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Everything to Know About Booking an Estero Bay red grouper fishing charter

Why should I book a red grouper fishing charter in Estero Bay with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 3 red grouper trips in Estero Bay, and the most popular trips in the area are Fort Myers Inshore Fishing Trip guided by Rob, 4 Hour Backwater/Nearcoastal guided by Steven, and Fort Myers Beach Local Captain. guided by Jesse.

Our guides in Estero Bay are rated a 5 out of 5 based on 6157 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 Estero Bay? Check out our beginner and family friendly red grouper guides in Estero Bay.

What types of red grouper fishing charters are common in Estero Bay?

How much do Estero Bay red grouper fishing charters cost?

Prices for red grouper in Estero Bay can range anywhere from about $560 to $1,800, but the average price for a half day trip for red grouper in Estero Bay is $917. The average price for a full day trip for red grouper in Estero Bay is $1,288.

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 Estero Bay?

The most popular season for red grouper fishing in Estero Bay is spring, and most anglers book their trips 4 days in advance.

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

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

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Had nice day fishing relaxing sunset beautiful,Jesse the best beginning for the kid had fun do it again

    Gerald S. | December 31, 2025

    Trip: Fort Myers Beach Local Captain.

  • ★★★★★
    Great time had by all. Everyone caught something even if they were on the small side. Jesse was great with our you ger kids and helped with their demanding requests. We weren't sure what to expect when we made reservations but we were pleased with everything...even we're able to see a momma dolphin and baby. Thank you Captain Jesse for fitting us in and leading us on a great experience and core memory! McCay's from Indiana.

    Karrie M. | December 29, 2025

    Trip: Fort Myers Beach Local Captain.

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Jesse knew where the fish were and just a great captain to hang with very knowledgeable would for sure go out on his boat with him again

    Michael A. | November 9, 2025

    Trip: Fort Myers Beach Local Captain.

  • ★★★★★
    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 Beach Local Captain.

  • ★★★★★
    Wonderful day on the water! Jesse took our family of 6 out for a full day. We did a little bit of everything, inshore & off shore fishing, dolphin watching, even a great lunch recommendation stop. Now back to our VRBO to cook some of the days catch! Jesse gets our 10/10 rating, we had a GREAT day!

    Meggin F. | December 31, 2024

    Trip: Fort Myers Beach Local Captain.

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