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Atlantic Mackerel Fishing Charters

Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore, Flats in Mastic

Inshore Charter

NEW Managed by Dennis
28 ft 1 - 12 People From $600
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea, Boat Cruise in Fajardo

6 Hr - Private Fishing Trip

NEW Guided by Shesla
37 ft 1 - 12 People From $1,250
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in Ocean City

Offshore Wreck Fishing

100% (1) Guided by Steve
48 ft 1 - 6 People From $2,400
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea Fishing in West Palm Beach

Full & 3/4 Day Fishing Trips

100% (1) Guided by Richard
48 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,750
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea, Nearshore, Jetty in Pompano Beach

#1 Offshore Charter

100% (30) Guided by Brad
28 ft 1 - 6 People From $600
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore Fishing in Morehead City

Morehead City Inshore/Nearshore

100% (1) Guided by Dale
24 ft 1 - 4 People From $525
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Everything to Know About Booking an atlantic mackerel fishing charter

Why should I book an atlantic mackerel fishing charter with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 60 atlantic mackerel trips, and the most popular trips are VIP SPORTFISHING & OCEAN SKEET guided by Franco, 4 Hr - Private Fishing Trip guided by Shesla, and Texas Gulf Coast Fishing guided by Michael.

Our guides are rated a 4.94 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 atlantic mackerel guides / fishing lessons? Check out our beginner and family friendly atlantic mackerel guides.

What types of atlantic mackerel fishing charters are common?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing for atlantic mackerel as well as nearshore fishing, inshore fishing, and jetty fishing.

The most common fishing techniques are bottom fishing, trolling, and drift fishing but light tackle fishing and heavy tackle fishing are popular as well.

How much do atlantic mackerel fishing charters cost?

Prices for atlantic mackerel can range anywhere from about $1,035 to $4,800, but the average price for a half day trip for atlantic mackerel is $2,147. The average price for a full day trip for atlantic mackerel is $3,532.

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 atlantic mackerel fishing?

The most popular season for atlantic mackerel fishing is summer, and most anglers book their trips 27 days in advance.

Do I need a fishing license for atlantic mackerel and what are the bag limits for atlantic mackerel?

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

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    We had an amazing time! Captain was friendly and very helpful. The captain recommended that we take our catch to Mac’s Place bar just steps from the marina and have it prepared. The staff and preparation were both amazing!! We will return to do it all again! Thanks Antonio!!

    Todd R. | November 5, 2025

    Trip: Key West Inshore, Nearshore, Jetty

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Alek was awesome. He took us to great spots and we caught a ton of fish. Very knowledgeable and friendly. When we came back he prepped all of our fish for us so we could have feast later than night. Great experience!

    Brian S. | August 25, 2025

    Trip: Miami Sport Fishing 🎣

  • ★★★★★
    We had a nice time with Taylor. Wish we could have caught more fish. We got one conus that we had to release. My husband is a very experienced fisherman and I believe if we would have gone to deeper waters it would of been more of a success, but still a good rime

    Alice R. | August 16, 2025

    Trip: #1 Offshore Charter

  • ★★★★★
    Bill was great with our 12 and 13 year olds. He is very knowledgeable and helped us have a great morning. Would definitely book again.

    Robert K. | August 11, 2025

    Trip: Sportfishing Half Day

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Tony was great. We did an afternoon trip and nearly caught our limit. We, unfortunately, cut our trip a bit short as an unexpected storm popped up, but he got us back safely, which is the most important thing. He was great in showing us how to use the tackle and set things up.

    Michael D. | August 4, 2025

    Trip: Key West Inshore, Nearshore, Jetty

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