Board the 42' Hydracat Deep Obsession for a full-day private deep-sea charter out of Destin. Fish reefs and deep drops for snapper, grouper, tuna and the chance of marlin while the captain provides gear, bait and filleting service.
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The bow of the 42-foot Hydracat cuts through green-blue Gulf water as gulls wheel and the horizon stretches flat and bright. Onboard the Deep Obsession, lines chatter and the captain studies the fishfinder like a navigator reading weather; within an hour the reef gives way to deeper slopes and the hunt for tuna, mahi and the rare marlin begins.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
10–12 hours
Fitness Level
Should be comfortable standing and moving on a pitching deck for long periods; basic stamina required for rod work during strikes.
Wildlife
History
Destin evolved from a 19th-century fishing village into a sportfishing hub; its deep offshore drops make it one of the Gulf’s prime big-game fishing launch points.
Conservation
Practice catch-and-release for vulnerable species and use reef-safe sunscreen; reputable charters follow local regulations for size and bag limits to support healthy fisheries.
Reserve your spot on the Deep Sea Private Trip on the Deep Obsession today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Take seasickness precautions
Bring antihistamines or prescription patches and sit mid-ship where motion is least to reduce nausea on long runs.
Protect from sun and spray
Use high-SPF, reef-safe sunscreen, a brimmed hat, and UV-protective sunglasses—reflected sun and spray intensify exposure.
Bring closed, non-slip shoes
Decks get wet; rubber-soled shoes with good traction keep you steady while fighting fish.
Pack a durable cooler
Although the captain stores and cleans your catch, a solid cooler with ice is useful for transporting fillets home.
Motion-sickness medication
Helps prevent nausea during long offshore runs and while drifting.
Polarized sunglasses with retainer
Reduces glare and helps spot baitfish and floating debris.
summer
Non-slip deck shoes
Protects feet and improves footing on wet surfaces.
Dry bag and waterproof phone case
Keeps electronics and documents safe from spray and rain.