Trips they run
- Half dayShorter trip. Ask the captain how long
- Night fishingFishing after dark
- OffshoreUsually farther from shore than bay trips
- OvernightTrips that stay out overnight
The boat
Federal charter permits
NOAA Fisheries lists the vessel Phoenix, hailing from Destin, with these current permits:
- Gulf Coastal Migratory Pelagics CharterValid through March 2027
- Gulf Reef Fish Charter/HeadboatValid through March 2027
Because this boat holds the Gulf reef fish charter permit, the federal season applies aboard for red snapper, gag grouper and amberjack, even inside state waters.
From NOAA Fisheries Southeast permit records, checked Sep 2026, matched to this charter by the vessel's name. Permit names are NOAA's own.
What they fish for
Red snapper
Triggerfish
Amberjack
Vermilion snapper
Wahoo
Sailfish
Blue marlin
White marlin
Cobia
Mahi-mahi
Gag grouper
Red grouper- Scamp
Spanish mackerel
Tuna
King mackerel
Swordfish
Taken from what the charter lists on its own website, so it may not be every fish they catch. Ask the captain about anything you're hoping to target. Tap a fish for its season and limits.
Good to ask when you call
- What will we likely catch in the month I'm going?
- How long is the trip, and what time do we leave?
- Is bait, tackle and a fishing license included?
- Can we keep and clean our catch?
- What's the cancellation policy if the weather turns?
Contact details and the trip, boat and fish listed here were checked against charterboatphoenix.com in Sep 2026. Details can change, so confirm with the captain before booking. Is this your charter? Confirm or correct it.