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Fishing in Destin
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Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Miami

Deep Sea Trip

100% (1) Guided by Sig
43 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,000
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Key West

Key West Mixed Bag Trip

100% (8) Guided by Brad
43 ft 1 - 6 People From $850
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Destin

Deep Sea Dash: Half-Day Fishing

100% (6) Guided by Trey
53 ft 1 - 24 People From $1,800
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Deep Sea, Nearshore, Jetty Fishing Charter in Pompano Beach

#1 Offshore Charter

100% (5) Guided by Brad
28 ft 1 - 6 People From $600
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing Charter in St. Petersburg

Offshore Trip - 27' Cape Horn

100% (4) Guided by Adam
27 ft 1 - 4 People From $550
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Nearshore Fishing Charter in Panama City Beach

4-Hour Offshore Fishing

100% (3) Guided by Max
28 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,000
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Miami Beach

Bachelor Party Fishing Fun!

100% (3) Guided by Manny
57 ft 1 - 48 People From $850
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea Fishing Charter in Destin

Offshore Discovery: Fishing Intro

100% (12) Guided by Kyle
40 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,280
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Key West

Legendary Fishing In Key West

100% (7) Guided by Chuck
55 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,100
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea Fishing Charter in Fort Lauderdale

Half Day

100% (2) Guided by Taylor
28 ft 1 - 4 People From $600
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Nearshore Fishing Charter in Fort Lauderdale

Super Quick Trips

100% (2) Guided by Taylor
28 ft 1 - 4 People From $500
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Clearwater

Clearwater Fishing Thriller!

100% (10) Guided by Heather
34 ft 1 - 12 People From $880
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Everything to Know About Booking a Florida bonito fishing charter

What are the best bonito fishing charters in Florida?

The best bonito fishing charters in Florida are:

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

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 143 bonito trips in Florida, and the most popular trips in the area are Deep Sea Trip guided by Sig, #1 Offshore Charter guided by Brad, and Offshore Trip - 27' Cape Horn guided by Adam.

Our guides in Florida are rated a 4.83 out of 5 based on 3626 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 bonito guides / fishing lessons in Florida? Check out our beginner and family friendly bonito guides in Florida.

What types of bonito fishing charters are common in Florida?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing for bonito in Florida as well as nearshore fishing, inshore fishing, and jetty fishing.

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

How much do Florida bonito fishing charters cost?

Prices for bonito in Florida can range anywhere from about $900 to $7,000, but the average price for a half day trip for bonito in Florida is $2,017. The average price for a full day trip for bonito in Florida is $3,893.

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 bonito fishing in Florida?

The most popular season for bonito fishing in Florida is summer, and most anglers book their trips 12 days in advance.

Do I need a Florida fishing license for bonito and what are the bag limits for bonito 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 fishing guide will always know the right rules and regulations in Florida.

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    What a great experience! JoJo was a terrific guide and a pleasure to be around. He was knowledgeable and patient with everyone. He took four of us out and we all highly recommend him.

    Jennifer F. | September 22, 2024

    Trip: Deep Sea Fishing with Capt. Jojo

  • ★★★★★
    5 Stars! Capt Katie and her deck hand Nick (amazing young man) gave us a wonderful day of fishing on the Gulf. Her hospitality, knowledge of fishing in the Gulf and patient instruction made for a very enjoyable and interesting trip. We trolled for mackerel and did some bottom fishing for shark, which unexpectedly got us a red snapper plus a good size shark. For me it was a welcome return to nearshore fishing and for my son, a new experience. I highly recommend a trip with Capt Katie. She is keeping the spirit of Destin, the luckiest fishing village in the world, alive and well. You will not be disappointed.

    Stephen J. | September 16, 2024

    Trip: Captain’s Choice: Troll + Shark

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great time with Captain Ron and first mate Chris! They were really helpful and went out of their way to help us reel in our desired catch! They also offered water and ice which was life saving on a hot day! Assisted us with any questions we had about fishing and the area! We plan on booking with them again!

    Ashley N. | September 14, 2024

    Trip: Sunrise Saltwater Slam

  • ★★★★★
    We had an amazing time! We had a special interest in Mahi and captain brad and his first mate made it happen. It was great, they made us feel super comfortable and confident. We were able to score Mackerel, Yellowtail and we latched on 3 Mahi’s at the very very last second! Super lucky. Brad and his first mate made it happen! We were able to leave with 2 mackerels and 2 Mahi Mahi’s! Thank you! You won’t regret booking with them. Special experience.

