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Everything to Know About Booking an Anna Maria Island red grouper fishing charter

What are the best red grouper fishing charters in Anna Maria Island?

The best red grouper fishing charters in Anna Maria Island are:

Why should I book a red grouper fishing charter in Anna Maria Island with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 3 red grouper trips in Anna Maria Island, and the most popular trips in the area are The Local Trip guided by David, Tarpon Trips guided by Darius, and Sarasota Classic Trip guided by James.

Our guides in Anna Maria Island are rated a 4.67 out of 5 based on 3823 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 red grouper guides / fishing lessons in Anna Maria Island? Check out our beginner and family friendly red grouper guides in Anna Maria Island.

What types of red grouper fishing charters are common in Anna Maria Island?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing for red grouper in Anna Maria Island as well as inshore fishing, flats fishing, and nearshore fishing.

The most common fishing techniques in Anna Maria Island are live bait fishing, artificial lure fishing, and light tackle fishing but bottom fishing and trolling are popular as well.

How much do Anna Maria Island red grouper fishing charters cost?

Prices for red grouper in Anna Maria Island can range anywhere from about $560 to $1,998, but the average price for a half day trip for red grouper in Anna Maria Island is $807. The average price for a full day trip for red grouper in Anna Maria Island is $1,543.

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 red grouper fishing in Anna Maria Island?

The most popular season for red grouper fishing in Anna Maria Island is summer, and most anglers book their trips 21 days in advance.

Do I need a Anna Maria Island fishing license for red grouper and what are the bag limits for red grouper in Anna Maria Island?

See here for more information on red grouper fishing licenses in Anna Maria Island, red grouper bag limits, and fishing season regulations for red grouper in Anna Maria Island. When in doubt, your fishing guide will always know the right red grouper rules and regulations in Anna Maria Island.

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    James was fantastic. He communicated very good and knew the bay extremely well. He put my son and I on fish at each spot and couldn’t of asked for a better experience in Sarasota Bay!

    Joshua D. | November 27, 2024

    Trip: Sarasota Classic Trip

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great trip with David. He arrived at the dock on time ready to go. He's got a nice, open, boat with a center console so it was easy to move around. We moved around the inter coastal area between Anna Maria and Long Boat fishing for snook, red fish, and trout. Anytime we weren't getting bites we'd move. David worked very hard to keep all of us in fresh bait, and good locations. He knew a ton about the local fish, currents, depths, and regulations. We also got to see several manatees which was such a lovely bonus! When my son hooked a big red fish David gave him great guidance to help him bring it in. He was easy to talk to and we are already recommending him to our friends. We will definitely book again next time we're in the area.

    Rey S. | June 28, 2024

    Trip: The Local Trip

  • ★★★★★
    great day!!

    Marissa L. | June 16, 2024

    Trip: The Local Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Fantastic 4 hour charter, Captain James was a blast and he knew where the fish were! Will book again, thanks for a great time.

    Ted M. | May 8, 2024

    Trip: Sarasota Classic Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Captain James was AWESOME! He was easy going, confident and a pleasure. One person in our party had never fished and Captain James was patient and instructional. He got us on fish immediately and we caught Jacks, Trout, Reds, and Snooks. I cannot recommend Captain James highly enough. I will definitely be using him in the future!

    James R. | February 29, 2024

    Trip: Sarasota Classic Trip

  • ★★★★★
    We had a blast with James, it made our vacation!

    Theresa M. | November 9, 2023

    Trip: Sarasota Classic Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Highlight of our summer vacation! We took our kids (8 and 4 yr olds) and James made the trip all about them. We caught fish at every stop, did some sight seeing and played in the water. Exactly what I wanted them to experience. Thank you and see you next summer!

    Clint D. | June 29, 2023

    Trip: Sarasota Classic Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Captan James was a great guy as well as a great Captain. He put my family on exactly what we were looking to catch and sent us home with a good meal. I would recommend him any day.

    Brian W. | October 24, 2022

    Trip: Sarasota Classic Trip

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