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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 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, 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, Jetty, Flats in Corpus Christi

Morning Fishing Trip - 5 Hour

100% (7) Guided by Shayne
25 ft 1 - 10 People From $575
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore, Flats in Gulf Breeze

Pensacola Bay Fly Fishing

100% (7) Guided by Richard
21 ft 1 - 3 People From $400
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Deep Sea, Nearshore in Pensacola

Quick Trips! Kid Friendly

100% (2) Guided by Trey
23 ft 1 - 6 People From $550
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Deep Sea, Nearshore in Key West

Afternoon 1/2 Day Fishing

88% (8) Guided by John
25 ft 1 - 4 People From $800
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Deep Sea Fishing in Islamorada

Islamorada Fishing With Capt Pete

94% (16) Guided by Pete
37 ft 1 - 6 People From $850
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in Sarasota

4 Hours Fishing Trip

100% (3) Guided by Vasiliy
27 ft 1 - 6 People From $500
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in Sarasota

9 Hours Fishing Trip

100% (3) Guided by Vasiliy
27 ft 1 - 6 People From $600
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Deep Sea, Nearshore in Pensacola

Pensacola Fishing Frenzy

100% (4) Guided by James
26 ft 1 - 12 People From $800
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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Everything to Know About Booking a Gulf Of Mexico topwater fishing charter

What are the best topwater fishing charters in Gulf Of Mexico?

The best topwater fishing charters in Gulf Of Mexico are:

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

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 87 topwater fishing trips in Gulf Of Mexico, and the most popular trips in the area are The Local Trip guided by David, Key West Offshore or Inshore guided by Antonio, and Morning Fishing Trip - 5 hour guided by Shayne.

Our guides in Gulf Of Mexico are rated a 4.8 out of 5 based on 3812 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 Gulf Of Mexico? Check out our beginner and family friendly topwater fishing guides in Gulf Of Mexico.

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

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

The most commonly sought after species for topwater fishing in Gulf Of Mexico are: 1. kingfish, 2. mahi mahi, 3. mangrove snapper, 4. cobia, and 5. spanish mackerel.

How much do Gulf Of Mexico topwater fishing charters cost?

Prices for topwater fishing in Gulf Of Mexico can range anywhere from about $800 to $6,404, but the average price for a half day trip for topwater fishing in Gulf Of Mexico is $1,314. The average price for a full day trip for topwater fishing in Gulf Of Mexico is $3,904.

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 Gulf Of Mexico?

The most popular season to go on a topwater fishing charter in Gulf Of Mexico is summer, and most anglers book their trips 19 days in advance.

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

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

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great time with Captain Andrew and team catching fish and navigating the waves. We were put right on the best areas to catch the snapper we were after. Also, when we forgot a jacket onboard in all the excitement of disembarking, Captain Andrew went out of his way to get it back to us. Thank you for helping make my husbands birthday one to remember!

    Amanda R. | December 21, 2024

    Trip: State Water Reef / Shrimp Boat / Rigs

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great time. We caught around 40 fish. Gray snapper, Redfish, Porgy, and Sheep Head. Caught some group or two, but they’re out of season so I’d throw them back. The fish we did keep we took back and cooked them up. They were delicious.

    Griffin P. | December 13, 2024

    Trip: 6 Hours Fishing trip

  • ★★★★★
    What a great experience! JoJo was a terrific guide and a pleasure to be around. He was knowledgeable and patient with everyone. He took four of us out and we all highly recommend him.

    Jennifer F. | September 22, 2024

    Trip: Deep Sea Fishing with Capt. Jojo

  • ★★★★★
    5 Stars! Capt Katie and her deck hand Nick (amazing young man) gave us a wonderful day of fishing on the Gulf. Her hospitality, knowledge of fishing in the Gulf and patient instruction made for a very enjoyable and interesting trip. We trolled for mackerel and did some bottom fishing for shark, which unexpectedly got us a red snapper plus a good size shark. For me it was a welcome return to nearshore fishing and for my son, a new experience. I highly recommend a trip with Capt Katie. She is keeping the spirit of Destin, the luckiest fishing village in the world, alive and well. You will not be disappointed.

    Stephen J. | September 16, 2024

    Trip: Captain’s Choice: Troll + Shark

  • ★★★★★
    It was a great trip. Three of us fished comfortably for a half day. Mother Nature provided the fish, and Nick provided a great atmosphere. Easy to talk to and gave some good local recommendations, will look to book with Nick again in the future.

    Michael L. | September 2, 2024

    Trip: Reel Salty Sportfishing

  • ★★★★★
    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

  • ★★★★★
    Richard was great. He really helped me improve my casting.

    Matthew P. | August 3, 2024

    Trip: Pensacola Bay Fly Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Excellent trip, everyone had a good time. Limited out on snapper. Will use him again and refer him to others.

    Brian H. | August 2, 2024

    Trip: Texas Gulf Coast Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Nick was a fantastic a knowledgeable guide. His boat was clean and well kept. We are a party of 4 with a 10 and 13 year old. Nick took us to an area where every cast was a catch. Thanks again.

    Jason Q. | August 2, 2024

    Trip: Reel Salty Sportfishing

  • ★★★★★
    Our charter with Captain John was incredible! He was very professional but also personable! We enjoyed everything about the fishing trip! We had a beautiful day & caught several large dolphins! Will definitely rebook with Capt. John the next time we are in Key West!

    Deanna H. | July 31, 2024

    Trip: Morning 1/2 Day Fishing Charter

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great time with Shayne! Super knowledgeable dude who takes you to the best spots for the best chances at catching the targeted fish. Boat was super nice and clean. Had some great conversations. 10/10 would go again!

    Trinity J. | July 30, 2024

    Trip: Morning Fishing Trip - 5 hour

  • ★★★★★
    Had a fantastic trip with captain Sam. Did the 5 hour shark charter and had a blast. Landed 5 sharks including 3 full grown bull sharks.

    Zach D. | July 29, 2024

    Trip: Shark Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Katie is by far top notch. Her deck hand Nick was awesome as well. Highly suggest going out with them. We caught a 10ft+ tiger shark. Once in a lifetime experience

    Prestyn H. | July 27, 2024

    Trip: Captain’s Choice: Troll + Shark

  • ★★★★★
    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

  • ★★★★★
    This trip was so fun, we caught snapper, gafftop, and 2 stingrays, and one was a monster. Andrew knew where to go and his boat was very nice, he’s the best hype man too, always excited when a fish is on! Jeff was the bomb. He made sure we always had our lines ready and in the water and helped us pull up them Rays when our arms were wore out!

    Katelyn B. | July 17, 2024

    Trip: 8 Hour Offshore Reef & Wreck Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Nate and his mate were about as good as you can get. Kept me up on weather and water situations. Communication was the best I've had from any Capitan. Water was about as bad as it gets he safely got us out and back. Nathan can pilot a boat and can catch fish! I'll book for years to come.

    Joshua B. | July 9, 2024

    Trip: 8 hour federal waters fishing trip

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

    Houston H. | July 9, 2024

    Trip: Key West Offshore or Inshore

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