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Inshore Fishing Charter in Melbourne

3/4 Day Trip

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23 ft 1 - 4 People From $600
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Inshore, Nearshore, River, Flats Fishing Charter in Melbourne

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Inshore, River, Flats Fishing Charter in Melbourne

Half Day Trip

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23 ft 1 - 4 People From $450
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Inshore Fishing Charter in Melbourne

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23 ft 1 - 4 People From $700
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Inshore Fishing Charter in Melbourne

Melbourne Inshore Assault

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21 ft 1 - 4 People From $375
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Nearshore Fishing Charter near Melbourne

4-8 Hours Nearshore Morning Trip

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Deep Sea Fishing Charter near Melbourne

6-8 Hours Offshore Morning Trip

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22 ft 1 - 4 People From $750
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Inshore, Nearshore Fishing Charter near Melbourne

Morning Fishing Trip

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22 ft 1 - 4 People From $300
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Inshore Fishing Charter near Melbourne

Surf Fishing - 4 Hours

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Inshore Fishing Charter near Melbourne

Surf Fishing - 3 Hours

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Inshore Fishing Charter near Melbourne

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Everything to Know About Booking a Melbourne live bait fishing charter

What are the best live bait fishing charters in Melbourne?

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

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 18 live bait fishing trips in Melbourne, and the most popular trips in the area are 3/4 Day Trip guided by Kenneth, Full Day Trip guided by Kenneth, and Half Day Trip guided by Kenneth.

Our guides in Melbourne are rated a 5 out of 5 based on 3819 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 Melbourne? Check out our beginner and family friendly live bait fishing guides in Melbourne.

What types of live bait fishing charters are common in Melbourne?

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

The most commonly sought after species for live bait fishing in Melbourne are: 1. snook, 2. redfish, 3. speckled trout, 4. sheepshead, and 5. jack crevalle.

How much do Melbourne live bait fishing charters cost?

Prices for live bait fishing in Melbourne can range anywhere from about $400 to $900, but the average price for a half day trip for live bait fishing in Melbourne is $529. The average price for a full day trip for live bait fishing in Melbourne is $752.

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 Melbourne?

The most popular season to go on a live bait fishing charter in Melbourne is summer, and most anglers book their trips 22 days in advance.

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

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

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Dam good trip with Cap. Kenny, enjoyed our opportunity to fish wit him it was a pleasure to be on his boat with an experienced Cap. THANKS Captain Kenny

    Dan S. | November 5, 2024

    Trip: 3/4 Day Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Ken kept us moving all morning and kept us on fish. It was exactly what we hoped for and he delivered. Thanks!

    Tyler B. | July 31, 2024

    Trip: Half Day Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Kids learned so much on their first ever Charter! Lots of fish caught and fun times were had!! Captain Mike knew where to catch today!!

    Robbin C. | July 16, 2024

    Trip: Inshore Saltwater Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Spent a half day out with Captain Kenneth! Had an amazing day fishing for black drum, mango snapper, tarpon, and snook. He did an awesome job running the boat and keeping everyone going and hooking the big ones! The questionable weather in Florida didn’t stop us from having a good time. Thank you for the great day!

    Curtis D. | July 11, 2024

    Trip: Half Day Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Knowledgeable guide knows the waterways. Put us on a big snook and tarpon. Very enjoyable back water trip. Would definitely recommend Owen!

    Glenn M. | May 27, 2024

    Trip: Melbourne Inshore Assault

  • ★★★★★
    We recommend this outing to all. Couldn't have asked for a better experience. Our grandkids loved it and would like to do it again.

    Denise M. | February 24, 2024

    Trip: Surf Fishing - 4 Hours

  • ★★★★★
    We had an amazing day with Captain Greg fishing out of Florida! Caught quite a few nice sized snook, and a few other smaller species. He was very knowledgeable and friendly. Will definitely be back to fish with him.

    Dawn T. | January 18, 2024

    Trip: Sebastian Inlet on Light Tackle

  • ★★★★★
    It was amazing Greg made everything easy and fun will definitely do it again

    Jose P. | July 25, 2023

    Trip: Sebastian Inlet on Light Tackle

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