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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Flats Fishing in Key West

Lobstering Trip

100% (85) Guided by Antonio
27 ft 1 - 12 People From $700
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in Little Torch Key

4-6 Hour Spearfishing/Lobster

100% (5) Guided by Torre
26 ft 1 - 6 People From $700
Veteran Operated
This trip is managed by a veteran of the US armed forces.
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore Fishing in Marathon

Florida Fish Slam -23'

100% (6) Guided by Johnny
23 ft 1 - 12 People From $650
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Flats, Snorkeling in Marathon

Lobster Diving, And Snorkeling Trip

100% (12) Guided by Joel
30 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,095
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Flats Fishing in Marathon

Marathon Lobster Bully Netting

100% (1) Guided by John
15 ft 1 - 2 People From $600
Veteran Operated
This trip is managed by a veteran of the US armed forces.
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Nearshore Fishing in Marathon

FL Keys Lobster Mini Season

100% (6) Guided by Johnny
23 ft 1 - 6 People From $480
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore Fishing in Key West

Key West Lobstering - 30’ Seahunter

100% (67) Guided by Hunter
30 ft 1 - 6 People From $750
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore Fishing in Islamorada

Lobster Free Dive Trip

100% (28) Guided by Chris
26 ft 1 - 12 People From $850
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Nearshore Fishing in Islamorada

Florida Keys Lobster Quest

100% (17) Managed by Tony
32 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,100
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore Fishing in Key West

Key West Lobstering - 24’ Yellowfin

100% (66) Managed by John
24 ft 1 - 6 People From $765
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Nearshore Fishing in Miami Beach

Lobstering Miami Beach

100% (13) Guided by Aaron
34 ft 1 - 8 People From $800
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Flats Fishing in Key West

Private Patch Reef & Flats Fishing

100% (2) Managed by David
30 ft 1 - 12 People From $1,195
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Everything to Know About Booking a Florida lobster fishing charter

What are the best lobster fishing charters in Florida?

The best lobster fishing charters in Florida are:

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

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 20 lobster trips in Florida, and the most popular trips in the area are Lobstering Trip guided by Antonio, 4-6 hour spearfishing/Lobster guided by Torre, and Florida Fish Slam -23' guided by Johnny.

Our guides in Florida are rated a 5 out of 5 based on 4471 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 lobster guides / fishing lessons in Florida? Check out our beginner and family friendly lobster guides in Florida.

What types of lobster fishing charters are common in Florida?

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

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

How much do Florida lobster fishing charters cost?

Prices for lobster in Florida can range anywhere from about $900 to $2,994, but the average price for a half day trip for lobster in Florida is $1,666. The average price for a full day trip for lobster in Florida is $2,157.

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 lobster fishing in Florida?

The most popular season for lobster fishing in Florida is summer, and most anglers book their trips 30 days in advance.

Do I need a Florida fishing license for lobster and what are the bag limits for lobster 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

  • ★★★★★
    Good time great fishing experience

    James S. | May 1, 2025

    Trip: Florida Fish Slam -23'

  • ★★★★★
    Great guide and all around good guy!

    Caleb M. | April 14, 2025

    Trip: 4-6 hour spearfishing/Lobster

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great trip with Torre, we went to a few different sites lobstering and he provided helpful and always friendly tips to us as beginners! He reached out already before the trip re weather to expect, gear needed etc. which was helpful us. I can 100% recommend.

    Marcel S. | March 17, 2025

    Trip: 4-6 hour spearfishing/Lobster

  • ★★★★★
    Janis and her boat were amazing! She took my 9-year-old son and I out lobstering for our first time! We caught SO many lobsters and got to take many home! She is knowledgeable, fun, good with my son, safe, and is a true sportswoman. I can’t recommend her enough! We will be back!

    Traci T. | March 1, 2025

    Trip: Snorkel for Lobsters, Key West, FL

  • ★★★★★
    We had a wonderful afternoon. Our guide was very knowledgeable and professional.

    Geoff C. | January 7, 2025

    Trip: Private Patch Reef & Flats Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Tony was awesome! Got us our limit in half a day. Very personable and would highly recommend. Thanks Tony!

