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Big Catch Adventure!

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Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in Fort Lauderdale

Sea Monster Catch Adventure

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33 ft 1 - 12 People From $900
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Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in Fort Lauderdale

Full Day Trolling Fun- 45'

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45 ft 1 - 6 People From $2,000
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Day Or Night Swordfish- 45'

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45 ft 1 - 6 People From $2,500
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Florida Fishing Spectacular- 45'

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River, Lake Fishing in Fort Lauderdale

South Florida Everglades Fishing!

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Weekend Shoreline Peacock Bass

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Everglades Experience

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Everything to Know About Booking a Fort Lauderdale live bait fishing charter

What are the best live bait fishing charters in Fort Lauderdale?

The best live bait fishing charters in Fort Lauderdale are:

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

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 96 live bait fishing trips in Fort Lauderdale, and the most popular trips in the area are Big Catch Adventure! guided by Mike, Sea Monster Catch Adventure guided by Mike, and Full Day Trolling Fun- 45' guided by Taco.

Our guides in Fort Lauderdale are rated a 4.82 out of 5 based on 9337 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 live bait fishing guides / fishing lessons in Fort Lauderdale? Check out our beginner and family friendly live bait fishing guides in Fort Lauderdale.

What types of live bait fishing charters are common in Fort Lauderdale?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing for live bait fishing in Fort Lauderdale as well as nearshore fishing, lake fishing, and river fishing.

The most commonly sought after species for live bait fishing in Fort Lauderdale are: 1. sailfish, 2. mahi mahi, 3. kingfish, 4. wahoo, and 5. blackfin tuna.

How much do Fort Lauderdale live bait fishing charters cost?

Prices for live bait fishing in Fort Lauderdale can range anywhere from about $700 to $3,400, but the average price for a half day trip for live bait fishing in Fort Lauderdale is $1,341. The average price for a full day trip for live bait fishing in Fort Lauderdale is $2,404.

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 live bait fishing charter in Fort Lauderdale?

The most popular season to go on a live bait fishing charter in Fort Lauderdale is spring, and most anglers book their trips 8 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 guide will always know all the relevant rules and regulations in Fort Lauderdale.

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Kenny and Joey are the true salty gents of Florida fishing. They know the reefs, wrecks, fish, bait, rigs, locations, tides and currents to get hooked up. I wouldn't use the Captains Charter to book them again because of the hidden charges. Tight lines!!!

    Rob W. | September 12, 2026

    Trip: Sport Fishing Pompano Beach

  • ★★★★★
    Sean was an amazing captain. He was very professional right from the beginning. I texted him a couple times before I even got to Fort Lauderdale and he responded very quickly. The day of our fishing trip he communicated with us even before getting there. He knew there was going to be bad weather so he decided to add another hour to our trip to go to a further place that wasn't going to be affected by the weather. He was patient and kind when we would make mistakes in throwing our line and snagging our hooks. I would highly recommend Sean he is the best!

    Armie A. | September 2, 2026

    Trip: Everglades Experience

  • ★★★★★
    Jose is absolutely amazing ! Made sure we got on peacock bass even with it being slow !

    Cody A. | September 1, 2026

    Trip: Cast And Blast Combo!

  • ★★★★★
    Ryan was our Captain for the day. He tried his best but no luck. The seaweed didn’t help. We had a couple bites on live bait but they avoided the hook. Maybe next time.

    John D. | August 25, 2026

    Trip: #1 Offshore Charter

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great time!!! Would book again!!

    Julia A. | August 12, 2026

    Trip: Fort Lauderdale Fishing Trip

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