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8 Hours Fishing Trip

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6 Hour Sarasota Fishing Trip

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Inshore, Deep Sea, Nearshore in Sarasota

Prestige Anna Maria Sound

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Private 4 Hour - Sarasota Bay

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Everything to Know About Booking a Sarasota Bay cobia fishing charter

Why should I book a cobia fishing charter in Sarasota Bay with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 14 cobia trips in Sarasota Bay, and the most popular trips in the area are Sarasota Inshore/Nearshore guided by Darius, Sarasota’s Premier Fishing Trip guided by James, and 4 Hours Fishing Trip guided by Vasiliy.

Our guides in Sarasota Bay are rated a 4.85 out of 5 based on 5945 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 cobia guides / fishing lessons in Sarasota Bay? Check out our beginner and family friendly cobia guides in Sarasota Bay.

What types of cobia fishing charters are common in Sarasota Bay?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing for cobia in Sarasota Bay as well as inshore fishing, nearshore fishing, and flats fishing.

The most common fishing techniques in Sarasota Bay are artificial lure fishing, bottom fishing, and drift fishing but fly fishing and kite fishing are popular as well.

How much do Sarasota Bay cobia fishing charters cost?

Prices for cobia in Sarasota Bay can range anywhere from about $600 to $1,797, but the average price for a half day trip for cobia in Sarasota Bay is $794. The average price for a full day trip for cobia in Sarasota Bay is $1,298.

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 cobia fishing in Sarasota Bay?

The most popular season for cobia fishing in Sarasota Bay is summer, and most anglers book their trips 23 days in advance.

Do I need a Sarasota Bay fishing license for cobia and what are the bag limits for cobia in Sarasota Bay?

See here for more information on cobia fishing licenses in Sarasota Bay, cobia bag limits, and fishing season regulations for cobia in Sarasota Bay. When in doubt, your fishing guide will always know the right cobia rules and regulations in Sarasota Bay.

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Had lots of fun

    Elam P. | November 13, 2025

    Trip: 4 Hours Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Good time! The boat ride was fabulous. We were able to assist a boat taking on water. We call the Coast Guard.

    Andrew A. | August 7, 2025

    Trip: Prestige Anna Maria Sound

  • ★★★★★
    It was a wonderful fishing trip with an experienced and helpful crew!

    Lindsay B. | August 6, 2025

    Trip: Prestige Anna Maria Sound

  • ★★★★★
    Awesome time can’t wait to do it again. Highly recommended!!! Vasiliy waited for us to get a cooler and ice to bring the fish back with us. We cooked the fish the next night. Great Captain Vasiliy thanks for a awesome time!

    Phil L. | July 13, 2025

    Trip: 6 Hour Sarasota Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Great trip! Very knowledgeable, friendly and alert to customers needs. We had a blast! Thanks again!

    Chris G. | June 19, 2025

    Trip: 6 Hour Sarasota Fishing Trip

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