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Inshore, Flats Fishing Charter in Pensacola

Inshore "Catch Fish Guarantee"

100% (1) Managed by Bill
24 ft 1 - 8 People From $550
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Pensacola

Offshore Run - 25’ Skeeter

100% (23) Managed by Jake
25 ft 1 - 6 People From $800
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore Fishing Charter in Pensacola

Bay Fishing Bonanza

100% (23) Managed by Jake
25 ft 1 - 5 People From $500
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Pensacola

Quick Trips! Kid Friendly

100% (2) Guided by Trey
23 ft 1 - 6 People From $550
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore, Jetty, Flats Fishing Charter in Pensacola

Limits With Lance

100% (2) Guided by Lance
24 ft 1 - 4 People From $600
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Pensacola

Pensacola Fishing Frenzy

100% (4) Guided by James
26 ft 1 - 12 People From $800
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Pensacola

Offshore "Catch Fish Guarantee"

100% (1) Managed by Bill
24 ft 1 - 8 People From $800
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea Fishing Charter in Pensacola

Swordfish/Extreme Offshore Trolling

NEW Guided by Brett
31 ft 1 - 6 People From $2,500
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Pensacola

Pensacola Wreck Fishing

100% (2) Guided by Larry
27 ft 1 - 6 People From $850
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Deep Sea Fishing Charter in Pensacola

Full Day Inshore/offshore

100% (5) Managed by Alex
23 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,400
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore Fishing Charter in Pensacola

3-Hour Pensacola Angler's Delight

100% (2) Guided by Larry
27 ft 1 - 6 People From $550
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Pensacola

Pensacola Offshore Run

100% (1) Guided by Devin
25 ft 1 - 6 People From $900
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Everything to Know About Booking a Pensacola live bait fishing charter

What are the best live bait fishing charters in Pensacola?

The best live bait fishing charters in Pensacola are:

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

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 78 live bait fishing trips in Pensacola, and the most popular trips in the area are Offshore Run - 25’ Skeeter guided by Jake, Inshore "Catch Fish Guarantee" guided by Bill, and Bay Fishing Bonanza guided by Jake.

Our guides in Pensacola are rated a 4.86 out of 5 based on 3689 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 Pensacola? Check out our beginner and family friendly live bait fishing guides in Pensacola.

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

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

The most commonly sought after species for live bait fishing in Pensacola are: 1. red snapper, 2. spanish mackerel, 3. kingfish, 4. redfish, and 5. amberjack.

How much do Pensacola live bait fishing charters cost?

Prices for live bait fishing in Pensacola can range anywhere from about $600 to $6,000, but the average price for a half day trip for live bait fishing in Pensacola is $813. The average price for a full day trip for live bait fishing in Pensacola is $3,288.

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 Pensacola?

The most popular season to go on a live bait fishing charter in Pensacola is summer, and most anglers book their trips 19 days in advance.

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

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

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Great trip and experience!

    Jeff G. | October 8, 2024

    Trip: Bull Reds, Kings, & Jacks (Winter)

  • ★★★★★
    Bradley was very good with making these 10-15 year old boys make sure they knew what to do and had a good time of fun. He made sure they each had a rod, baited. Nd could cast it where they needed. For two first time fisherman, they had a blast. The 10 yr old catch the most fish. We got back to the condo, and he told his dad let’s go fishing tomorrow. Thanks for a great first trip, saltwater fishing for theses boys.

    Douglas | October 6, 2024

    Trip: Orange Beach Hook up!

  • ★★★★★
    Jonathan was awesome he knows all the spots we had a great time definitely would use him and this service again.

