DESTIN FISHING FIELD GUIDE
Let the Captain Decide: A Private Inshore Fishing Day Out of Destin
Captain's Choice is a private inshore charter from Destin operated by Destin Inshore Guides that puts up to four guests where the captain thinks the best bite will be—this guide explains what to expect aboard these short, focused trips.
Let the Captain Decide: A Private Inshore Fishing Day Out of Destin.
Off Destin’s coast, Captain’s Choice is a short private fishing charter in which the captain determines the fishing grounds for the day—an ideal booking for people who want to leave route and strategy to the guide and simply fish.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Captain Picks the Grounds
On Captain’s Choice trips the captain decides where to fish, making this the simplest option for guests who don’t have a preferred spot and want to rely on local knowledge and real-time conditions.
Ready-to-Fish Outfit
Destin Inshore Guides supplies rods and reels, bait, tackle, ice and fishing licenses for your group, so you arrive ready to fish without extra fuss.
Short, Intentional, Mostly Catch-and-Release
With limited time on these charters, trips are primarily catch-and-release; whatever you legally keep will be cleaned for you at the end of the trip at no additional charge.
What the day feels like
What the Day Feels Like
The trip flows as a concise, captain-led outing: a short run to whatever inshore grounds the captain judges best for the day, concentrated fishing time focused on quick action, and a return with fish cleaning handled for you—all arranged by Destin Inshore Guides.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this trip suits—and who should think twice.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Private charter options: four-hour for $900; five-hour for $1,125; six-hour for $1,350. Prices include up to four passengers; additional passengers cost extra.
Pack sunblock, a small cooler with food and drinks, sunglasses, hat, camera, insect repellent, a jacket on cooler days and a good attitude ready to have fun.
Destin Inshore Guides provides rods and reels, fishing licenses for your group, bait, ice, tackle and fish cleaning service.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
What is provided by Destin Inshore Guides on my fishing trip?
They provide top quality rods and reels, fishing license for your entire group, bait, ice, tackle and fish cleaning service.
What do I need to bring?
Bring sunblock, a small cooler with food and drinks, sunglasses, hat, camera, insect repellent, a jacket on cooler days, and a good attitude.
What should I wear on our trip?
In summer wear shorts, tank tops or short sleeves; in cooler months layer up so you can add or remove clothing as needed.
What are we going to catch?
Catch varies by time of year; trips emphasize creating lasting memories rather than any guaranteed species.
Can you eat the fish?
Destin Inshore Guides promotes catch-and-release, but you may keep anything you catch that is within regulations; fish cleaning is provided at no additional charge.
What happens if it rains?
Weather cancellations are at the discretion of the captain; if your guide is canceled due to weather your reservation fee will be refunded or Destin Inshore Guides will try to reschedule.
What is your cancellation policy?
Cancellation is required at least 30 days prior to the scheduled guide to receive a refund on your reservation fee.