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Everything to Know About Booking an Estero Bay live bait fishing charter

What are the best live bait fishing charters in Estero Bay?

Why should I book a live bait fishing charter in Estero Bay with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 13 live bait fishing trips in Estero Bay, and the most popular trips in the area are 4 Hour Backwater/Nearcoastal guided by Steven, Fishing Trip Bay Fishing guided by Mike, and Fort Myers Inshore Fishing Trip guided by Rob.

Our guides in Estero Bay are rated a 5 out of 5 based on 3716 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 live bait fishing guides / fishing lessons in Estero Bay? Check out our beginner and family friendly live bait fishing guides in Estero Bay.

What types of live bait fishing charters are common in Estero Bay?

Inshore fishing is the most popular type of fishing for live bait fishing in Estero Bay as well as flats fishing, nearshore fishing, and river fishing.

The most commonly sought after species for live bait fishing in Estero Bay are: 1. speckled trout, 2. snook, 3. mangrove snapper, 4. redfish, and 5. sheepshead.

How much do Estero Bay live bait fishing charters cost?

Prices for live bait fishing in Estero Bay can range anywhere from about $550 to $1,800, but the average price for a half day trip for live bait fishing in Estero Bay is $771. The average price for a full day trip for live bait fishing in Estero Bay is $1,205.

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 live bait fishing charter in Estero Bay?

The most popular season to go on a live bait fishing charter in Estero Bay is spring, and most anglers book their trips 9 days in advance.

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

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

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Mike was great! We had a blast and enjoyed learning about local fish and the seas. Would highly reccomend his fishing trips to anyone! He gave us options of different types of fishing too which was super neat.

    Myrranda K. | May 6, 2024

    Trip: Fishing Trip 5 miles out

  • ★★★★★
    Rod was drip!

    Quinton S. | March 20, 2024

    Trip: Fort Myers Inshore Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Awesome trip went out with Captain Kenny did a great job put us on fish right away. My wife went along on the trip and she is not a fisher person Kenny did a great job with her and she caught her first shark. Thanks for the great time and unforgettable memories.

    Christopher J. | April 8, 2023

    Trip: Fort Myers Inshore Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Very good half-day charter. We caught lots of fish right in the bay and would be a great trip for families with kids.

    Bill S. | September 19, 2022

    Trip: Fort Myers Inshore Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great time and caught a lot of fish we will use Jon again

    Joe W. | December 27, 2021

    Trip: Gallivanting Estero Bay

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