With more than 35 years of experience fishing the abundant Gulf waters of Destin, Captain Cliff is an expert at crafting trips that are both enjoyable and fruitful for anglers of every skill level. As a dedicated father of three, he focuses on organizing family-oriented fishing excursions customized to suit your group’s expertise—whether you’re a beginner or an experienced angler.

Operating from HarborWalk Village, you’ll board a spacious 48-foot Pacemaker Sport boat, fully outfitted and Coast Guard certified to accommodate up to six passengers. Captain Cliff provides private charters all year round, targeting a variety of reef species such as Red Snapper, Grouper, Triggerfish, Amberjack, and Mackerel. He combines trolling and bottom fishing methods to maximize your chances of success. Trip durations range from 4 hours up to 8 hours or more, allowing you to choose what fits best with your schedule and fishing preferences.

Discover why Destin is known as The World’s Luckiest Fishing Village. With Captain Cliff guiding your adventure, you’ll not only land excellent catches but also create cherished memories that will stay with you forever.

We enjoyed a fantastic 6-hour trip with our three kids and their friend. Cliff and Austin made an incredible team. Austin kept busy baiting hooks and helping us handle the 48 fish we caught. Captain Cliff led us along the shoreline, stopping at his favorite fishing spots where we caught plenty of vermillion snapper and triggerfish. We even caught a Bonita while trolling through the inlet. Every fish fought hard, leaving us exhausted by day’s end. I recommend taking Dramamine beforehand and wearing rubber-soled shoes for safety on the rocking boat. Don’t forget snacks! We comfortably wore sun shirts over our swimsuits and started the trip in sweatshirts and pants during the cool morning departure from the harbor. So many wonderful memories were made. Huge thanks to Captain Cliff and Austin—they are fantastic and made our day unforgettable. We caught plenty of fish and had an amazing time on the water. We would definitely fish with them again!

The trip was spectacular. Captain Cliff and his crew made sure we were in the perfect spots to enjoy nonstop action. They helped me, an enthusiastic angler checking off a bucket list goal, have an unforgettable experience. My whole family had a great time with ideal weather perfectly complimenting the excursion. Captain Cliff and Kyle were exceptional—great with kids and brilliant at keeping us on the bite. Constant excitement throughout the day! I highly recommend booking a trip with Captain Cliff, and we can’t wait to return.

We had an incredible outing. Everything was excellent. It was a special graduation gift for our son Ryan. I went fishing with my son and grandson in Destin, and fishing with Cliff and his son Austin was a pleasure. Cliff continuously placed us where the fish were biting, while Austin did a fantastic job assisting with baiting our poles. He showed great patience with us as we are not seasoned fishermen. The boat’s cabin features air conditioning, which was a relief from the heat. I highly suggest fishing with them and would definitely book again.

What an unforgettable day on the water with Captain Cliff and Austin! From the moment we set sail, it was obvious that Captain Cliff has expert knowledge of these waters. He took us directly to top fishing locations where we caught a variety of red snapper, vermillion snapper, triggerfish, amberjack, and grouper. Austin was amazing—he helped bait our hooks, taught us the best techniques for casting and reeling, and ensured we had a fantastic time throughout. His patience and skill enhanced the entire experience. For anyone seeking an exceptional fishing trip, Captain Cliff and Austin are the perfect team to book. Highly recommended, and I’m already looking forward to returning!

A superb outing! Couldn’t ask for a better guide. He put us right on the fish every time.