Florida Bay Fishing Charters

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Flats, Inshore, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Islamorada

Everglades Inshore Trip

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24 ft 1 - 6 People From $108 / person
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Flats, Inshore Fishing Charter in Islamorada

Back Country Bonanza

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Flats, Inshore, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Islamorada

Bank And Bight Backcountry

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18 ft 1 - 2 People From $275 / person
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Flats, Inshore Fishing Charter in Tavernier

Islamorada Flats And Backcountry

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17 ft 1 - 2 People From $300 / person
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Inshore, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Islamorada

SALTWATER SAFARI REEF TRIP

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1 - 4 People From $163 / person

Flats, Inshore, Lake, Nearshore, River Fishing Charter in Homestead

Joey Flats Fishing Trips Everglades National Park Homestead

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Fishing Charters Near Florida Bay

Fishing reefs, wrecks, or in the bay, you and the captain will target various types of Grouper, Snapper, Jack, Mackerel, Trout, as well as sharks. Be ready to depart at 7:30a.m. or 12:30 p.m. The captain provides everything you need for this 4-hour fishing adventure Read More

Deep Sea, Inshore, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Marathon

1/2 Day “4Hour” Reef/Wreck/Bay

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31 ft 1 - 6 People From $154 / person
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Explore the immaculate flats and beautiful backcountry with Captain Mark to chase Redfish, Snook, Trout, Tarpon, Shark, Snapper, and Permit down in the Florida Keys! These trips start at a beacon of the sportfishing world, the World Widesportsman in Islamorada (You'll know what I mean when you meet up with Captain Mark if you don't already). From the Dock behind World Wide, you will hop aboard Captain Mark's 17' Mako skiff that comes ready with all the fishing gear you will need, a cooler with some ice, and waters for you as well. Depending on weather conditions, time of the year, and your preferences of course, Captain Mark will take you either up and down the strings of keys to explore the abounding flats for Permit, Bonefish, Jacks, and Tarpon (when they're in the area), or back into the everglades to explore the seemingly endless maze of mangroves and backwater flats for Redfish, Trout, Baby Tarpon, and Sharks. Both are awesome options and Captain Mark will be there, either way, to lend his knowledge of tides, share his secret spots, and show you his favorite techniques for each species! Captain Mark is a pleasure to fish with and looks forward to taking you out on your next Florida Key's inshore adventure! Read More

Flats, Inshore, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Islamorada

Big Shark Trip

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24 ft 1 - 6 People From $108 / person
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Everything to Know About Booking a Fishing Charter in Florida Bay

What are the best fishing charters in Florida Bay?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 8 trips in Florida Bay, and the most popular trips in the area are Everglades Inshore Trip guided by Mark, Back Country Bonanza guided by Eric, and Bank and Bight Backcountry guided by Jon-Paul.

Our guides in Florida Bay are rated a 5 out of 5 based on 9588 verified reviews on Captain Experiences.

All guides on Captain Experiences are licensed, insured, and 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 charters in Florida Bay? Check out our beginner and family friendly charters in Florida Bay.

What types of fishing charters are common in Florida Bay?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular in Florida Bay as well as inshore fishing, nearshore fishing, and flats fishing.

The most commonly sought after species in Florida Bay are: 1. mangrove snapper, 2. redfish, 3. permit, and 4. snook.

The most common fishing techniques in Florida Bay are light tackle fishing, artificial lure fishing, and live bait fishing but cut bait fishing and sight casting are popular as well.

How much do Florida Bay fishing charters cost?

in Florida Bay prices can range anywhere from an affordable $550 to $1,200, but the average price for a half day trip in Florida Bay is $725. The average price for a full day trip in Florida Bay is $919.

What month is best for fishing in Florida Bay?

The most popular season for fishing in Florida Bay is summer, and most anglers book their trips 17 days in advance.

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

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

Florida Bay Fishing Calendar

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Recent Reviews of Captain Experiences

  • ★★★★★
    Captain GW was an awesome guide! As an angler I have a higher standard, however fishing with my 12 year old daughter, I was hoping that we’d get someone who was patient, knowledgeable and an all around good guy as well. Some guides are kinda too salty, but GW was great! Him and my daughter really hit it off, and he definitely put us on the fish, even with a hard wind. His boat kept us dry and rode really well despite the conditions. You can tell that he really loves what he does and enjoys the “total experience” of fishing these beautiful waters. We saw manatees, dolphin, all kinds of birds including flamingos! It was an awesome experience caught snook and redfish and had lots of action. Great guy, great boat, great experience.

    Philip G. with Gw D. of Tavernier, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    Perfect captain for me. He was just personal enough, but didn’t talk your head off. He was focused on fishing and helped us make the most out of an overcast day.

    David R. with Eric R. of Islamorada, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    GW was nice guide and enjoyed fishing with him. He was very knowledgeable about the snook and redfish habits, as a result we caught some fish…Thank You

    Aldo P. with Gw D. of Tavernier, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    We had a Great time fishing with Captain Mark! He was awesome!

    Derek B. with Mark G. of Islamorada, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Mark was great and super accommodating! My two college aged sons had an awesome experience and caught plenty of fish! I highly recommend Captain Mark! It felt like fishing with an old friend!

    Matt C. with Mark G. of Islamorada, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    I booked this trip for my husband and grandson. We didn't want a large group trip, so this one was perfect. Capt Joey and I spoke several times and he was quick to respond with any answers I had. He was knowledgeable, helpful, and ensured my guys had a great trip! I would recommend him highly, with no hesitations. If you want a small, intimate trip into the Everglades, this is the way to go!!!

    Gerald H. with Jose R. of Homestead, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    Awesome full Keys experience. Seatrout, Snook, Sun, Rain it had it all. Saw dolphins, sharks, stingrays, and lots of birds. GW was great to talk to and taught us alot about the area. Will recommend to friends.

    Kaleb M. with Gw D. of Tavernier, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    Trip was great capt john Paul was like meeting an old friend.

    Jeffrey M. with Jon-Paul H. of Islamorada, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    Couldn’t have asked for a better guide. Captain Mark gave us the options of what to go after and he put us on the fish! Can’t wait to go back!

    Daniel K. with Mark G. of Islamorada, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    I wish I could give Captain Mark more than 5 stars! My two sons and I caught a ton of fish -- mackerel, snapper, trout, bluefish and more. Captain Mark knew the area, took us right where we needed to be and made sure we were set up for success. We wanted enough for a dinner, and we needed to buy a cooler to bring it all home. Captain Mark is a class act, we'll definately be back again, and will refer to friends who visit the Keys.

    Tom A. with Mark G. of Islamorada, Florida

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