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Deep Sea Fishing in Panama City Beach

Deep Sea Fishing Adventures - CH

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44 ft 1 - 14 People From $1,740
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Nearshore Fishing in Destin

Fall Special Deal 27

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27 ft 1 - 12 People From $1,269
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Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in St. Augustine

6 Hour Offshore

100% (13)
24 ft 1 - 8 People From $850
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Deep Sea Fishing in Pensacola

Emerald Coast Deep Water Trip

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28 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,250
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Inshore, Nearshore, Flats in Bokeelia

Cape Coral Inshore Excursion

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22 ft 1 - 6 People From $550
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Inshore, Nearshore, Flats in Marco Island

Morning 2,4,or 8 Hour Inshore Trip

100% (31)
18 ft 1 - 6 People From $450

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Deep Sea, Nearshore, Jetty in Key West

Ultimate Action Fishing In Key West

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33 ft 1 - 12 People From $850
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Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in Venice

Nearshore Fishing Venice

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25 ft 1 - 4 People From $900
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Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in Key West

Key West Mixed Bag Trip

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Nearshore Fishing in Panama City

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22 ft 1 - 4 People From $700
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Nearshore Fishing in Key West

6-8 Hour Reef & Wreck

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40 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,200
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Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in Lantana

Big Boat Three Quarter Day

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Everything to Know About Booking a Florida red grouper fishing charter

What are the best red grouper fishing charters in Florida?

The best red grouper fishing charters in Florida are:

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

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 83 red grouper trips in Florida, and the most popular trips in the area are Deep Sea Fishing Adventures - CH guided by Mike, Fall Special Deal 27 guided by Jeff, and 6 Hour Offshore guided by Tony.

Our guides in Florida are rated a 4.88 out of 5 based on 9603 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 Florida? Check out our beginner and family friendly red grouper guides in Florida.

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

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing for red grouper in Florida as well as nearshore fishing, inshore fishing, and flats fishing.

The most common fishing techniques in Florida are bottom fishing, live bait fishing, and trolling but light tackle fishing and heavy tackle fishing are popular as well.

How much do Florida red grouper fishing charters cost?

Prices for red grouper in Florida can range anywhere from about $800 to $4,923, but the average price for a half day trip for red grouper in Florida is $1,378. The average price for a full day trip for red grouper in Florida is $3,096.

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 Florida?

The most popular season for red grouper fishing in Florida is summer, and most anglers book their trips 7 days in advance.

Do I need a Florida fishing license for red grouper and what are the bag limits for red grouper in Florida?

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

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    This was an amazing experience! I gifted it to my husband and his buddy. They found Captain Vasiliy knowledgeable, had a great time with him and caught quite a bit of fish with him which we all grilled up for dinner. Everything about the experience was A+. The guys hope to to this trip again with the same Captain. Thanks so much Captain Vasiliy for the perfect guys fishing trip! Rosanna Ambrosio I have a great shot of you with the guys heading out but couldn't upload. Will send to your cell and maybe you can :)

    Rosanna G. | October 17, 2026

    Trip: 6 Hour Sarasota Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Had a great time with Brandon . He put us on the fish, and was knowledgeable about using the right techniques, and tackle. We also had fish to eat for the rest of our trip ! Thanks Brandon !!!!!

    Ted B. | September 30, 2026

    Trip: Cape Coral Inshore Excursion

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great time out on the water with Captain Jerry! He made sure we had ice, water, and plenty of bait. The weather kept us inland a little bit but he was flexible and moved to where the fish were. Our boys were very excited to catch two sharks, two pufferfish, a catfish, and several other types of fish, some of which we were able to keep for dinner. Thanks Captain Jerry!

    Amy G. | September 25, 2026

    Trip: Fishing Inshore/Nearshore

  • ★★★★★
    We had a blast. The captain is was attentive and fun to be with. We will definitely do it again.

    Gregory W. | September 23, 2026

    Trip: 6 Hour Sarasota Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great experience ( Remi was pregnant with Enzo who is 7 now ) with the crew on Saturday. They were very attentive to Enzo & helped him catch a rare fish .

    Eliman G. | September 14, 2026

    Trip: Daily Reef Fishing (Shared Trip)

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