Captain
Matthew Champion

Member since April 2018 Destin, United States

Background: Captain Matthew Champion moved to Destin in 1987. His father took him fishing here and he knew fishing is what he would be doing for the rest of his life. In 1993, he got his first job on a party boat. Throughout his career, Capt. Matt has worked on party boats, commercial vessels fishing for snapper and grouper, and private charters. He caught so many fish in his life that he doesn't need to catch another one, but seeing the happiness in his customers' eyes while fishing is everything to him. Captain Matt has placed and won several tournaments, including five, 1st place finishes and one, 2nd place finish in the 2016 Destin deep sea Fishing Rodeo.
Techniques: I have a unique style in between high end sport fish yachts and very good bottom fishing mixed in.

Hey, I'm Captain Matthew Champion

Destin, États Unis

Background: Captain Matthew Champion moved to Destin in 1987. His father took him fishing here and he knew fishing is what he would be doing for the rest of his life. In 1993, he got his first job on a party boat. Throughout his career, Capt. Matt has worked on party boats, commercial vessels fishing for snapper and grouper, and private charters. He caught so many fish in his life that he doesn't need to catch another one, but seeing the happiness in his customers' eyes while fishing is everything to him. Captain Matt has placed and won several tournaments, including five, 1st place finishes and one, 2nd place finish in the 2016 Destin deep sea Fishing Rodeo.
Techniques: I have a unique style in between high end sport fish yachts and very good bottom fishing mixed in.

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Championship Offshore Outfitting And Charters

4.9 / 5

(186 reviews)

4.9 / 5

(186 reviews)

Angler's choice

Destin • 42 ft • 6 persons

Trips from US $1,100

Fishing Reports

Amberjack season open May 1st. Fish Cham

Apr 29, 2024 Destin

Amberjack season offically opens May 1st. Championship Offshore charters is ready to take you fishing! Book ahead of time & while we’re still running Spring special rates through May. Come have a blast fishing with Championship Offshore charters & create memories that will last a lifetime!

Amberjacks Open May 1st. Fish Championsh

Apr 25, 2024 Destin

Book your fun, family, fishing adventure with Championship Offshore Charters! Amberjacks officially open May 1st. & the Wahoo bite is on fire right now! We’re running Spring special rates right now. Book ahead of time while we still have some spots available! Come have a blast fishing with Championship!

Wahoo Time On Championship Offshore!

Apr 23, 2024 Destin

We’re running Spring special rates right now! Book your fishing adventure while we still have spots open. Come have a blast fishing with Championship Offshore charters! You will always leave with a smile & plenty of fish!

Amberjacks Open May 1st.

Apr 12, 2024 Destin

Amberjacks open May 1st. Book your fishing adventure with Championship Offshore charters! We’re running spring specials through May. Come have a blast fishing with us!

Wahoo & Mahi Time On Championship!

Apr 8, 2024 Destin

The wahoos & mahi are starting to bite. Championship Offshore charters specializes in pleagic fishing. We’re running Spring special rates. Book your fishing adventure today with Championship Offshore.

Family Fishing On Championship Offshore!

Apr 3, 2024 Destin

Our wonderful repeat customers always have a blast fishing with Championship Offshore charters. We’re running awesome Spring special rates right now. Book your trip ahead of time while we still have spots available. Come have a blast fishing with Championship Offshore charters. You will always leave with a smile & a great catch!

Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.9 / 5

out of 5 stars from 186 reviews

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Boat

4.8 / 5

Crew

4.9 / 5

Experience

4.9 / 5

Photos & videos by reviewers (245)

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Anglers claimed

Good experience
	95%
Friendly captain
	99%
Recommend this charter
	97%
Appropriate for children
	93%
Satisfied with the boat
	98%
Caught fish
	91%

Appropriate for children
	93%
Satisfied with the boat
	98%
Caught fish
	91%

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Jeff E.

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

Wahoo!

VERIFIED NEW 6 Hour AM Spring Special Rate on May 3, 2024

Jeff E.

5.0 / 5

May 3, 2024

6 Hour AM Spring Special Rate

Wahoo!

