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Recently Booked Gag Grouper Fishing Charters In Florida

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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Deep Sea, Nearshore in Destin

Trolling / Reef Fishing 31

100% (12) Guided by Jeff
31 ft 1 - 12 People From $1,159
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Nearshore Fishing in Naval Air Station Key West

Nearshore 4-8 Hour

NEW Guided by Hugh
34 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,100
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea Fishing in Fort Walton Beach

Bad-to-the-Bone Full Day Trip

100% (3) Guided by Justin
34 ft 1 - 6 People From $3,200
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea Fishing in Santa Rosa Beach

Into The Deep: Destin Offshore

100% (10) Guided by Nick
31 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,200
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea Fishing in Marathon

Offshore Fishing

100% (3) Guided by Aaron
33 ft 1 - 12 People From $1,150
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in Panama City Beach

8-Hour Offshore Fishing

100% (26) Guided by Max
28 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,600
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore Fishing in Holmes Beach

Holmes Beach Reef Trip

100% (14) Guided by Taylor
24 ft 1 - 6 People From $920
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in Destin

SUMMER Private Deep Sea Fishing 64'

100% (5) Guided by Tony
64 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,300
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Nearshore Fishing in Belleair Bluffs

6 Hour Trip

100% (4) Guided by Matt
29 ft 1 - 8 People From $760
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in Lantana

Epic Offshore

100% (2) Guided by Christian
28 ft 1 - 6 People From $550
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea Fishing in Destin

The Ole Destin Special

100% (26) Managed by Eric
41 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,800
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore Fishing in Ruskin

Tampa Bay Backcountry Trip

NEW Guided by TJ
22 ft 1 - 4 People From $600
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Everything to Know About Booking a Florida gag grouper fishing charter

Why should I book a gag grouper fishing charter in Florida with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 85 gag grouper trips in Florida, and the most popular trips in the area are Trolling / Reef Fishing 31 guided by Jeff, Nearshore 4-8 Hour guided by Hugh, and Bad-to-the-Bone Full Day Trip guided by Justin.

Our guides in Florida are rated a 4.95 out of 5 based on 5957 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 gag grouper guides / fishing lessons in Florida? Check out our beginner and family friendly gag grouper guides in Florida.

What types of gag grouper fishing charters are common in Florida?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing for gag grouper in Florida as well as nearshore fishing, inshore fishing, and flats fishing.

The most common fishing techniques in Florida are bottom fishing, trolling, and light tackle fishing but live bait fishing and heavy tackle fishing are popular as well.

How much do Florida gag grouper fishing charters cost?

Prices for gag grouper in Florida can range anywhere from about $798 to $4,160, but the average price for a half day trip for gag grouper in Florida is $1,385. The average price for a full day trip for gag grouper in Florida is $3,035.

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 gag grouper fishing in Florida?

The most popular season for gag grouper fishing in Florida is summer, and most anglers book their trips 36 days in advance.

Do I need a Florida fishing license for gag grouper and what are the bag limits for gag grouper in Florida?

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

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Cliff and his mate Austin were incredible! Such great guys. We had a great day, caught lots of fish and enjoyed a great day on the water. Would definitely fish with them again!

    Brent L. | November 2, 2025

    Trip: Destin Deep Sea Adventure

  • ★★★★★
    Excellent day on the water with Logan and Austin. We will enjoy another day on the water with Logan and Austin in the spring. Both knowledgeable fishermen and great people.

    Earl S. | November 1, 2025

    Trip: 4 - 8 Hour Trips With Capt. Logan

  • ★★★★★
    Chris was outstanding as a captain. Aside from is plentiful fishing knowledge and keeping us on bites all day long he was good to talk to and kept us on the fish the entire time we were out there. Even with a shorter half day trip Chris made sure to get us as much fish as possible in the shortened amount of time. The boat was very well kept and gave us many pointers as to how to prepare and cook the fish we caught. Would definitely recommend and hope to be back very soon!

    Adam T. | October 13, 2025

    Trip: Reef, Wreck, And Patch Reef Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Knowledgeable and attentive. Would retain him again

    Brent S. | October 6, 2025

    Trip: Day Trips

  • ★★★★★
    Greg and Rob are awesome guys. Super knowledgeable and great guides. We had an awesome time!

    Sal D. | October 4, 2025

    Trip: St. Pete Offshore Experience

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