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What are the best tarpon fishing charters in Longboat Key?
The best tarpon fishing charters in Longboat Key are:
Why should I book a tarpon fishing charter in Longboat Key with Captain Experiences?
Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 4 tarpon trips in Longboat Key, and the most popular trips in the area are Private 4 hour - Sarasota Bay guided by William, Tarpon Trips guided by Darius, and Family Fishing Sarasota / Siesta Key guided by Michael.
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 Longboat Key? Check out our beginner and family friendly tarpon guides in Longboat Key.
What types of tarpon fishing charters are common in Longboat Key?
Nearshore fishing is the most popular type of fishing for tarpon in Longboat Key as well as flats fishing and inshore fishing.
The most common fishing techniques in Longboat Key are live bait fishing, bottom fishing, and artificial lure fishing but light tackle fishing and drift fishing are popular as well.
How much do Longboat Key tarpon fishing charters cost?
Prices for tarpon in Longboat Key can range anywhere from about $584 to $960, but the average price for a half day trip for tarpon in Longboat Key is $600. The average price for a full day trip for tarpon in Longboat Key is $875.
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 Longboat Key?
The most popular season for tarpon fishing in Longboat Key is summer, and most anglers book their trips 0 days in advance.
Do I need a Longboat Key fishing license for tarpon and what are the bag limits for tarpon in Longboat Key?
See here for more information on tarpon fishing licenses in Longboat Key, tarpon bag limits, and fishing season regulations for tarpon in Longboat Key. When in doubt, your fishing guide will always know the right tarpon rules and regulations in Longboat Key.
Other Fishing Species in Longboat Key
- Amberjack
- Black Drum
- Black Grouper
- Blacktip Shark
- Bonito
- Bonnethead Shark
- Bull Shark
- Cobia
- Flounder
- Gag Grouper
- Goliath Grouper
- Hardhead Catfish
- Kingfish
- Ladyfish
- Mangrove Snapper
- Mutton Snapper
- Permit
- Red Grouper
- Red Snapper
- Redfish
- Sheepshead
- Snook
- Speckled Trout
- Vermillion Snapper
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