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Deep Sea Fishing in Miami

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Inshore, Nearshore, Flats in Miami

South Florida Inshore Fishing

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Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in Miami

Deep Sea Trip

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River, Lake Fishing in Miami

Land Based Peacock Bass Trip

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Cast & Blast in Miami

Peacock Bass + Iguana Charter

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19 ft 1 - 12 People From $649
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Deep Sea Fishing in Miami

Miami Beach Deep Sea

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Deep Sea, Nearshore, Jetty in Miami

Miami Sport Fishing 🎣

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29 ft 1 - 12 People From $800
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Inshore, Nearshore, Jetty in Miami

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Deep Sea, Nearshore, Jetty in Miami

Catch And Cook Sashimi/Grilled Fish

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29 ft 1 - 12 People From $1,000
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Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in Miami

Night Summer Snapper Trip

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28 ft 1 - 4 People From $800
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Inshore, Deep Sea, Nearshore in Miami

Full Day Miami Trip

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28 ft 1 - 4 People From $1,100
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Fishing in Destin
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Deep Sea Fishing in Miami

3/4 Day Mahi Trip

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28 ft 1 - 4 People From $1,250
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Everything to Know About Booking a Miami live bait fishing charter

What are the best live bait fishing charters in Miami?

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

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 105 live bait fishing trips in Miami, and the most popular trips in the area are 8hr Offshore Big Game Trip guided by Bryan, South Florida Inshore Fishing guided by Christopher, and Deep Sea Trip guided by Sig.

Our guides in Miami are rated a 4.95 out of 5 based on 7151 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 Miami? Check out our beginner and family friendly live bait fishing guides in Miami.

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

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

The most commonly sought after species for live bait fishing in Miami are: 1. sailfish, 2. black grouper, 3. mutton snapper, 4. amberjack, and 5. mahi mahi.

How much do Miami live bait fishing charters cost?

Prices for live bait fishing in Miami can range anywhere from about $800 to $4,550, but the average price for a half day trip for live bait fishing in Miami is $2,049. The average price for a full day trip for live bait fishing in Miami is $3,242.

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 Miami?

The most popular season to go on a live bait fishing charter in Miami is spring, and most anglers book their trips 49 days in advance.

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

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

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Anthony was great! He was wonderful with my 12 yo son. Would book him again in a heart beat! In fact, plan on booking him again next time we come.

    Deborah H. | April 26, 2026

    Trip: Family Friendly Kids Miami Day Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Sean was outstanding! Incredibly knowledgeable super safe and organized and gave us a really great experience. He is a true professional and knows the lanes like the back of his hand. Cannot recommend him enough.

    Vincent D. | April 20, 2026

    Trip: Everglades Experience

  • ★★★★★
    Had an awesome time out on the water with Christopher. From start to finish everything was smooth, laid back, and just a great experience overall. He really knows what he’s doing and made sure everyone was having a good time the whole trip. We were on fish, the boat was great, and the whole family had a blast. Definitely one of the highlights of our trip—would 100% book again.

    Carl A. | April 19, 2026

    Trip: South Florida Inshore Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    It was my first time Igauna hunting had so much fun I would recommend Charles to anyone

    Justin S. | April 16, 2026

    Trip: Iguana Hunt

  • ★★★★★
    Ken was great! Had a very chill time fly fishing for tarpon, snook, and redfish. Ken was easy to fish with and gave us opportunity at all three species on a 6 hour trip. I would recommend him as a guide to anyone!

    Zachary M. | April 4, 2026

    Trip: Miami Fishing Adventure

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