VERIFIED NEW

Had a great time! We caught two wahoo’s while trolling and caught some huge amber jacks. Friendly captain and mate . Clean boat

Had a great time! We caught two wahoo’s while trolling and caught some huge amber jacks. Friendly captain and mate . Clean...

Jeff E. recommends Championship Offshore Outfitting And Charters

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Nick I.

Fulton, MO

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

Excellent experience

VERIFIED 5 Hour Trip (AM) on July 26, 2023

Nick I.

Fulton, MO

5.0 / 5

Jul 26, 2023

5 Hour Trip (AM)

The captain and deckhand were phenomenal. IWe were able to catch our limit rather quick. The cabin of the boat had a nice place to sit, and was air conditioned. This was very refreshing after being in the hot summer sun. If you want a great deep sea fishing experience, this is an excellent group to guide you through it.

The captain and deckhand were phenomenal. IWe were able to catch our limit rather quick. The cabin of the boat had a nice place...

Nick I. recommends Championship Offshore Outfitting And Charters

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Matthew Champion (The Captain)

Replied on July 27, 2023

Thank you so much Nick, for your awesome 5 star review fishing with Championship Offshore charters! We really enjoyed you & your family fishing with us. Hope to see you again for your next fishing adventure. We truly appreciate your business. Thank you, Capt. Christian & Capt. Matt

Matthew Champion (The Captain)

Replied on July 27, 2023

Captain replied

Stephen C.

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

Great company

VERIFIED 4 Hour PM Fall Special Rate on November 20, 2023

Stephen C.

5.0 / 5

Nov 20, 2023

4 Hour PM Fall Special Rate

Great company

VERIFIED

We had a great time. We caught fish, the crew and the captain were so well put together. Would recommend.

Stephen C. recommends Championship Offshore Outfitting And Charters

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Matthew Champion (The Captain)

Replied on November 21, 2023

Thank you so much Stephen, for your awesome 5 star review fishing with Championship Offshore charters! We really enjoyed y’all fishing with us. Hope to see you again in the future for your next fishing adventure. We truly appreciate your business. Thank you, Capt. Christian & Capt. Matt

Matthew Champion (The Captain)

Replied on November 21, 2023

Captain replied

Justin H.

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

Great trip, especially for winter

VERIFIED 5 Hour AM Fall Special Rate on December 30, 2023

Justin H.

5.0 / 5

Dec 30, 2023

5 Hour AM Fall Special Rate

Great trip, especially for winter

VERIFIED

We went out and were on fish the whole time we were on the water. Constantly reeling. It was awesome

Justin H. recommends Championship Offshore Outfitting And Charters

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Matthew Champion (The Captain)

Replied on January 2, 2024

Thank you so much Justin, for your awesome 5 star review fishing with Championship Offshore. We really enjoyed y’all fishing with us! Looking forward to your next fishing adventure in the future. We truly appreciate your business. Thank you, Capt. Christian & Capt. Matt

Matthew Champion (The Captain)

Replied on January 2, 2024

Captain replied

Gary W.

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

Definitely recommend

VERIFIED 8 Hour Trip (AM) on October 27, 2023

Gary W.

5.0 / 5

Oct 27, 2023

8 Hour Trip (AM)

Definitely recommend

VERIFIED

With less than ideal conditions, Capt Matt and his deckhand Stephen did all they could to give us the opportunity to put some fish in the boat. If and when I get back to the Destin area, won’t hesitate to book again with them.

With less than ideal conditions, Capt Matt and his deckhand Stephen did all they could to give us the opportunity to put some...

Gary W. recommends Championship Offshore Outfitting And Charters

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Matthew Champion (The Captain)

Replied on October 31, 2023

Thank you so much Gary, for your awesome 5 star review fishing with Championship Offshore charters! We really enjoy y’all fishing with us. Hope to see you again for your next fishing adventure. We truly appreciate your business. Thank you, Capt. Christian & Capt. Matt

Matthew Champion (The Captain)

Replied on October 31, 2023

Captain replied

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Wahoo!

Wahoo!

Excellent experience

Excellent experience

Great company

Great company

Great trip, especially for winter

Great trip, especially for winter

Definitely recommend

Definitely recommend

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