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Inshore, Nearshore Fishing in Sarasota

Southwest Florida Fishing Adventure

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21 ft 1 - 8 People From $600
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore, Flats in Sarasota

Lido Key Inshore

26 ft 1 - 4 People From $525
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Inshore, Nearshore, Flats in Sarasota

Sarasota Inshore/Nearshore

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26 ft 1 - 4 People From $525
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Inshore, Nearshore Fishing in Sarasota

Captain's Choice Sarasota

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25 ft 1 - 12 People From $575
Fishing in Destin
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Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in Sarasota

Red Snapper June 1

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

Sarasota Offshore W/ Capt Mike

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Fishing Inshore/Nearshore

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22 ft 1 - 5 People From $600
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Nearshore Fishing in Bradenton

Bradenton Classic Nearshore

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26 ft 1 - 6 People From $750
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Bradenton Classic Inshore

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26 ft 1 - 6 People From $600
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Nearshore Fishing in Palmetto

4-8 Hour Nearshore Trip

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26 ft 1 - 6 People From $725
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Inshore, Nearshore, Flats in Bradenton

4-8 Hour Inshore Trip

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Everything to Know About Booking a Sarasota permit fishing charter

What are the best permit fishing charters in Sarasota?

The best permit fishing charters in Sarasota are:

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

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 21 permit trips in Sarasota, and the most popular trips in the area are Southwest Florida Fishing Adventure guided by Cody, Lido Key Inshore guided by John, and Sarasota Inshore/Nearshore guided by John.

Our guides in Sarasota are rated a 5 out of 5 based on 9284 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 permit guides / fishing lessons in Sarasota? Check out our beginner and family friendly permit guides in Sarasota.

What types of permit fishing charters are common in Sarasota?

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

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

How much do Sarasota permit fishing charters cost?

Prices for permit in Sarasota can range anywhere from about $700 to $2,375, but the average price for a half day trip for permit in Sarasota is $949. The average price for a full day trip for permit in Sarasota is $1,546.

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 permit fishing in Sarasota?

The most popular season for permit fishing in Sarasota is summer, and most anglers book their trips 32 days in advance.

Do I need a Sarasota fishing license for permit and what are the bag limits for permit 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 guide will always know all the relevant rules and regulations in Sarasota.

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    We had an amazing time fishing with Capt. Mike today!! Pulled in some nice grouper and red snapper!! Recommend at least a 6 hour trip to pull in big fish! On the way back to shore we had the most comfortable ride sitting in beanbags! Would 100% recommend. Shawn and Christine

    Christine D. | August 26, 2026

    Trip: Sarasota Offshore W/ Capt Mike

  • ★★★★★
    If anyone on this website is looking for a charter offshore in Sarasota, use Captain Mike! He is extremely professional, knows what he's doing and got us on the fish. Traveled out 50+ miles into the Gulf of America for a 3/4 day charter with my friends from Long Island and we started pulling grouper over the gunwales within minutes of dropping lines. No red snapper but had at least 20 grouper and a few nice mango snappers. Oh and a Goliath Grouper that found his way back in the rocks and broke off! That one hurt! If we got him up, I'd have been in the water for a pic. We had a killer time with fish, belly laughs and phenomenal weather. One of the best captains I have ever chartered by far! Seriously, this is your guy! While he still has his accent from Southie, he's a Floridian for sure! Had a great time with tight lines and fair winds!

    Andrew M. | August 23, 2026

    Trip: Sarasota Offshore W/ Capt Mike

  • ★★★★★
    Brian was amazing! He was great with our son and we loved the flexibility of the excursion. It was one of the highlights of our trip for sure, and will be great family memories for the future. We have absolutely nothing negative to say - if you’re thinking about booking, do it!

    Ashley K. | August 7, 2026

    Trip: Captain's Choice Sarasota

  • ★★★★★
    John was a great guide. Knowledgeable and got us on some fish. Kids and I had a great time.

    Michael D. | July 30, 2026

    Trip: Sarasota Inshore/Nearshore

  • ★★★★★
    Fishing conditions were tough but Wayne did an excellent job on finding fish and we were able to make it a successful day

    Glenn R. | July 28, 2026

    Trip: 6 Hour Inshore Fishing - Anna Maria

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