Fish at Your Own Pace

Private fishing charters in Destin give you the water to yourself

When you book a private charter in Destin, you leave the dock without strangers, without waiting, and without adjusting your plans to fit someone else's schedule. You decide when to leave, how long to stay, and what kind of fish you want to target. Full Contact Fishing Charters takes you into the Gulf or the inshore shallows depending on what you want to catch and how much time you have on the water.

This is an exclusive trip planned around your group. The captain adjusts the pace based on who is onboard, whether that means slowing down for someone learning to cast or moving between spots quickly if you are chasing a specific species. You choose your departure time, and the trip runs as long as you booked it for. All rods, reels, bait, tackle, and safety equipment are provided. The focus stays on your group from the moment you step on the boat until you return to the dock.

If you want to fish without sharing the boat or the schedule, reach out to Full Contact Fishing Charters in Destin to plan your trip.

What Happens During a Private Charter

Your captain meets you at the dock in Destin and goes over the plan before you leave. You talk through the target species, the areas you will fish, and any preferences you have for how the trip should go. The boat is stocked with live bait, artificial lures, and rigged lines suited to what you are after. Once you are underway, the captain positions the boat based on conditions, tides, and where the fish are moving that day.

You get hands-on instruction as needed, but the captain adjusts based on your skill level. If someone in your group has never held a rod, they learn how to cast, set the hook, and bring the fish in without rushing. If you have fished before, the captain moves faster and lets you work the water on your own. You see what it looks like to read the current, watch the birds, and decide when to change spots.

The trip stays flexible within the time you booked. You can extend the day if the bite is strong and you want more time, or you can head in early if everyone is satisfied. The captain cleans your catch at the dock after you return, and you leave with fillets ready to cook or take to a local restaurant that will prepare them for you.

Questions About Private Charters Come Up Often

People booking a private charter usually want to know what they can control, what comes with the trip, and how the day actually unfolds once they leave the dock.

What makes a private charter different from other trips?
You do not share the boat with anyone outside your group. The trip is built around your schedule, your target species, and your pace, with no adjustments made for other passengers.
How many people can fish on a private charter?
Most private charters accommodate up to six anglers comfortably. The boat has enough space, rods, and seating for everyone to fish without crowding, and the captain can manage that many lines at once.
What time do private charters leave the dock?
You choose the departure time when you book. Early morning trips start before sunrise, and afternoon charters leave later in the day depending on what you want to catch and how the tides are running.
What should we bring on a private charter?
You need sunscreen, polarized sunglasses, a hat, and soft-soled shoes. Bring snacks and drinks in a cooler if you want them onboard. All fishing gear, bait, and licenses are included.
How long does a private charter last?
Trips typically run four, six, or eight hours depending on what you book. You can extend the trip on the water if the fishing is good and you want more time, as long as the boat is available.

Private charters in Destin give you control over the day and keep the focus on your group from start to finish. If you are ready to book a trip that runs on your schedule, contact Full Contact Fishing Charters to set your date and departure time.