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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea Fishing Charter in Miami

5hr Offshore Big Game Trip

100% (18) Guided by Bryan
36 ft 1 - 6 People From $650
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Panama City Beach

Panama City Shark Spectacular

93% (15) Guided by John
28 ft 1 - 6 People From $425
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore Fishing Charter in Destin

Shark Fishing

NEW Managed by Fernando
1 - 20 People From $400
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea Fishing Charter in Miami

Fishing For Monsters At Night

100% (18) Guided by Bryan
36 ft 1 - 6 People From $650
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Fort Lauderdale

4 Hour Offshore

NEW Guided by Xavier
25 ft 1 - 8 People From $600
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Fort Lauderdale

Catch Sharks Off Fort Lauderdale

100% (1) Guided by Mike
37 ft 1 - 12 People From $800
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More Mako Shark Fishing Charters In Florida

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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea Fishing Charter in Miami

8hr Offshore Big Game Trip

100% (18) Guided by Bryan
36 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,200
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Flats Fishing Charter in Chokoloskee

Chokoloskee Backcountry Everglades

NEW Guided by Ken
17 ft 1 - 2 People From $700
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea Fishing Charter in Miami Beach

Offshore Deep Sea Fishing

NEW Managed by Matt
70 ft 1 - 20 People From $3,000
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Destin

Destin 8 HR Private Fishing Charter

100% (1) Guided by Larry
65 ft 1 - 30 People From $3,389
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea Fishing Charter in Key Biscayne

Swordfish Special - 41’ Hatteras

100% (1) Guided by Nel
41 ft 1 - 5 People From $2,000
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Destin

Destin 6 HR Private Fishing Charter

100% (1) Guided by Larry
65 ft 1 - 30 People From $2,542
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Everything to Know About Booking a Florida mako shark fishing charter

What are the best mako shark fishing charters in Florida?

The best mako shark fishing charters in Florida are:

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

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 22 mako shark trips in Florida, and the most popular trips in the area are 5hr Offshore Big Game Trip guided by Bryan, Panama City Shark Spectacular guided by John, and Shark Fishing guided by Fernando.

Our guides in Florida are rated a 4.97 out of 5 based on 3694 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 mako shark guides / fishing lessons in Florida? Check out our beginner and family friendly mako shark guides in Florida.

What types of mako shark fishing charters are common in Florida?

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

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

How much do Florida mako shark fishing charters cost?

Prices for mako shark in Florida can range anywhere from about $1,200 to $10,000, but the average price for a half day trip for mako shark in Florida is $2,996. The average price for a full day trip for mako shark in Florida is $6,381.

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 mako shark fishing in Florida?

The most popular season for mako shark fishing in Florida is summer, and most anglers book their trips 13 days in advance.

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

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Bryan took my sons and I out on a beautiful day through the Haulover Inlet, which was so much fun. we trolled we bought fished we kite fished… We caught sharks, mahi, mahi, and blackfin tuna! Captain Bryan brought his cool little dog along, and we all had a great day!

    John H. | November 11, 2024

    Trip: 5hr Offshore Big Game Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Great experience. Sympatic guys. I can only recommend

    Vejvar M. | October 17, 2024

    Trip: 5hr Offshore Big Game Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Byran is so fun and so professional in fishing. I love his dog, she went fishing with us and she’s so kind with my kids. We had the best time together! Definitely recommend captain Bryan for your advisor!

    Luxi W. | October 12, 2024

    Trip: 5hr Offshore Big Game Trip

  • ★★★★★
    On August 1st. My 15 year old son and I went out with Captain John John on a 3 hour shark trip. We caught 9 sharks and multiple other fish. We had a great time. Captain John John works hard and knows what he’s doing. He was very safety conscious and I would absolutely recommend him. Hopefully we will be able to catch up with him on our next trip.

    Jeremy O. | August 2, 2024

    Trip: Panama City Shark Spectacular

  • ★★★★★
    Captain John John and deck hand Drew were awesome. It was exactly what my son and I were looking for.

