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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.

About Your Trip

Experience the thrill of the deep seas with our Destin Bottom Bounty - 6-Hour Adventure. Departing from the picturesque Destin, FL, we will venture 12 to 20 miles offshore to target a variety of prized fish that are in season. Get ready for an action-packed day of fishing as we aim to reel in triggerfish, snapper, grouper, and maybe even the lightning-fast wahoo.

Our knowledgeable crew will guide you through various fishing techniques, including bottom fishing and trolling, to maximize your chances of landing a bountiful catch. With their expertise and the top-notch equipment on board, you'll have all the tools necessary to hook into some of the most sought-after species in the area. From the toothy triggerfish to the powerful snapper and grouper, each catch promises an exhilarating fight and a delectable reward.

Join us on this 6-hour adventure and let the bountiful waters of Destin showcase their abundance. Whether you're a seasoned angler or a novice, our trip is designed to cater to all skill levels. So gather your fishing buddies, pack your enthusiasm, and get ready to embark on a memorable journey as we explore the Destin Bottom Bounty and create unforgettable fishing memories together.

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 you.

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.

Air Conditioning

This boat has air conditioning.

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 kids.

Flexible Cancelation

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

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

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Pricing Matrix

	6 Hours
1 Person	$2,100.00
2 People	$2,100.00
3 People	$2,100.00
4 People	$2,100.00
5 People	$2,100.00
6 People	$2,100.00
7 People	$2,300.00
8 People	$2,500.00
9 People	$2,700.00
10 People	$2,900.00
11 People	$3,100.00
12 People	$3,300.00
13 People	$3,600.00

Pay 15% of the price as a deposit today, with the balance due on the day of the trip.

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About Your Guide

Certified Damn Good Guides offer 10/10 trips. Guides earn this badge through quality reviews, quick and responsive communication, and low cancellation rates.

Richie R.

Certified Damn Good Guide

Certified Damn Good Guides offer 10/10 trips. Guides earn this badge through quality reviews, quick and responsive communication, and low cancellation rates.

Independent Guide 13 years of exp.

Talkative

Laid-back

Instructional

Beginner Oriented

Adventurous

Quality

About Your Guide

Richie R.

Certified Damn Good Guide

Independent Guide 13 years of exp.

Capt. Richie and First Mate welcome you aboard to make memories and have a lot of fun. They will discuss some options of ways to fish before your trip starts so that you are in control of what species you try to target and how you fish whether you decide to try your hand and Bottom fishing, or trolling. They will try to accommodate all of your requests and let your family and friends enjoy the company of them as you try to catch the fish of a lifetime. We take pride in customer service and reliability. So give us a try to be your next and favorite boat to charter fish on in Destin Flordia.

Thanks and hope to see you aboard soon.

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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

500 lb shark

If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?

Nothing beats some great meat on the grill brats,burgers, and hot dogs

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

500 lb shark

If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?

Nothing beats some great meat on the grill brats,burgers, and hot dogs

Whats your favorite band?

I like all music but country is the fave

Whats your favorite movie?

Bull Durham

Whats your favorite sports team?

Colts

Whats your drink of choice?

Coke

What was your last halloween costume?

Micheal Myers

What do you want for Christmas this year?

To be with family

How did you get started guiding?

Have always loved fishing started walleye on lake erie and now in flordia deep sea fishing

What makes you different from other guides?

We pride ourselves on customer service and let you have a say in what type of fishing we are going to do for the day

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Start Location & Lodging Options

Destin, Florida

Areas Fished

Destin Harbor

About Your Boat

Boat photo for Destin Bottom Bounty - 6-Hour

Boat Type: Sportfisher
Boat Manufacturer: Morris
Year Built: 1967
Boat Length: 48'

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Sportfisher
Boat Manufacturer: Morris
Year Built: 1967
Boat Length: 48'
Engine Manufacturer: Cummins
Total Horsepower: 600
Number of Engines: 2
Additional Amenities: Livewell, refrigerator, freezer, sound system,

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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 you.

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.

Air Conditioning

This boat has air conditioning.

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 kids.

Flexible Cancelation

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

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

Bottom Fishing
Cut Bait Fishing
Live Bait Fishing
Trolling

Everything Else to Know

Pack drinks and snacks we have everything else covered

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.

Reviews

4.3

based on 3 reviews

Molly

Verified Review

March 20

We had an awesome fishing trip with Captain Richie and Mikey! It was our first deep sea fishing experience and one to remember!

Molly

Verified Review

March 20

We had an awesome fishing trip with Captain Richie and Mikey! It was our first deep sea fishing experience and one to remember!

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Mike

Verified Review

July 27

This was our first time deep sea fishing. It was an excellent experience. Richie and Zach did a great job and are very knowledgeable. Couldn’t have asked for a better trip

Mike

Verified Review

July 27

This was our first time deep sea fishing. It was an excellent experience. Richie and Zach did a great job and are very knowledgeable. Couldn’t have asked for a better trip

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Danny

Verified Review

June 17

Captain and Mate were very good. boat was very old and showed it. AC broke down an hour into trip was not good. no venting in cabin at all. Latrine exceptionally small for any good size man to fit in. Front cabin area just nasty no comfort at all. always smelled diesel.

Danny

Verified Review

June 17

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Trip: 8 hour Red Snapper Frenzy

Response from Captain Experiences:

Hi Danny, thank you for this feedback. I know that this was not the vessel you had original planned on fishing from, and we thank you and your party for being adaptable to the changes we had to make. Please give us a shout so that we can give you a discount on your next trip and make it a memorable one!

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We vet our guides and only partner with the best of the best. Our guides do their very best to keep you safe, show you a great time, and send you home with a memorable experience shared with family and friends.

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.

Each trip's price is determined by the guide and reflects all associated costs. A significant factor in pricing is often the type of boat and the corresponding fuel expenses. Additional costs may include leases, marina or slip fees, bait, and the expenses involved in providing and maintaining the necessary gear for your trip.

After booking your trip, we'll connect you directly with your guide to discuss additional details. In the meantime, our team is here to answer any questions via email, text, or phone.