Cichlid Fishing Guides In Florida

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Recently Booked Cichlid Fishing Guides In Florida

Lake Fishing Trip in Miami

Freshwater Peacock Bass & More

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26 ft 1 - 4 People From $200 / person
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Lake, River Fishing Trip in Fort Lauderdale

Everglades Peacock Bass/Largemouth

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20 ft 1 - 3 People From $200 / person
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Lake, River Fishing Trip in Plantation

Ft. Lauderdale Bowfishing And Gigging Trip

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22 ft 1 - 6 People From $117 / person

Lake, River Fishing Trip in Crystal River

Palm Beach Exotics And Invasives

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21 ft 1 - 4 People From $375 / person

Inshore, Nearshore, River Fishing Charter in Fort Lauderdale

Peacock Bass Fishing: Fly Fishing/ Spin Fishing

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17 ft 1 - 3 People From $217 / person

Most Popular Types of Cichlid Trips in Florida

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Everything to Know About Booking a fishing trip in Florida

What are the best cichlid fishing trips in Florida?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 5 cichlid trips in Florida, and the most popular trips in the area are Freshwater Peacock Bass & More guided by Charles, Everglades Peacock Bass/Largemouth guided by Roy, and Ft. Lauderdale Bowfishing and gigging Trip guided by Michael.

Our guides in Florida are rated a 5 out of 5 based on 2397 verified reviews on Captain Experiences.

All guides on Captain Experiences are licensed, insured, and 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.

The most popular cities to book a Cichlid charter in Florida are Fort Lauderdale, Miami and Plantation.

Looking for kid friendly cichlid guides in Florida? Check out our beginner and family friendly cichlid guides in Florida.

What types of cichlid fishing trips are common in Florida?

Lake fishing is the most popular for cichlid in Florida as well as river fishing, nearshore fishing, and inshore fishing.

The most common fishing techniques in Florida are live bait fishing, light tackle fishing, and artificial lure fishing but sight casting and topwater fishing are popular as well.

How much does a Florida cichlid fishing trip cost?

for cichlid in Florida prices can range anywhere from an affordable $500 to $1,500, but the average price for a half day trip for cichlid in Florida is $739. The average price for a full day trip for cichlid in Florida is $850.

What month is best for cichlid fishing in Florida?

The most popular season for cichlid fishing in Florida is fall, and most anglers book their trips 38 days in advance.

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

If you’re thinking about a saltwater trip, you’re in luck! Our saltwater fishing tours in Florida don’t require you to purchase a fishing license – your group is covered by your boat’s captain. For freshwater trips, you’ll still need to purchase a license. See here for more information on fishing licenses, bag limits, and fishing season regulations in Florida. When in doubt, your fishing guide will always know the right rules and regulations.

Recent Reviews of Captain Experiences

  • ★★★★★
    Had a fantastic trip with Captain John in July of 2023. Went for a morning trip on our honeymoon, caught tons of fish, had a lot of fun. John and his first mate were very competent, personable, and provided an excellent experience. The boat was well outfitted, John knew several spots with lots of fish, and gave us more time than we'd paid for. Great experience, will absolutely book again next time we're in the keys.

    Clare D. with John G. of Key West, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    Awesome trip for my son and me with Jonathan (Jonny). He is a great captain and fishing guide! Looking forward to future trips!

    Gary W. with Jonathan F. of Pompano Beach, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    We enjoyed our fishing trip with Mike. His boat is comfortable, safe and can go in the skinny water. Fishing was off for everyone this afternoon, but Mike worked diligently to produce. We caught a few nice fish and had a wonderful ride on a beautiful day.

    Sharon S. with Mike M. of St. Augustine, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    Had two great days on the water with captain Eric. Even though it was pretty windy Captain Eric put me in fish. Enjoyed the fishing and enjoyed my time on the water with captain Eric. Next time I'm in the Keys I will be looking forward to fishing with Captain Eric.

    Bob M. with Eric S. of Islamorada, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    Very nice trip . I enjoyed it

    Scott S. with Billy P. of Flagler Beach, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    Although it was a slow day of fishing Captain Robbie worked his butt off to find us some speckled trout to eat and lady fish for fun. I highly recommend Captain Robbie to anyone who wants a guide with local knowledge of the area and knows where the best fishing spots are!

    Paul P. with Robert D. of Tarpon Springs, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    Edwin was a great guide! He got us on some good fish for my son and it was a fun trip! I would recommend him to everyone!

    Kelby W. with Edwin E. of Naples, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    Srbo is the best forgot to post fun pics!!!!

    Holly K. with Srbo T. of Daytona Beach, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Hunter was great , knowledgeable, and well disciplined. Weather did not permit a full day so we will plan another trip with Captain Hunter. Thanks John

    John G. with Hunter L. of Key West, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    Excellent service! Will definitely use again. Very knowledgeable about the area and put us in the fish. Loved every minute of it and highly recommended to anyone who wants to go fishing!

    Jonathan L. with Brandon S. of Summerland Key, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    Chris did a great job putting us on the fish. He toikbus to all the hot spots and gave us 4 hours of action packed fishing. Me and my son enjoyed fresh fish immediately after our trip. Great time!

    John C. with Christopher T. of Tampa, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    Very knowledgeable Great job putting us on fish

    Ken L. with Ronald L. of Fort Lauderdale, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    We had an awesome fishing trip with Captain Richie and Mikey! It was our first deep sea fishing experience and one to remember!

    Molly P. with Richie R. of Destin, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    Great 3 hour charter with Captain Jeremy & Hunter! Took my son and two grandsons (8 & almost 6) out. The guys were great and removed the fish from our lines and baited our hooks. We caught about 60 Grey Snappers, a few Puffer Fish and a few Sea Bass! Overall a great day! Going again at the end of the month with my daughter & son-in-law! Highly recommend these guys. They are great!

    Stephen M. with Carlos B. of Holiday, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    Great time

    Leo M. with Antonio E. of Key West, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    We had an amazing time with Aaron! He had a great personality, which made it a very enjoyable experience! We booked the 8am charter and had a beautiful day! Aaron made sure that we all caught fish and was very accommodating rigging up our lines. I would highly recommend booking with Aaron at Top Notch Adventures! Thanks, Aaron!

    Brenda W. with Aaron H. of Port Orange, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    Rod was drip!

    Quinton S. with Rob J. of Fort Myers Beach, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    We had an amazing time with Aaron! He had a great personality, which made it a very enjoyable experience! We did the 8am charter and had a beautiful day. Aaron made sure that we all caught fish and was very accommodating rigging up our lines. I would highly recommend booking with Aaron at Top Notch Adventures! Thanks Aaron! 😉

    Brenda W. with Aaron H. of Port Orange, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    We had an amazing time with Aaron! He had a great personality, which made it a very enjoyable experience! We did the 8am charter and had a beautiful day. Aaron made sure that we all caught fish and was very accommodating rigging up our lines. I would highly recommend booking with Aaron at Top Notch Adventures! Thanks Aaron! 😉

    Brenda W. with Aaron H. of Port Orange, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    Thanks, Jonathan! It was a great experience for me (although seasickness played a part in our trip!!) and my grandson. He definitely wants to do it again with you next year and we already booked our condo so we'll see you next year. By the way, we cooked some of the fish and let's just say, DELISH!! Thanks again, Terry & Max

    Terry B. with Alex S. of Clearwater, Florida

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