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Everything to Know About Booking a Fort Myers permit fishing charter

Why should I book a permit fishing charter in Fort Myers with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 11 permit trip in Fort Myers: Fort Myers/Sanibel Fishing Trip guided by James.

Our guides in Fort Myers are rated a 4.97 out of 5 based on 5110 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 permit guides / fishing lessons in Fort Myers? Check out our beginner and family friendly permit guides in Fort Myers.

What types of permit fishing charters are common in Fort Myers?

Inshore fishing is the most popular type of fishing for permit in Fort Myers as well as flats fishing and nearshore fishing.

The most common fishing techniques in Fort Myers are artificial lure fishing, live bait fishing, and light tackle fishing but bottom fishing and fly fishing are popular as well.

How much do Fort Myers permit fishing charters cost?

Prices for permit in Fort Myers can range anywhere from about $550 to $3,000, but the average price for a half day trip for permit in Fort Myers is $817. The average price for a full day trip for permit in Fort Myers is $1,871.

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 permit fishing in Fort Myers?

The most popular season for permit fishing in Fort Myers is spring, and most anglers book their trips 15 days in advance.

Do I need a Fort Myers fishing license for permit and what are the bag limits for permit in Fort Myers?

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

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Had a blast, Billy took care of us, taught us how to fish and we caught more than we expected. A ton of fun.

    Andrew M. | June 5, 2025

    Trip: Inshore Bay/flats

  • ★★★★★
    We had a fantastic day fishing with Captain Justin. He was helpful and knowledgeable. We enjoyed his company and appreciated his expertise. We will be booking again the next time we are in the Fort Myers area.

    Tracie S. | April 1, 2025

    Trip: Inshore Insanity Ft Myers Beach

  • ★★★★★
    Great time with Billy today (3/24/25). He went out of his way to make the kids smile! Much appreciated sir

    Brent T. | March 24, 2025

    Trip: Inshore Bay/flats

  • ★★★★★
    Great day. Recommend Justin and will use him on future trips.

    Sean V. | March 24, 2025

    Trip: Inshore Insanity Ft Myers Beach

  • ★★★★★
    James was great and put us on the fish right away. Knowledgeable and friendly, our family had a great time.

    Brandon C. | March 21, 2025

    Trip: Fort Myers/Sanibel Fishing Trip

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