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Recently Booked Live Bait Fishing Charters In Placida, Fl

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Inshore, Nearshore, Flats in Placida

Boca Grande Tarpon

100% (3)
24 ft 1 - 3 People From $950
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Inshore Fishing in Placida

Slammin' Snook, Reds, And More

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

Inshore, Flats Fishing in Placida

Back Country/ Inshore

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

Inshore, Flats Fishing in Placida

Placida Inshore Experience

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21 ft 1 - 4 People From $525
Fishing in Destin
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Fishing in Destin

Nearshore Fishing in Placida

Nearshore Reef & Wreck Trips

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34 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,000
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore Fishing in Placida

4hr Inshore

100% (2)
24 ft 1 - 8 People From $600

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More Live Bait Fishing Charters In Placida, Fl

Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore Fishing in Placida

6hr Tarpon

100% (2)
24 ft 1 - 4 People From $900
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore Fishing in Placida

Tarpon Fishing

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24 ft 1 - 10 People From $900
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Flats Fishing in Boca Grande

World Famous Tarpon 95% Success

99% (102)
21 ft 1 - 4 People From $750
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore Fishing in Boca Grande

Boca Grande Tarpon 95% Success

99% (102)
21 ft 1 - 4 People From $750
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore Fishing in Boca Grande

Boca Trophy Tarpon - 95% Success

99% (102)
21 ft 1 - 4 People From $750
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Flats Fishing in Boca Grande

Boca Grande Tarpon - 95% Success

99% (102)
21 ft 1 - 4 People From $750

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Everything to Know About Booking a Placida live bait fishing charter

What are the best live bait fishing charters in Placida?

The best live bait fishing charters in Placida are:

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

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 76 live bait fishing trips in Placida, and the most popular trips in the area are Boca Grande Tarpon guided by Scott, Slammin' Snook, Reds, And More guided by Lou, and Back Country/ Inshore guided by Scott.

Our guides in Placida are rated a 4.85 out of 5 based on 8853 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 Placida? Check out our beginner and family friendly live bait fishing guides in Placida.

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

Inshore fishing is the most popular type of fishing for live bait fishing in Placida as well as nearshore fishing and flats fishing.

The most commonly sought after species for live bait fishing in Placida are: 1. red snapper, 2. redfish, 3. snook, 4. speckled trout, and 5. tarpon.

How much do Placida live bait fishing charters cost?

Prices for live bait fishing in Placida can range anywhere from about $653 to $4,800, but the average price for a half day trip for live bait fishing in Placida is $1,031. The average price for a full day trip for live bait fishing in Placida is $2,409.

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 Placida?

The most popular season to go on a live bait fishing charter in Placida is spring, and most anglers book their trips 15 days in advance.

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

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

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great trip with Brandon he’s a great guide

    Wade E. | August 4, 2026

    Trip: Cape Coral Inshore Excursion

  • ★★★★★
    Wish I could give more stars. Trip exceeded expectations and Captain Bobby was awesome. Next time we go fishing, we are going with Bobby again.

    Paul H. | July 30, 2026

    Trip: Placida Inshore Experience

  • ★★★★★
    I bought a shark fishing trip with Captain Jack for my son and grandson. They had an absolute riot. I received text after text about how much fun they were having and what they were catching. My son could not believe how quickly Jack caught bait fish for their adventure. And 20 minutes in my son caught his first shark. Shortly after my grandson reeled one in. And boom, another one. In total they caught 4 sharks, one was a 4ft nurse shark. My grandson is still talking about his 4ft'r. After that they focused on Red Snapper, reeling in four. My son also caught a few cat fish. My grandson said it was better than Disney and all he wants to do on life is live in Florida and catch fish. Captain Jack was fantastic. He knew where to go, what to do and passed along a lot of fish knowledge. We highly recommend him. 10 out of 10.

    Pamela C. | July 28, 2026

    Trip: Shark Fishing Trip - 23’ Aqua Star

  • ★★★★★
    Great time, despite not the best weather.

    Vanessa P. | July 26, 2026

    Trip: Big Fish In Fort Myers

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Michael was great. Very friendly and patient with my wife and son, who both have very little fishing experience. My 11 yr old son said he was like fishing with an uncle. He kept us on fish all day, overall it was a great trip and I would recommend it for anyone.

    Dominic S. | July 24, 2026

    Trip: Backbay Fishing Trip

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