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Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Fort Lauderdale

Ft. Lauderdale Quick Trips

NEW Guided by Vinnie
43 ft 1 - 6 People From $550
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore, River Fishing Charter in Fort Lauderdale

Peacock Bass: Fly Or Spin

100% (20) Guided by Justin
17 ft 1 - 3 People From $550
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Fort Lauderdale

Unforgettable Day Offshore

100% (16) Managed by Tim
45 ft 1 - 6 People From $850
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Flats Fishing Charter in Fort Lauderdale

Fort Lauderdale Snook And Tarpon

80% (5) Guided by Brett
22 ft 1 - 3 People From $600
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Fort Lauderdale

Sea Monster Catch Adventure

100% (1) Guided by Mike
32 ft 1 - 12 People From $725
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Fort Lauderdale

Big Catch Adventure!

100% (1) Guided by Mike
37 ft 1 - 12 People From $750
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Lake Fishing Trip in Fort Lauderdale

Shoreline Peacock Bass Fishing - Weekdays

100% (8) Guided by Ronald
1 - 4 People From $200
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Jetty, Flats Fishing Charter in Fort Lauderdale

Night Time Inshore Tarpon & Snook

100% (3) Guided by Dennis
18 ft 1 - 4 People From $600
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Fort Lauderdale

Catch Sharks Off Fort Lauderdale

100% (1) Guided by Mike
37 ft 1 - 12 People From $800
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

Inshore, River, Lake Fishing Charter in Fort Lauderdale

Everglades Peacock Bass/Largemouth

100% (8) Guided by Roy
20 ft 1 - 6 People From $550
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Deep Sea, Nearshore, Jetty Fishing Charter in Fort Lauderdale

Florida Fishing Fun!

100% (2) Guided by Taylor
28 ft 1 - 4 People From $600
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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 146 live bait fishing trips in Fort Lauderdale, and the most popular trips in the area are Peacock Bass: Fly or Spin guided by Justin, Ft. Lauderdale Quick Trips guided by Vinnie, and Sea Monster Catch Adventure guided by Mike.

Our guides in Fort Lauderdale are rated a 4.84 out of 5 based on 3806 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, inshore fishing, and lake fishing.

The most commonly sought after species for live bait fishing in Fort Lauderdale are: 1. mahi mahi, 2. kingfish, 3. sailfish, 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 $7,110, but the average price for a half day trip for live bait fishing in Fort Lauderdale is $1,931. The average price for a full day trip for live bait fishing in Fort Lauderdale is $3,996.

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 18 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

  • ★★★★★
    Had a super great time fishing with Ron! He is very knowledgeable about the area and had me catching peacock and largemouth bass consistently the entire time!! In 2 hours I eaily brought in 20 fish altogether!

    Gavin F. | December 18, 2024

    Trip: Shoreline Peacock Bass Fishing - weekdays

  • ★★★★★
    Christopher was the best Captain we could dream of. Knowledgeable, reliable, extremely nice. The 4 boys had a blast and caught a crazy amount of fish! Experience to be renewed! Merci

    Sophie T. | December 14, 2024

    Trip: South Florida Inshore fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Was in town for Thanksgiving with the fam and had an awesome time out with Capt. Ricky. The boat is super spacious, dry, comfortable, and fast and Capt uses nothing but top of the line tackle. We caught some nice wahoo on the troll that made for awesome sashimi, ceviche, and fish tacos back home. We also came across some floating debris and pitched baits at some Tripletail. They were super picky but Richard and Elliott knew how to make em eat! Thanks guys, will be back soon. – Jonathan with Captain Experiences

    Jonathan N. | December 9, 2024

    Trip: Reel Rush Lauderdale Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    My family and I had an epic day with Taco! Taco and his mate were super welcoming as we jumped on board, and it was clear he runs a super clean and well maintained sportfish. We were on fish in no time with my brother-in-law fighting the fish of his life, a giant Amberjack! From there, we spread the kites and caught mahi, bonita, and a beautiful sailfish. Whole fam had a blast and Taco stole the show, we'll be back! – Jonathan with Captain Experiences

    Jonathan N. | December 9, 2024

    Trip: Florida Fishing Spectacular

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Jim was fantastic. From the start, our communication was quick and easy. He prepared us with what to expect and what the game plan would be for the day. Upon arrival, Captain Jim immediately welcomed us and briefed us on the safety protocols. Once we were out in the ocean trolling, he monitored and prepared all of the lines while entertaining us and feeding us with endless information. Once the fish was on, he coached us through the reel-in process and expertly removed the fish from the line, and encouraged all of us to take a photo with the fish. We would certainly recommend Captain Jim and we will be re-booking with him in the near future!

