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Bountiful Backwaters Of Sarasota

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100% (5) Guided by Darius
23 ft 1 - 5 People From $550
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Beach Fishing: Family-Friendly

100% (1) Guided by Steven
1 - 4 People From $390
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Tarpon Trips Sarasota

100% (5) Guided by Darius
23 ft 1 - 4 People From $900
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Sarasota Fishing - 20' Sea Pro

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20 ft 1 - 6 People From $500
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Everything to Know About Booking a Sarasota fly fishing charter

What are the best fly fishing charters in Sarasota?

The best fly fishing charters in Sarasota are:

Why should I book a fly fishing charter in Sarasota with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 9 fly fishing trips in Sarasota, and the most popular trips in the area are Bountiful Backwaters of Sarasota guided by , Sarasota Inshore/Nearshore guided by , and Beach Fishing: Family-Friendly guided by .

Our guides in Sarasota are rated a 4.86 out of 5 based on 4391 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 fly fishing guides / fishing lessons in Sarasota? Check out our beginner and family friendly fly fishing guides in Sarasota.

What types of fly fishing charters are common in Sarasota?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing for fly fishing in Sarasota as well as inshore fishing, nearshore fishing, and flats fishing.

The most commonly sought after species for fly fishing in Sarasota are: 1. snook, 2. redfish, 3. mangrove snapper, 4. cobia, and 5. gag grouper.

How much do Sarasota fly fishing charters cost?

Prices for fly fishing in Sarasota can range anywhere from about $500 to $1,900, but the average price for a half day trip for fly fishing in Sarasota is $839. The average price for a full day trip for fly fishing in Sarasota is $1,230.

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 on a fly fishing charter in Sarasota?

The most popular season to go on a fly fishing charter in Sarasota is spring, and most anglers book their trips 43 days in advance.

Do I need a Sarasota fishing license and what are the bag limits in Sarasota?

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

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Nick, got us on the fish. He was very patient and taught me a lot about fly fishing for Red Fish. I fly fish streams a rivers out west where I live so this was a different experience. I highly recommend Captain Nick and will be back in the future.

    Rich S. | April 18, 2025

    Trip: Fly Fishing / Artificial

  • ★★★★★
    We had a fantastic day fishing with Captain Justin. He was helpful and knowledgeable. We enjoyed his company and appreciated his expertise. We will be booking again the next time we are in the Fort Myers area.

    Tracie S. | April 1, 2025

    Trip: Inshore Insanity Ft Myers Beach

  • ★★★★★
    Great trip! Thank you

    Chris R. | March 29, 2025

    Trip: Tampa Bay Fishing - 22’ Aguasport

  • ★★★★★
    We recently have an awesome trip with Roland. He was extreamly patient with our Grand kids that were along. I would highly recommend this excursion to anyone. Jane

    Jane N. | March 27, 2025

    Trip: Inshore Fishing Charter Cape Coral

  • ★★★★★
    Wade did great! He put us on fish within the first 20 minutes of being on his boat and we were catching fish the entire trip. He did great helping our kids learn how to catch and reel in the fish.

    Jacob F. | March 25, 2025

    Trip: St. Petersburg Inshore Adventures

  • ★★★★★
    Great day. Recommend Justin and will use him on future trips.

    Sean V. | March 24, 2025

    Trip: Inshore Insanity Ft Myers Beach

  • ★★★★★
    Great time! Put us on fish the whole trip! Would highly recommend.

    John E. | March 16, 2025

    Trip: Sarasota Inshore/Nearshore

  • ★★★★★
    Tony was excellent he worked hard to get us fish. My friends and I had a great time will definitely book with him again!

    Dan M. | March 13, 2025

    Trip: Bountiful Backwaters of Sarasota

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Roland was fantastic! He put us into several different areas, targeting several species and delivered our goal of taking home fresh catch for dinner. We caught snook, snapper, convict fish and sea trout. An altogether great experience for the four of us. We highly recommend and will be back next season for another outing!!

    Scott M. | March 10, 2025

    Trip: Inshore Fishing Charter Cape Coral

  • ★★★★★
    Had a fantastic morning on the water with Captain Nick! He is a great guide, coach & company on the water. He knows the waters, and the fish and was patient & encouraging when I had a bad cast or failed to set the hook. I did manage to land a nice black drum that is on the menu for my in-laws tonight. I'll be back soon with our three young men!

    Christopher J. | March 1, 2025

    Trip: Fly Fishing / Artificial

  • ★★★★★
    We had a blast!!

    Brady E. | February 27, 2025

    Trip: Sarasota Inshore/Nearshore

  • ★★★★★
    Leighton was experienced, knowledgeable, personable, and a fantastic guide. We were very pleased with our trip and will definitely use him again. We could not be happier.

    John L. | February 26, 2025

    Trip: Fly Fishing Port Charlotte

  • ★★★★★
    Punctual with a nice clean boat. Covered a number of different areas focussed on snook or redfish by fly fishing while working around occasional wind and sometimes waiting for the sun to reappear from behind a cloud. Saw a number of skittish fish and put in almost 6 hours of casting both sight and blind, but unfortunately none took the flies. None the less enjoyed the day and got along well with Nick, a very enjoyable guide and captain. Thank you

    David N. | February 19, 2025

    Trip: Fly Fishing / Artificial

  • ★★★★★
    Had a great time. Experiences we will never forget. We will for sure be booking with Roland again.

    Cody T. | January 26, 2025

    Trip: Inshore Fishing Charter Cape Coral

  • ★★★★★
    Knowledgeable, friendly, courteous and most important… he took us to where the fish were biting. Had a great experience and caught plenty of fish for dinner. He was patient with all of us and attentive as well. Fished multiple spots. Kept the trip moving. I would recommend.

    Robert T. | January 3, 2025

    Trip: Bountiful Backwaters of Sarasota

  • ★★★★★
    Awesome Captain. Great boat and equipment. Got us on fish quickly and we caught fish the whole trip! He has a great attitude and is very personable. He tries to cater your trip to your level of fishing experience and what species you are targeting to get the best results for you. Highly recommend booking a charter with him! We will book another charter with him if we are in the area again.

    Paula H. | December 21, 2024

    Trip: Inshore Fishing Charter Cape Coral

  • ★★★★★
    My son and I had a wonderful time!! We will definitely be back again!! Thank you Charlie!

    Mae W. | November 26, 2024

    Trip: Fort Myers Inshore Angling

  • ★★★★★
    He was great in every way!!! On time, professional and he definitely put me on fish!!! Highly recommended!! Tom Trainer

    Thomas T. | September 7, 2024

    Trip: Clearwater Florida Shallow Water Sightfishing

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great fishing trip with Captain Wade. I booked our trip for my boyfriend’s 40th birthday for us, and 3 of his friends. Wade had everything we needed and more and provided a fun and laid back experience. We all caught a handful of fish, myself included, who had never fished before. I highly recommend!!

    Rachel B. | July 13, 2024

    Trip: St. Petersburg Inshore Adventures

  • ★★★★★
    Booked this for my son’s birthday trying to get him to enjoy the outdoors again. We had a great time,I was thrilled when he asked if we could go again! Thank you so much for a great day! Jeannette & Kai

    Jeannette F. | June 15, 2024

    Trip: Bountiful Backwaters of Sarasota

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