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Fishing in Destin
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Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Deep Sea, Nearshore, Jetty in Key West

Key West Offshore Or Inshore

100% (23) Guided by Antonio
27 ft 1 - 12 People From $700
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore, Flats in Naples

4 Hour Inshore/Nearshore

67% (3) Guided by Sean
23 ft 1 - 4 People From $500
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Deep Sea, Nearshore, Flats in Bradenton Beach

The Local Trip

67% (3) Managed by David
25 ft 1 - 12 People From $300
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore, Flats in Islamorada

Epic Islamorada Inshore

100% (8) Guided by Ron
25 ft 1 - 4 People From $600
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Deep Sea, Nearshore, Jetty in Key West

Ultimate Action Fishing In Key West

100% (3) Managed by Anthony
33 ft 1 - 12 People From $800
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Deep Sea, Nearshore in Key West

Key West Sport Fishing Experience

NEW Guided by Nick
30 ft 1 - 12 People From $900
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Deep Sea Fishing in Tierra Verde

Middle Grounds - 48’ Yacht Sport Fish

100% (2) Managed by Ron
48 ft 1 - 6 People From $3,999
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in Naples

Naples Offshore Structure

100% (6) Guided by Joseph
28 ft 1 - 6 People From $800
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea Fishing in Tierra Verde

Ultimate Overnighter - 48’

100% (2) Managed by Ron
48 ft 1 - 6 People From $3,750
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Deep Sea Fishing in Panama City Beach

12 Hr Extended Deep Sea Trip

93% (15) Guided by John
28 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,900
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in Naples

Marco Island Limits And Trophies

100% (6) Guided by Joseph
28 ft 1 - 6 People From $800
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Deep Sea Fishing in Tierra Verde

Overnight Adventure - 35’ Contender

100% (2) Managed by Ron
35 ft 1 - 12 People From $3,750
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Everything to Know About Booking a Gulf Of Mexico goliath grouper fishing charter

What are the best goliath grouper fishing charters in Gulf Of Mexico?

The best goliath grouper fishing charters in Gulf Of Mexico are:

Why should I book a goliath grouper fishing charter in Gulf Of Mexico with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 52 goliath grouper trips in Gulf Of Mexico, and the most popular trips in the area are Key West Offshore or Inshore guided by Antonio, 4 Hour Inshore/Nearshore guided by Sean, and The Local Trip guided by David.

Our guides in Gulf Of Mexico are rated a 4.93 out of 5 based on 3818 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 goliath grouper guides / fishing lessons in Gulf Of Mexico? Check out our beginner and family friendly goliath grouper guides in Gulf Of Mexico.

What types of goliath grouper fishing charters are common in Gulf Of Mexico?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing for goliath grouper in Gulf Of Mexico as well as nearshore fishing, inshore fishing, and flats fishing.

The most common fishing techniques in Gulf Of Mexico are bottom fishing, live bait fishing, and heavy tackle fishing but trolling and drift fishing are popular as well.

How much do Gulf Of Mexico goliath grouper fishing charters cost?

Prices for goliath grouper in Gulf Of Mexico can range anywhere from about $950 to $7,000, but the average price for a half day trip for goliath grouper in Gulf Of Mexico is $1,695. The average price for a full day trip for goliath grouper in Gulf Of Mexico is $4,062.

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 goliath grouper fishing in Gulf Of Mexico?

The most popular season for goliath grouper fishing in Gulf Of Mexico is summer, and most anglers book their trips 22 days in advance.

Do I need a Gulf Of Mexico fishing license for goliath grouper and what are the bag limits for goliath grouper in Gulf Of Mexico?

See here for more information on goliath grouper fishing licenses in Gulf Of Mexico, goliath grouper bag limits, and fishing season regulations for goliath grouper in Gulf Of Mexico. When in doubt, your fishing guide will always know the right goliath grouper rules and regulations in Gulf Of Mexico.

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Tony was a fantastic guide who knew the right places to fish. His knowledge of the local waters and species was incredible and we caught 30 fish including a prized huge Mutton! So much fun and we will definitely go with Captain Tony with screaming lines again!!

    Stephen B. | December 24, 2024

    Trip: Key West Offshore or Inshore

  • ★★★★★
    Our trip with Tony was amazing! Our family had such a good time catching all sorts of different species. After catching fish pretty consistently for about four hours, Tony was nice enough to clean our fish for us. We were able to take our filets to the restaurant next to where he picked us up where they cooked them for us. Overall it was a great day and we highly recommend Tony and his services!

    Tyler L. | December 22, 2024

    Trip: Key West Offshore or Inshore

  • ★★★★★
    James was fantastic. He communicated very good and knew the bay extremely well. He put my son and I on fish at each spot and couldn’t of asked for a better experience in Sarasota Bay!

    Joshua D. | November 27, 2024

    Trip: Sarasota Classic Trip

  • ★★★★★
    My son and I had a great time fishing with Captain Tim. He's a great guy to fish with and was a lot of fun to fish with. While we caught many fish, it would have been better if the bigger ones cooperated.

    Robert W. | November 17, 2024

    Trip: Inshore Trip - 23 parker custom

  • ★★★★★
    Tim was great! He made sure we caught lots of fish. The toilet on the boat wasn’t working but I’m still giving 5 stars for Tim!

