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Inshore, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Key West

Key West Fishing Adventure

100% (7) Managed by Justin
24 ft 1 - 8 People From $800
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore, Flats Fishing Charter in Key West

The Florida Keys Inshore Experience

NEW Guided by Ryan
24 ft 1 - 4 People From $700
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Inshore, Deep Sea, Nearshore, Jetty Fishing Charter in Key West

Key West Offshore Or Inshore

100% (21) Guided by Antonio
27 ft 1 - 12 People From $700
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Inshore, Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Key West

Key West Deep Sea Run - 40' Luhrs

94% (18) Managed by Mark
40 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,400
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Key West

Afternoon 1/2 Day Fishing

88% (8) Guided by John
25 ft 1 - 4 People From $800
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Inshore, Deep Sea, Nearshore, Jetty Fishing Charter in Key West

Ultimate Action Fishing In Key West

100% (3) Managed by Anthony
33 ft 1 - 12 People From $800
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Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Key West

Tarpon Fishing (seasonally)

100% (21) Guided by Antonio
27 ft 1 - 12 People From $350
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Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Key West

Key West To Dry Tortugas Charter

100% (2) Guided by Rob
36 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,400
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Fishing in Destin
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Inshore, Flats Fishing Charter in Key West

Key West On Light Tackle & Flies

100% (2) Guided by Jamie
17 ft 1 - 2 People From $600
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea Fishing Charter in Key West

Pulley Ridge

89% (9) Guided by John
37 ft 1 - 6 People From $5,500
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Deep Sea Fishing Charter in Key West

Sportfishing Key West

NEW Guided by Russ
50 ft 1 - 12 People From $950
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Deep Sea Fishing Charter in Key West

Key West Deep Sea Fishing (Private)

100% (3) Guided by Thomas
46 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,100
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Everything to Know About Booking a Key West live bait fishing charter

What are the best live bait fishing charters in Key West?

The best live bait fishing charters in Key West are:

Why should I book a live bait fishing charter in Key West with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 58 live bait fishing trips in Key West, and the most popular trips in the area are Key West Fishing Adventure guided by Justin, The Florida Keys Inshore Experience guided by Ryan, and Key West Offshore or Inshore guided by Antonio.

Our guides in Key West are rated a 4.96 out of 5 based on 3716 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 Key West? Check out our beginner and family friendly live bait fishing guides in Key West.

What types of live bait fishing charters are common in Key West?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing for live bait fishing in Key West as well as inshore fishing, nearshore fishing, and flats fishing.

The most commonly sought after species for live bait fishing in Key West are: 1. yellowtail snapper, 2. mutton snapper, 3. mangrove snapper, 4. mahi mahi, and 5. black grouper.

How much do Key West live bait fishing charters cost?

Prices for live bait fishing in Key West can range anywhere from about $720 to $3,200, but the average price for a half day trip for live bait fishing in Key West is $1,352. The average price for a full day trip for live bait fishing in Key West is $2,372.

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 Key West?

The most popular season to go on a live bait fishing charter in Key West is spring, and most anglers book their trips 34 days in advance.

Do I need a Key West fishing license and what are the bag limits in Key West?

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

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Capt Jamie explained how, then coached me thru how to target Tarpon quite well. Followed by using his knowledge to get me on fish right away. Thank you for teaching this old dog new tricks!

    Scott N. | October 3, 2024

    Trip: Key West on Light Tackle & Flies

  • ★★★★★
    My families trip with Captain John was awesome. John is a humble, hardworking, easy going, chill, dude and fit right in with our families vibe. He was great with our 5 year old son and answered all of his many fishing questions. John made it clear that between the time of year and conditions that day we would have to really work at it to get anything. That’s exactly what we did and we ended up catching a good amount of fish. Most importantly our 5 year old son, who is obsessed with fishing, had the time of his life and caught fish he’s never seen before. 5 stars, highly recommend. If you have a small group this is the charter to go on!

    Jacob D. | August 25, 2024

    Trip: Full Day Private Fishing Charter

  • ★★★★★
    Great day on the water, Captain Mark and mate Will were awesome. They put me on fish and stayed out until the last minute. I would definitely recommend.

