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Black Seabass Fishing Charters

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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Deep Sea, Nearshore in Harwich

Half Day Fishing Charter

100% (2)
26 ft 1 - 6 People From $600
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore Fishing in Stone Harbor

Stone Harbor Inshore/Nearshore

100% (3)
22 ft 1 - 6 People From $700
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore Fishing in Stone Harbor

New Jersey Inshore Classic

100% (3)
22 ft 1 - 6 People From $500
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea, Nearshore, Jetty in Jacksonville

Summer Time Offshore Fishing

NEW
25 ft 1 - 10 People From $700
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea Fishing in Mount Pleasant

Ocean Trophy Quest

100% (6)
32 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,575
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore Fishing in Crystal River

Crushin' It Inshore Special

100% (1)
21 ft 1 - 4 People From $450
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Everything to Know About Booking a black seabass fishing charter

What are the best black seabass fishing charters?

Why should I book a black seabass fishing charter with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 110 black seabass trips, and the most popular trips are Old-School Classic Trip guided by Greg, Jacksonville nearshore/ Offshore guided by Bill, and Bottomfishing Trip guided by Jason.

Our guides are rated a 4.95 out of 5 based on 3786 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 black seabass guides / fishing lessons? Check out our beginner and family friendly black seabass guides.

What types of black seabass fishing charters are common?

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

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

How much do black seabass fishing charters cost?

Prices for black seabass can range anywhere from about $600 to $2,480, but the average price for a half day trip for black seabass is $945. The average price for a full day trip for black seabass is $1,645.

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 black seabass fishing?

The most popular season for black seabass fishing is summer, and most anglers book their trips 13 days in advance.

Do I need a fishing license for black seabass and what are the bag limits for black seabass?

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

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Hayden was great! He helped our party out every step of the way. I definitely recommend you giving this trip a go! A lot of fun!

    Sean R. | December 11, 2024

    Trip: 4 HR Inshore/Harbor/Jetties Fishing PM

  • ★★★★★
    My son and I had a great time fishing with Captain Tim. He's a great guy to fish with and was a lot of fun to fish with. While we caught many fish, it would have been better if the bigger ones cooperated.

    Robert W. | November 17, 2024

    Trip: Inshore Trip - 23 parker custom

  • ★★★★★
    Such a great experience! The captain had a great attitude and was really fun. The weather was a little off and very windy, but he still made everything fun. I appreciated his knowledge of the waterways and taking us through some different parts of the inshore areas. It was fun to see the shoreline from the water and we even hooked a few fish despite the weather. The whole group had a fantastic experience and I will be booking with Captain Bill again!

    Kathleen K. | October 28, 2024

    Trip: Jacksonville Inshore Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great time captain Nick was amazing..

    Kelly P. | October 9, 2024

    Trip: Nearshore/Inshore Madness

  • ★★★★★
    We had a fantastic time. Caught lots of fish and enjoyed talking to Jason. He put us on fish immediately and moved to another location if the fish stopped biting. Never had time to eat the snacks we brought. Will book with Jason the next time we go fishing

    Gregory W. | October 4, 2024

    Trip: Bottomfishing/Trolling Combo

  • ★★★★★
    This was a Christmas gift in 2023 for our Grandson. We were rescheduled due to weather the first time but the second time was worth every penny to see his smile. Darius was very quick to respond to my numerous text messages keeping us up to date with ocean conditions and we would highly recommend him to anyone and everyone that we meet. Thanks again Darius for making this trip special.

    Susan D. | September 29, 2024

    Trip: Charleston Deep Sea Offshore

  • ★★★★★
    What a great experience! JoJo was a terrific guide and a pleasure to be around. He was knowledgeable and patient with everyone. He took four of us out and we all highly recommend him.

    Jennifer F. | September 22, 2024

    Trip: Deep Sea Fishing with Capt. Jojo

  • ★★★★★
    Chuck is an awesome guide, captain and fisherman! He is personable, friendly and patient. Thanks for a wonderful afternoon. We hope to be back next year!

    Rowena A. | September 1, 2024

    Trip: Nearshore Sportfish Roundup

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great time with Captain Tim. He is a seasoned guide that knows the area waters and knows where the fish are. He took the time to make sure my kids were casting properly and made sure they were never out of bait. We all enjoyed the trip and caught a lot of fish.

    Andrew H. | August 7, 2024

    Trip: Inshore Trip - 23 parker custom

  • ★★★★★
    10/10 if we could put him up there , went out for a bachelor party and had a great time with Carlo. We had to cut the day short for some people and take them back to the dock but Carlo offer to take the rest of us back out for a couple more hours after. Definitely be using him every time we go out, not to mention we caught some of the biggest drum and sheep head inshore we’ve seen.

    Justin A. | August 4, 2024

    Trip: Besting Charleston's Beasts

  • ★★★★★
    Great time on the water. Chris and Kaden are very knowledgeable. Highly recommend

    Brian P. | July 30, 2024

    Trip: Florida Sportfish on Light Tackle

  • ★★★★★
    Our trip with Capt Bill was OUTSTANDING! Great boat, great teacher—my grandson learned an amazing amount about how to catch fish. I would strongly recommend Capt Bill to anyone who wants to have great fun, learn a lot, and catch great fish!!!

    John K. | July 27, 2024

    Trip: Jacksonville nearshore/ Offshore

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great trip with Captain Doug. We would definitely book him again. The Captain Experiences team was also great and very responsive.

    Keith M. | July 15, 2024

    Trip: Half Day Fishing Charter

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great experience with Doug during our family vacation to the cape! Fish were caught and memories were made! Highly recommend Doug for your next fishing trip!

    Brianna G. | July 8, 2024

    Trip: Half Day Fishing Charter

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great time and caught lots of different fish. Would definitely recommend!

    Rhett E. | July 8, 2024

    Trip: 6 HR Reef/Nearshore/Jetties/Harbor

  • ★★★★★
    Adrian was such a fantastic guide- we got on fish immediately and caught multiple species. He has a deep knowledge of the area and has an excellent personality for the guide service. We had such a fun time, cannot wait to get back and highly recommend using his service!

    Andrew P. | July 2, 2024

    Trip: Half Day Charleston Adventure

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Troy was great! He put us on some big fish and we all had a blast. His boat is new, well equipped and comfortable. We look forward to going out with Captain Troy again the next time we are in St Augustine

    Chuck T. | June 30, 2024

    Trip: 6-8 Hour Offshore - 28' Seafox

  • ★★★★★
    Capt. Russel gave us a fine trip and focused on our children, made them feel very special and successful. Our trip was an inshore family fish and sight see tour, was perfect for a family fun time.

    Brian D. | June 30, 2024

    Trip: Dolphin Spotting and Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Great captain! Carlo wants his guests to succeed! Great experience!

    Ed P. | June 27, 2024

    Trip: Besting Charleston's Beasts

  • ★★★★★
    Had a great time with Capt Hayden! He was professional, easy going, and made us feel comfortable right out of the gate. We made some life long memories and was definitely the best part of our guy trip! Thank You!

    Marc A. | June 27, 2024

    Trip: 4 HR Inshore/Harbor/Jetties Fishing AM

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