Headboat fishing aboard the 70-ft Vera Marie — from $89 per person
The Vera Marie runs daily party boat (headboat) fishing trips out of Destin Harbor — where you pay per person and join a boat full of fellow anglers. All trips include fishing gear, bait, fish cleaning, and Florida fishing licenses. No hidden fees.
Destin’s classic headboat experience. Join up to 65 fellow anglers and fish the productive Gulf bottom for Vermilion Snapper, Triggerfish, Grouper, King Mackerel, and more. Two trips daily in summer; one per day in the off-season.
More intimate than a headboat, far more affordable than going private. Bottom fish for Snappers, Porgies, Mingo, Sea Bass, and more in the company of a smaller, like-minded crew on the same great waters.
Take exclusive command of the Vera Marie for your event. Weddings, corporate outings, reunions, large fishing groups — our crew handles every detail so you can focus on the experience.
The Vera Marie is a 70-foot walk-around party boat (headboat) purpose-built for the Gulf of Mexico. With daily summer departures and reliable off-season trips out of Destin Harbor, she puts anglers on fish day after day.
Equipped with a spacious sun deck, air-conditioned salon, restrooms, and overnight accommodations, every detail is designed to keep you comfortable on the water.
Everything you need to know before booking a headboat fishing trip in Destin, Florida.
A party boat — also called a headboat — is a large charter vessel where individual passengers pay per person (“per head”) to join a shared deep sea fishing trip. You bring yourself; we supply the rod, reel, bait, tackle, fishing license, and fish cleaning. It’s the most affordable way to fish offshore in Destin, FL. The Vera Marie carries up to 65 anglers and departs daily from Destin Harbor.
Party boat fishing aboard the Vera Marie starts at $89/person in the off-season and $99/person during summer for 6–7 hour trips. Summer afternoon trips (4–5 hours) are $89/person. All prices include gear, bait, fish cleaning, and a Florida fishing license — no hidden add-ons. Shared charter trips are $149–$169/person for a 6-hour trip.
On a typical party boat fishing trip out of Destin, you can expect to catch Vermilion Snapper (Mingos), Red Porgy (White Snapper), Mangrove Snapper, Triggerfish, and Rockfish. Depending on the season you may also land Grouper, Amberjack, King Mackerel, and Cobia. The Gulf of Mexico off Destin is one of the most productive inshore/offshore fisheries in Florida.
The Vera Marie departs from 580 Harbor Blvd, Destin, FL 32541 — right on Destin Harbor. In summer, two trips depart daily; during the off-season, one trip departs per day based on bookings. Call (850) 650-3825 for current departure times and availability.
No — all fishing gear, bait, tackle, and a Florida saltwater fishing license are included in the price of your trip. Just show up ready to fish. After the trip, our mates will clean and bag your catch for you. A customary tip for the crew is 15–20%.
The Vera Marie accommodates up to 135 guests for fully private charters. Our experienced team makes every event unforgettable.
Call us or book online — daily trips aboard the Vera Marie starting at $89/person.
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