Sight Casting Charters In Santa Rosa Beach

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Inshore Fishing Charter in Santa Rosa Beach

Inshore Insanity

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24 ft 1 - 6 People From $83 / person

Inshore Fishing Charter in Santa Rosa Beach

Destin Inshore - 23’ Cape Horn

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23 ft 1 - 6 People From $150 / person
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Inshore, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Panama City Beach

Half Day/4 Hr

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25 ft 1 - 4 People From $194 / person
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Inshore Fishing Charter in Panama City Beach

Inshore Slammin' - 22' Pathfinder

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18 ft 1 - 3 People From $250 / person

Inshore, Jetty, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Niceville

Destin Gulf Fishing

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22 ft 1 - 6 People From $133 / person

Deep Sea Fishing Charter in Fort Walton Beach

Bad-to-the-Bone Full Day Trip

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34 ft 1 - 6 People From $650 / person

Most Popular Types of Sight Casting Trips in Santa Rosa Beach

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Sight fishing in the panhandle is an exhilarating experience that should be on any angler's bucket list! Whether you're a seasoned pro or a novice, it's a great way to fish and provides a unique challenge! The opportunity to see your "prey "before casting your line is an entirely different experience from blind casting, and it requires both speed and accuracy to be successful. On this trip with Captain Scott, you'll be heading out to chase all the panhandle classics: Redfish, jack cravalle, tarpon. To make the most of your trip, it's important to come prepared. Captain Scott will provide the gear and the expertise, but it's recommended that you practice your cast before coming down. There's nothing worse than hearing "Tarpon, eleven o'clock!" and not being able to successfully place the fly or the lure. Bring your "A game" and a great attitude, as sight fishing requires focus and perseverance. The "double haul" technique is especially useful in these conditions, as it allows for longer and more accurate casts. If you're new to fishing or bringing someone who is, let your guide know ahead of time so they can tailor the trip to your skill level. Overall, a sight fishing the panhandle is an unforgettable experience that combines the beauty of the Florida with the thrill of the chase. With the right preparation and a little luck, you'll have the opportunity to land some of the most sought-after game fish in the world. So bring your gear, your enthusiasm, and your sense of adventure, and get ready for an incredible day on the water! Read More

Inshore Fishing Charter in Rosemary Beach

30A Fly Fishing And Light Tackle

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18 ft 1 - 2 People From $250 / person
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Hop aboard with Captain Harry and gear up for an exciting day of fishing along the Florida coast! Departing from Port St. Joe, you'll explore the rich inshore waters of this pristine area, offering fantastic fishing opportunities without the need for long journeys. During this 4-hour excursion, Captain Harry will guide you through the beautiful bays and estuaries near Port St. Joe, where you'll target Redfish and Speckled Trout. Using classic light tackle and live bait, you'll have the chance to hook these prized catches. Whether you're an experienced angler or a beginner, Captain Harry is here to provide expert guidance and share valuable tips to help you reel in a memorable catch. For your adventure, you'll board Captain Harry's 18' Maverick skiff, an ideal vessel for navigating shallow waters and pursuing Redfish up onto the flats. While this skiff is most comfortable for two anglers, it can accommodate three if needed. While we encourage catch and release, Captain Harry is more than happy to clean and package any fish you choose to keep. He'll supply all the necessary fishing gear, including rods, reels, and tackle, as well as providing ice, water, bait, and fishing licenses. Feel free to bring along any additional food or drinks you'd like for your trip. Please note that spray sunscreen is not permitted onboard. Secure your booking today and prepare for an unforgettable fishing experience in Port St. Joe! Read More

Deep Sea, Flats, Inshore, Jetty Fishing Charter in Panama City Beach

PCB Slammin’ - 22’ Pathfinder And 24’ Epic

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127 ft 1 - 3 People From $250 / person

Not looking to spend a whole day offshore, but still want some quality fishing? This is what you're looking for! There is a reason this is our most popular trip, and you should come see for yourself! You will troll to your first fishing spot and during your return to shore (and in between, time permitting), but your main focus will be bottom-fishing. On our 6 Hour Private Fishing Charter, you can expect to target species like Vermillion Snapper (Mingo Snapper), White Snapper, Black Snapper, and Porgys on the bottom; and you will be trolling for King Mackerel, Bonito, Mahi, and Wahoo across the top. Seasonally, we will be chasing after the Red Snapper as well- a global favorite for catching and eating, and it's not uncommon to stumble across some Groupers! If you're a casual angler, this trip is right up your alley as it is very relaxing and manageable for most. Don't be fooled, though- anything can and DOES happen in the Gulf of Mexico! Thank you for your interest in this booking, please let us know if you have any questions. Lets go fishing! Notes: A 3% Payment Proccessing fee will apply for all online, credit card, or digital wallet transactions and will be assessed and collected at the dock. No fees apply for payments made with cash/business check. Please remember- deckhands humbly work hard for and graciously accept tips. Customary gratuity is 20% of trip price and can be accepted before or after your trip. Thank you for your generosity! Read More

Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Destin

Destin 6 Hour Private Fishing Charter

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65 ft 1 - 30 People From $240 / person

The sunny waters off of Destin, FL are home to some of the best nearshore sportfishing species, and you'll be able to take a shot at them all with Captain Jonathan! Cast out towards underwater structure and wrecks for Sheepshead, Triggerfish, Grouper, and Snapper, and then get ready to battle these tough fish to the surface. To get at these bottom-living species, you'll be dropping your bait and lures deep and jigging to get their attention. Captain Jonathan knows how to put you on the fish, but once you're hooked up, it's your strength, stamina, and skill versus some of the brawniest fish that the Gulf has to offer. Captain Jonathan will come prepared with everything you need for a successful and comfortable charter. He'll supply the rods, reels, bait, tackle—and most importantly, his expertise in these waters. To maximize your experience, bring proper clothing, a hat, polarized sunglasses, and sunscreen. On the morning of the trip, you'll set out aboard his 31' sportfisher, the ideal craft for the nearshore waters off of Destin. Get ready for a fun and fishy day! Read More

Nearshore Fishing Charter in Shalimar

Nearshore Reefs And Wrecks

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43 ft 1 - 6 People From $150 / person

Captain Jim invites anglers of all levels of expertise too join him for a great time on the water down in PCB. Panama City fishing means a lot of fish biting year-round. They are up and running, always hungry. With your experienced captain Jim, this image will come true – he’ll put you on fish and make sure you enjoy it. You’ll have your water adventure on board a brand new 25’ Key West boat, built-in 2020 and equipped with the latest navigational gadgets to give you speed and precision. It can accommodate up to 6 anglers who will go around reefs and wrecks, or brave further out. The vessel has a live bait box, an icebox to keep your catch cool, and all the necessary safety equipment. You can choose from rich fishing grounds of these waters – go for Amberjack, Cobia, tasty Snapper, the likes of Mahi Mahi, Wahoo, or the occasional Sailfish. Panama City Beach is blessed with numerous species near the coastline and offshore, and with the experienced crew, you’re in for a treat. Read More

Nearshore Fishing Charter in Panama City Beach

Panama City Beach Nearshore Run

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25 ft 1 - 6 People From $150 / person

Inshore bay fishing for Redfish is Captain Josh's all-time favorite way to fish, and that's really saying something, considering how much fishing he's done. There's truly no better way to enjoy the water and get some great fights that hooking Bull Reds in shallow water. In addition to Redfish, there's also a good chance you'll hook Black Drum, Sheepshead, Spotted Seatrout, Ladyfish, and more on this trip. On this trip, you'll be casting lures and baits, especially shrimp under popping corks, to draw in big bites. When a Red hits that hook, get ready for a tussle! These fish make great runs, and will do their best to tire you out before you bring them over the rail. You'll be fishing aboard Captain Joshua's 25' Sea Hunt bay boat, which is perfectly suited to inshore fishing! She features a 300-HP Yamaha engine to get you out on the best fishing grounds fast, and also has a bathroom to keep you fishing. In addition, she sports multiple live wells for bait, plus a full suite of Simrad electronics and a trolling motor to sneak up on the fish! Everything you need, from rods and reels to bait and tackle, is included! All you need to bring is proper clothing and a smile—no sunscreen needed on a night trip! Read More

Inshore Fishing Charter in Destin

Destin Rod-Bender

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25 ft 1 - 6 People From $167 / person
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Everything to Know About Booking a Santa Rosa Beach sight casting charter

What are the best sight casting charters in Santa Rosa Beach?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 39 sight casting trips in Santa Rosa Beach, and the most popular trips in the area are Inshore Insanity guided by Hunter and Destin Inshore - 23’ Cape Horn guided by Nick.

Our guides in Santa Rosa Beach are rated a 4.78 out of 5 based on 2402 verified reviews on Captain Experiences.

All guides on Captain Experiences are licensed, insured, and 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.

Other popular cities nearby for booking a Sight Casting charter include Destin, Fort Walton Beach and Panama City Beach.

Looking for kid friendly sight casting guides in Santa Rosa Beach? Check out our beginner and family friendly sight casting guides in Santa Rosa Beach.

