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Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in Layton

Layton Fishing Adventure

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27 ft 1 - 4 People From $850
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Deep Sea, Nearshore in Marathon

Offshore Marathon

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31 ft 1 - 12 People From $1,495
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore, Flats in Islamorada

Flats Backcountry Quest

99% (72)
22 ft 1 - 4 People From $650
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Fishing in Destin
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Inshore, Nearshore, Flats in Tavernier

Islamorada Inshore Fishing Fun!

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17 ft 1 - 4 People From $650
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Flats Fishing in Tavernier

Florida Keys Back Country Fishing

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18 ft 1 - 4 People From $650
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Fishing in Destin
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Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore, Flats in Islamorada

Epic Islamorada Inshore

100% (43)
25 ft 1 - 4 People From $650

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Inshore, Deep Sea, Flats in Big Pine Key

4 Hr (pm)

100% (5)
27 ft 1 - 8 People From $900
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Fishing in Destin
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Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in Islamorada

Offshore Fishing Experience

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36 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,000
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Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Deep Sea, Nearshore in Big Pine Key

3/4 Day (6hr)

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27 ft 1 - 8 People From $1,000
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Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in Stock Island

Key West Nearshore/Offshore Trip

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63 ft 1 - 12 People From $1,850
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Inshore, Flats Fishing in Islamorada

Flats Fishing

100% (18)
24 ft 1 - 3 People From $575
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Inshore, Flats Fishing in Key West

Keys Flats And Back Country Trip

100% (6)
18 ft 1 - 2 People From $500
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Everything to Know About Booking a Florida Keys topwater fishing charter

Why should I book a topwater fishing charter in the Florida Keys with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 23 topwater fishing trips in the Florida Keys, and the most popular trips in the area are Layton Fishing Adventure guided by George, Offshore Marathon guided by Johnny, and Flats Backcountry Quest guided by Eric.

Our guides in the Florida Keys are rated a 4.99 out of 5 based on 6375 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 topwater fishing guides / fishing lessons in the Florida Keys? Check out our beginner and family friendly topwater fishing guides in the Florida Keys.

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

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

The most commonly sought after species for topwater fishing in the Florida Keys are: 1. tarpon, 2. mangrove snapper, 3. barracuda, 4. mahi mahi, and 5. redfish.

How much do Florida Keys topwater fishing charters cost?

Prices for topwater fishing in the Florida Keys can range anywhere from about $740 to $3,300, but the average price for a half day trip for topwater fishing in the Florida Keys is $1,344. The average price for a full day trip for topwater fishing in the Florida Keys is $2,022.

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 topwater fishing charter in the Florida Keys?

The most popular season to go on a topwater fishing charter in the Florida Keys is spring, and most anglers book their trips 55 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 fishing guide will always know the right rules and regulations in the Florida Keys.

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Awesome, Sean was very nice and helpful throughout the trip. Would recommend!

    Marc B. | February 26, 2026

    Trip: Keys Flats And Back Country Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Captain George was the most knowledgeable of local water ways, weather, boats and ocean species. I have been on several charters and George is top-ranked in friendly, and responsible. George provided an excellent charter.

    Melissa K. | February 17, 2026

    Trip: Layton Fishing Adventure

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great time. Got to catch some fish and got to see flamingos out in the wild. Cool experience.

    Ryan K. | February 16, 2026

    Trip: Epic Islamorada Inshore

  • ★★★★★
    Great experience-team was wonderful!

    Lori J. | February 16, 2026

    Trip: Offshore Marathon

  • ★★★★★
    Booked a half a day trip with Dylan Eric's son you can tell that they've lived on the flats their whole lives and they know exactly where to go seen lots of fish and caught fish highly recommend them also to they have beautiful boats perfect for fly fishing you really couldn't ask for any more thanks again Dylan can't wait to see you on the next trip

    Perry H. | January 12, 2026

    Trip: Flats Fury With Captain Eric

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