    Lindsey M. | October 18, 2024

    Trip: 4-8 hr Offshore Fishing (Federal)

  • ★★★★★
    We did not go with Captain Robert. We went with Captain Tim. Captain Robert called me the day before the trip to confirm the fishing trip and our plan for the day. We were to meet at the dock at 6:00. The day of the trip, Captain Robert texted me and said we would leave at 7:00 due to the weather. On the way to the dock, a got a call asking were we still going on the trip. I informed them that we were on the way and I was told to be there at 7:00. When we got to the dock, we had two Captains waiting on us. We were informed that there was a mix up and we were going with Captain Tim. We had to stop and get fuel, ice and bait. We trolled near shore and hooked up with a big fish. A dolphin took our fish. My oldest son got seasick. Water was very rough. We returned my son to shore. We started trolling again. Every time we hooked up with a decent fish, dolphins got our catch. We did catch several Bennita's. Alarm on boat started going off. We checked the motor and Captain called to attempt to trouble shoot. Both motors would not start. Finally got motor started but ran with one motor. We could not go to better bottom fishing spot due to running one motor. We came in early due to one motor and alarm going off constantly. Terrible experience! Screwed up from the start.

    Terry H. | September 3, 2024

    Trip: 4-8 hr Offshore Fishing (Federal)

  • ★★★★★
    My families trip with Captain John was awesome. John is a humble, hardworking, easy going, chill, dude and fit right in with our families vibe. He was great with our 5 year old son and answered all of his many fishing questions. John made it clear that between the time of year and conditions that day we would have to really work at it to get anything. That’s exactly what we did and we ended up catching a good amount of fish. Most importantly our 5 year old son, who is obsessed with fishing, had the time of his life and caught fish he’s never seen before. 5 stars, highly recommend. If you have a small group this is the charter to go on!

    Jacob D. | August 25, 2024

    Trip: Full Day Private Fishing Charter

  • ★★★★★
    The five stars Is not for Robert he was not who took us out the five stars is for Ryan he was awesome. Ryan taught us a lot and was very friendly. Highly recommend going on a trip with Ryan.

    Chandra N. | August 9, 2024

    Trip: 4-8 hr Offshore Fishing (Federal)

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great time with Captain Tim. He is a seasoned guide that knows the area waters and knows where the fish are. He took the time to make sure my kids were casting properly and made sure they were never out of bait. We all enjoyed the trip and caught a lot of fish.

    Andrew H. | August 7, 2024

    Trip: Inshore Trip - 23 parker custom

  • ★★★★★
    Great time on the water. Chris and Kaden are very knowledgeable. Highly recommend

    Brian P. | July 30, 2024

    Trip: Florida Sportfish on Light Tackle

  • ★★★★★
    The fish hawk was an outstanding charter and Captain Brian and mate were very professional and worked hard to fill the fish box. As soon as the bite slowed on a spot, we packed up and headed to another spot. We caught fish all day long. We had 6 people fishing on the boat and I know that takes a lot of effort from the crew and they both helped all day long baiting hooks, taking fish off, and tying lines,,,,I highly recommend them and wil no doubt book again with these guys

    Tim H. | July 22, 2024

    Trip: Federal American Red Snapper - 28’

  • ★★★★★
    Guys were awesome !! They were all ready to go when I got to the boat Tony and Tony Sr absolute gentlemen and worked very hard and got me mahi, tuna, and barracudas definitely go out with again

    Paul M. | July 22, 2024

    Trip: Key West Offshore or Inshore

  • ★★★★★
    We had an absolutely amazing time deep sea fishing with Captain Anthony! He is a fun and knowledgeable fisherman with LOTS of experience and great stories (ask him about how he’d dive for lobsters to impress his dates). He does all the work but lets you learn and participate as much or as little as you want. We knew we had an expert when we heard the radio chatter of all the other guides complaining that nothing was biting, while we pulled in six (only four mahi in pic). The other two were a small tuna and a ~32” barracuda). We highly recommend Kilo Whiskey Charter & Captain Anthony!

    Dan W. | July 18, 2024

    Trip: Ultimate Action Fishing in Key West

  • ★★★★★
    The trip was an incredible and unique experience. The boat was clean and well maintained and Capt Robert was great! He worked hard to make sure we got some fish to take home and taught us fresh water fisherman a thing or 2 about ocean fishing. Absolutely recommend.

    Charles A. | July 12, 2024

    Trip: 4-8 hr Offshore Fishing (Federal)

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Tony was great. We'd definitely book again.

    Houston H. | July 9, 2024

    Trip: Key West Offshore or Inshore

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great trip with David. He arrived at the dock on time ready to go. He's got a nice, open, boat with a center console so it was easy to move around. We moved around the inter coastal area between Anna Maria and Long Boat fishing for snook, red fish, and trout. Anytime we weren't getting bites we'd move. David worked very hard to keep all of us in fresh bait, and good locations. He knew a ton about the local fish, currents, depths, and regulations. We also got to see several manatees which was such a lovely bonus! When my son hooked a big red fish David gave him great guidance to help him bring it in. He was easy to talk to and we are already recommending him to our friends. We will definitely book again next time we're in the area.

    Rey S. | June 28, 2024

    Trip: The Local Trip

  • ★★★★★
    great day!!

    Marissa L. | June 16, 2024

    Trip: The Local Trip

  • ★★★★★
    We had an incredible day with Antonio and Russia. They led us to the fish and we caught 9 Mahi Mahi. They were great company and took good care of us!

    Maggie B. | June 9, 2024

    Trip: Key West Offshore or Inshore

  • ★★★★★
    Great job! Good introduction and fishing!

    James C. | June 8, 2024

    Trip: Deepsea Bottom and Trolling

  • ★★★★★
    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

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