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Inshore, Nearshore, Flats Fishing Charter in Sarasota

Family Fishing Sarasota / Siesta Key

NEW Managed by Michael
25 ft 1 - 4 People From $699
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Family Fishing Sarasota / Siesta Key

NEW Managed by Michael
25 ft 1 - 4 People From $599
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Fort Myers/Sanibel Fishing Trip

100% (15) Guided by James
24 ft 1 - 5 People From $475
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Inshore, Nearshore, River, Flats Fishing Charter near Sarasota

Inshore Bay/flats

NEW Guided by Billy
25 ft 1 - 6 People From $500
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Inshore, Flats Fishing Charter near Sarasota

Fly Fishing Charters

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18 ft 1 - 2 People From $500
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Nearshore Fishing Charter near Sarasota

Gnarly Nearshore Fishing

100% (5) Guided by Jack
21 ft 1 - 4 People From $900
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Fishing in Destin
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Sight Fishing With Artificials!

NEW Guided by Paul
16 ft 1 - 4 People From $500
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Inshore, Flats Fishing Charter near Sarasota

Saltwater Fly Fishing Action

NEW Guided by Jay
23 ft 1 - 6 People From $500
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Inshore, Flats Fishing Charter near Sarasota

Inshore Insanity

NEW Guided by Justin
25 ft 1 - 5 People From $550
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Inshore, Flats Fishing Charter near Sarasota

Sight Fishing On The Flats - Fly Fishing

NEW Guided by Paul
16 ft 1 - 4 People From $500
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Nearshore Fishing Charter near Sarasota

NEARSHORE TRIPS

NEW Guided by Gene
24 ft 1 - 12 People From $800
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Nearshore Fishing Charter near Sarasota

Nearshore Combo 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 8 permit trips in Sarasota, and the most popular trips in the area are Family Fishing Sarasota / Siesta Key guided by Michael and Family Fishing Sarasota / Siesta Key guided by Michael.

Our guides in Sarasota are rated a 5 out of 5 based on 3716 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 inshore fishing, nearshore fishing, and flats fishing.

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

How much do Sarasota permit fishing charters cost?

Prices for permit in Sarasota can range anywhere from about $599 to $2,400, but the average price for a half day trip for permit in Sarasota is $843. The average price for a full day trip for permit in Sarasota is $1,520.

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 fall, and most anglers book their trips 18 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 fishing guide will always know the right rules and regulations in Sarasota.

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Great day on water. Very knowledgeable of the waters, fish, and gear.

    Ben A. | November 12, 2024

    Trip: Bradenton Classic Inshore

  • ★★★★★
    We had a wonderful morning with Captain Alex catching redfish, snook and speckled sea trout. He even cleaned our fish for us.

    Beth G. | October 26, 2024

    Trip: Bradenton Classic Inshore

  • ★★★★★
    James is as good as it gets.

    Tom D. | June 17, 2024

    Trip: Fort Myers/Sanibel Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Jack was awesome to work with. We had bad weather and he went out of his way to reschedule and get us to the best fishing spots. Very laid back and helpful. He gave us great insight and tips for the local area.

    Holly H. | June 15, 2024

    Trip: Gnarly Nearshore fishing

  • ★★★★★
    My wife and I had a great day on the water with James. He was personable and informative (marine science degree I believe).He obviously knows his way around the Ft Myers waters. Put us on snook, redfish, trout, and even some grouper and mackerel. He even got my wife to fish and we got to watch her fight a big red. Love his preference to catch and release.Highly recommend. Tons of fun. Thanks James

    Glenn K. | June 3, 2024

    Trip: Fort Myers/Sanibel Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Great guide and person. Fishing was great will be back again someday.

    Nathan G. | May 6, 2024

    Trip: Fort Myers/Sanibel Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Capt. James’ excellent customer care and service was only exceeded by his fishing and boating knowledge. We felt safe and well cared for on a two day trip where both days exceeded our expectations! We experienced great numbers of fish caught, which was exactly what we asked him to provide us! Kudos to a genuinely nice young man who damn sure knows how to help you catch fish and have fun! Good boat and equipment as well. 5 stars easy!

