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Inshore, Deep Sea, Nearshore, Jetty in Key West

Key West Offshore Or Inshore

100% (22) Guided by Antonio
27 ft 1 - 12 People From $700
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Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in Key West

Key West Mixed Bag Trip

100% (8) Guided by Brad
43 ft 1 - 6 People From $950
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Inshore, Nearshore Fishing in Key West

Key West Fishing Adventure

100% (7) Managed by Justin
24 ft 1 - 8 People From $800
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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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Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in Key West

Wreck & Reef Fishing - 29’ Sea Vee

100% (3) Guided by Garrett
29 ft 1 - 6 People From $900
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Deep Sea Fishing in Key West

Southernmost Mahi Offshore Fishing

100% (3) Guided by Garrett
29 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,200
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Inshore, Nearshore, Flats in Summerland Key

Summerland Key Flats Action

100% (7) Guided by Brandon
17 ft 1 - 3 People From $400
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Inshore, Nearshore, Flats in Key West

Marquesas Key "Hidden Gem" Trip

100% (12) Managed by John
24 ft 1 - 5 People From $1,200
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Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in Key West

Key West Fishing Slam

94% (18) Managed by Mark
36 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,050
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Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in Key West

Key West Party Boat Fishing

NEW Guided by Jamie
56 ft 1 - 45 People From $2,000
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Deep Sea Fishing in Key West

Key West Offshore Action

89% (9) Guided by John
33 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,000
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Deep Sea Fishing in Key West

Pulley Ridge

89% (9) Guided by John
37 ft 1 - 6 People From $5,500
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Everything to Know About Booking a Key West black grouper fishing charter

What are the best black grouper fishing charters in Key West?

The best black grouper fishing charters in Key West are:

Why should I book a black grouper fishing charter in Key West with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 36 black grouper trips in Key West, and the most popular trips in the area are Key West Offshore or Inshore guided by Antonio, Key West Mixed Bag Trip guided by Brad, and Key West Fishing Adventure guided by Justin.

Our guides in Key West are rated a 4.87 out of 5 based on 3807 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 black grouper guides / fishing lessons in Key West? Check out our beginner and family friendly black grouper guides in Key West.

What types of black grouper fishing charters are common in Key West?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing for black grouper in Key West as well as nearshore fishing, inshore fishing, and flats fishing.

The most common fishing techniques in Key West are light tackle fishing, bottom fishing, and trolling but heavy tackle fishing and jigging are popular as well.

How much do Key West black grouper fishing charters cost?

Prices for black grouper in Key West can range anywhere from about $800 to $2,400, but the average price for a half day trip for black grouper in Key West is $1,180. The average price for a full day trip for black grouper in Key West is $2,123.

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 black grouper fishing in Key West?

The most popular season for black grouper fishing in Key West is summer, and most anglers book their trips 25 days in advance.

Do I need a Key West fishing license for black grouper and what are the bag limits for black grouper in Key West?

See here for more information on black grouper fishing licenses in Key West, black grouper bag limits, and fishing season regulations for black grouper in Key West. When in doubt, your fishing guide will always know the right black grouper rules and regulations in Key West.

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    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 such a great time and our guide was fun, knowledgeable, and put us on the fish all trip! We will be going back for sure.

    Rae S. | October 6, 2024

    Trip: Key West Offshore Action

  • ★★★★★
    Excellent guide and first mate. Both were great. Stayed over our time to be sure all the kids caught something. Highly recommend!!!

    Graham S. | September 16, 2024

    Trip: Key West Fishing Slam

  • ★★★★★
    Chris & Will were great. Knowledgeable, professional, engaging and put us on the fish. Would highly recommend this charter.

    Doug B. | September 11, 2024

    Trip: Key West Sportfish Trip

  • ★★★★★
    We had an amazing time! We had a special interest in Mahi and captain brad and his first mate made it happen. It was great, they made us feel super comfortable and confident. We were able to score Mackerel, Yellowtail and we latched on 3 Mahi’s at the very very last second! Super lucky. Brad and his first mate made it happen! We were able to leave with 2 mackerels and 2 Mahi Mahi’s! Thank you! You won’t regret booking with them. Special experience.

