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Deep Sea Fishing in St. Augustine

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Port Orange Offshore Adventure

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Gulfstream Trolling & Bottom Fish

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Authentic Local Inshore Experience

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Deep Sea Fishing in St. Augustine

Full Day Trip - 31' Contender

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Inshore, Flats Fishing in St. Augustine

St. Augustine Inshore Hook-Up

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Deep Water Bottom Fishing

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Offshore Adventure - 30’ Albemarle

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Deep Sea Fishing in St. Augustine

Extended Day Adventure

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Nearshore Fishing in St. Augustine

Summertime Special

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Offshore Hook-Up

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Inshore, Nearshore, Flats in St. Augustine

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Inshore Fishing in St. Augustine

Inshore Adventure - 19' Polarized

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Everything to Know About Booking a St. Augustine deep dropping charter

Why should I book a deep dropping charter in St. Augustine with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 10 deep dropping trips in St. Augustine, and the most popular trips in the area are 8 Hour Offshore guided by Christopher, 8 Hour Offshore Trip guided by Adam, and Offshore Big Game **TIPS INCLUDED** guided by Tommy.

Our guides in St. Augustine are rated a 5 out of 5 based on 6375 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 deep dropping guides / fishing lessons in St. Augustine? Check out our beginner and family friendly deep dropping guides in St. Augustine.

What types of deep dropping charters are common in St. Augustine?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing for deep dropping in St. Augustine.

The most commonly sought after species for deep dropping in St. Augustine are: 1. cobia, 2. gag grouper, 3. red snapper, 4. amberjack, and 5. kingfish.

How much do St. Augustine deep dropping fishing charters cost?

Prices for deep dropping in St. Augustine can range anywhere from about $948 to $5,000, but the average price for a half day trip for deep dropping in St. Augustine is $1,659. The average price for a full day trip for deep dropping in St. Augustine is $2,891.

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 deep dropping charter in St. Augustine?

The most popular season to go on a deep dropping charter in St. Augustine is fall, and most anglers book their trips 13 days in advance.

Do I need a St. Augustine fishing license and what are the bag limits in St. Augustine?

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

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great time! We would highly recommend Captain Nick!

    Sid W. | November 29, 2025

    Trip: Port Orange Offshore Adventure

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great time with Captain Brad and Ryan ! Good people good conversation and tons of experience. Looking forward to Snook season.

    Kenneth S. | August 17, 2025

    Trip: New Smyrna Deep Sea Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Brad & Ryan were both great!

    Linda A. | June 10, 2025

    Trip: New Smyrna Deep Sea Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Awesome day on the water. Will definitely be back

    Steve E. | September 21, 2024

    Trip: 8 Hour Offshore Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Brad was awesome! We were part of his crew and although it wasn’t the greatest of water conditions, we still ended the day with fun fishing. Would highly recommend Brad. We will be back

    Bryan S. | August 29, 2024

    Trip: New Smyrna Deep Sea Fishing

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