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Inshore, Flats Fishing in Tavernier

Tavernier Backcountry Fishing

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18 ft 1 - 3 People From $450
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, River, Flats in Ochopee

Everglades 10,000 Islands

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22 ft 1 - 4 People From $600
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Nearshore Fishing in Holmes Beach

Nearshore Combo

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23 ft 1 - 4 People From $800
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Flats Fishing in Islamorada

Islamorada Angling Excursion

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22 ft 1 - 5 People From $850
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore, Flats in Homestead

Sportfishing The Everglades

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25 ft 1 - 3 People From $650
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Flats Fishing in Islamorada

Flats Fishing

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24 ft 1 - 3 People From $575

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Deep Sea Fishing in Key West

Key West Deep Sea Fishing (Private)

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46 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,100
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Flats Fishing in Key West

Marquesas Key Run

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24 ft 1 - 4 People From $1,200
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Flats Fishing in Key Largo

Key Largo Fly Fishing The Flats

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17 ft 1 - 2 People From $600
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Flats Fishing in Islamorada

FL Keys Flats Fishing

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18 ft 1 - 2 People From $600
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore, Flats in Homestead

Bay Fishing Homestead - 22'

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22 ft 1 - 4 People From $900
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore Fishing in New Smyrna Beach

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22 ft 1 - 8 People From $500
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Everything to Know About Booking a Florida permit fishing charter

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

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 136 permit trips in Florida, and the most popular trips in the area are Islamorada Flats and Backcountry guided by Gw, Goodland FL Fishing Trip guided by Steve, and Islamorada Live Action Fishing guided by Mike.

Our guides in Florida are rated a 4.97 out of 5 based on 4722 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 permit guides / fishing lessons in Florida? Check out our beginner and family friendly permit guides in Florida.

What types of permit fishing charters are common in Florida?

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

The most common fishing techniques in Florida are light tackle fishing, live bait fishing, and artificial lure fishing but bottom fishing and fly fishing are popular as well.

How much do Florida permit fishing charters cost?

Prices for permit in Florida can range anywhere from about $600 to $2,200, but the average price for a half day trip for permit in Florida is $919. The average price for a full day trip for permit in Florida is $1,459.

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 permit fishing in Florida?

The most popular season for permit fishing in Florida is spring, and most anglers book their trips 23 days in advance.

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

  • ★★★★★
    Very personable guide with extensive knowledge of the Miami fishing scene.

    Hollis B. | June 9, 2025

    Trip: Half Day Inshore - 22' Epic

  • ★★★★★
    My outing with Eric was amazing! He is a great guide. It was a very breezy day, slightly overcast. The fish were very co-operative, he has vast knowledge of the backcountry/Everglades area. We turned out a 5 species day.

    Jim W. | June 8, 2025

    Trip: Flats Fury with Captain Eric

  • ★★★★★
    Had a blast, Billy took care of us, taught us how to fish and we caught more than we expected. A ton of fun.

    Andrew M. | June 5, 2025

    Trip: Inshore Bay/flats

  • ★★★★★
    We had an amazing day catching fish with Captain Jon-Paul! My wife and I poured over reviews in search of the best fit for us during our long planned vacation to the Keys, and we are so happy we found Jon-Paul. He was extremely knowledgeable about this fishery and overly willing to make sure we had a great time. We caught over 10 different species with the highlights being two Permit, Mangrove Snapper, and Speckled Trout.

    Jason B. | May 31, 2025

    Trip: Bank and Bight Backcountry

  • ★★★★★
    Joey and Linda were great pair! The fish were a little slow but they moved us around until we were sure to have enough for a good meal! They kept us out until we had a decent catch! We appreciated their time and patience with us as a couple of us were beginners.

    Amber M. | May 27, 2025

    Trip: Inshore Fishing 4-8 Hours (22')

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