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Everything to Know About Booking a Fort Lauderdale bottom fishing charter

Why should I book a bottom fishing charter in Fort Lauderdale with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 84 bottom fishing trips in Fort Lauderdale, and the most popular trips in the area are 10 Hour Trip – Run N’ Gun guided by Colton, 6-Hour Sportfishing Charter guided by Will, and Big Game Fishing In Fort Lauderdale guided by Mike.

Our guides in Fort Lauderdale are rated a 4.85 out of 5 based on 5988 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 Fort Lauderdale? Check out our beginner and family friendly bottom fishing guides in Fort Lauderdale.

What types of bottom fishing charters are common in Fort Lauderdale?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing for bottom fishing in Fort Lauderdale as well as nearshore fishing and inshore fishing.

The most commonly sought after species for bottom fishing in Fort Lauderdale are: 1. mahi mahi, 2. sailfish, 3. kingfish, 4. mutton snapper, and 5. wahoo.

How much do Fort Lauderdale bottom fishing charters cost?

Prices for bottom fishing in Fort Lauderdale can range anywhere from about $875 to $4,470, but the average price for a half day trip for bottom fishing in Fort Lauderdale is $1,720. The average price for a full day trip for bottom fishing in Fort Lauderdale is $2,962.

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 Fort Lauderdale?

The most popular season to go on a bottom fishing charter in Fort Lauderdale is spring, and most anglers book their trips 24 days in advance.

Do I need a Fort Lauderdale fishing license and what are the bag limits in Fort Lauderdale?

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

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    We had such a great time on this charter! Captain Nelson and his mate Jordan delivered an A+ experience. We are on a business trip and we did this as a team building exercise. All of us caught fish and enjoyed the time! Would highly recommend!

    Tyler H. | November 4, 2025

    Trip: Morning Half Day 60' Hatteras

  • ★★★★★
    Best fishing trip in miami! Great guide, really knowledgeable, ton of fun.

    Gary M. | November 2, 2025

    Trip: South Florida Inshore Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Gavin is a 10 out of 10… Best day ever… So great with the kids… Super professional and excellent temperament! We really enjoyed it.

    Chase B. | October 12, 2025

    Trip: Offshore Reefs And More

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Jorge was great. We unfortunately went out at a slow time of year and the fishing that day wasn't the best. We still managed to catch a few and Jorge worked hard to make sure we all got a fish. Also a knowledgeable and cool guy all around, would definitely go out again!

    Nils B. | September 17, 2025

    Trip: 3/4 Day Trip Miami

  • ★★★★★
    We had an amazing time with Captain Nelson durting our five hour deep sea fishing trip in September of 2025. The boat is large and steady in the open water which helped us landcrabs to keep our breakfast within. I certainly recommend Captain Nelson and will use his services again, for a longer trip, in the spring.

    Anders L. | September 14, 2025

    Trip: Morning Half Day 60' Hatteras

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