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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, Nearshore, Flats in Islamorada

Back Country Bonanza

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17 ft 1 - 2 People From $600
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Epic Islamorada Inshore

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Nearshore Fishing in Key Largo

Epic Biscayne Bay Trip

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Inshore, Flats Fishing in Islamorada

Flats Fishing

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24 ft 1 - 3 People From $575
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Deep Sea Fishing in Key West

Key West Offshore Fishing Expedition

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Flats Backcountry Quest

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Inshore, Flats Fishing in Layton

Florida Keys Skinny Water

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Inshore, Flats Fishing in Islamorada

Islamorada Flats And Backcountry

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17 ft 1 - 2 People From $600
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Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in Key West

Marquesas Key Fishing Adventure

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33 ft 1 - 4 People From $1,600
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Deep Sea Fishing in Marathon

Mahi / Offshore Combo

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Nearshore Fishing in Summerland Key

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Everything to Know About Booking a Florida Keys topwater fishing charter

What are the best topwater fishing charters in the Florida Keys?

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

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 17 topwater fishing trips in the Florida Keys, and the most popular trips in the area are Key West Nearshore/Offshore Trip guided by Mike, Back Country Bonanza guided by Eric, and Epic Islamorada Inshore guided by Ron.

Our guides in the Florida Keys are rated a 4.98 out of 5 based on 3925 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 nearshore fishing, flats fishing, and inshore fishing.

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

How much do Florida Keys topwater fishing charters cost?

Prices for topwater fishing in the Florida Keys can range anywhere from about $650 to $3,300, but the average price for a half day trip for topwater fishing in the Florida Keys is $1,326. The average price for a full day trip for topwater fishing in the Florida Keys is $1,930.

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 summer, 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.

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  • ★★★★★
    Absolutely best Captain ever. 10/10

    Alyssa O. | January 11, 2025

    Trip: Epic Biscayne Bay Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Great time GW worked hard to put us on fish in tough conditions. We will be back

    James B. | December 16, 2024

    Trip: Islamorada Inshore Fishing Fun!

  • ★★★★★
    Eric was great we were catching fish the entire time. I wanted to catch a tarpon and in 10 minutes we had landed one. Exceptional trip tarpon snook and grouper. I would recommend to anyone who wants to catch fish

    Walter L. | October 21, 2024

    Trip: Back Country Bonanza

  • ★★★★★
    Super guide. Knows the waters and area. Had a great time.

    David G. | September 12, 2024

    Trip: Flats fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Jason is an exceptional fisherman and superb steward of the wildlife surrounding the Keys! We caught tons of fish and had a great time with him! We would recommend taking a charter out with him!!

    Jessica P. | August 31, 2024

    Trip: Epic Biscayne Bay Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Jay was an experienced captain who took us on an incredible fishing excursion. We were a group mixed fishing experience, caught tons of fish, and took plenty home with us for dinner! 10/10. We will be back!

    Paige H. | August 17, 2024

    Trip: Epic Biscayne Bay Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Absolutely the highlight of our trip. Mike and his crew were fantastic teachers, patient and focused on helping all of us catch terrific fish. They are great with kids of all ages - 5 years to 16 years. Everyone had a great time and we caught a lot of fish.

    Vicki L. | July 16, 2024

    Trip: Key West Nearshore/Offshore Trip

  • ★★★★★
    The family had an absolutely phenomenal time with Captain Mike and his crew. We caught plenty of fish. The crew was very helpful to the family. The boat was great. I will 100% recommend them to anyone looking for a great trip.

    Tommy L. | June 25, 2024

    Trip: Key West Nearshore/Offshore Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Great day! Despite the weather captain jason put us on the fish!!

    Winslow W. | June 22, 2024

    Trip: Epic Biscayne Bay Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Mike and his crew were amazing!! We went out with 5 kids all under the age of 16 and they all caught fish and had a blast!!

    Fred S. | June 17, 2024

    Trip: Key West Nearshore/Offshore Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Fantastic guide! Friendly and helpful. Had a great time.

    John K. | June 13, 2024

    Trip: Flats Backcountry Quest

  • ★★★★★
    Great day- will book with Jay again 100%.

    Mckenzie K. | June 8, 2024

    Trip: Epic Biscayne Bay Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Excellent guide. Worked hard to get us into the fish. Caught over 40 fish. Having snapper and trout for dinner!

    Unknown U. | May 18, 2024

    Trip: Epic Islamorada Inshore

  • ★★★★★
    Jason was lively and knowledgeable. He definitely knows the area and loves fishing. He put us on a few good spots and we had fun. I will definitely choose him again!

    Dennis R. | May 13, 2024

    Trip: Epic Biscayne Bay Trip

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great day on the water. Caught a variety of fish, some bigger some smaller. Captain Jason proved to be a real people person, in firm control of his craft. Great conversationalist. Definitely would go out with him again.

    John U. | April 26, 2024

    Trip: Epic Biscayne Bay Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Mike and Cole were fantastic. We had four small kids with us, and they handled them perfectly. We caught lots of yellowtail snapper and a nurse shark! 10/10, would book again (and plan to).

    Daniel K. | April 3, 2024

    Trip: Key West Nearshore/Offshore Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Great experience with Captain Mike. Enjoyed our time on the water and caught an amazing meal of Yellowtail! Thank you!

    Matthew P. | April 2, 2024

    Trip: Key West Nearshore/Offshore Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Had two great days on the water with captain Eric. Even though it was pretty windy Captain Eric put me in fish. Enjoyed the fishing and enjoyed my time on the water with captain Eric. Next time I'm in the Keys I will be looking forward to fishing with Captain Eric.

    Bob M. | March 23, 2024

    Trip: Flats Fury with Captain Eric

  • ★★★★★
    We truly enjoyed our fly fishing trip with Capt GW. His boat was clean and comfortable and Capt GW was very personable and knowledgeable. We had some tougher conditions with wind that allowed him to give me so much needed help and encouragement on techniques to help my skills. But alas, no adrenaline moments of catching backwater fish, just the adrenaline of trying to make the right cast in the right spot. We saw a great deal of sea life as an addition to the friendly camaraderie, and that was a bonus.

    David H. | March 16, 2024

    Trip: Islamorada Flats and Backcountry

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Ron is a true pro and so nice. My family had a great fishing trip. 10 out of 10🙂

    Mark L. | March 15, 2024

    Trip: Epic Islamorada Inshore

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