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Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in Sarasota

8 Hours Fishing Trip

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27 ft 1 - 6 People From $700
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Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in Sarasota

Sarasota Offshore W/ Capt Mike

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29 ft 1 - 6 People From $995
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Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in Bradenton

Nearshore/offshore

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22 ft 1 - 10 People From $800
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Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in Clearwater

8 Hour Trip – Predator Pursuit

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Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in Nokomis

Nokomis Offshore/Nearshore

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39 ft 1 - 6 People From $2,200
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Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in Clearwater

12 Hour Trip – Wrath Of The Deep

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Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in Clearwater

Clearwater Mixed Bag Offshore

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27 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,650
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Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in Clearwater

All Day Red Snapper

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Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in St. Petersburg

St. Pete Offshore Experience

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32 ft 1 - 6 People From $700
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Deep Sea Fishing in Palmetto

10 Hour Trip – American Red Snapper

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Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in Clearwater

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Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in Bradenton

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Everything to Know About Booking a Sarasota mahi mahi fishing charter

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

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 16 mahi mahi trips in Sarasota, and the most popular trips in the area are 8 Hours Fishing Trip guided by Vasiliy, Sarasota Offshore W/ Capt Mike guided by Michael, and Nearshore/offshore guided by Austin.

Our guides in Sarasota are rated a 4.97 out of 5 based on 6354 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 mahi mahi guides / fishing lessons in Sarasota? Check out our beginner and family friendly mahi mahi guides in Sarasota.

What types of mahi mahi fishing charters are common in Sarasota?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing for mahi mahi in Sarasota as well as nearshore fishing.

The most common fishing techniques in Sarasota are artificial lure fishing, bottom fishing, and drift fishing but jigging and trolling are popular as well.

How much do Sarasota mahi mahi fishing charters cost?

Prices for mahi mahi in Sarasota can range anywhere from about $1,000 to $2,800, but the average price for a half day trip for mahi mahi in Sarasota is $832. The average price for a full day trip for mahi mahi in Sarasota is $2,256.

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 mahi mahi fishing in Sarasota?

The most popular season for mahi mahi fishing in Sarasota is summer, and most anglers book their trips 27 days in advance.

Do I need a Sarasota fishing license for mahi mahi and what are the bag limits for mahi mahi 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

  • ★★★★★
    A very knowledgeable captain, especially on foggy days. Has a great system to catching fish. My wife and two kids loved it.

    Jonathan Y. | December 29, 2025

    Trip: Nearshore/offshore

  • ★★★★★
    Capt. Mike and deck hand Emily were great people to be with on our 4hr near/off shore fishing charter!! There were 6 adults on the boat and it offered enough space and comfort. Me and my daughter mostly sat inside the boat because of our known sea sickness and we still ended up having fun and catching fish. 37 total for our group!! Both Mike and Emily were polite, happy and helpful with baiting,catching, and cleaning our fish if we didn't want too. It was a wonderfully, memorable experience to have with my family. Thank you Mike&Emily and Fishing Experiences 😀A+

    Rebecca M. | December 25, 2025

    Trip: Nearshore/Offshore Clearwater

  • ★★★★★
    Josh and his team were very keen on us having a great time and putting us on the big game fish. His vessel and crew were top notch and many amazing memories were made.

    Gerard E. | December 22, 2025

    Trip: Nokomis Offshore/Nearshore

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Vasily is great!! great conversationalist. Great Guide!! We caught so many fish that i got tired.

    Lewis C. | December 14, 2025

    Trip: 8 Hours Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    My son in law and 2 grandsons booked Captain Mike for a 6 hour trip. All of us had a great time. The Fishing was off but Mike found the fish and we came back with 3 big red grouper. Mike has good equipment and I would recommend him to anyone. Hopefully we can go with him again.

    John W. | December 7, 2025

    Trip: Sarasota Offshore W/ Capt Mike

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