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Everything to Know About Booking a West Palm Beach mako shark fishing charter

What are the best mako shark fishing charters in West Palm Beach?

Why should I book a mako shark fishing charter in West Palm Beach with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 16 mako shark trips in West Palm Beach, and the most popular trips in the area are Full & 3/4 Day Fishing Trips guided by Richard, 1/2 Day Fishing Trip guided by Richard, and 4 Hour Fort Lauderdale Offshore guided by Xavier.

Our guides in West Palm Beach are rated a 4.93 out of 5 based on 7075 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 mako shark guides / fishing lessons in West Palm Beach? Check out our beginner and family friendly mako shark guides in West Palm Beach.

What types of mako shark fishing charters are common in West Palm Beach?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing for mako shark in West Palm Beach.

The most common fishing techniques in West Palm Beach are artificial lure fishing, cut bait fishing, and deep dropping but drift fishing and heavy tackle fishing are popular as well.

How much do West Palm Beach mako shark fishing charters cost?

Prices for mako shark in West Palm Beach can range anywhere from about $1,200 to $12,100, but the average price for a half day trip for mako shark in West Palm Beach is $3,508. The average price for a full day trip for mako shark in West Palm Beach is $5,289.

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 mako shark fishing in West Palm Beach?

The most popular season for mako shark fishing in West Palm Beach is spring, and most anglers book their trips 51 days in advance.

Do I need a West Palm Beach fishing license for mako shark and what are the bag limits for mako shark in West Palm Beach?

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

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    I’ve been on many charter fishing trips in my life, but Bryan is hands down my favorite guide. He is incredibly knowledgeable and clearly knows these waters inside and out. The highlight of the trip was catching a monstrous 300-400lb shark—an experience I will never forget, and one that wouldn't have happened without the Captain’s expertise and help. Beyond the fishing, Bryan is just a fun, personable guy to hang out with. I really appreciated his coaching style; he taught us exactly what to do and then stepped back to let us actually fish, only jumping in with pointers when needed. I can’t recommend him enough and will definitely be back for another trip!

    Patrick D. | April 23, 2026

    Trip: Fishing For Monsters At Night

  • ★★★★★
    Bryan was great working with our 2 young boys. He worked very hard to help us catch fish.

    Tyler | April 7, 2026

    Trip: 5hr Offshore Big Game Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Great experience, the boat was well rigged and stocked. The mate, Jeff, did an amazing job. We pulled away from the dock right on time and had a great day on the water.

    Darrell D. | March 16, 2026

    Trip: 1/2 Day Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Had a great morning out on the water with Captain Richard and crew. Weather was great, water was a tad choppy but we still caught 2 Bonita, a couple tuna and a barracuda! Mate Dave said it was perfect eating at that size. Took him at his word and made a ceviche. Excellent! Who knew? And our small catch tuna made great poke bowls! We let the 5 ft shark go on his way! Cap Richard piloted us through the chop, excellent views, a decent catch. Plans to go again soon! Want to be on the ocean catching some dinner, book it with Capt Richard!

    Lisa C. | March 3, 2026

    Trip: 1/2 Day Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    He lacks social skills.Not very friendly or having a bad day.Didn't want to carry a conversation no small talk or nothing.Tipped him 20% anyways. I've been on over a dozen guided trips in my life. He ranks the worst with me. No personality.

    James R. | February 22, 2026

    Trip: Fort Lauderdale Sportfishing

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