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Everything to Know About Booking a Florida Keys artificial lure fishing charter

What are the best artificial lure fishing charters in the Florida Keys?

The best artificial lure fishing charters in the Florida Keys are:

Why should I book an artificial lure fishing charter in the Florida Keys with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 93 artificial lure fishing trips in the Florida Keys, and the most popular trips in the area are Deep Sea, Wreck And Reef guided by Dan, Key Largo Mix-It-Up guided by Josh, and Key Largo Offshore guided by Pete.

Our guides in the Florida Keys are rated a 4.93 out of 5 based on 9249 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 artificial lure fishing guides / fishing lessons in the Florida Keys? Check out our beginner and family friendly artificial lure fishing guides in the Florida Keys.

What types of artificial lure fishing charters are common in the Florida Keys?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing for artificial lure fishing in the Florida Keys as well as inshore fishing, nearshore fishing, and flats fishing.

The most commonly sought after species for artificial lure fishing in the Florida Keys are: 1. mangrove snapper, 2. mahi mahi, 3. tarpon, 4. blackfin tuna, and 5. yellowtail snapper.

How much do Florida Keys artificial lure fishing charters cost?

Prices for artificial lure fishing in the Florida Keys can range anywhere from about $750 to $2,600, but the average price for a half day trip for artificial lure fishing in the Florida Keys is $1,164. The average price for a full day trip for artificial lure fishing in the Florida Keys is $1,725.

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 artificial lure fishing charter in the Florida Keys?

The most popular season to go on a artificial lure fishing charter in the Florida Keys is spring, and most anglers book their trips 31 days in advance.

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

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

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  • ★★★★★
    ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ What an awesome six-hour charter with Captain Andrew (“Drew”)! He actually took the bay boat out a little early to catch bait before we even got started, and that pretty much set the tone for the whole day—he came prepared and ready to put us on fish. Even with that, we still beat other charters to the honey holes! Gave us a demonstration on throwing the casting bait net in the bay and that in itself was priceless!! We caught mahi and tuna, learned a bunch of little tricks along the way, shared some great stories, and really enjoyed the entire experience. Drew is a Key Largo lifer with generations of family roots in the Keys, and it shows. He knows these waters, the fishing, the weather, where to run, what to look for, and where the fish are. We even navigated through a beast of a storm and got a little wet, but honestly, that just became part of the adventure! Drew handled it calmly and confidently, and it made for one of those stories you’ll laugh about afterward. He is sweet, humble, kind, knowledgeable, and incredibly easy to communicate with. With just three of us, the charter felt personal and relaxed—not like you were just another group being shuffled through. If you’re looking for a smaller charter with a captain who works hard, knows the ocean, shares what he knows, and genuinely wants you to have a great day, Drew is your guy. Great fishing, great conversation, a little adventure, and some awesome memories. We would absolutely go out with him again! 🎣🌊

    Christine F. | August 30, 2026

    Trip: Key Largo Offshore Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Eric was fantastic, patient, a great teacher, and a super cool guy to talk to. As beginners he helped us learn to cast and is super knowledgeable about fishing, guiding, and knows the Keys like the back of his hand.

    Scott S. | August 24, 2026

    Trip: Flats Fury With Captain Eric

  • ★★★★★
    Had lots of fun. Crew was great and we caught a bunch of fish.

    Donald T. | August 22, 2026

    Trip: Afternoon Half

  • ★★★★★
    Amazing trip! Will absolutely be back to Fish with Captain Paul.

    Teresa W. | August 17, 2026

    Trip: Offshore Thrills

  • ★★★★★
    Great time with Eric!!

    Chris B. | August 8, 2026

    Trip: Flats Fury With Captain Eric

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