8 Hr Florida Red Snapper Season

NEW Grant-Valkaria, FL 1 - 3 People 8 - 10 Hours From $900 Trip #12280
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

About Your Trip

Water Type

Deep Sea

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather.

1-3 people 8 hours 15-30 miles offshore fishing for Florida Red Snapper during the limited dates available under new proposed 2026 season

Please see as follows:

May 23, 24, and 30, 2026

June 6, 13, 20 and 21, 2026

Fall Oct 3, 10, 11 and 21, 2026

You will be catching them with live baits, dead baits and/ or slow pitch jigs

Bottom fishing for triggerfish, groupers (red, gag and black grouper), snappers ( American...

About Your Trip

1-3 people 8 hours 15-30 miles offshore fishing for Florida Red Snapper during the limited dates available under new proposed 2026 season

Please see as follows:

May 23, 24, and 30, 2026

June 6, 13, 20 and 21, 2026

Fall Oct 3, 10, 11 and 21, 2026

You will be catching them with live baits, dead baits and/ or slow pitch jigs

Bottom fishing for triggerfish, groupers (red, gag and black grouper), snappers ( American Red Snapper, mangrove, lane, yellowtail, vermillion and mutton snappers) also included on this trip along with amberjack and amaco jacks.

We also catch cobia, african pompano, king mackerel, mahi and possible tuna on these trips

If you desire to make it a longer trip ask when booking as we could do a combo red snapper/ bottom fishing trip the trolling for more pelagic species like tuna, mahi, wahoo and sailfish.
Amenities

Water Type

Deep Sea

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Fish Cleaning

This guide will clean your catch for an additional fee.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Music

You can play your own bluetooth music.

Boat Restroom

This boat has a restroom.

Live Bait

Live bait is included for this trip.

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather.

Federal Permit

This boat is federally permitted to go deep offshore.

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to small children.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled up to 7 days before the trip.

Physicality

This trip requires an average level of physical activity.

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

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Pricing Matrix

8 hours 10 hours
1 Person
$900.00
$1,050.00
2 People
$900.00
$1,050.00
3 People
$900.00
$1,050.00
Pay $250 as a deposit today, with the balance due on the day of the trip.

About Your Guide

Profile photo of Captain Experiences guide Scott

Scott W.

Independent Guide
US Veteran Veteran
Talkative
Laid-back
Instructional
Beginner Oriented
Quality
Adventurous
Captain Scott started fishing the Carolina coast and Gulf Stream at the age of 13. He fished around the world for 12 years in the US Navy and got his 100 ton USCG Masters License in 1993 in Port Aransas, Texas where he won some of the biggest fishing tournaments in the world.

He worked for Bill Buster’s Sportfishing then owned Pure Pleasure Fishing until 2003, when he moved to Melbourne, Florida and has honed...

About Your Guide

Profile photo of Captain Experiences guide Scott

Scott W.

Independent Guide
Captain Scott started fishing the Carolina coast and Gulf Stream at the age of 13. He fished around the world for 12 years in the US Navy and got his 100 ton USCG Masters License in 1993 in Port Aransas, Texas where he won some of the biggest fishing tournaments in the world.

He worked for Bill Buster’s Sportfishing then owned Pure Pleasure Fishing until 2003, when he moved to Melbourne, Florida and has honed his skills on fishing Florida’s East Coast.

Captain Scott is one of the top big Shark fishing captains in the world with huge great white, tiger sharks, mako sharks, bull sharks, hammerheads, blacktips, spinners and many more species to his name. Captain Scott has caught 8 different species of billfish around the world, loves trolling and tuna fishing, bottom fishing, jigging and deep dropping.

Captain Scott has caught 4 grander fish in his life (black marlin, mako shark, tiger shark and a great white).

He has over a thousand + fish greater than 100 pounds boated under his skillful watch from wahoo, to blue and yellowfin tuna, thousands of sharks and many a blue marlin.

Captain Scott has caught 8 of the 9 species of billfish in the world and just missing a spearfish for his bucket list.

We are Veteran owned and offer Veteran and Military discounts
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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
16 Ft great white shark in early 1980s of Long island NY
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
grilled yellowfin tuna and rice

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
16 Ft great white shark in early 1980s of Long island NY
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
grilled yellowfin tuna and rice
What’s your favorite band?
Jimmy Buffett and the Coral Reefers
What’s your favorite movie?
Jaws
What’s your favorite sports team?
Texas Long Horns
What’s your drink of choice?
sweet tea
What was your last halloween costume?
Tooth Fairy
What do you want for Christmas this year?
drone
How did you get started guiding?
Loved offshore fishing since was a teenager
What makes you different from other guides?
Pride, professionalism and the 40 years of experience
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Start Location & Lodging Options

Grant-Valkaria, Florida

About Your Boat

Boat photo for 8 Hr Florida Red Snapper Season
Boat Type
Center Console
Boat Manufacturer
Sea Chaser
Year Built
2017
Boat Length
22'

About Your Boat

Boat Type
Center Console
Boat Manufacturer
Sea Chaser
Year Built
2017
Boat Length
22'
Boat Restroom
Yes
Engine Manufacturer
Suzuki
Total Horsepower
250
Number of Engines
1
Additional Amenities
(2) Live wells, trolling motors
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Trip Details & Amenities

Water Type

Deep Sea

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Fish Cleaning

This guide will clean your catch for an additional fee.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Music

You can play your own bluetooth music.

Boat Restroom

This boat has a restroom.

Live Bait

Live bait is included for this trip.

Weather

You won't lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather.

Federal Permit

This boat is federally permitted to go deep offshore.

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to small children.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled up to 7 days before the trip.

Physicality

This trip requires an average level of physical activity.

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

Target Species

Color-coded seasonality below is based on .
View Full Species Seasonality Chart »
  • Get it while it's HOT!
  • This species is in play.
  • You might get lucky (as long as things are in-season).
  • Couldn't tell ya! (no data)

Techniques

Everything Else to Know

Everything is included, but we also recommend bringing sunglasses, sunscreen, weather-appropriate clothing, and anything else you might want on the trip.
You're all set! You don't need to buy a license for this trip.
We use a cashless autopay system. We'll send you a boarding pass, and on the day of the trip, your guide will scan your boarding pass to automatically transfer the remaining balance. The only cash needed is to tip your guide (we recommend 20%).
Cancel for free up to 7 days before the trip and receive credit back to your account. Cancelling within 7 of the trip will forfeit your deposit to the guide. Day-of cancellations and no-shows will be charged the full balance of the trip to their card.
In the event of inclement weather you'll be covered by out 100% Weather Guarantee and will not lose your deposit.

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Once you've paid your deposit at checkout, we'll send you a QR Code boarding pass. Just show your guide your boarding pass on the day of the trip, they'll scan it, the remaining balance will transfer automatically, and you'll be all set to get out there. Just make sure you bring a cash tip for the guide!
In the event of inclement weather, our guides will check the conditions and make the final call on whether its safe to go on the trip. If they decide the trip needs to be postponed, we'll work closely with you to reschedule or provide a credit for the full deposit, which can be applied to any of our trips in the US and beyond.
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