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Calm Water Fishing Adventure

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Everything to Know About Booking a Sarasota permit fishing charter

What are the best permit fishing charters in Sarasota?

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

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 10 permit trips in Sarasota, and the most popular trips in the area are Calm Water Inshore Fishing Charter guided by , Calm Water Fishing Adventure guided by , and Kid's Trip guided by .

Our guides in Sarasota are rated a 4.97 out of 5 based on 4361 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 live bait fishing, light tackle fishing, and bottom fishing but artificial lure fishing and trolling are popular as well.

How much do Sarasota permit fishing charters cost?

Prices for permit in Sarasota can range anywhere from about $583 to $2,340, but the average price for a half day trip for permit in Sarasota is $866. The average price for a full day trip for permit in Sarasota is $1,573.

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 spring, and most anglers book their trips 9 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

  • ★★★★★
    Cody was amazing. I have two teenage daughters and he was very patient and helpful. We caught over 80 fish in 3.5 hours. It was a great experience!! We caught Sea Trout, Ladyfish, Catfish, Jack Fish, Spanish Mackerel, and Flounder. When we return to Sarasota, we will be giving Cody a call for another trip.

    Ryan G. | April 4, 2025

    Trip: Southwest Florida Fishing Adventure

  • ★★★★★
    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 time with Billy today (3/24/25). He went out of his way to make the kids smile! Much appreciated sir

    Brent T. | March 24, 2025

    Trip: Inshore Bay/flats

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

    Sean V. | March 24, 2025

    Trip: Inshore Insanity Ft Myers Beach

  • ★★★★★
    James was great and put us on the fish right away. Knowledgeable and friendly, our family had a great time.

    Brandon C. | March 21, 2025

    Trip: Fort Myers/Sanibel Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Great day on the water!! James was very kind and very helpful. We enjoyed it so much we were glad we booked 2 fishing days with him! Thank you so much! Your a part of our families memories here in Fort Meyer The Roers

    Beth R. | March 12, 2025

    Trip: Fort Myers/Sanibel Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Amazing 2 days of fishing with Captain James! He is pleasant, knowledgeable and extremely helpful. He worked hard for us both days! I would highly recommend fishing with him! Thanks James. All the best to you our new friend! The Roers family

    Beth R. | March 12, 2025

    Trip: Fort Myers/Sanibel Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    James was GREAT! We had a wonderful time! He is very knowledgeable about the water and fishing and taught us a ton. He was very patient with my two boys and really catered to them! Would recommend!!!

    Amber M. | February 16, 2025

    Trip: Fort Myers/Sanibel Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Billy was great! He put us on fish multiple times. He helped my 12 year old son catch almost 20 fish.

    Isaac H. | February 16, 2025

    Trip: Inshore Bay/flats

  • ★★★★★
    James is one incredible individual above the captain title, with that said he moved us around on top of fish all day. Incredibly easy going and ask us exactly what we wanted and man did he deliver. Equipment was fantastic, boat is very nice and has tons of live bait. We couldn’t be happier with this charter and will absolutely take this trip again. I highly recommend as this was above and beyond an incredible experience!!!

    Lance M. | February 13, 2025

    Trip: Fort Myers/Sanibel Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Great trip!

    Amy S. | February 1, 2025

    Trip: Inshore Bay/flats

  • ★★★★★
    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

  • ★★★★★
    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

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