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Recently Booked Red Grouper Fishing Charters In Placida, Fl

Fishing in Destin
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Fishing in Destin

Nearshore Fishing in Placida

Nearshore Reef & Wreck Trips

100% (4)
34 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,000
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea Fishing in Englewood

Red Grouper, Snapper, Pompano

100% (4)
36 ft 1 - 12 People From $2,400
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea Fishing in Englewood

6-8 Hour Offshore (Up To 30 Miles)

100% (4)
36 ft 1 - 12 People From $1,850
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Nearshore Fishing in Englewood

Nearshore (Up To 15 Miles)

100% (4)
36 ft 1 - 12 People From $1,200
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea Fishing in Englewood

8 Hour Offshore (Up To 60 Miles)

100% (4)
36 ft 1 - 12 People From $2,600
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea Fishing in Englewood

8 Hour In Englewood

100% (4)
34 ft 1 - 12 People From $2,400

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Fishing in Destin
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Inshore, Nearshore, Flats in Bokeelia

Cape Coral Inshore Excursion

100% (11)
22 ft 1 - 6 People From $550
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Deep Sea Fishing in Bokeelia

Grouper/Snapper 40mi+

100% (1)
34 ft 1 - 12 People From $2,000
Fishing in Destin
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Deep Sea Fishing in Bokeelia

12 Hour In Bokeelia

100% (1)
34 ft 1 - 12 People From $2,800
Veteran Operated
This trip is managed by a veteran of the US armed forces.
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea Fishing in Bokeelia

8 Hour

100% (2)
28 ft 1 - 12 People From $2,200
Veteran Operated
This trip is managed by a veteran of the US armed forces.
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Nearshore Fishing in Bokeelia

6 Hour

100% (2)
28 ft 1 - 12 People From $1,600
Veteran Operated
This trip is managed by a veteran of the US armed forces.
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea Fishing in Bokeelia

10 Hour

100% (2)
28 ft 1 - 12 People From $2,500

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Everything to Know About Booking a Placida red grouper fishing charter

What are the best red grouper fishing charters in Placida?

The best red grouper fishing charters in Placida are:

Why should I book a red grouper fishing charter in Placida with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 23 red grouper trips in Placida, and the most popular trips in the area are Nearshore Reef & Wreck Trips guided by John, Red Grouper, Snapper, Pompano guided by Dave, and 6-8 Hour Offshore (Up To 30 Miles) guided by Dave.

Our guides in Placida are rated a 4.79 out of 5 based on 7439 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 red grouper guides / fishing lessons in Placida? Check out our beginner and family friendly red grouper guides in Placida.

What types of red grouper fishing charters are common in Placida?

Nearshore fishing is the most popular type of fishing for red grouper in Placida.

The most common fishing techniques in Placida are bottom fishing, cut bait fishing, and drift fishing but heavy tackle fishing and light tackle fishing are popular as well.

How much do Placida red grouper fishing charters cost?

Prices for red grouper in Placida can range anywhere from about $985 to $5,200, but the average price for a half day trip for red grouper in Placida is $1,497. The average price for a full day trip for red grouper in Placida is $3,694.

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 red grouper fishing in Placida?

The most popular season for red grouper fishing in Placida is spring, and most anglers book their trips 21 days in advance.

Do I need a Placida fishing license for red grouper and what are the bag limits for red grouper 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

  • ★★★★★
    John is a damn good guide! He is incredible experienced and passionate for fishing. He put us on hot spot with almost none stop actions. We want to come back to do more fishing with him!

    Robert H. | June 5, 2026

    Trip: Nearshore Reef & Wreck Trips

  • ★★★★★
    Trip was a lot of fun and John did a great job hitting different spots for us to catch fish.

    Chad C. | April 20, 2026

    Trip: Nearshore Reef & Wreck Trips

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Josh was fantastic - he took grest care of my family and I, caught a ton a great fish, and enjoyed the amazing boat. He and his assistant were extremely enthusiastic and were great in teaching my kids about fishing in the Gulf. Great times had by all and would greatly recommend him.

    Christopher J. | April 13, 2026

    Trip: Nokomis Offshore/Nearshore

  • ★★★★★
    We had a wonderful trip with Tom! His boat is spacious and co.fortable. and very, very clean. He helped me (a complete novice) to catch 3 fish, while assisting my much more experienced husband. Late in the trip, when we e pressed an interest in seeing one of the coastal towns more closely, he obligigly switched into " tour guide" mode, and steered us into a system of mangrove canals bordered by homes, and told us about the history of the town. We found him to be friendly and we'll informed as well as being a great fisherman. , .

    Douglas S. | April 10, 2026

    Trip: Big Fish In Fort Myers

  • ★★★★★
    This was a very fun experience for our family! Brandon was a great captain and very friendly. We have very little experience with fishing and Brandon made it easy for us and even cleaned our fish!

    Lucretia P. | April 5, 2026

    Trip: Cape Coral Inshore Excursion

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