    Charles J. | January 3, 2025

    Trip: Lobstering Trip

  • ★★★★★
    The weather wasn’t super conducive, and we were late in the season, but Capt Hunter worked overtime to get us on some bugs and make sure r went home with some! And he was great with our 11 year old son who was out for hours first time with us! Definitely will look him up again when we’re back in the keys.

    Jen R. | January 3, 2025

    Trip: Key West Lobstering - 30’ Seahunter

  • ★★★★★
    Had a great experience for the first time lobster fishing. Hunter was a great captain kept Safety in mind with having the most incredible time

    Karl (. | December 19, 2024

    Trip: Key West Lobstering - 30’ Seahunter

  • ★★★★★
    Hunter was an absolutely perfect host. He and his first mate di everything possible to insure a great day on the water. We will definately be using his services again in the future!

    Alex K. | November 30, 2024

    Trip: Key West Lobstering - 30’ Seahunter

  • ★★★★★
    Had a great experience with Captain Antonio. Would definitely use him again. If you are in Key West it would be a great way to spend time on the water. Catch some fish, catch some lobster, he can do it all.

    Bryant P. | October 12, 2024

    Trip: Lobstering Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Absolutely amazing!!! It was our first time catching lobsters, Antonio made it easy for us. We caught all the lobster we could eat. Snorkeled an amazing reef and got up close with some dolphins!!! One of the best charters we have ever been on.

    Aaron P. | September 21, 2024

    Trip: Lobstering Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Fun trip, knowledgeable about the water, sport and species. Tony will put you on the best places to get a catch. Hospitality and communication was great. Well done and fruitful!

    Matthew S. | September 21, 2024

    Trip: Lobstering Trip

  • ★★★★★
    David Larson was a great captain and worked his ass off. we caught our limit of four different species of fish. Good day !

    Dennis W. | September 9, 2024

    Trip: Key West Lobstering - 24’ Yellowfin

  • ★★★★★
    Great trip! Captain Aaron is super knowledgeable and fun! The kids had a great time.

    Nicole S. | September 8, 2024

    Trip: Lobstering Miami Beach

  • ★★★★★
    Antonio was awesome! Got us on some good spots and limited out! Great time!

    Stephen D. | August 31, 2024

    Trip: Lobstering Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Antonio IV was the best guide ever best lobster trip ever our guide was right in the water with us and really took time to show us how to catch the lobster will definitely book more trips when we are in the keys definitely need to use them can’t say enough how awesome our experience was

    Jose V. | August 30, 2024

    Trip: Lobstering Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Hunter & his guide, Valerie were awesome. Florida weather tried to rain on our parade but they made it happen. We went home with a great dinner & that's all we could've hoped for. We will definitely book them again on our future trips!

    Brittney S. | August 26, 2024

    Trip: Key West Lobstering - 30’ Seahunter

  • ★★★★★
    Hunter and his crew were excellent, it was a first time going lobstering so they made everyone feel very safe and comfortable going over everything in detail and going with us to enure our comfort and saftey. Althugh we did run into some weather they worked very hard to get us on lobsters and work around the weather. The first time we drop in the water there my friend had a lobster right under him within a minute. As weather progressed they even gave us credit since we couldn't stay out the entire time even though it was already a great experience. We will be back again.

    Todd C. | August 19, 2024

    Trip: Key West Lobstering - 30’ Seahunter

  • ★★★★★
    Antonio was a fantastic captain and I had a great time with him on our lobster hunt. The boat is very comfortable and Antonio is a GREAT guy! He is very skilled and managed to get our limit of lobsters - making the tour a great choice for a beginner who doesn't yet know the ropes of lobster hunting. After the tour, he also cleaned them and put them in a plastic bag and gave great tips on where to go to get them cooked. Happy to return anytime - THANK you Antonio for the great trip!

    Yehia A. | August 18, 2024

    Trip: Lobstering Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Amazing captain! Had a great time most definitely recommend.

    Danielle B. | August 16, 2024

    Trip: Lobstering Trip

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