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Cast Off For Adventure on a Fishing Charter With Scallywag Charters in Destin, FL!
Reel in the Adventure of a Lifetime with Scallywag Charters!
Nestled on Okaloosa Island, less than a 5-mile hop from Destin, FL, we’re you’re gateway to epic fishing memories. From family-friendly Inshore Fishing Trips in the Choctawhatchee Bay to thrilling Nearshore Gulf Fishing Charters, plus 2-3 hour kid’s adventures and 90 minute dolphin cruises, we make every moment unforgettable.
For those who want the ultimate fishing edge, our Captain’s Choice Fishing Charters let our expert captains tailor your adventure to where the fish are biting best. With years of local knowledge and experience, they’ll decide on the day of your trip whether to head Inshore in the Bay or Nearshore in the Gulf, ensuring you’re casting where the action is hottest! Perfect for anglers craving flexibility and the thrill of targeting the best bite. This personalized experience maximizes your time on the water.
Book your charter today and reel in the fun on your Florida vacation!
Family-Friendly Kids Fishing Charters
There’s nothing better than watching a child become interested in fishing. We specialize in shorter 2- and 3-hour “Kids Fishing Trips” designed specifically with younger anglers and first timers in mind.
These shorter trips give children the opportunity to experience the excitement of fishing without an all-day commitment. It’s all about making fishing fun and accessible for the whole family!
Get Ready For Your Next Adventure!
Scallywag Charters is a locally owned and family-operated charter fishing company. We highly recommend booking directly with us by phone or email to ensure you receive the best rates possible.
By choosing us, you’ll be supporting a local business dedicated to making your fishing experience truly unforgettable!
Your Captain
Meet Captain Nick: Your Expert Guide to Unforgettable Fishing Adventures! Captain Nick, a true native of Niceville, FL, has been casting lines and reeling in big catches from the Bayous of Choctawhatchee Bay and Santa Rosa Sound since the early 1990s. With over 25 years of professional saltwater fishing experience, Captain Nick is a seasoned veteran who knows the local waters like the back of his hand.
22' Cape Horn Inshore Vessel
This 22-foot vessel is powered by a brand new 2024 Yamaha 200 Outboard. Outfitted with the tallest inshore tower around with full controls this vessel is the perfect combination of comfort, maneuverability and fishability. Known for incredibly dry rides and stability you'll be at home in no time fishing from its large bow and stern fishing platforms or even sight casting from the tower.
Client Testimonials
Greatest Fathers Day Ever!!! My son and I went out with Nick this morning and had a blast. 5:00 AM wake up call comes pretty early for me so at 6:00AM I was still struggling!! After 5 minutes with Nick if you're still asleep he'll get ya going with his high energy and the excitement and passion he has for the sport!! Not only is he fun to hang out with he knows his stuff and is very helpful and has you feeling like a pro in no time!! Thanks again Nick... see ya next summer!! Deuces!!
Rob Melton
What an amazing experience! Captain Nick was fantastic with our kids and handled all the hard work. He taught us some interesting facts and had a beautiful boat. My husband and I got to watch our kids enjoy a unique experience catching Trigger fish and chasing dolphins. The two hour, Kid friendly tour was perfect for our 3 Kids (3,6 and 10). We couldn't be more pleased with out first ocean fishing adventure!
Alli Davis
Great experience fishing with Nick. He's fun, knows all the spots the fish hang out and is a great teacher. The whole experience from booking to cleaning the fish we caught was easy (except for reeling in the reds, that was tough but we did it!) We didn't go to catch the small ones so be prepared to catch big fish and a lot of them!
Brenda Knapek
15 year wedding anniversary and one of our top experiences ever! Booking was super easy. Nicks wife was great to talk with, answered all our questions and got us set up! Nick was a fantastic captain and definitely knew what he was doing. He knew all the perfect spots to go because we caught quite a bit of fish as well as had a crazy adventure hooking a Tarpon that gave us quite the pull and Im pretty sure as we released him, that Tarpon laughed at my husband and I's exhaustion. What an experience! next year we will definitely be back and bringing our 4 kiddos as well! We hands down recommend this charter! Not only a fun experience but great people to deal with!! Thanks Scallywag Charters!
Rachel Justen
Little Anglers
My favorite part of fishing with Captain Nick was catching the skinny long fish (mackerel), and getting to see them pop on the water!
Braxten What a blast! Thank you all for such an amazing first charters experience. Nick - you were amazing with the kids!
The Hyde Family Nolan said "watching the birds eat the fish skins after they were filleted on the dock was so cool!" Knox said "watching my brother reel in that HUGE fish was my favorite part!"
Nolan & Knox Eli "I'd give it 5 Stars! We were always catching something and Capt Nick was lots of fun!" Jack "Our fishing trip was my favorite part of our vacation. I loved catching fish and how fast the boat was!"
Eli & Jack Sawyer "My favorite part of the trip was reeling in super hard fish!" Hudson "I liked going fast on the boat, getting to go up in the tower and catching a lot of fish!" Tyler "My favorite part of the trip was all the fish we caught and feeling a shark on my pole after it took my fish!"
Sawyer, Hudson & Tyler