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Inshore Fishing Charter in Placida

Slammin' Snook, Reds, And More

100% (1) Guided by Lou
30 ft 1 - 4 People From $600
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Inshore, Nearshore, Flats Fishing Charter in Placida

Boca Grande Tarpon

NEW Guided by Scott
24 ft 1 - 3 People From $800
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Inshore, Flats Fishing Charter in Placida

Back Country/ Inshore

NEW Guided by Scott
24 ft 1 - 3 People From $700
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Inshore, Flats Fishing Charter in Placida

Placida Inshore Experience

100% (1) Guided by Bobby
21 ft 1 - 4 People From $350
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Deep Sea Fishing Charter near Placida

12 Hour Deep Sea

NEW Guided by Kyle
34 ft 1 - 12 People From $2,800
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Inshore, Flats Fishing Charter near Placida

Boca Grande Tarpon - 95% Success

97% (39) Guided by Christopher
21 ft 1 - 4 People From $750
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Nearshore Fishing Charter near Placida

Nearshore/Offshore (Up To 15 Miles)

NEW Guided by Dave
36 ft 1 - 12 People From $1,000
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Inshore, Nearshore, Flats Fishing Charter near Placida

Cape Coral Inshore Excursion

100% (1) Guided by Brandon
22 ft 1 - 6 People From $500
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Inshore Fishing Charter near Placida

Bokellia->Boca Grande Inshore Adventure

NEW Guided by Ken
25 ft 1 - 6 People From $700
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Inshore Fishing Charter near Placida

Boca Grande Pass Legendary Tarpon

100% (7) Guided by Phil
24 ft 1 - 5 People From $700
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Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing Charter near Placida

Big Fish In Fort Myers

100% (2) Guided by Tom
32 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,300
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Inshore, Deep Sea, Nearshore, Flats Fishing Charter near Placida

Inshore Fishing Charter

96% (28) Guided by Roland
21 ft 1 - 6 People From $475
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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 44 live bait fishing trips in Placida, and the most popular trips in the area are Back country/ Inshore guided by Scott, Boca Grande Tarpon guided by Scott, and Slammin' Snook, Reds, and More guided by Lou.

Our guides in Placida are rated a 4.87 out of 5 based on 3721 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?

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

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

How much do Placida live bait fishing charters cost?

Prices for live bait fishing in Placida can range anywhere from about $600 to $3,700, but the average price for a half day trip for live bait fishing in Placida is $863. The average price for a full day trip for live bait fishing in Placida is $2,171.

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 35 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 fishing guide will always know the right rules and regulations in Placida.

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    My son and I had a great time fishing with Captain Tim. He's a great guy to fish with and was a lot of fun to fish with. While we caught many fish, it would have been better if the bigger ones cooperated.

    Robert W. | November 17, 2024

    Trip: Inshore Trip - 23 parker custom

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great time with Captain Tim. He is a seasoned guide that knows the area waters and knows where the fish are. He took the time to make sure my kids were casting properly and made sure they were never out of bait. We all enjoyed the trip and caught a lot of fish.

    Andrew H. | August 7, 2024

    Trip: Inshore Trip - 23 parker custom

  • ★★★★★
    Great trip with Kyle, he was very accommodating to our variety of fishing experiences!! Some caught on the first cast!! Fun times had by all!

    Jennifer A. | July 10, 2024

    Trip: Inshore swfl

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great time. Very knowledgeable and capable guide. Fishing can be tough and there was a lot of pressure from other people. We moved several times to stay on the fish and Capt. Bobby seemed to alway know exactly where to find them. We caught a lot including snook, trout, and redfish. Highly recommend, kid friendly, quality boat and equipment.

    Caleb Z. | June 24, 2024

    Trip: Placida Inshore Experience

  • ★★★★★
    Jack was awesome to work with. We had bad weather and he went out of his way to reschedule and get us to the best fishing spots. Very laid back and helpful. He gave us great insight and tips for the local area.

