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What are the best tarpon fishing charters in Key West?
The best tarpon fishing charters in Key West are:
Why should I book a tarpon fishing charter in Key West with Captain Experiences?
Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 36 tarpon trips in Key West, and the most popular trips in the area are Afternoon 1/2 day fishing guided by John, Inshore Trip - 18’ Xplor Flats Boat guided by Chandler, and Southernmost Mahi Offshore Fishing guided by Garrett.
Our guides in Key West are rated a 4.93 out of 5 based on 3813 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 tarpon guides / fishing lessons in Key West? Check out our beginner and family friendly tarpon guides in Key West.
What types of tarpon fishing charters are common in Key West?
Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing for tarpon in Key West as well as inshore fishing, flats fishing, and nearshore fishing.
The most common fishing techniques in Key West are light tackle fishing, live bait fishing, and artificial lure fishing but bottom fishing and drift fishing are popular as well.
How much do Key West tarpon fishing charters cost?
Prices for tarpon in Key West can range anywhere from about $600 to $3,210, but the average price for a half day trip for tarpon in Key West is $1,230. The average price for a full day trip for tarpon in Key West is $1,900.
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 tarpon fishing in Key West?
The most popular season for tarpon fishing in Key West is spring, and most anglers book their trips 25 days in advance.
Do I need a Key West fishing license for tarpon and what are the bag limits for tarpon in Key West?
See here for more information on tarpon fishing licenses in Key West, tarpon bag limits, and fishing season regulations for tarpon in Key West. When in doubt, your fishing guide will always know the right tarpon rules and regulations in Key West.
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- Almaco Jack
- Amberjack
- Atlantic Mackerel
- Barracuda
- Black Grouper
- Blackfin Tuna
- Blacktip Shark
- Blue Marlin
- Bluefin Tuna
- Bluefish
- Bonefish
- Bonito
- Bonnethead Shark
- Bull Shark
- Cero Mackerel
- Cobia
- Cubera Snapper
- False Albacore
- Florida Pompano
- Gag Grouper
- Goliath Grouper
- Grunt
- Hammerhead Shark
- Hogfish
- Jack Crevalle
- Kingfish
- Ladyfish
- Lane Snapper
- Lemon Shark
- Lionfish
- Lobster
- Mahi Mahi
- Mako Shark
- Mangrove Snapper
- Mutton Snapper
- Nurse Shark
- Permit
- Queen Snapper
- Rainbow Runner
- Red Grouper
- Red Snapper
- Redfish
- Sailfish
- Scamp Grouper
- Skipjack Tuna
- Snook
- Snowy Grouper
- Spanish Mackerel
- Speckled Trout
- Stingray
- Strawberry Grouper
- Swordfish
- Tiger Shark
- Tilefish
- Triggerfish
- Tripletail
- Vermillion Snapper
- Wahoo
- Warsaw Grouper
- White Marlin
- Yellowtail Amberjack
- Yellowtail Snapper
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