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Nearshore Fishing in Port Canaveral

4-8 Hours Nearshore Morning Trip

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Surf Fishing - 3 Hours

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Space Coast Inshore Flats Fishing

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Inshore, Flats Fishing in Titusville

5 Hour Trip

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Inshore, River, Flats in Mims

Mosquito Lagoon Flats

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Inshore Fishing in Melbourne

3/4 Day Trip Melbourne

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23 ft 1 - 4 People From $550
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Inshore, Flats Fishing in Titusville

7 Hour Trip (October 1 - May 15)

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Inshore Fishing in Melbourne Beach

Surf Fishing - 4 Hours

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Inshore, River, Flats in Melbourne

Inshore Fishing Trip

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Inshore Fishing in Melbourne

Full Day Melbourne Trip

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23 ft 1 - 4 People From $700
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Everything to Know About Booking a Port Canaveral tarpon fishing charter

Why should I book a tarpon fishing charter in Port Canaveral with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 13 tarpon trips in Port Canaveral, and the most popular trips in the area are 4-8 Hours Nearshore Morning Trip guided by David, Cocoa Beach Fishing Charters guided by Tom, and Surf Fishing - 3 Hours guided by Rio.

Our guides in Port Canaveral are rated a 5 out of 5 based on 5945 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 tarpon guides / fishing lessons in Port Canaveral? Check out our beginner and family friendly tarpon guides in Port Canaveral.

What types of tarpon fishing charters are common in Port Canaveral?

Inshore fishing is the most popular type of fishing for tarpon in Port Canaveral as well as river fishing, flats fishing, and nearshore fishing.

The most common fishing techniques in Port Canaveral are artificial lure fishing, sight casting, and topwater fishing but bottom fishing and light tackle fishing are popular as well.

How much do Port Canaveral tarpon fishing charters cost?

Prices for tarpon in Port Canaveral can range anywhere from about $400 to $1,080, but the average price for a half day trip for tarpon in Port Canaveral is $577. The average price for a full day trip for tarpon in Port Canaveral is $782.

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 tarpon fishing in Port Canaveral?

The most popular season for tarpon fishing in Port Canaveral is summer, and most anglers book their trips 26 days in advance.

Do I need a Port Canaveral fishing license for tarpon and what are the bag limits for tarpon in Port Canaveral?

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

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Kenny will put you on the fish! Great experience! Definitely was great fishing

    Shane G. | November 26, 2025

    Trip: Half Day Melbourne

  • ★★★★★
    Great day fishing! Captain Kyler put us on some fish - tarpon, snook, red. Beautiful morning. Will do it again.

    Andrew D. | July 1, 2025

    Trip: Inshore Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Couldn’t recommend enough. Kenny was really knowledgeable, a great coach, had a great set up and made sure we had plenty of decent catches. We also got the opportunity to spot some local wildlife along the way. Would definitely book with him again in the future.

    Lucy M. | April 23, 2025

    Trip: Half Day Melbourne

  • ★★★★★
    Dam good trip with Cap. Kenny, enjoyed our opportunity to fish wit him it was a pleasure to be on his boat with an experienced Cap. THANKS Captain Kenny

    Dan S. | November 5, 2024

    Trip: 3/4 Day Trip Melbourne

  • ★★★★★
    Ken kept us moving all morning and kept us on fish. It was exactly what we hoped for and he delivered. Thanks!

    Tyler B. | July 31, 2024

    Trip: Half Day Melbourne

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