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Inshore, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Big Pine Key

Premier Reef Fishing Big Pine Key

NEW Guided by Felipe
33 ft 1 - 6 People From $750
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Inshore, Nearshore, Flats Fishing Charter in Big Pine Key

Big Pine Key Fly Or Light Tackle

NEW Guided by Zach
25 ft 1 - 4 People From $850
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Inshore, Nearshore, Flats Fishing Charter in Big Pine Key

Big Pine Key Fly Or Light Tackle

NEW Guided by Zach
18 ft 1 - 2 People From $750
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Inshore, Flats Fishing Charter near Big Pine Key

Marquesas Key Run

100% (3) Guided by Tyler
24 ft 1 - 4 People From $1,200
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Inshore Fishing Charter near Big Pine Key

Inshore Trip - 18’ Xplor Flats Boat

100% (3) Guided by Chandler
18 ft 1 - 3 People From $550
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Inshore Fishing Charter near Big Pine Key

Florida Keys Bonefish & Permit

100% (1) Guided by Bob
18 ft 1 - 2 People From $500
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Nearshore Fishing Charter near Big Pine Key

Nearshore 6 Hour

NEW Guided by Hugh
34 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,300
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Inshore, Nearshore, Flats Fishing Charter near Big Pine Key

Summerland Key Flats Action

100% (7) Guided by Brandon
17 ft 1 - 3 People From $400
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Inshore, Flats Fishing Charter near Big Pine Key

Evening Tarpon Slam

100% (1) Guided by Anthony
24 ft 1 - 4 People From $800
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Inshore Fishing Charter near Big Pine Key

Nighttime Tarpon - 18’ Xplor

100% (3) Guided by Chandler
18 ft 1 - 3 People From $550
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Inshore, Nearshore Fishing Charter near Big Pine Key

Tarpon Fishing (seasonally)

100% (22) Guided by Antonio
27 ft 1 - 12 People From $350
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Nearshore Fishing Charter near Big Pine Key

Nearshore 8 Hour

NEW Guided by Hugh
34 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,600
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Everything to Know About Booking a Big Pine Key tarpon fishing charter

What are the best tarpon fishing charters in Big Pine Key?

The best tarpon fishing charters in Big Pine Key are:

Why should I book a tarpon fishing charter in Big Pine Key with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 59 tarpon trips in Big Pine Key, and the most popular trips in the area are Big Pine Key Fly or Light Tackle guided by Zach, Premier Reef Fishing Big Pine Key guided by Felipe, and Big Pine Key Fly or Light Tackle guided by Zach.

Our guides in Big Pine Key are rated a 4.91 out of 5 based on 3806 verified reviews on Captain Experiences.

All guides on Captain Experiences are vetted by our team. You can access their reviews, click through trip photos, read bios to get to know them, and preview trip details like species, techniques, group sizes, boat specs and more.

Looking for kid friendly tarpon guides / fishing lessons in Big Pine Key? Check out our beginner and family friendly tarpon guides in Big Pine Key.

What types of tarpon fishing charters are common in Big Pine Key?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing for tarpon in Big Pine Key as well as inshore fishing, nearshore fishing, and flats fishing.

The most common fishing techniques in Big Pine Key are light tackle fishing, live bait fishing, and artificial lure fishing but bottom fishing and heavy tackle fishing are popular as well.

How much do Big Pine Key tarpon fishing charters cost?

Prices for tarpon in Big Pine Key can range anywhere from about $700 to $3,200, but the average price for a half day trip for tarpon in Big Pine Key is $1,246. The average price for a full day trip for tarpon in Big Pine Key is $1,939.

Is booking a fishing guide worth the money?

Hiring a guide provides a number of benefits and many choose to book a fishing guide for a combination of experience, local knowledge, convenience, and cost-effectiveness.

Working with experienced fishing guides who know the best local spots and techniques can dramatically increase your odds of a great day. Having someone who is on the water every day and knows the area like the back of their hand is going to give you the best chances of success.

Booking a guide is also more cost effective, especially if you only get out a handful of times per year. When you consider all of the costs you would incur on your own such as the price of a boat, maintenance, insurance, gas, high-quality gear and tackle, repairs, and more, you’ll find that DIY is sometimes not worth the expense.

Even if you’ve got a great setup already in your home waters, booking a guide also provides a great opportunity to experience new techniques, new locations, or even a chance at a new target species to knock off the bucket list.

What month is best for tarpon fishing in Big Pine Key?

The most popular season for tarpon fishing in Big Pine Key is summer, and most anglers book their trips 26 days in advance.

Do I need a Big Pine Key fishing license for tarpon and what are the bag limits for tarpon in Big Pine Key?

See here for more information on fishing licenses in Big Pine Key, bag limits for target species, and fishing season regulations in Big Pine Key. When in doubt, your fishing guide will always know the right rules and regulations in Big Pine Key.

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Had a great time fishing w Chandler under tough windy and tide conditions. Worked his butt off to put us into fish. Would love to fish w him again.

    Gary R. | December 9, 2024

    Trip: Marquesas Atoll Light Tackle

  • ★★★★★
    I thought he did a great job. We caught a lot of fish and he was kind to my family. My 8 yr old daughter had a blast.

