2022

Trip: Charleston Deep Sea
★★★★★
Captain John was the absolute BEST and the guys had the most memorable day fishing with him! They are already planning to do another day out with Captain John.
Angela M. | August 5, 2024

Trip: Chasin’ Tails 6 Hour Trip
★★★★★
Matt was great. The crew managed to not only we engage positively with our 4-person party, but Matt ensured that our daughters had fun throughout. He left the course mainly up to us, since we had 2 younger children with us. I'll definitely come back to this charter service!
Joshua R. | July 16, 2024

Trip: Chasing Deep Water Giants
★★★★★
Captain John was the absolute BEST and the guys had the most memorable day fishing with him! They are already planning to do another day out with Captain John.
Angela M. | August 5, 2024

Trip: Chasin’ Tails 6 Hour Trip
★★★★★
Matt was great. The crew managed to not only we engage positively with our 4-person party, but Matt ensured that our daughters had fun throughout. He left the course mainly up to us, since we had 2 younger children with us. I'll definitely come back to this charter service!
Joshua R. | July 16, 2024

Trip: Chasing Deep Water Giants

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