    María A. | September 2, 2024

    Trip: Key West Mixed Bag Trip

  • ★★★★★
    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

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Brad and his first mate were amazing. It was my first time fishing off of a boat and I'm glad it was with them! They were both very patient, helpful, and made it an unforgettable experience. We caught snapper and grouper and even hooked an eel! Thanks to both of you for a fantastic time on the water. Highly recommend

    Karen E. | August 19, 2024

    Trip: Key West Mixed Bag Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Steve and woody were absolutely a load of fun although the fish were not biting they continued to try !! Very enjoyable time !

    Marcie R. | August 17, 2024

    Trip: Key West Fishing Slam

  • ★★★★★
    Great day on the water, Captain Mark and mate Will were awesome. They put me on fish and stayed out until the last minute. I would definitely recommend.

    Nicholas W. | August 8, 2024

    Trip: Key West Deep Sea Run - 40' Luhrs

  • ★★★★★
    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

  • ★★★★★
    Had a great time, went with captain David Larson, caught some snapper and a shark. Would 100% go out and do it again. I am not knowledgeable of fishing but the captain helped, taught very well, and was very professional.

    Trey H. | July 29, 2024

    Trip: Key West "Flex" Sportfishing

  • ★★★★★
    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

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

    Houston H. | July 9, 2024

    Trip: Key West Offshore or Inshore

  • ★★★★★
    10 Stars ⭐️ Spencer was a great communicator, ensured we had a variety of fishing opportunities and was great with my kiddos!!

    Noell P. | July 3, 2024

    Trip: Key West Silver Kings and More

  • ★★★★★
    Capt John was top notch!! Our planned morning trip hit a snag due to bad weather…But John was honest and informative suggesting that we should hold off a few hours…so we did. Our afternoon ended up being an awesome fishing encounter. We would highly recommend…thank you Capt John!!!

    Kelly L. | July 1, 2024

    Trip: Morning 1/2 Day Fishing Charter

  • ★★★★★
    My son, friend and i went out on Cowboy II with Captain Mark and Best Mate Ever Anthony. The Captain has eagle eyes and Anthony moves like an octopus, neither would give up until we CRUSHED IT. 2 Black Tail Tuna and 9 Mahi later we were happy as fishing guys could be. I am happy to recommend them for your trip with the guys. Enjoy Paul Cella

    Paul C. | June 24, 2024

    Trip: Key West Fishing Slam

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Brad and his deck hand Dennis was awesome given the weather and seas where not very good they still put us on fish and took care of us perfectly. Boat was very nice clean had lots of room (perfect set up) . Would highly recommended Captain Brad !!!!

    Johnny E. | June 23, 2024

    Trip: Key West Mixed Bag Trip

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great time on our first family fishing trip. We brought enthusiasm, and very little experience. John was a great teacher for all of us, and took us to several good spots in Lake Passage. We caught shark, black grouper and enough snapper to feast on for days. The fine folks at Hurricane Hole cooked it up for us and it was amazing!! We would definitely book another trip with John!!

    Karl H. | June 23, 2024

    Trip: Morning 1/2 Day Fishing Charter

  • ★★★★★
    Had a fantastic day! Very relaxing and caught los of fish on the Cowgirl. The mate recommended the boathouse to take some of our catch for the restaurant to cook…Wow it was cooked to perfection!!

    Gene P. | June 15, 2024

    Trip: Key West Fishing Slam

  • ★★★★★
    Spencer was awesome. Especially great with our child. Showed him proper technique and our boy caught 12 fish! Fished in a couple different places and the fish were biting a lot in each spot. Will totally book Spencer again if we make it back to Key West.

    Joe R. | June 12, 2024

    Trip: Key West Silver Kings and More

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