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Fishing in Destin
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Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in New Smyrna Beach

East Coast Offshore/Nearshore

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39 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,200
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Cast & Blast in Miami Beach

VIP SPORTFISHING/SKEET SHOOTING

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75 ft 1 - 13 People From $8,125
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Deep Sea Fishing in Panama City

10 Hour Federal Deep Water Trip

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34 ft 1 - 12 People From $2,400
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Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in Fort Lauderdale

Half-Day Deep Sea Sportfishing

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46 ft 1 - 12 People From $875
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Inshore, Deep Sea, Flats in Big Pine Key

Full Day (8hr)

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Destin Fishing Excursion

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Key West Fishing Slam

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Inshore, Nearshore, Flats in Sarasota

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Inshore, Deep Sea, Nearshore in Fort Lauderdale

Fort Lauderdale Sportfishing

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Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in Miami

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Deep Sea Fishing in Marathon

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Everything to Know About Booking a Florida black grouper fishing charter

What are the best black grouper fishing charters in Florida?

The best black grouper fishing charters in Florida are:

Why should I book a black grouper fishing charter in Florida with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 90 black grouper trips in Florida, and the most popular trips in the area are East Coast Offshore/Nearshore guided by Jerry, VIP SPORTFISHING/SKEET SHOOTING guided by Franco, and 10 Hour Federal Deep Water Trip guided by Nathan.

Our guides in Florida are rated a 4.83 out of 5 based on 9603 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 black grouper guides / fishing lessons in Florida? Check out our beginner and family friendly black grouper guides in Florida.

What types of black grouper fishing charters are common in Florida?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing for black grouper in Florida as well as nearshore fishing, inshore fishing, and flats fishing.

The most common fishing techniques in Florida are bottom fishing, live bait fishing, and trolling but light tackle fishing and heavy tackle fishing are popular as well.

How much do Florida black grouper fishing charters cost?

Prices for black grouper in Florida can range anywhere from about $900 to $6,480, but the average price for a half day trip for black grouper in Florida is $1,514. The average price for a full day trip for black grouper in Florida is $3,882.

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 black grouper fishing in Florida?

The most popular season for black grouper fishing in Florida is summer, and most anglers book their trips 19 days in advance.

Do I need a Florida fishing license for black grouper and what are the bag limits for black grouper in Florida?

See here for more information on fishing licenses in Florida, bag limits for target species, and fishing season regulations in Florida. When in doubt, your guide will always know all the relevant rules and regulations in Florida.

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Very professional will the mate was excellent also fun day

    William Y. | October 23, 2026

    Trip: Offshore Fishing Experience

  • ★★★★★
    A terrific experience all around. Even though we didn’t catch many fish! As the crew said, that’s why they call it fishing and not catching! Still, we had a wonderful time and a lot of fun.

    Tim H. | October 7, 2026

    Trip: Fort Lauderdale Sportfishing

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great 6 hr trip with Kenaro. Highly recommend anyone looking to book some great fishing.

    Matthew C. | October 1, 2026

    Trip: Key West Light Tackle Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great experience ( Remi was pregnant with Enzo who is 7 now ) with the crew on Saturday. They were very attentive to Enzo & helped him catch a rare fish .

    Eliman G. | September 14, 2026

    Trip: Daily Reef Fishing (Shared Trip)

  • ★★★★★
    Fantastic Captain. Worked very hard to put us on fish. Mahi, Tile Fish and snapper. I will be fishing with him again and highly recommend him to anyone looking for a charter.

    Brian H. | August 19, 2026

    Trip: Reef, Wreck, Offshore Trip

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