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Morning 2,4,or 8 Hour Inshore Trip

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I'll Be Your Capt'n

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Afternoon Inshore / Nearshore Trip

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Ten Thousand Islands Inshore

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Everything to Know About Booking a Ten Thousand Islands live bait fishing charter

Why should I book a live bait fishing charter in the Ten Thousand Islands with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 16 live bait fishing trips in the Ten Thousand Islands, and the most popular trips in the area are 3 - 4 Hour Inshore Fishing guided by Kodie, Hook 'em For Dinner guided by Edwin, and Everglades 1/2 Day Fishing Trip’s guided by Jose.

Our guides in the Ten Thousand Islands are rated a 4.92 out of 5 based on 6173 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 the Ten Thousand Islands? Check out our beginner and family friendly live bait fishing guides in the Ten Thousand Islands.

What types of live bait fishing charters are common in the Ten Thousand Islands?

Inshore fishing is the most popular type of fishing for live bait fishing in the Ten Thousand Islands as well as nearshore fishing, flats fishing, and river fishing.

The most commonly sought after species for live bait fishing in the Ten Thousand Islands are: 1. snook, 2. mangrove snapper, 3. redfish, 4. cobia, and 5. speckled trout.

How much do Ten Thousand Islands live bait fishing charters cost?

Prices for live bait fishing in the Ten Thousand Islands can range anywhere from about $500 to $1,350, but the average price for a half day trip for live bait fishing in the Ten Thousand Islands is $868. The average price for a full day trip for live bait fishing in the Ten Thousand Islands is $1,282.

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 the Ten Thousand Islands?

The most popular season to go on a live bait fishing charter in the Ten Thousand Islands is spring, and most anglers book their trips 16 days in advance.

Do I need a the Ten Thousand Islands fishing license and what are the bag limits in the Ten Thousand Islands?

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

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Tim was a great host. He knows the back bays like they are his backyard. Took us to many different spots and we were able to get into same great fish. Tim was also great with my 14, 12, and 7 year old kids. Would call Tim again for a trip next time we are in town.

    Benjamin G. | December 29, 2025

    Trip: Red Hot! 🔥 Let's Go Fishing!

  • ★★★★★
    It was our first backwater fishing in Marco Island and Captain Adventures and Captain Jamie made us an easy and fun experience. I would recommend them to anyone interested in fishing in Marco Island.

    Mark H. | December 29, 2025

    Trip: Afternoon Inshore / Nearshore Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Kyle was awesome, so much fun, 100% will be back

    Jackson R. | December 19, 2025

    Trip: 3 - 4 Hour Inshore Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    We had a fantastic day of fishing and exploring with Billy! He knows where to go for the best fishing. Super fun guy! Thanks Billy!

    Tony R. | December 9, 2025

    Trip: Ten Thousand Islands Like A Local

  • ★★★★★
    Had a good time didn’t catch anything to keep. Got a lots of garbage fish. All in all Edwin tried hard. Luck just wasn’t there. That’s fishing.

    Dale G. | October 23, 2025

    Trip: I'll Be Your Capt'n

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