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Everything to Know About Booking a Fort Lauderdale Beach topwater fishing charter

What are the best topwater fishing charters in Fort Lauderdale Beach?

Why should I book a topwater fishing charter in Fort Lauderdale Beach with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 7 topwater fishing trips in Fort Lauderdale Beach, and the most popular trips in the area are #1 Offshore Charter guided by Brad, Peacock Bass: Fly or Spin guided by Justin, and Night Time Inshore Tarpon & Snook guided by Dennis.

Our guides in Fort Lauderdale Beach are rated a 5 out of 5 based on 3816 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 Fort Lauderdale Beach? Check out our beginner and family friendly topwater fishing guides in Fort Lauderdale Beach.

What types of topwater fishing charters are common in Fort Lauderdale Beach?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing for topwater fishing in Fort Lauderdale Beach as well as nearshore fishing, inshore fishing, and jetty fishing.

The most commonly sought after species for topwater fishing in Fort Lauderdale Beach are: 1. blackfin tuna, 2. mahi mahi, 3. sailfish, 4. wahoo, and 5. yellowtail snapper.

How much do Fort Lauderdale Beach topwater fishing charters cost?

Prices for topwater fishing in Fort Lauderdale Beach can range anywhere from about $650 to $12,400, but the average price for a half day trip for topwater fishing in Fort Lauderdale Beach is $2,502. The average price for a full day trip for topwater fishing in Fort Lauderdale Beach is $4,284.

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 Fort Lauderdale Beach?

The most popular season to go on a topwater fishing charter in Fort Lauderdale Beach is summer, and most anglers book their trips 42 days in advance.

Do I need a Fort Lauderdale Beach fishing license and what are the bag limits in Fort Lauderdale Beach?

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

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Brad and Eddie were fantastic. Very knowledgeable and was a great day.

    Brian C. | December 1, 2024

    Trip: #1 Offshore Charter

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Dennis is a Silver King master. Fishing with him is an adventure. He made us feel like more like friends than clients and did a great job teaching us how it's done.

    Thomas H. | November 28, 2024

    Trip: Night Time Inshore Tarpon & Snook

  • ★★★★★
    He was great. Food was great. Fishing was fun. I would go again for sure

    Marc A. | November 1, 2024

    Trip: Peacock Bass: Fly or Spin

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great time with Captain Ron and first mate Chris! They were really helpful and went out of their way to help us reel in our desired catch! They also offered water and ice which was life saving on a hot day! Assisted us with any questions we had about fishing and the area! We plan on booking with them again!

    Ashley N. | September 14, 2024

    Trip: Sunrise Saltwater Slam

  • ★★★★★
    Tapped into some good fish. Really enjoyed our father son experience. Captain brad was great and made sure we enjoyed our day. Also great playlist.

    Jim P. | July 29, 2024

    Trip: #1 Offshore Charter

  • ★★★★★
    Trip was fantastic, very knowledgeable guide. He knew all the best spots and taught me multiple new techniques. Caught multiple species on live bait, artificial, and I even caught my first fish on the fly. Absolutely amazing time. The shore lunch tasted fantastic!

    Ethan P. | July 25, 2024

    Trip: Peacock Bass: Fly or Spin

  • ★★★★★
    Had an exceptional trip! Brad was a very knowledgeable captain as well as super down to earth!

    Nehemiah C. | July 24, 2024

    Trip: #1 Offshore Charter

  • ★★★★★
    We had an amazing trip! Ron and Chris were awesome! We didn’t have much knowledge of fishing going into this. They made it easy and taught us a lot. We caught a variety of fish. We DEFINITELY will be doing this again with Ron on our next trip down to Florida. Thank you for such a wonderful experience!

    Hailee T. | July 6, 2024

    Trip: Sunrise Saltwater Slam

  • ★★★★★
    Had a fantastic 8-hour trip with Brad. He put us on the fish and provided excellent service!

    Nathaniel H. | May 11, 2024

    Trip: #1 Offshore Charter

  • ★★★★★
    Brad did a great job! Was funny and knowledgeable. Had a wonderful time

    Melissa M. | April 5, 2024

    Trip: #1 Offshore Charter

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Justin was great!!! He put us on the fish all day. Wide open fishing, we caught 5 different types of fish. Captain Justin did a great job taking photos, sharing information and showing us some wildlife. There were lots of alligators.

    Steve G. | March 29, 2024

    Trip: Peacock Bass: Fly or Spin

  • ★★★★★
    Brad was great. He was very knowledgeable about the locations and what we were looking for. Highly recommend and I will use him again if available.

    Jimmy W. | March 3, 2024

    Trip: #1 Offshore Charter

  • ★★★★★
    Dennis was Great! My Son and I went on a 4:00pm Trip. The Fish got active from the get go. Tarpon, Barracuda, Shark, Snook Ect. My Sons first cast He was into one! Once it got dark the Fish started Rumbling. We Had Action the whole Night. The lights on all the cruise ships, Yachts and City lights is awesome to See from His Boat! Dennis knows the spots! 5⭐️ Forsure! 🐠

    Robert S. | January 20, 2024

    Trip: Night Time Inshore Tarpon & Snook

  • ★★★★★
    ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Great Trip, Tarpon, Baracuda, Sharks ECT Captain was knowledgeable and very Helpful. Loved the night fishing! I highly recommend this Captain 👨‍✈️

    Robert S. | November 29, 2023

    Trip: Night Time Inshore Tarpon & Snook

  • ★★★★★
    Capt. Ron and Chris are awesome! Very punctual and got us out in no time. We had fish on almost immediately, and the good times just kept going from there. Highly reccomend!

    Jakob C. | September 23, 2023

    Trip: Sunrise Saltwater Slam

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