    Lauren V. | December 9, 2024

    Trip: 4 Hours Offshore Fishing Charter

  • ★★★★★
    If you’re looking for the real Florida deal, Mark’s the man. He’s got more years of experience than anyone out there, an incredible the likes of which no other charter is using, and the know how to make sure that if there’s something in the water, you’ll catch it. GetEmOn!

    Anton R. | December 3, 2024

    Trip: Nearshore/Offshore Sportfishing

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Brad and Eddie were fantastic. Very knowledgeable and was a great day.

    Brian C. | December 1, 2024

    Trip: #1 Offshore Charter

  • ★★★★★
    The captain did his best to help us catch fish. As a result, the two of us were able to catch more than 15 fish.

    Koji S. | November 30, 2024

    Trip: Sportfishing Miami

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Dennis is a Silver King master. Fishing with him is an adventure. He made us feel like more like friends than clients and did a great job teaching us how it's done.

    Thomas H. | November 28, 2024

    Trip: Night Time Inshore Tarpon & Snook

  • ★★★★★
    John is the man, and Kevin his partner is a great guy. Would highly recommend.

    Benjamin H. | November 24, 2024

    Trip: Everglades Gigging

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Mark suited our group greatly. He and Tyler worked extremely hard to try and catch some fish and succeeded. We caught some fish and had a great time. Would use them again.

    Mike L. | November 15, 2024

    Trip: Nearshore/Offshore Sportfishing

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Bryan took my sons and I out on a beautiful day through the Haulover Inlet, which was so much fun. we trolled we bought fished we kite fished… We caught sharks, mahi, mahi, and blackfin tuna! Captain Bryan brought his cool little dog along, and we all had a great day!

    John H. | November 11, 2024

    Trip: 4 hr Offshore Big Game Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Chris is an awesome guide. Real Miami native who knows the bay better than anyone. He really cares about fishing and he is not on a hard "trip ending" time. Chris also suggested some local Miami restaurants and took us there after our trip. A certified damn good guide in my book.

    Hollis B. | November 4, 2024

    Trip: South Florida Inshore fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Fun day on the water, captain worked hard and was very knowledgeable. Would go again.

    John G. | November 2, 2024

    Trip: Sea Monster Catch Adventure

  • ★★★★★
    He was great. Food was great. Fishing was fun. I would go again for sure

    Marc A. | November 1, 2024

    Trip: Peacock Bass: Fly or Spin

  • ★★★★★
    Jonathan was a great captain. Will go back again definitely.

    Brent S. | October 27, 2024

    Trip: Florida gar

  • ★★★★★
    Great experience. Sympatic guys. I can only recommend

    Vejvar M. | October 17, 2024

    Trip: 4 hr Offshore Big Game Trip

  • ★★★★★
    We had a wonderful time with Edmond. He was very prepared for the trip and he did his best to make sure we had every opportunity to catch fish. The bite was tough to get today and we had a few hits that slipped the hook. The weather was perfect and we enjoyed ourselves. I would go with him again.

    Robert K. | October 15, 2024

    Trip: Pompano Fishing Frenzy

  • ★★★★★
    Capt Brian was fantastic. I took my two boys and we caught fish all day. Five different species of fish including 2 big clown knife fish. Capt was professional, knowledgeable and had everything we needed on the boat for a great day of fishing. I strongly recommend Capt Brian for a great day on the water.

    Stephen P. | October 14, 2024

    Trip: Peacock Bass Trophy Hunt

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Byran is so fun and so professional in fishing. I love his dog, she went fishing with us and she’s so kind with my kids. We had the best time together! Definitely recommend captain Bryan for your advisor!

    Luxi W. | October 12, 2024

    Trip: 4 hr Offshore Big Game Trip

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