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What are the best bottom fishing charters in Florida?
The best bottom fishing charters in Florida are:
- Reel Legend guided by Richie R. with 15 years of experience
- Fish Hunter Fishing Charters guided by George H. with 45 years of experience
- Com'N'Getit Fishing Charters guided by Billy P.
- Shoal River Outdoors guided by Chris B.
- Twysted Lyfe Charters guided by Bryan M. with 45 years of experience
Why should I book a bottom fishing charter in Florida with Captain Experiences?
Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 83 bottom fishing trips in Florida, and the most popular trips in the area are Deep Sea Deep Dropping guided by Bryan, Inshore Bay Tarpon & Snook Charter guided by Michael, and Holmes Beach Inshore Hookfest guided by Taylor.
Our guides in Florida are rated a 4.98 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 bottom fishing guides / fishing lessons in Florida? Check out our beginner and family friendly bottom fishing guides in Florida.
What types of bottom fishing charters are common in Florida?
Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing for bottom fishing in Florida as well as nearshore fishing, inshore fishing, and flats fishing.
The most commonly sought after species for bottom fishing in Florida are: 1. kingfish, 2. mangrove snapper, 3. gag grouper, 4. mahi mahi, and 5. cobia.
How much do Florida bottom fishing charters cost?
Prices for bottom fishing in Florida can range anywhere from about $650 to $4,190, but the average price for a half day trip for bottom fishing in Florida is $1,311. The average price for a full day trip for bottom fishing in Florida is $2,771.
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 on a bottom fishing charter in Florida?
The most popular season to go on a bottom fishing charter in Florida is summer, and most anglers book their trips 39 days in advance.
Do I need a Florida fishing license and what are the bag limits 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.
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