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Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in Miami

3/4 Day Mahi Trip

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Full Day Exotic Reef Fishing

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3/4 Day Trip Miami

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28 ft 1 - 4 People From $900
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Key Largo Reef And Offshore

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Mahi And Tuna

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Deep Sea, Wreck And Reef

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A Bucket Of Fishing Fun

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Snorkel & Fish Combo

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32 ft 1 - 8 People From $1,050
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Reef Fishing Fun For Everyone

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Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in Miami

Miami Deep Sea / Nearshore Trip

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28 ft 1 - 4 People From $750
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Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in Marathon

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26 ft 1 - 12 People From $1,450
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Everything to Know About Booking a Straits of Florida live bait fishing charter

Why should I book a live bait fishing charter in Straits of Florida with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 11 live bait fishing trips in Straits of Florida, and the most popular trips in the area are 3/4 Day Mahi Trip guided by Jorge, Full Day Exotic Reef Fishing guided by Samuel, and 3/4 Day Trip Miami guided by Jorge.

Our guides in Straits of Florida are rated a 5 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 live bait fishing guides / fishing lessons in Straits of Florida? Check out our beginner and family friendly live bait fishing guides in Straits of Florida.

What types of live bait fishing charters are common in Straits of Florida?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing for live bait fishing in Straits of Florida as well as deep sea fishing, nearshore fishing, and inshore fishing.

The most commonly sought after species for live bait fishing in Straits of Florida are: 1. mahi mahi, 2. african pompano, 3. amberjack, 4. barracuda, and 5. black grouper.

How much do Straits of Florida live bait fishing charters cost?

Prices for live bait fishing in Straits of Florida can range anywhere from about $900 to $3,200, but the average price for a half day trip for live bait fishing in Straits of Florida is $1,071. The average price for a full day trip for live bait fishing in Straits of Florida is $2,186.

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 on a live bait fishing charter in Straits of Florida?

The most popular season to go on a live bait fishing charter in Straits of Florida is spring, and most anglers book their trips 18 days in advance.

Do I need a Straits of Florida fishing license and what are the bag limits in Straits of Florida?

See here for more information on fishing licenses in Straits of Florida, bag limits for target species, and fishing season regulations in Straits of Florida. When in doubt, your fishing guide will always know the right rules and regulations in Straits of Florida.

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Jorge was great. We unfortunately went out at a slow time of year and the fishing that day wasn't the best. We still managed to catch a few and Jorge worked hard to make sure we all got a fish. Also a knowledgeable and cool guy all around, would definitely go out again!

    Nils B. | September 17, 2025

    Trip: 3/4 Day Trip Miami

  • ★★★★★
    Capt TJ is the bomb. He put us on fish constantly and we limited out on mahi (good size). We had 4 rods+ blowing up consistently and first Mate Bill kept everyone organized. Best Father’s Day ever ! Capt TJ we will be back for sure.

    Sean K. | June 15, 2025

    Trip: Mahi And Tuna

  • ★★★★★
    This was honestly one of the most disappointing charters I’ve had. I’ve booked numerous charters all over and in the keys. I realize fishing is fishing but we were greeted by a captain other than Dan, great guy but not what I expected honestly. Our vessel wasn’t prepared and ready to go so we waited longer than was expected and it pushed other plans back even further. We caught one 12.5 inch yellow that was big enough to keep. On other charters the boat is quite well prepared and ready to change course quickly to get you on the fish, not the case, granted it was a shorter booking I’ve still had much better equipped captains and vessels. So to spend the day bobbing for non existent apples was not at all ideal. It was so boring my wife and son chose to nap. So just be aware that if you choose this charter it may not go at all to plan. Sadly it was a waste of precious vacation time. I typically hate reading negative reviews and have never personally left one, but this seemed appropriate given the outcome. Good luck.

    Darren H. | March 14, 2025

    Trip: Deep Sea, Wreck And Reef

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Dan and Ryan were fantastic. The ocean was pretty rough that day but they helped us have a great time and pull in quite a few fish. We’ll be back again next year and will definitely look to hire them again!

    Moira V. | November 8, 2024

    Trip: Deep Sea, Wreck And Reef

  • ★★★★★
    Great time with Capt. Daniel . Over 25 years of experience and it shows. Good guy that went the extra mile to make us feel welcomed.

    Brandon &. | September 13, 2024

    Trip: Deep Sea, Wreck And Reef

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