    Jacqueline J. | July 25, 2024

    Trip: Panama City Shark Spectacular

  • ★★★★★
    I had an amazing time with captain John and his deck hand. They were very knowledgeable. I caught a hammerhead, shark and three smaller sharks. Definitely would recommend them. Very cool experience.

    Michael O. | July 23, 2024

    Trip: Panama City Shark Spectacular

  • ★★★★★
    Had a really good trip. Caught several shark and other types of fish as well. John and Drew were fun and knowledgeable.

    Jeffrey R. | July 17, 2024

    Trip: Panama City Shark Spectacular

  • ★★★★★
    Had a great time with Captain jack and his deckhand . We went shark fishing caught 4 small ones and had something big on the line but it broke the line .

    Trent B. | July 5, 2024

    Trip: Panama City Shark Spectacular

  • ★★★★★
    Great time Capt. Larry and Justin were very helpful. We had several rookies in our group and Justin helped get them started. They made sure we had plenty of time to fish.

    Greg K. | May 14, 2024

    Trip: Destin 5 HR Private Fishing Charter

  • ★★★★★
    My daughters and I had so much. We made a lot of fun memories. Garrett is fantastic!! Would definitely recommend !!!

    Susan K. | January 7, 2024

    Trip: Key West Shark Trips - 29’ Sea Vee

  • ★★★★★
    What a nice experience the captain was the best

    Alex B. | January 3, 2024

    Trip: 5hr Offshore Big Game Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Hi, the overall trip was good, captain explained a lot. We were expecting another person on board to help with baiting, but the captain did it all. He greeted us at his home went to the boat and took off. The bathroom on the boat definitely needs a deep cleaning. I think the boat was too small boat for as many people we had on board to be fishing. We were always in his way or another person's way it seemed. Wish we could have caught something other than fish bait.

    April F. | July 18, 2023

    Trip: 5hr Offshore Big Game Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Disappointing! They did not get one bite the whole time. I was hoping for a small refund of some kind. The boys had looked forward to this and to not see a shark or get a bite really let them down. Would love to try again next year.

    Debbie C. | June 24, 2023

    Trip: Panama City Shark Spectacular

  • ★★★★★
    Good vibes, music, caught some sick fish. Whats not to love.

    Colbert W. | June 18, 2023

    Trip: 5hr Offshore Big Game Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Great trip! Captail Philip has a super clean boat. Great job on coaching how to fish. Loved the boats layout. Big enough to ride comfortably at high speed. We'll definitely book again.

    Greg S. | June 16, 2023

    Trip: Gulf Waters Quick Trip

  • ★★★★★
    First and far most this was my first time going deep sea fishing.Captain Phil and Denise made it so easy for me and the fellas he was very patient and well knowledgeable with the fish and the area were in . We had a blast everything was great the company and the music. Thank you Captain Phil we will be doing another trip in the future

    Josiah R. | June 10, 2023

    Trip: Gulf Waters Quick Trip

  • ★★★★★
    John and Tyler were phenomenal during our shark fishing adventure! We caught 4 sharks and had 3 additional ones that got away. It was a fantastic experience!!!

    Hope C. | June 8, 2023

    Trip: Panama City Shark Spectacular

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Bryan was absolutely amazing! He was great company and really really knows his stuff! I would 100% recommend this dude for anybody that either lives in Florida or who is just coming down to Miami to visit! Chill and very great personality, 10 outta 10!!!

    Matthew D. | May 31, 2023

    Trip: 5hr Offshore Big Game Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Incredible experience, captain Bryan knows how to catch fish and knows where the local giants are hiding. We cought a massive 300lb sand shark and several other species, captain was generious in sharing his knowlegde and experience with us and his loyal co-captain Tilly (chihuahua) made us feel welcome and made sure we had fun. I'd reccomend cap Bryan to anyone loking to CATCH fish in Miami waters!

    Bosko S. | May 29, 2023

    Trip: 5hr Offshore Big Game Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Had a great time with captain Bryan! Highly recommend booking with him!

    Shawn B. | May 29, 2023

    Trip: 5hr Offshore Big Game Trip

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