Damn Good Scalloping Charters In Matlacha

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 1 scalloping trip in Matlacha: Boat Day Shelling Beach Sightseeing guided by Christopher.

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Inshore fishing is the most popular type of fishing for scalloping in Matlacha.

The most commonly sought after species for scalloping in Matlacha are: 1. blacktip shark, 2. jack crevalle, 3. redfish, 4. snook, and 5. spanish mackerel.

Prices for scalloping in Matlacha can range anywhere from about $450 to $1,000, but the average price for a half day trip for scalloping in Matlacha is $743.

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.

The most popular season to go on a scalloping charter in Matlacha is summer, and most anglers book their trips 0 days in advance.

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