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Everything to Know About Booking a Florida Keys gigging charter
What are the best gigging charters in the Florida Keys?
The best gigging charters in the Florida Keys are:
- Screaming Line Adventures guided by Antonio E. with 16 years of experience
- Lower key's offshore Adventures guided by Allen P. with 23 years of experience
- Above & Below Fishing Adventures guided by Jose R.
Why should I book a gigging charter in the Florida Keys with Captain Experiences?
Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 4 gigging trips in the Florida Keys, and the most popular trips in the area are Lobstering & Reef Snorkeling Combo guided by Allen, Catch Your Own Tasty Lobster! guided by Allen, and Lower Keys Reef & Wreck Adventure guided by Jose.
Our guides in the Florida Keys are rated a 4.96 out of 5 based on 8347 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 gigging guides / fishing lessons in the Florida Keys? Check out our beginner and family friendly gigging guides in the Florida Keys.
What types of gigging charters are common in the Florida Keys?
Inshore fishing is the most popular type of fishing for gigging in the Florida Keys as well as nearshore fishing and flats fishing.
The most commonly sought after species for gigging in the Florida Keys are: 1. lobster, 2. black grouper, 3. cobia, 4. crab, and 5. kingfish.
How much do Florida Keys gigging fishing charters cost?
Prices for gigging in the Florida Keys can range anywhere from about $1,135 to $3,300, but the average price for a half day trip for gigging in the Florida Keys is $1,673. The average price for a full day trip for gigging in the Florida Keys is $2,360.
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 gigging charter in the Florida Keys?
The most popular season to go on a gigging charter in the Florida Keys is summer, and most anglers book their trips 17 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.
