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Inshore, Nearshore, Flats in St. Augustine

Inshore Light Tackle Trip

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25 ft 1 - 8 People From $600
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Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in St. Augustine

Offshore Deep Sea Fishing

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27 ft 1 - 8 People From $575
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, River, Flats in Flagler Beach

Fantastic Flagler Beach Inshore

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21 ft 1 - 4 People From $399
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
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Inshore, Deep Sea, Nearshore in Shalimar

Gulf Of America Fishing! 🎣🎣

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27 ft 1 - 12 People From $775
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea, Nearshore, Boat Cruise in Fort Lauderdale

Big Game Fishing In Fort Lauderdale

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37 ft 1 - 12 People From $900
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore, Flats in Sarasota

Lido Key Inshore

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26 ft 1 - 4 People From $525

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Inshore Fishing in Fort Myers Beach

Fort Myers Beach Local Captain.

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22 ft 1 - 12 People From $650
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Inshore, River, Flats in Ruskin

8-Hour Full Day Fishing Charter

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Inshore, Nearshore Fishing in Key West

Second Generation Bay Boat

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24 ft 1 - 8 People From $700
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Inshore Fishing in Boynton Beach

Boynton Beach Inshore Fishing

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21 ft 1 - 4 People From $395
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Deep Sea Fishing in Islamorada

Keys Offshore Fishing Adventure

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26 ft 1 - 4 People From $1,275
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Inshore, Nearshore, Flats in Yankeetown

Inshore Fishing

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20 ft 1 - 3 People From $450

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Everything to Know About Booking a Florida topwater fishing charter

What are the best topwater fishing charters in Florida?

The best topwater fishing charters in Florida are:

Why should I book a topwater fishing charter in Florida with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 96 topwater fishing trips in Florida, and the most popular trips in the area are Inshore Light Tackle Trip guided by Mike, Offshore Deep Sea Fishing guided by Chris, and Fantastic Flagler Beach Inshore guided by Billy.

Our guides in Florida are rated a 4.95 out of 5 based on 9603 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 topwater fishing guides / fishing lessons in Florida? Check out our beginner and family friendly topwater fishing guides in Florida.

What types of topwater fishing charters are common in Florida?

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

The most commonly sought after species for topwater fishing in Florida are: 1. redfish, 2. speckled trout, 3. mangrove snapper, 4. snook, and 5. tarpon.

How much do Florida topwater fishing charters cost?

Prices for topwater fishing in Florida can range anywhere from about $600 to $3,200, but the average price for a half day trip for topwater fishing in Florida is $1,161. The average price for a full day trip for topwater fishing in Florida is $2,097.

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 topwater fishing charter in Florida?

The most popular season to go on a topwater fishing charter in Florida is summer, and most anglers book their trips 20 days in advance.

Do I need a Florida fishing license and what are the bag limits in Florida?

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

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Steve and his charter was top notch. He got us on the fish, he was very knowledgeable of the area and his charters are incredibly kid friendly. He made sure our daughter was able to get hooked up on the fish as well. 10/10 recommend every time.

    Kaleb K. | October 15, 2026

    Trip: Saltwater 101 Family Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Fantastic trip! It was our first time fishing anything but lakes and rivers. Alek was a great captain to take us out for this! He filleted all the fish we caught which we thought we were gonna have to find somewhere to process them to take back home with us. Thanks Alek! We will definitely book with you again!

    Shane G. | October 5, 2026

    Trip: Miami Sport Fishing 🎣

  • ★★★★★
    The best in the business!! We had the best time with Captain Frank. He was so nice and patient with us. The weather wasn’t great but he adjusted the plan and we still caught lots of fish and had a great time. You would have a hard time finding a better guide in the area. He’s incredibly knowledgeable about fishing and I hope we have the chance to go with him again. We learned a lot from him and I would highly recommend him for anglers of any experience level.

    Robert K. | September 25, 2026

    Trip: Speckled Trout Inshore Fun

  • ★★★★★
    Allen was a fantastic guide! He went above and beyond to make sure we had a great day of fishing. He was very accommodating and eager to help our family of five. We will certainly be back!

    Les S. | September 22, 2026

    Trip: Apalachicola Bay Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Great day on the water with Captain Eric. Started off slow but caught some great fish including the Goliath Grouper and Tarpon below. Eric is very knowledgeable and a great teacher! I have fresh water fished my whole life, this was my first inshore experience and I learned techniques from Eric that I didn’t know. My wife and I truly enjoyed our time of the water with Captain Eric! The sea trout that Eric filleted was prepared at of local restaurant and was delicious! I highly recommend Captain Eric for a guided inshore fishing trip! Hope to be back again! Frank Gallione Lieutenant (Retired) Lombard Illinois Fire Dept.

    Frank G. | September 22, 2026

    Trip: Back Country Bonanza

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