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St. Pete Offshore Experience

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Epic Islamorada Inshore

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Fishing in Clearwater

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Clearwater Offshore Fishing

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Bachelor Party Fishing Fun!

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Fishing in Bradenton Beach

Deep Sea, Flats, Inshore, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Bradenton Beach

The Local Trip

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25 ft 1 - 6 People From $300
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Fishing in Key West

Deep Sea, Inshore, Jetty, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Key West

Key West Offshore Or Inshore

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27 ft 1 - 6 People From $700

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Fishing in Key West
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trip description for Key West "Flex" Sportfishing in Key West

Have you ever wanted to catch that once-in-a-lifetime fish, capture that awe-inspiring sunset, or enjoy an unforgettable day with your family on the water? With Captain John, you can do just that. Spend your half, 3/4, full or extended day trip exploring the beautiful flats around Key West as you chase down tarpon, permit, barracuda, sharks, snappers and more. This back country/flats charter is a popular choice for both longtime anglers and families because of its wide range of fishing opportunities. Hop on the 24' Yellowtail and the highly-rated Captain John will take you where you need to be. Your adventure will begin at the dock as Captain John explains what you can expect on your trip. No detail will be left out or question unanswered in order to make your trip exciting, educational, and memorable. Be sure to bring any beverages or snacks you might need, and Captain John will provide everything else. Read More

Flats, Inshore Fishing Charter in Key West

Key West "Flex" Sportfishing

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24 ft 1 - 4 People From $650
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Fishing in Key West
Fishing in Key West
Fishing in Key West
trip description for Ultimate Action Fishing in Key West in Key West

Experience the "Ultimate Action Fishing" adventure with Captain Nick in the vibrant waters of Key West! This trip is perfect for those seeking a thrilling fishing experience, targeting a wide variety of prized game fish in both deep sea and nearshore environments. Captain Nick will guide you through a diverse range of fishing techniques, including artificial lure fishing, bottom fishing, cut bait fishing, deep dropping, drift fishing, heavy tackle fishing, jigging, kite fishing, light tackle fishing, live bait fishing, and trolling. Your targets for the day will include an impressive list of species such as African Pompano, Amberjack, Barracuda, Blackfin Tuna, Blue Marlin, Cobia, Gag Grouper, Goliath Grouper, Lane Snapper, Lemon Shark, Mahi Mahi, Mangrove Snapper, Mutton Snapper, Red Grouper, Sailfish, Snowy Grouper, Tarpon, Tilefish, Wahoo, and Yellowtail Snapper. You'll be fishing aboard a 33' Center Console boat, designed for the ultimate fishing action. This vessel is fully equipped with top-of-the-line fishing gear and amenities, ensuring a comfortable and productive day on the water. With its spacious deck and powerful engines, the boat is perfect for navigating both deep sea and nearshore waters. Captain Paul provides all the necessary fishing equipment, including rods, reels, tackle, and bait. Just bring your favorite snacks, drinks, sunscreen, and a hat for sun protection. Whether you're an experienced angler or a beginner, Captain Nick's expertise and passion for fishing will ensure you have an unforgettable adventure. Read More

Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Key West

Ultimate Action Fishing In Key West

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33 ft 1 - 4 People From $1,000
Fishing in Key West
Fishing in Key West
Fishing in Key West
trip description for Key West Mixed Bag Trip in Key West

Join Captain Brad on an exciting fishing adventure in Key West, Florida. Captain Brad is extremely friendly and courteous, and wants to help you reel in your personal best! On these 4, 6, and 8-hour adventures, Captain Brad will help you catch a variety of species, including Mahi Mahi / Dorado, Black Grouper, Goliath Grouper, Red Grouper, King Mackerel / Kingfish, Sailfish, Red Snapper (depending on the season), Yellowtail Snapper, and Wahoo. You’ll be fishing aboard Capt. Brad’s 43-foot sportfisher which is equipped with a large fishing cockpit, a functioning Tuna Tower, and an extra-large live well capacity. On this trip, Captain Brad emphasizes light tackle but is more than happy to accommodate for live bait slow trolling, reef & wreck, dead bait trolling, kite fishing, and blue water fly fishing. Captain Brad will provide Penn, Shimano, and Daiwa rods, reels, tackle, and lures. They will also provide live bait, drinks, fly fishing equipment, and fish cleaning/filleting at no extra cost. A first mate will be on board to help you at all times. Make sure you bring a hat, sunscreen, and some food/snacks for the day! The crew is excited to give you a great fishing trip – it doesn’t matter if you’ve fished a hundred times or whether this is your first time taking the family fishing – there’s something for everyone to enjoy! Read More

Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Key West

Key West Mixed Bag Trip

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43 ft 1 - 6 People From $850
Fishing in Key West
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trip description for Key West Sportfishing Adventure in Key West