    Shawn T. | September 23, 2024

    Trip: Offshore "Catch Fish Guarantee"

  • ★★★★★
    Hey Captain Experiences! Captain Eddie and Fisher are a great crew. Captain Eddie did his best to get us on fish and he did, we just had trouble with the dolphins stealing our bait. As much as the dolphins are cute and cool to see, they can be annoying to say the least. Fisher was very informative, not only about fish and dolphins, but also about how weather and moon cycles play out into catching fish as well. The boat is a very nice 55 for boat. Very clean and in top notch condition for the year! We recommend Captain Eddie and Fisher very highly. When we come back to Gulf shores, we will be calling on Captain Experiences, Captain Eddie and Fisher. We feel we have made two new friends. Thanks for the great and fun time guys. Bill

    William H. | September 18, 2024

    Trip: 6-Hour Bottom/Trolling - 55' Gillman

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Pat provided a memory filled deep water 3 hour fishing trip for my friend and I...caught a variety of fish doing catch and release...enjoyed the beauty of the gulf...and plenty of shaded sunshine...looking forward to our next return trip to go out again. 2 TOMS FROM LOUISIANA

    Thomas B. | September 15, 2024

    Trip: Orange Beach Inshore: Reel Fun

  • ★★★★★
    Had an awesome trip despite the constant rain. Caught some nice reds and black drum. Overall an awesome experience with some nice fillets to boot.

    Cody G. | September 7, 2024

    Trip: Orange Beach Hook up!

  • ★★★★★
    100% recommend this charter! Captain is very knowledgable and has just as much fun as you do. You get to take home your fillets and enjoy your hard earned catch. We will be returning in the future.

    Krystal P. | August 21, 2024

    Trip: Orange Beach Half-Day Hookup

  • ★★★★★
    Jason was amazing. SO great with kids and very personable with adults. And an “authentic” type of personable, at that.

    Joel A. | August 12, 2024

    Trip: 3 Hour Kids Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    I highly recommend Mitch. He's friendly, laid back and great with kids. He worked hard for us to find redfish. We moved around a lot as needed. I would definitely book with Mitch again.

    Ryan F. | August 10, 2024

    Trip: Inshore Fishing Guide Service

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Alex and Chago were THE BEST!!! They both worked so hard to make sure we caught as many fish as possible and had a great time even when it was pouring down rain on us. We would go back and fish with them any day. Awesome trip!!

    Toni S. | August 3, 2024

    Trip: Half Day Bay/Nearshore

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great experience today- the most fish we have caught on an expedition. Capt Eddie and Fisher were great!

    William W. | August 1, 2024

    Trip: 6-Hour Bottom/Trolling - 55' Gillman

  • ★★★★★
    Great Crew and Great Fishing! Will book a trip with them again in the future!!!

    Joshua R. | July 31, 2024

    Trip: Mixed Bag Orange Beach 40'

  • ★★★★★
    Don was awesome! we had a 4 and 7 year olds and he was very attentive to both. he wasn't overbearing like some captions and let us fish, but was on it if someone needed help. If you have kids and want to finish I highly recommend this charter!

    Jeff K. | July 30, 2024

    Trip: Family Fun ***CATCH & RELEASE***

  • ★★★★★
    We had an awesome trip today. Captain Rob!! Super nice guy!! Definitely will use him again!! Rodney

    Rodney A. | July 29, 2024

    Trip: Orange Beach Inshore Bliss

  • ★★★★★
    Henry was wonderful despite not catching too much fish. $Henry was very knowledgeable of various fish Species and current rules and regulations of intercostal waterways

    Scott D. | July 26, 2024

    Trip: Offshore/Deep Sea - 23'

  • ★★★★★
    Awesome guide!! Very knowledgeable and friendly... it was a great experience for all who went!!!

    Debbie N. | July 20, 2024

    Trip: 4 hour inshore/nearshore fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Jake was an awesome guide. He knew his shit about the area and got us on fish on a fun bay trip to take our son out and see how’d he do with bigger water fishing. We will for sure be back to go out deep sea fishing with him next time.

    Jordan K. | July 18, 2024

    Trip: Bay Fishing Bonanza

  • ★★★★★
    Great trip with Captain Donald!! We caught a lot of fish and had a great time!! Highly recommend!!

    James L. | July 17, 2024

    Trip: Family Fun ***CATCH & RELEASE***

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Bobby was very fun and informative. He tried really hard to make sure we caught what we wanted. Extra bonus seeing dolphins and sea turtles. We enjoyed our trip with him

    Elaina M. | July 16, 2024

    Trip: Shark Fishing Insanity

  • ★★★★★
    Jake was a great guide and did an amazing job getting us on fish. My son and I will be booking him again for our next trip to Gulf Shores!!

    Aaron G. | July 14, 2024

    Trip: Bay Fishing Bonanza

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