What types of sight casting charters are common in Santa Rosa Beach?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular for sight casting in Santa Rosa Beach as well as inshore fishing, nearshore fishing, and flats fishing.

The most commonly sought after species for sight casting in Santa Rosa Beach are: 1. redfish, 2. red snapper, 3. mahi mahi, and 4. amberjack.

How much do Santa Rosa Beach sight casting fishing charters cost?

for sight casting in Santa Rosa Beach prices can range anywhere from an affordable $350 to $3,000 and up, but the average price for a half day trip for sight casting in Santa Rosa Beach is $790. The average price for a full day trip for sight casting in Santa Rosa Beach is $4,756.

What month is best for on a sight casting charter in Santa Rosa Beach?

The most popular season to go on a sight casting charter in Santa Rosa Beach is summer, and most anglers book their trips 16 days in advance.

Do I need a Santa Rosa Beach fishing license and what are the bag limits in Santa Rosa Beach?

You’re in luck! Our fishing tours in Santa Rosa Beach don’t require you to purchase a fishing license – your group is covered by your boat’s captain. See here for more information on bag limits and fishing season regulations in Santa Rosa Beach.

Recent Reviews of Captain Experiences

  • ★★★★★
    Marvin was the perfect captain for our 6- and 9-year-old girls. Very patient and attuned to the kids. Looking forward to our next fishing trip with him!

    Eleanor M. with Marvin G. of Santa Rosa Beach, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great trip and caught are limit of red snapper.

    Reid M. with Nick T. of Santa Rosa Beach, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    captain Marvin worked hard for us fishing was rough with conditions of the day would book again . only thing was when paying the bill I was surprised to find out that my $138.00 deposit and 35.00 taxes was not part of the total trip price quoted. the final price with deposit and taxes came out to be $863.00 not $690.00 and that's what I paid . plus including tip of $120.00 witch I felt was deserved Not sure why this came out this way but I found this misleading quoted $690.00 total price paid $863.00 plus tip I was told that that's the way it works at captain experience . not the way I was use to

    Ronald J. with Marvin G. of Santa Rosa Beach, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Trey was awesome. The wind was high, water was rough and bite was slow but Trey worked very hard to find fish. We only caught 1 redfish but it was not from a lack of trying. He talked and cut jokes with the kids and made the day fun. He kept “Bocephus” rocking the radio too. I will definitely book with Trey next time we’re in town.

    Scotty L. with Trey S. of Santa Rosa Beach, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    We had Brandon as our Captain and he was great. we probably covered 80 miles looking for Tarpon and found 5 schools but we couldnt get them to bite. We did hook a couple of different fish in a school but they got off. Our captain did everything he could and was none stop looking to try and get us on fish. I would for sure go back out and try again. Thanks for experience and hope to see you again sometime in the future.

    Allan M. with Brandon S. of Santa Rosa Beach, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Marvin was awesome. He took time to answer my kids questions, was very professional. Also he got us on the fish, we were even able to be reeling them in all at the same time. We will definitely be going back to Captain Marvin when we visit next year.

    Eric B. with Marvin G. of Santa Rosa Beach, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    Great trip! Brandon was fantastic! Very knowledgeable and patient with the 2 teens I had with me. I would recommend for both beginners and experienced anglers.

    Bryan H. with Brandon S. of Santa Rosa Beach, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    Unfortunately we all wet shut out for the day but Captain Trey tried really hard to find fish.

    Andy M. with Trey S. of Santa Rosa Beach, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Jimmy was awesome! The weather was not co-operating with us, but the Captain did everything that he could to get us on fish. we did catch a few - they just we not big enough to keep (spotted trout were 13" - 14") I think the Captain was more upset about us not catching fish than we were. Thank you Captain Jimmy!

    Terry V. with Jimmy E. of Santa Rosa Beach, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Jimmy is a gentleman and a scholar! I had one of the best days on the water. This was my first time salt water fishing and he got me hooked 🪝!!

    Charlie P. with Jimmy E. of Santa Rosa Beach, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great time with Nick. I love when a guide is so determined to get you on the fish that they’re almost stressed when they’re not biting. Nick refused to allow the fish to hide. He busted his butt to get everyone to their red snapper limit and we even ended up fishing a bit over the time we had allotted to make sure we had our best shot. We had a blast, and I would definitely recommend Nick. We’re going home with a cooler full of snapper, so that’s a win!

    Brad L. with Nick T. of Santa Rosa Beach, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    Jimmy thank you for being a great guide and person. You helped make the trip memorable we appreciate it very much.

    Herbert G. with Jimmy E. of Santa Rosa Beach, Florida

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