    Nicholas W. | August 8, 2024

    Trip: Key West Deep Sea Run - 40' Luhrs

  • ★★★★★
    Kyle was incredible! We had a bucket list trip and will definitely call him next time we are in the area!

    Tyler R. | August 3, 2024

    Trip: Key West Backcountry Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Our charter with Captain John was incredible! He was very professional but also personable! We enjoyed everything about the fishing trip! We had a beautiful day & caught several large dolphins! Will definitely rebook with Capt. John the next time we are in Key West!

    Deanna H. | July 31, 2024

    Trip: Morning 1/2 Day Fishing Charter

  • ★★★★★
    What a great experience, Antonio is the best a made the day special. Would do it again. Thanks

    Peter C. | July 25, 2024

    Trip: Tarpon Fishing (seasonally)

  • ★★★★★
    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. | July 22, 2024

    Trip: Key West Offshore or Inshore

  • ★★★★★
    Alex, was great! Very personable and friendly. Fishing was tough, but it can be when it’s hot. He got us on some fish and got my wife a shark! That was all she asked for on her birthday! Thanks Alex!

    Matthew S. | July 18, 2024

    Trip: Backcountry Classic - 28’ Blue Wave

  • ★★★★★
    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. | July 18, 2024

    Trip: Ultimate Action Fishing in Key West

  • ★★★★★
    Great trip Enjoyed it

    Jeff R. | July 11, 2024

    Trip: Targeting Tarpon in Key West

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

    Houston H. | July 9, 2024

    Trip: Key West Offshore or Inshore

  • ★★★★★
    Had a great time Captain Steve and First mate Jeff was very professional.

    David R. | July 5, 2024

    Trip: Key West Deep Sea Fishing (Private)

  • ★★★★★
    Great Captain, great Mate, great boat and great time! Captain Steve got us on the Mahi and slayed em! Full limit on Mahi and a couple of barracuda. We had one sailfish come look but not for lack of trying! Jeff knows his stuff and never stopped working and made sure we were fishing the entire time. We completed our limit by landing all three of a triple set. I have fished my whole life and this was a fantastic trip. Highly recommend the Sea-clusion and Captain Steve.

    Arik G. | July 5, 2024

    Trip: Key West Deep Sea Fishing (Private)

  • ★★★★★
    Family had a great time, caught a variety of fish. Enjoyed it!

    Scott D. | July 3, 2024

    Trip: Tarpon Fishing (seasonally)

  • ★★★★★
    10 Stars ⭐️ Spencer was a great communicator, ensured we had a variety of fishing opportunities and was great with my kiddos!!

    Noell P. | July 3, 2024

    Trip: Key West Silver Kings and More

  • ★★★★★
    Capt John was top notch!! Our planned morning trip hit a snag due to bad weather…But John was honest and informative suggesting that we should hold off a few hours…so we did. Our afternoon ended up being an awesome fishing encounter. We would highly recommend…thank you Capt John!!!

    Kelly L. | July 1, 2024

    Trip: Morning 1/2 Day Fishing Charter

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great time on our first family fishing trip. We brought enthusiasm, and very little experience. John was a great teacher for all of us, and took us to several good spots in Lake Passage. We caught shark, black grouper and enough snapper to feast on for days. The fine folks at Hurricane Hole cooked it up for us and it was amazing!! We would definitely book another trip with John!!

    Karl H. | June 23, 2024

    Trip: Morning 1/2 Day Fishing Charter

  • ★★★★★
    Great experience! Alex is the best!

    Jason M. | June 17, 2024

    Trip: Backcountry Classic - 28’ Blue Wave

  • ★★★★★
    Spencer was awesome. Especially great with our child. Showed him proper technique and our boy caught 12 fish! Fished in a couple different places and the fish were biting a lot in each spot. Will totally book Spencer again if we make it back to Key West.

    Joe R. | June 12, 2024

    Trip: Key West Silver Kings and More

  • ★★★★★
    We had an incredible day with Antonio and Russia. They led us to the fish and we caught 9 Mahi Mahi. They were great company and took good care of us!

    Maggie B. | June 9, 2024

    Trip: Key West Offshore or Inshore

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