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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
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Inshore, Nearshore, Flats in Pensacola

Gulfbound Glory: Emerald Coast

100% (4) Guided by Tim
24 ft 1 - 6 People From $600
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore Fishing in Islamorada

Bay/Reef/Inshore Fishing Charter

95% (21) Guided by Pete
23 ft 1 - 4 People From $700
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Lake Fishing in Fort Lauderdale

Lake Okeechobee Trip - 21’ Ranger

100% (6) Guided by JP
21 ft 1 - 2 People From $400
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Deep Sea, Jetty in Panama City

Day Trips

100% (1) Guided by Hunter
27 ft 1 - 4 People From $600
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore, Jetty in Destin

Spring & Summer Fishing Trips

100% (1) Guided by Jonathan
22 ft 1 - 12 People From $570
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore, Flats in St. Petersburg

Targeted Flats Fishing

100% (8) Guided by Dillon
20 ft 1 - 6 People From $499
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore, Flats in Naples

4 Hour Naples Inshore/Nearshore

75% (4) Guided by Sean
23 ft 1 - 4 People From $500
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Jetty, River, Flats in Saint George Island

Bay & Flats Inshore Fishing Charter

NEW Managed by Krista
25 ft 1 - 12 People From $495
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Flats Fishing in Layton

Florida Keys Skinny Water

100% (3) Guided by George
16 ft 1 - 2 People From $500
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

River, Lake Fishing in Delray Beach

Lake Ida And Osborne Fishing

100% (8) Guided by Roy
20 ft 1 - 6 People From $500
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore, Flats in Gulf Breeze

Pensacola Bay Fly Fishing

100% (7) Guided by Richard
21 ft 1 - 3 People From $400
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Flats Fishing in St. Petersburg

Tampa Bay Inshore Fun

100% (3) Guided by George
24 ft 1 - 5 People From $400
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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 301 topwater fishing trips in Florida, and the most popular trips in the area are Gulfbound Glory: Emerald Coast guided by , Bay/Reef/Inshore Fishing Charter guided by , and Lake Okeechobee Trip - 21’ Ranger guided by .

Our guides in Florida are rated a 4.95 out of 5 based on 4391 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. kingfish, 2. redfish, 3. mangrove snapper, 4. mahi mahi, and 5. gag grouper.

How much do Florida topwater fishing charters cost?

Prices for topwater fishing in Florida can range anywhere from about $549 to $4,110, but the average price for a half day trip for topwater fishing in Florida is $935. The average price for a full day trip for topwater fishing in Florida is $2,498.

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 spring, and most anglers book their trips 24 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 fishing guide will always know the right rules and regulations in Florida.

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    We never fished Florida before so we hooked up with Capt. Jake so he could show us around, he was amazing! We started out with lures, did a little jigging and finished with some live bait. He knows every hole and structure in the bay. We caught redfish, sea trout, mangrove, snapper and king mackerel. Can’t wait for the next vacation, will definitely be calling him again. I would recommend him to anyone that’s looking for an exciting day on the water.

    Patrick S. | April 20, 2025

    Trip: Inshore "Catch Fish Guarantee"

  • ★★★★★
    Beautiful day fishing- nice and relaxed morning, 4 hours was great for our 3 kids ages 6-12! Thanks so much!

    Chris S. | April 17, 2025

    Trip: Islamorada Fishing with Capt Pete

  • ★★★★★
    Great charter by a very talented captain. His first mate was great also. We had a good time talking about various places we had both been while we fished. Dale

    Dale E. | April 16, 2025

    Trip: Islamorada Trolling / Wreck Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Fun trip with George. Very professional and helpful.

    James M. | April 14, 2025

    Trip: Tampa Bay Inshore Fun

  • ★★★★★
    I would say that his trip was very exciting and fun, he is a nice and funny guy who knows what he's doing when it comes to fishing. We caught a bunch of different kinds of fish, huge and small. I would say me and my dad had a great time with austin, if you want a learning experience austin is your guy.

    Justin R. | April 4, 2025

    Trip: Jacksonville Adventure Half to Full Day!