If you're looking for world-class sportfishing in one of America's most beautiful locations, then this trip just might be your ticket. This trip will allow you to chase a variety of prized sportfish species, from the ultimate heavyweight, the Goliath Grouper, to lightning-fast fish such as Mahi Mahi, King Mackerel, Yellowfin Tuna, Wahoo, Sailfish and others. The species will vary depending on the length of your trip; if you're interested in Sailfish and Wahoo, opt for the longer trip so that you can get out into deeper waters. Nearshore, there's also opportunities to hook up Blacktip Sharks! When these aggressive fish grab the hook, get ready for the fight of your life! You'll be in experienced and professional hands aboard Captain Gil's 34' Crusader sportfisher. This boat is a perfect balance of speed, performance, and comfort that's ideal for offshore fishing. With a 375 HP Caterpillar engine, you won't have to cruise for long before you reach the prime fishing grounds and start haulin' 'em in. On the way, watch the trolling lines for bites from Mahi. Your Captain will be prepared with everything you need for a blue-ribbon day, including top-of-the line rods, reels, bait, tackle, and most importantly, his years of experience hunting champion pelagic predators. To make the most of your experience on the water, make sure to bring polarized sunglasses, proper clothing, hat, and sunscreen. Get ready to have a blast! Read More

Nearshore Fishing Charter in Key West

Key West Sportfishing Adventure

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34 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,050
Fishing in Miami Beach
Fishing in Miami Beach
Fishing in Miami Beach
trip description for Miami Offshore Trolling Fun! in Miami Beach

The Captain and Mate will provide you with top quality fishing equipment including conventional and spinning tackle ranging from 10 to 130 lb class. When it comes to cleaning and filleting the catch. Crew members will kindly bag and ice desired fish wanted, so a 20 % gratuity would be appreciated and split among themselves. We are very child friendly, so don't hesitate to bring your little ones along. Read More

Deep Sea, Inshore, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Miami Beach

Miami Offshore Trolling Fun!

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57 ft 1 - 24 People From $850
Fishing in Clearwater
Fishing in Clearwater
Fishing in Clearwater
trip description for Clearwater Mixed Bag Trip in Clearwater

Head out with Captain Gage for the perfect day out on the beautiful Florida waters. Whether you're looking for a 4 hour near-shore trip, a 12 hour off-shore trip, or anything in between, Captain Gage will put you where you need to be! Enjoy bottom fishing reefs for Red Snappers, Gag Groupers, Red Grouper and more. Or relax and let Captain Gage and his 27' Grady White take control to do some nearshore trolling and chase the coveted King Mackerel. All you have to do is let Captain Gage know which species you want to target, and he can make it happen! His boat comes loaded with all the gear you could possibly need for a successful day out on the water including all the rods, reels, tackle, bait and fishing licenses. So all you have to do is bring your favorite snack and drinks, your sun protection, and your camera and Captain Gage will take care of the rest! Read More

Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Clearwater

Clearwater Mixed Bag Trip

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27 ft 1 - 6 People From $750
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Everything to Know About Booking a Florida goliath grouper fishing charter

What are the best goliath grouper fishing charters in Florida?

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

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 127 goliath grouper trips in Florida, and the most popular trips in the area are St. Pete Offshore Experience guided by Greg, Epic Islamorada Inshore guided by Ron, and Clearwater offshore fishing guided by Brad.

Our guides in Florida are rated a 4.94 out of 5 based on 3305 verified reviews on Captain Experiences.

All guides on Captain Experiences are licensed, insured, and 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 goliath grouper guides / fishing lessons in Florida? Check out our beginner and family friendly goliath grouper guides in Florida.

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

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

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

How much do Florida goliath grouper fishing charters cost?

Prices for goliath grouper in Florida can range anywhere from about $700 to $3,500, but the average price for a half day trip for goliath grouper in Florida is $1,151. The average price for a full day trip for goliath grouper in Florida is $2,077.

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 goliath grouper fishing in Florida?

The most popular season for goliath grouper fishing in Florida is summer, and most anglers book their trips 21 days in advance.

