Fishing Boat Guidelines & Suggestions
Before you book a fishing boat in Destin, there's a few things it's helpful to know that will make your fishing trip perfect.
Charter Fishing
- Charter boat rates are based on six passengers.
- When booking a charter boat, you are reserving the entire boat for a set time period.
- If the boat can accommodate more than six passengers, there is an additional charge for each extra person.
- Some charter boats allow you to be "grouped" into a charter, for those who don't want to shoulder the entire cost.
- Most charter boats rent by the day or half day.
- Of course, prices vary.
Party Boats
- Party boats carry up to 49 passengers.
- When booking a party boat, you are buying a ticket and will fish with others who have bought tickets.
- Most party boats can be chartered for fishing trips, sunset cruises, or dolphin-spotting trips.
- Most party boats rent by day or half day.
On both charter and party boats these things are generally provided:
- Crew
- Bait
- Ice
- Tackle
- Fishing licenses
You'll want to bring:
- Food and drinks
- Sunglasses & sunscreen
- Hat & windbreaker
- Camera
- Gallon freezer bags (to bag fish)
- Cooler(s)
