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Everything to Know About Booking a Punta Gorda black drum fishing charter

Why should I book a black drum fishing charter in Punta Gorda with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 49 black drum trips in Punta Gorda, and the most popular trips in the area are Punta Gorda Inshore guided by Cody, Backbay Fishing Trip guided by Michael, and Back Bay Fishing guided by Eric.

Our guides in Punta Gorda are rated a 4.91 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 black drum guides / fishing lessons in Punta Gorda? Check out our beginner and family friendly black drum guides in Punta Gorda.

What types of black drum fishing charters are common in Punta Gorda?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing for black drum in Punta Gorda as well as inshore fishing, nearshore fishing, and flats fishing.

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

How much do Punta Gorda black drum fishing charters cost?

Prices for black drum in Punta Gorda can range anywhere from about $500 to $2,050, but the average price for a half day trip for black drum in Punta Gorda is $786. The average price for a full day trip for black drum in Punta Gorda is $1,460.

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 black drum fishing in Punta Gorda?

The most popular season for black drum fishing in Punta Gorda is spring, and most anglers book their trips 18 days in advance.

Do I need a Punta Gorda fishing license for black drum and what are the bag limits for black drum in Punta Gorda?

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

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Captain is a real professional!! We were on snook minutes from leaving the dock. We caught Red grouper, gag grouper, mangrove snapper and snook. My wife and I highly recommend Captain James.

    Jack L. | November 15, 2025

    Trip: Fort Myers/Sanibel Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Had a great time catching fish. Billy was patient with us and extremely helpful. 10 out of 10 would recommend!

    Sebastian L. | October 4, 2025

    Trip: Inshore Bay / Flats

  • ★★★★★
    Had an awesome time! Jamie is an awesome dude. Would not hesitate to book with Jamie again.

    Brent N. | August 16, 2025

    Trip: Afternoon Inshore / Nearshore Trip

  • ★★★★★
    James is the man! He knew right where the fish would be. He was also great with our kids helping them and teaching them the ways, especially with our young daughter who beat us all. Both kids had a blast. Our family had a great time! We will definitely be going out with you againa. Thanks again, James!

    Donald S. | August 11, 2025

    Trip: Fort Myers/Sanibel Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    We had a phenomenal experience with James! He was knowledgeable and funny with a clean boat and excellent fishing equipment. Highly recommend ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

    Tammy P. | July 19, 2025

    Trip: Fort Myers/Sanibel Fishing Trip

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