    Keith L. | November 28, 2024

    Trip: Key West Backcountry Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Had an all day adventure with Capt Tyler today and it did not disappoint! Started off the day with a big Jack and I lost a tarpon too. Caught fish all day long and capped it off with 5 bonefish to finish up. I will book with Tyler again! Added bonus, he's pretty dang funny!

    Mischelle R. | November 26, 2024

    Trip: Targeting Tarpon in Key West

  • ★★★★★
    Fun trip and caught some keepers and some we tossed back. Capt was very good.

    Karen H. | November 3, 2024

    Trip: Half Day Tarpon Trip w/ Capt Scotty

  • ★★★★★
    Capt Jamie explained how, then coached me thru how to target Tarpon quite well. Followed by using his knowledge to get me on fish right away. Thank you for teaching this old dog new tricks!

    Scott N. | October 3, 2024

    Trip: Key West on Light Tackle & Flies

  • ★★★★★
    Captain David did an amazing job I asked for an out of season Tarpon trip . He got hooked up after a few spots. Then we went to deep water and caught a nice Mutton Snapper.

    Larry F. | September 3, 2024

    Trip: Key West Tarpon Hunt

  • ★★★★★
    My families trip with Captain John was awesome. John is a humble, hardworking, easy going, chill, dude and fit right in with our families vibe. He was great with our 5 year old son and answered all of his many fishing questions. John made it clear that between the time of year and conditions that day we would have to really work at it to get anything. That’s exactly what we did and we ended up catching a good amount of fish. Most importantly our 5 year old son, who is obsessed with fishing, had the time of his life and caught fish he’s never seen before. 5 stars, highly recommend. If you have a small group this is the charter to go on!

    Jacob D. | August 25, 2024

    Trip: Full Day Private Fishing Charter

  • ★★★★★
    Kyle was incredible! We had a bucket list trip and will definitely call him next time we are in the area!

    Tyler R. | August 3, 2024

    Trip: Key West Backcountry Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Our charter with Captain John was incredible! He was very professional but also personable! We enjoyed everything about the fishing trip! We had a beautiful day & caught several large dolphins! Will definitely rebook with Capt. John the next time we are in Key West!

    Deanna H. | July 31, 2024

    Trip: Morning 1/2 Day Fishing Charter

  • ★★★★★
    Had a great time, went with captain David Larson, caught some snapper and a shark. Would 100% go out and do it again. I am not knowledgeable of fishing but the captain helped, taught very well, and was very professional.

    Trey H. | July 29, 2024

    Trip: Key West "Flex" Sportfishing

  • ★★★★★
    What a great experience, Antonio is the best a made the day special. Would do it again. Thanks

    Peter C. | July 25, 2024

    Trip: Tarpon Fishing (seasonally)

  • ★★★★★
    Alex, was great! Very personable and friendly. Fishing was tough, but it can be when it’s hot. He got us on some fish and got my wife a shark! That was all she asked for on her birthday! Thanks Alex!

    Matthew S. | July 18, 2024

    Trip: Backcountry Classic - 28’ Blue Wave

  • ★★★★★
    We had an absolutely amazing time deep sea fishing with Captain Anthony! He is a fun and knowledgeable fisherman with LOTS of experience and great stories (ask him about how he’d dive for lobsters to impress his dates). He does all the work but lets you learn and participate as much or as little as you want. We knew we had an expert when we heard the radio chatter of all the other guides complaining that nothing was biting, while we pulled in six (only four mahi in pic). The other two were a small tuna and a ~32” barracuda). We highly recommend Kilo Whiskey Charter & Captain Anthony!

    Dan W. | July 18, 2024

    Trip: Ultimate Action Fishing in Key West

  • ★★★★★
    Great trip Enjoyed it

    Jeff R. | July 11, 2024

    Trip: Targeting Tarpon in Key West

  • ★★★★★
    Family had a great time, caught a variety of fish. Enjoyed it!

    Scott D. | July 3, 2024

    Trip: Tarpon Fishing (seasonally)

  • ★★★★★
    10 Stars ⭐️ Spencer was a great communicator, ensured we had a variety of fishing opportunities and was great with my kiddos!!

    Noell P. | July 3, 2024

    Trip: Key West Silver Kings and More

  • ★★★★★
    Capt John was top notch!! Our planned morning trip hit a snag due to bad weather…But John was honest and informative suggesting that we should hold off a few hours…so we did. Our afternoon ended up being an awesome fishing encounter. We would highly recommend…thank you Capt John!!!

    Kelly L. | July 1, 2024

    Trip: Morning 1/2 Day Fishing Charter

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great time on our first family fishing trip. We brought enthusiasm, and very little experience. John was a great teacher for all of us, and took us to several good spots in Lake Passage. We caught shark, black grouper and enough snapper to feast on for days. The fine folks at Hurricane Hole cooked it up for us and it was amazing!! We would definitely book another trip with John!!

    Karl H. | June 23, 2024

    Trip: Morning 1/2 Day Fishing Charter

  • ★★★★★
    Great experience! Alex is the best!

    Jason M. | June 17, 2024

    Trip: Backcountry Classic - 28’ Blue Wave

  • ★★★★★
    Spencer was awesome. Especially great with our child. Showed him proper technique and our boy caught 12 fish! Fished in a couple different places and the fish were biting a lot in each spot. Will totally book Spencer again if we make it back to Key West.

    Joe R. | June 12, 2024

    Trip: Key West Silver Kings and More

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