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Ft. Lauderdale Quick Trips

NEW Guided by Vinnie
43 ft 1 - 6 People From $600
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River, Lake Fishing Trip in Fort Lauderdale

Everglades For Peacock Bass

100% (1) Guided by Johnny
18 ft 1 - 3 People From $500
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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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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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Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Fort Lauderdale

Prime Time Ultimate Fishing Trip

NEW Guided by Dave
52 ft 1 - 6 People From $875
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Peacock Bass & Snakehead Combo!

100% (29) Guided by Justin
17 ft 1 - 3 People From $900
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100% (2) Guided by Mike
37 ft 1 - 12 People From $800
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Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Fort Lauderdale

4 Hour Fort Lauderdale Offshore

NEW Guided by Xavier
25 ft 1 - 8 People From $600
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River Fishing Trip in Fort Lauderdale

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100% (29) Guided by Justin
17 ft 1 - 3 People From $550
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Deep Sea Fishing Charter in Fort Lauderdale

Deep Sea Ft. Lauderdale 46'

100% (1) Guided by JJ
46 ft 1 - 6 People From $875
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Deep Sea Fishing Charter in Fort Lauderdale

4 Hour Offshore

100% (5) Guided by Christopher
41 ft 1 - 12 People From $875
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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 156 live bait fishing trips in Fort Lauderdale, and the most popular trips in the area are Ft. Lauderdale Quick Trips guided by , Fort Lauderdale Snook and Tarpon guided by , and Everglades for Peacock Bass guided by .

Our guides in Fort Lauderdale are rated a 4.85 out of 5 based on 4364 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. mahi mahi, 2. kingfish, 3. sailfish, 4. mutton snapper, and 5. wahoo.

How much do Fort Lauderdale live bait fishing charters cost?

Prices for live bait fishing in Fort Lauderdale can range anywhere from about $650 to $3,750, but the average price for a half day trip for live bait fishing in Fort Lauderdale is $1,371. The average price for a full day trip for live bait fishing in Fort Lauderdale is $2,936.

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

  • ★★★★★
    An absolutely amazing experience. I would highly reccomended booking with captain Brian. He was very helpful, kept our hooks baited the entire time and got us right on the fish. Now, my father can finally check “catching a peacock bass” off the bucket list!

    Matthew C. | April 15, 2025

    Trip: Peacock Bass Trophy Hunt

  • ★★★★★
    We had an absolutely amazing time fishing with Brian. It was a tough day fishing, but Brian worked to help put us on some fish. He was a pleasure to fish with, and was very personable to the members of our group. I would definitely recommend Brian as a charter guide down in South Florida looking for peacock bass. What an incredible day on the water, and Brian helped ensure we'd remember the day together!

    Tony H. | April 6, 2025

    Trip: Peacock Bass Trophy Hunt

  • ★★★★★
    Matt did a great job on our 1/2 day trip. Knowledgeable, and personable. Exactly what you'd want from a guide. Well done Matt!

    Bret B. | March 26, 2025

    Trip: 4 hr AM Exotics

  • ★★★★★
    Awesome and once in a lifetime. Mark and his crew were SO much fun and we got more than we bargained for. Mark put us on the fish when nobody near us were catching anything. Hopefully if we vacation in Fort Lauderdale again, he’s still doing charters!

    Charlie G. | March 24, 2025

    Trip: Nearshore/Offshore Sportfishing

  • ★★★★★
    Great trip! Lots of excitement and caught a sailfish!

    Bill B. | March 23, 2025

    Trip: Unforgettable Day Offshore

  • ★★★★★
    This was an unforgettable experience! The captain and first Mate were nothing but accommodating. It will be an experience we will never forget!

    Carly H. | March 20, 2025

    Trip: Morning half 60' Hatteras

  • ★★★★★
    What a great experience. I caught a trophy 55 inch Cobia. WOW

    Dave D. | March 20, 2025

    Trip: All day exclusive trip

  • ★★★★★
    An absolute great trip with a great guy that knows what he is doing !

    Jim K. | March 19, 2025

    Trip: 4 hr AM Exotics

  • ★★★★★
    We had an excellent day with Justin. Our target species was Peacock Bass and as promised, Justin delivered. Both of us were novices to fly fishing but Justin was patient and coached us to ensure we were landing fish, and we did!! All day long. Great time. We are looking to coming back next year and hooking up with Justin.

    Robert D. | March 19, 2025

    Trip: Peacock Bass: Fly or Spin

  • ★★★★★
    Jonathan works hard to put you on the fish. Professional attitude and very friendly.

    Robert W. | March 17, 2025

    Trip: Inshore Florida Fish Frenzy!

  • ★★★★★
    Had a great time night fishing! Captain Anthony and his first mate were awesome! Great guys was an awesome time!

    Richard C. | March 17, 2025

    Trip: Night Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Great guide great gear tackle Excellent grilled sausage cooked for us while we fished. First Class

    Christian M. | March 15, 2025

    Trip: Miami sport fishing 🎣

  • ★★★★★
    Eric was amazing! He is personable, knowledgeable and fun. He helped make this birthday surprise for my fiancé magnificent. We will be coming to see him every year.

    Gisell M. | March 13, 2025

    Trip: Offshore Sport Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Great trip. Our captain was most accommodating & patient with children!

    Heather A. | March 11, 2025

    Trip: Inshore Florida Fish Frenzy!

  • ★★★★★
    Fricken Awesome day Fish don’t have watch’s but they put us in the right place . And he showed up

    Brian W. | March 9, 2025

    Trip: Catch Sharks off Fort Lauderdale

  • ★★★★★
    Great trip can’t make the fish bite we went out specially for sails and it just wasn’t happening Chris and Tony changed gears and put us on fish. Clean boat good gear knowledge.

    Ian L. | March 3, 2025

    Trip: 6 Hour PM Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Fishing with Anthony was fantastic! Outgoing, super friendly and professional. He went above and beyond to make sure my son and I had the absolute best experience possible. 5 stars 🌟. I definitely recommend booking with Anthony. Thanks Anthony…if we’re ever back in Miami we will for sure book with you again.

    Brian E. | February 23, 2025

    Trip: Night Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Had a great time with the Hooked Up team. Captain worked hard to put us on fish and made the trip fun for my 7 year old as well. Can't wait to fish with them again!!!

    Dan M. | February 20, 2025

    Trip: Full Day Trolling - 41’ Custom

  • ★★★★★
    My son and I had a great time inshore fishing with captain Anthony. He immediately put us on a few epic tarpon, wow what an amazing experience!! He knows all the great spots to fish. We caught Jack Crevalle, snapper, shark, tarpon and a few others. Anthony is super friendly and ensures you are well taken care of and have a great time. I highly recommend using him as your Miami fishing guide. I will book him next time we are in Miami.

    Shad P. | February 15, 2025

    Trip: Day Trip (reef, offshore, inshore)

  • ★★★★★
    Alek is fantastic! He works hard to find fish and is very knowledgeable about the region and fishery. Ask him questions. You wont be disappointed. Great day on the water!

    Bradley F. | February 15, 2025

    Trip: Miami sport fishing 🎣

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