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Sarasota’s Premier Fishing Trip

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Kendall Fishing Trip

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8 Hours Fishing Trip

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Private 4 Hour - Sarasota Bay

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Everything to Know About Booking a Sarasota Bay hogfish fishing charter

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

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 4 hogfish trips in Sarasota Bay, and the most popular trips in the area are 8 Hours Fishing Trip guided by Vasiliy, Kendall Fishing Trip guided by Phil, and Sarasota’s Premier Fishing Trip guided by James.

Our guides in Sarasota Bay are rated a 5 out of 5 based on 5156 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 hogfish guides / fishing lessons in Sarasota Bay? Check out our beginner and family friendly hogfish guides in Sarasota Bay.

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

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

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

How much do Sarasota Bay hogfish fishing charters cost?

Prices for hogfish in Sarasota Bay can range anywhere from about $575 to $1,200, but the average price for a half day trip for hogfish in Sarasota Bay is $630. The average price for a full day trip for hogfish in Sarasota Bay is $1,028.

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 hogfish fishing in Sarasota Bay?

The most popular season for hogfish fishing in Sarasota Bay is summer, and most anglers book their trips 25 days in advance.

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

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

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Great trip!

    Justin L. | May 21, 2025

    Trip: 8 Hours Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Great Trip! We caught 4 different species of fish and constant action. Taylor was very knowledgeable of the area, safe and fun to fish with!! I will book a trip with him again!

    Eric U. | April 18, 2025

    Trip: Inshore Fishing Charter Bradenton

  • ★★★★★
    Taylor was a great guide very knowledgeable and genially loves fishing

    Gary B. | January 31, 2025

    Trip: Inshore Fishing Charter Bradenton

  • ★★★★★
    James was fantastic. He communicated very good and knew the bay extremely well. He put my son and I on fish at each spot and couldn’t of asked for a better experience in Sarasota Bay!

    Joshua D. | November 27, 2024

    Trip: Sarasota’s Premier Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Fantastic 4 hour charter, Captain James was a blast and he knew where the fish were! Will book again, thanks for a great time.

    Ted M. | May 8, 2024

    Trip: Sarasota’s Premier Fishing Trip

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