Do I need a Florida fishing license for goliath grouper and what are the bag limits for goliath 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 of Captain Experiences

  • ★★★★★
    The fish hawk was an outstanding charter and Captain Brian and mate were very professional and worked hard to fill the fish box. As soon as the bite slowed on a spot, we packed up and headed to another spot. We caught fish all day long. We had 6 people fishing on the boat and I know that takes a lot of effort from the crew and they both helped all day long baiting hooks, taking fish off, and tying lines,,,,I highly recommend them and wil no doubt book again with these guys

    Tim H. with Ron F. of St. Petersburg, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    Guys were awesome !! They were all ready to go when I got to the boat Tony and Tony Sr absolute gentlemen and worked very hard and got me mahi, tuna, and barracudas definitely go out with again

    Paul M. with Antonio E. of Key West, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    We had an absolutely amazing time deep sea fishing with Captain Anthony! He is a fun and knowledgeable fisherman with LOTS of experience and great stories (ask him about how he’d dive for lobsters to impress his dates). He does all the work but lets you learn and participate as much or as little as you want. We knew we had an expert when we heard the radio chatter of all the other guides complaining that nothing was biting, while we pulled in six (only four mahi in pic). The other two were a small tuna and a ~32” barracuda). We highly recommend Kilo Whiskey Charter & Captain Anthony!

    Dan W. with Anthony D. of Key West, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Greg put us on the fish all day and we had a great time!

    Adrian W. with Greg M. of St. Petersburg, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    Absolutely the highlight of our trip. Mike and his crew were fantastic teachers, patient and focused on helping all of us catch terrific fish. They are great with kids of all ages - 5 years to 16 years. Everyone had a great time and we caught a lot of fish.

    Vicki L. with Mike W. of Stock Island, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    Absolutely will be back. Super day out catching fish. Great crew, great boat. The day went way too fast!

    Brian M. with Brad D. of Clearwater, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    The trip was an incredible and unique experience. The boat was clean and well maintained and Capt Robert was great! He worked hard to make sure we got some fish to take home and taught us fresh water fisherman a thing or 2 about ocean fishing. Absolutely recommend.

    Charles A. with Robert J. of Destin, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Tony was great. We'd definitely book again.

    Houston H. with Antonio E. of Key West, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great time with our guides. They were easy going and very accommodating. We caught a variety of different fish. I would for sure go out with these guys again.

    Tori S. with Brad D. of Clearwater, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    Terrific service and experience with Captain Tim. Ans Nick. Will definitely recommend to others.

    Jorge C. with Tim M. of Fort Lauderdale, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    It was a great trip. My friend and I took our dad's out for Father's Day and we were able to get into a lot of meat fish, and a shark as well. Awesome trip, I would recommend it to others!

    Ethan S. with Brad D. of Clearwater, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great time fishing! Both the captain and mate were very friendly. They got us on some fish, so that made the whole thing worth while. Thanks again!

    Jason C. with Tim M. of Fort Lauderdale, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great trip with David. He arrived at the dock on time ready to go. He's got a nice, open, boat with a center console so it was easy to move around. We moved around the inter coastal area between Anna Maria and Long Boat fishing for snook, red fish, and trout. Anytime we weren't getting bites we'd move. David worked very hard to keep all of us in fresh bait, and good locations. He knew a ton about the local fish, currents, depths, and regulations. We also got to see several manatees which was such a lovely bonus! When my son hooked a big red fish David gave him great guidance to help him bring it in. He was easy to talk to and we are already recommending him to our friends. We will definitely book again next time we're in the area.

    Rey S. with David B. of Bradenton Beach, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    My wife and I did a mix of reef fishing and offshore fishing to make an 8 hour trip. The bite was spotty at times, but we found a few schools of mahi mahi and were able to catch several of them throughout the day! We only had one keeper size, but it was very exciting to get into them and watch them hit our baits. Captain Steve and first mate Mike worked nonstop to get us into more fish. They can’t control if the fish will bite, but they certainly gave it their best effort. They also had great hospitality and offered plenty of fun stories and advice. We took our fresh catch to Lazy Days that evening and had an incredible dinner.

    Cooper S. with Steve S. of Marathon, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    The family had an absolutely phenomenal time with Captain Mike and his crew. We caught plenty of fish. The crew was very helpful to the family. The boat was great. I will 100% recommend them to anyone looking for a great trip.

    Tommy L. with Mike W. of Stock Island, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    I have gone on many fishing charters, and this was one of the best. They put us on a lot of fish,definitely worth it!!

    Mark B. with Harold S. of Destin, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Brad and his deck hand Dennis was awesome given the weather and seas where not very good they still put us on fish and took care of us perfectly. Boat was very nice clean had lots of room (perfect set up) . Would highly recommended Captain Brad !!!!

    Johnny E. with Brad S. of Key West, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    Great day! Despite the weather captain jason put us on the fish!!

    Winslow W. with Jason C. of Key Largo, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    Great experience! The staff were knowledgeable and they made sure our group had a good time. Would recommend this charter for anyone looking for a good time.

    Nicholas A. with Brad D. of Clearwater, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Mike and his crew were amazing!! We went out with 5 kids all under the age of 16 and they all caught fish and had a blast!! Blind Squirrel Rocks!!

    Fred S. with Mike W. of Stock Island, Florida

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