Salty Endeavors Fishing Charters specializes in family-friendly fishing trips in Destin and Fort Walton Beach. Our kids and family fishing trips are designed to be fun, safe, and easy for all ages, making us a top choice for families visiting the Emerald Coast.

We offer a range of offshore charters from 5-12 hours, but our 8-hour offshore charter is by far the most popular option for experienced anglers. Common catches include red snapper, grouper, amberjack, triggerfish, king mackerel, mahi-mahi, and sharks. Your captain will target the best fish available during your trip.

Fishing in Destin and Fort Walton Beach offers a wide variety of species depending on the season. Common catches include red snapper, grouper, amberjack, triggerfish, king mackerel, mahi-mahi, and sharks. Your captain will target the best fish available during your trip.

The cost of a Destin fishing charter depends on the trip length and type of fishing. Shorter family trips typically cost less, while longer offshore trips are higher priced. Salty Endeavors offers a range of options to fit different budgets and experience levels.

No, you do not need to purchase a fishing license when booking with Salty Endeavors. Your fishing license is included with your charter, so you can focus on enjoying your trip.

Salty Endeavors trips are private fishing charters, meaning your group gets the entire boat. This allows for a more personalized and comfortable experience on the water. We do offer occasional shared charters on weekends only.

We recommend bringing:

• sunscreen
• sunglasses
• snacks and drinks
• comfortable clothing
• a camera

We provide all fishing gear, bait, and tackle needed for your trip.

Safety is our top priority. If weather conditions are unsafe, your captain will work with you to reschedule or provide a refund depending on availability.

Fishing in Destin and Fort Walton Beach is great year-round. Different species are available each season, with spring and summer being peak fishing times, especially for snapper and offshore species.

Yes, Salty Endeavors offers shark fishing trips where guests can experience the thrill of catching some of the some of the Gulf’s top predators.

Our trips depart from Adventure Marina in Fort Walton Beach, just minutes from Destin, making it easy for visitors staying anywhere along the Emerald Coast to join us.(Adventure Marina - 1201 B Miracle Strip Pkwy SE, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548)

Yes, you can keep any legal fish that you catch (except for sharks — sharks are catch and release only). The captain will clean and bag your fish for you to take home.

All trips must be paid for with a credit or debit card, but tips can be paid with cash. You can book online or over the phone with a 30% deposit. After booking, you’ll receive a confirmation email with details and a link to pay your remaining balance. You can prepay or pay your captain in person. A 15–20% gratuity is customary.

Yes, 2 of our vessels have a private bathroom available (30' Pursuit and 29' Tidewater).

We recommend arriving 20 minutes early in order to park and walk down to the dock.

We have a numbered parking space at Adventure Marina reserved for our guests. Your space will be assigned after booking.

Full refund if you cancel 72 hours before your trip. No refund within 72 hours. Full refund if the captain cancels due to unsafe conditions. Disruptive or aggressive behavior may result in cancellation without refund.