  • ★★★★★
    Eric is a great guide. Really knows his guiding craft well. Put us on fish in difficult weather conditions. Exceeded our expectations for the day. Highly recommend him, you won't be disappointed.

    Stephen K. | April 3, 2025

    Trip: Back Country Bonanza

  • ★★★★★
    We had an amazing time with Captain Jason. He was able to adapt location and gear to make sure we caught fish (in our case mangrove snapper and snook) . Great conversation and company which was as important to us as the fish we caught. We are both at beginner level and Jason made us feel well taken care of. He cleaned the fish and recommended a great local restaurant which cooked our catch very well. We would take a trip with Jason again for sure.

    Steven S. | April 3, 2025

    Trip: Epic Biscayne Bay Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Very knowledgeable guide and was also very personable. Knew where to go and what to do. Was able to get my wife on her first redfish and was able to take us to a honey hole to catch multiple species of fish including sheepshead, snapper, and trout.

    Greg T. | April 2, 2025

    Trip: 3 Hour Kids and Beginners

  • ★★★★★
    Fantastic time with Eric. He is a great guide and put us on fish from the get go. Looking forward to fishing with him again. Highly recommend Capt. Eric.

    Stephen K. | April 1, 2025

    Trip: Back Country Bonanza

  • ★★★★★
    Great fun with Captain Pete! He put us on some fish and he and Chissie were a great team that gave us insights into the local waters. I highly recommend them!

    William H. | March 27, 2025

    Trip: Bay/Reef/Inshore Fishing Charter

  • ★★★★★
    We recently have an awesome trip with Roland. He was extreamly patient with our Grand kids that were along. I would highly recommend this excursion to anyone. Jane

    Jane N. | March 27, 2025

    Trip: Inshore Fishing Charter Cape Coral

  • ★★★★★
    Jesse was a great captain, and took my girls and I to some awesome beaches and caught some fish. thanks captain!

    Jeffrey A. | March 26, 2025

    Trip: Fort Myers Hook Up!

  • ★★★★★
    Matt did a great job on our 1/2 day trip. Knowledgeable, and personable. Exactly what you'd want from a guide. Well done Matt!

    Bret B. | March 26, 2025

    Trip: 4 hr AM Exotics

  • ★★★★★
    Wade did great! He put us on fish within the first 20 minutes of being on his boat and we were catching fish the entire trip. He did great helping our kids learn how to catch and reel in the fish.

    Jacob F. | March 25, 2025

    Trip: St. Petersburg Inshore Adventures

  • ★★★★★
    Fishing was tough today with wind and a lack of current, but we managed to grab a few snook away from the hungry lemon sharks and some jack crevalle. Captain Nick was a great, easy-going quide, and I look forward to fishing with him again perhaps when Mother Nature is a little more accomodating!

    Mike S. | March 25, 2025

    Trip: Flats fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Highly Recommend J.P as a fishing guide for your next trip. The Fishing was absolutely amazing with a mixed bag of Peacock Bass, Large mouth bass, and Oscar’s. Most importantly, J.P was very patient in teaching us many different techniques in catching these Fish. My wife caught over 40 fish. The bite was non stopped and J.P has all the necessary fishing equipment. Thanks for an amazing day J.P! See you soon David & Linda from New Jersey

    David A. | March 24, 2025

    Trip: Lake Okeechobee Trip - 21’ Ranger

  • ★★★★★
    Top notch trip. Very clear and precise communication and the fishing was great. Very knowledgeable guide. My son and I will for sure return.

    Joe C. | March 24, 2025

    Trip: 4 - 8 Hour Trips with Capt. Logan

  • ★★★★★
    Great captain!! Super knowledgeable, great conversation and company. Would highly recommend

    Rory S. | March 24, 2025

    Trip: Fisherman’s Special

  • ★★★★★
    Great Trip! Put us right on the fish and kept it entertaining for the entire morning!

    Judson D. | March 21, 2025

    Trip: Back Country Bonanza

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great time with mason-fun day on the water

    Blaine W. | March 19, 2025

    Trip: Dry Tortugas fishing Trip

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