Dawn Patrol Charters Customer Reviews

I took my 10-year-old son on a 4-hour morning offshore fishing trip, something he’s been wanting to do for years. We parked easily at the Harbor Docks lot, just steps away from where the boat was docked. The day was hot—over 90 degrees—so we came prepared with sun shirts, hats, s...

The only “problem” with the day was that my son hooked into a trophy-quality Tarpon that took up the whole trip! Captain knew the area inside and out and clearly understood the fish’s behavior. We watched sharks doing airborne barrel rolls and saw massive schools of Tarpon rollin...

The fishing started off slow, but Captain JT’s determination made all the difference—he turned it into an unforgettable trip. It was an incredible experience, and my son and I are truly grateful!

JT gave it his all from start to finish, working nonstop to get us on the fish. We had several shots at a trophy catch and landed a stunning tarpon. He was courteous, professional, and knew exactly what he was doing. I highly recommend booking a trip with JT—Captain, thank you fo...

We had an awesome day on the water with Captain J.T. His 30+ years of experience in these waters was clear from the start. He got us on the fish quickly while expertly navigating around passing storms. We were reeling in Kingfish one after another—an incredible experience all aro...

Had an awesome day fishing with Captain JT! He put us on the fish fast, and the action didn’t let up all trip long!

I booked a morning trip with Dawn Patrol for my three boys—it was our first time fishing on the Gulf. From booking to cleaning the fish, everything went smoothly. The weather, however, wasn’t exactly on our side. With high winds and 2–4 foot swells, it was definitely a rough ride...

We’ll absolutely be back again—hands down the best time we’ve ever had. The captain was outstanding!

We couldn’t have asked for a better captain or boat for my little guy’s first fishing trip. Captain JT had a great plan—start with catching plenty of bait fish for nonstop fun, then head out to troll for bigger catches. The boat’s high sides were a lifesaver for keeping an excite...

We couldn’t have asked for a better setup for my son’s first fishing trip. Captain JT had a solid plan—starting with easy bait fish for nonstop fun, then moving on to trolling for the bigger ones. The boat’s high sides were a lifesaver, helping me keep my excited little one safe ...

JT was absolutely fantastic! I brought two 14-year-olds and my 9-year-old, and it was nonstop action the entire trip. We landed some great keepers, got tons of big fish photos, and the boys were reeling in fish almost every minute. JT came highly recommended to us, and I’d strong...

An absolute blast! Our day with Dawn Patrol Charters was nothing short of phenomenal. Captain John Tenore's knowledge of the waters around Destin is unmatched, and his passion for fishing is contagious. From the moment we stepped aboard, we knew we were in for an unforgettable ex...

Embarking on our inaugural deep sea fishing expedition, we were thrilled to have an incredible day out on the water! Captain John's expertise shone through as he navigated us to various spots, ensuring we landed some impressive catches – a truly unforgettable experience! We're ea...

Heading out for another fishing excursion in the Gulf with Captain JT was our top priority upon returning to Destin. Opting for a small, privately-owned vessel proved to be the ideal choice, with JT's wealth of knowledge and amiable demeanor enhancing the experience. Our trip was...

Captain JT put us on the fish the whole trip! We caught our limit on Red Snapper and then had fun hooking up with Mahi. Highly recommend and will definitely call again next time we are in town.