    Holly H. | June 15, 2024

    Trip: Gnarly Nearshore fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Hey there Tim was great! Lillie was a great 1st mate! Caught some fish, always good. But also got a great trip out on the water! Dolphins were out and about; great to be out in God’s country!

    Charles M. | May 8, 2024

    Trip: Inshore Trip - 23 parker custom

  • ★★★★★
    Dan was awesome and we had a great time!!! Highly recommend using Dan, well worth the money we paid and more!!

    Kyle L. | May 2, 2024

    Trip: Fort Myers / Sanibel Inshore Action

  • ★★★★★
    We had an outstanding fishing trip with Captain Jack, and caught our target species at the first location of the day. In my experience this is rare. The snook were big, hungry, and plentiful. My son and his friend were astounded by the 30 inch snook's ability to fight. We had a great time, and I highly recommend Jack.

    Paul T. | April 8, 2024

    Trip: Back Bay (Shallow Water)

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Jack was right on time & immediately ready to go. We were fishing within 30 minutes more or less. He was very helpful and attentive. No complaints from us. Thanks - MW

    Matthew W. | April 1, 2024

    Trip: Back Bay (Shallow Water)

  • ★★★★★
    ***** - fishing was slow but Captain Jack did all he could to put us on fish

    David P. | March 12, 2024

    Trip: Nearshore Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Great trip! Thanks Jack😊

    Stewart M. | March 12, 2024

    Trip: Back Bay (Shallow Water)

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great afternoon with Captain Logan. I appreciated his calmness and friendliness. He surely knows the fishing spots well and we got enough keepers for a nice meal for my visiting relatives. I would definitely call on him again.

    Cathy C. | March 3, 2024

    Trip: 4 - 8 Hour Trips with Capt. Logan

  • ★★★★★
    Tuff day on the water but captain jack still got us on some fish good kid with a great future ahead

    Justin W. | February 25, 2024

    Trip: Back Bay (Shallow Water)

  • ★★★★★
    Capt Tim was spot on gave us a fantastic trip to remember and put is on fish at ever point. Book him and be sure to ask him to bring Lilly along, best First Mate ever. Thanks For a great time Tim VR Mike Foy and Crew

    Foy M. | January 25, 2024

    Trip: Inshore Trip - 23 parker custom

  • ★★★★★
    Had a GREAT time with Brandon! Very knowledgeable and put us on fish quickly. We will definitely be booking him again!

    Andrew P. | January 23, 2024

    Trip: Cape Coral Inshore Excursion

  • ★★★★★
    Inland fishing was fun and we got quite a few fish

    Kerri S. | July 14, 2023

    Trip: Inshore Fishing Charter

  • ★★★★★
    Tom and Ryan are the best in the area. Great guys to hangout with. They go above and beyond on what you think to expect Very experienced, they no where the fish are and how they are bitting, also they are very patient on teaching with every skill level. We as group have booked with him twice, and there will be no others that we even think to book with in this area.

    Matt C. | June 28, 2023

    Trip: Big Fish in Fort Myers

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Tom is a seasoned captain with great experience on the gulf. Super easy to get along with and will show all types of fisherman a day full of action and a cooler full of fish. We had the best experience on our 6 hour trip offshore. We caught many grouper and snapper and as a bonus we pulled a Goliath grouper. We plan on using Captain Tom’s services again to do some sport fishing. Overall 10 out of 10. Big shout out to the first mate Ryan. Class act, and was always ready to assist and make it happen. His humor is an integral part of the overall success!! Can’t thank these guys enough!

    Michael H. | June 1, 2023

    Trip: Big Fish in Fort Myers

  • ★★★★★
    Although the captain did a decent job trolling over hundreds of tarpon, we failed to hook up one tarpon. Not sure if it was the bait, surf or what?? The captain didn’t have an explanation either.

    Rod T. | May 30, 2023

    Trip: Boca Trophy Tarpon - 95% Success

  • ★★★★★
    Excellent captain and we had a good time

    Lesley A. | May 20, 2023

    Trip: Boca Trophy Tarpon - 95% Success

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