    Patrick M. | April 16, 2024

    Trip: Fort Myers/Sanibel Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    James was excellent. Very knowledgeable and personable. Put us on fish all morning. I would highly recommended him.

    Mike S. | April 7, 2024

    Trip: Fort Myers/Sanibel Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Captain James was amazing. He was very helpful and patient with my kids. Robbie

    Robert G. | April 6, 2024

    Trip: Fort Myers/Sanibel Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    James was a great captain! He and his first mate were great with our kids and super helpful with always keeping bait on and casts in the best spots. He was very knowledgeable about the area, the different types of fish and how to spot the right areas. We would highly recommend taking a day trip with James.

    Erica L. | March 29, 2024

    Trip: Fort Myers/Sanibel Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Captain James is an outstanding guide. He is knowledgable and professional. He is passionate about fishing and conservation. He had us catching fish and showed us an abundance of wildlife. A highly competent Captain (and crew). Thanks Joe. 10/10 we will be booking again!

    Karen L. | March 27, 2024

    Trip: Fort Myers/Sanibel Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    If I could give six stars I would. I probably couldn’t have asked for a better first time experience saltwater fishing. James is clearly passionate about the waters and his knowledge was shown with every question we had answered. James was beyond patient, professional, and cares about his clients’ time. James knew where the action was and put us on some fish. I had an excellent time catching multiple species. Overall, my buddy and I felt welcomed and enjoyed hanging out with James and his mate Joe. Solid dudes. Would recommend booking and I will book again when I’m back in the area. Future charters have some big shoes to fill!

    Sky I. | March 17, 2024

    Trip: Fort Myers/Sanibel Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Captain James really worked hard for us today. What a friendly guy. Thanks James .

    Robin D. | February 15, 2024

    Trip: Fort Myers/Sanibel Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Choosing James to captain our one available day for fishing in Florida was the best choice we made. Very clean boat, and James is very knowledgeable both on fishing and the local scene. We very much enjoyed hanging out with James and catching more fish than we could carry back. Excellent tunes too! Will definitely be hiring James again and recommending to my friends.

    Joe I. | January 23, 2024

    Trip: Fort Myers/Sanibel Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    The trip was everything advertised. Even though James is young, his Fishing knowledge and skills are beyond his years. We had a special request for a target species and he made it happen. A real pleasure.

    David H. | January 9, 2024

    Trip: Fort Myers/Sanibel Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    My family fished with Alex today and everyone had a blast. Great guide and wonderful trip and experience with him and Taylor. Would highly recommend them and we plan to book them again in the future.

    Bill Z. | December 30, 2023

    Trip: Bradenton Classic Inshore

  • ★★★★★
    James did a great job, confirming the trip and getting back to me right away with any question. Amazing experience! Went above and beyond to get us on the fish. Highly recommend! Very pleasant and motivated young man! Great Captain…

    Richard H. | October 21, 2023

    Trip: Fort Myers/Sanibel Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Very good captain! Super friendly and knowledgeable.

    Greg D. | October 10, 2023

    Trip: Fort Myers/Sanibel Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Our trip today was great all the way. We met captain James, on time, at the marina and we were off. We got lucky and the weather was great, water was calm and the fish were biting. Although they were small, we caught a bunch and had a great time. Captain James was very nice, helpful and knew his job well. He got us to the right spots, next time, they will be bigger . we will go again to be sure.

    Stephen Z. | September 14, 2023

    Trip: Fort Myers/Sanibel Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Tom and Ryan are the best in the area. Great guys to hangout with. They go above and beyond on what you think to expect Very experienced, they no where the fish are and how they are bitting, also they are very patient on teaching with every skill level. We as group have booked with him twice, and there will be no others that we even think to book with in this area.

    Matt C. | June 28, 2023

    Trip: Big Fish in Fort Myers

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