    María A. | September 2, 2024

    Trip: Key West Mixed Bag Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Brad and his first mate were amazing. It was my first time fishing off of a boat and I'm glad it was with them! They were both very patient, helpful, and made it an unforgettable experience. We caught snapper and grouper and even hooked an eel! Thanks to both of you for a fantastic time on the water. Highly recommend

    Karen E. | August 19, 2024

    Trip: Key West Mixed Bag Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Had a great time!!!!

    Jon T. | August 16, 2024

    Trip: Riviera Beach Luxury Half Day

  • ★★★★★
    Captain John was the absolute BEST and the guys had the most memorable day fishing with him! They are already planning to do another day out with Captain John.

    Angela M. | August 5, 2024

    Trip: Chasin’ Tails 6 Hour Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Excellent Trip !! .. Manny and Jordan were fantastic Fun ... and experienced ... Caught some nice fish, had great fun and most of all learned a LOT about deep sea fishing !! .. Of my party of 5 - only I could speak English, but Manny is a master of sign language ... we ALL understood and enjoyed !! .. They both even went one step above and beyoned to get us when the Uber driver dropped us off at the WRONG place ... This tripe will leave a lasting memory for my Eastern European family !! .. Thank You !!

    Zoltan H. | August 1, 2024

    Trip: Miami Nearshore Reefs and Wrecks

  • ★★★★★
    Tapped into some good fish. Really enjoyed our father son experience. Captain brad was great and made sure we enjoyed our day. Also great playlist.

    Jim P. | July 29, 2024

    Trip: #1 Offshore Charter

  • ★★★★★
    Katie is by far top notch. Her deck hand Nick was awesome as well. Highly suggest going out with them. We caught a 10ft+ tiger shark. Once in a lifetime experience

    Prestyn H. | July 27, 2024

    Trip: Captain’s Choice: Troll + Shark

  • ★★★★★
    Awesome trip with Adam! Highly recommend!!

    Brionne J. | July 26, 2024

    Trip: Offshore Trip - 27' Cape Horn

  • ★★★★★
    Had an exceptional trip! Brad was a very knowledgeable captain as well as super down to earth!

    Nehemiah C. | July 24, 2024

    Trip: #1 Offshore Charter

  • ★★★★★
    Guys were awesome !! They were all ready to go when I got to the boat Tony and Tony Sr absolute gentlemen and worked very hard and got me mahi, tuna, and barracudas definitely go out with again

    Paul M. | July 22, 2024

    Trip: Key West Offshore or Inshore

  • ★★★★★
    Great time with a great guide enjoyed the trip, the music and the captain very much. Fishing was a little slow but that’s because it’s fishing.

    Gary S. | July 18, 2024

    Trip: 4-Hour Offshore Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Heather sent my wife and I and our two granddaughters out for a 6 hour combination trolling and bottom fishing trip with Captain DJ and Tyler. We can't say enough about how enjoyable it was. Both DJ and Tyler were fantastic guys to be around and put us on plenty of fish, both trolling and bottom fishing. It was very impressive to watch them as a team work to keep our granddaughters busy reeling in fish. They made every aspect of the trip friendly, comfortable and fun. It was all we had hoped to experience. Many thanks to Heather, DJ, Tyler and Captain Experiences.

    Ricky M. | July 18, 2024

    Trip: Crushing Clearwater Offshore

  • ★★★★★
    What a great trip and experience. First deep sea fishing trip for my 11 year old boy. Capt. Alex was friendly, knowledgeable and made the trip very enjoyable for myself and my boy. Alex makes the trip about you and works as hard as he can to make sure you have a successful trip. We definitely look forward to going back out with Capt. Alex in the future.

    David M. | July 14, 2024

    Trip: Destin Mixed Bag Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Max was awesome! Trip provided fund for the whole family.

    Jacob W. | July 14, 2024

    Trip: 4-Hour Offshore Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Tony was great. We'd definitely book again.

    Houston H. | July 9, 2024

    Trip: Key West Offshore or Inshore

  • ★★★★★
    Greatest experience we could ask for. Caught a good amount and captain Adam was very knowledgeable on where to go for best fishing and Is very respectful. Would highly recommend captain Adam to anyone looking for a fun fishing trip.

    Landan L. | July 7, 2024

    Trip: Offshore Trip - 27' Cape Horn

  • ★★★★★
    Definitely a very fun trip! Will definitely recommend to friends/families. Caught almost 50 fish and was a blast! Two takeaways for myself: Red Snapper fishing can only happen with the 10-12 hour trips, not the 4 hour trips.

    Luis M. | July 6, 2024

    Trip: Clearwater Fishing Thriller!

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