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Queen Snapper Fishing Charters

Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea Fishing in Key West

Pulley Ridge

96% (24)
37 ft 1 - 6 People From $5,500
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in Marathon

Full Day

100% (2)
34 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,900
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in El Combate

Combate Private Fishing Charter

100% (3)
26 ft 1 - 12 People From $1,208
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Deep Sea, Nearshore in San José del Cabo

6 Hour - 30 Ft CC

NEW
30 ft 1 - 10 People From $600
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea Fishing in Englewood

12 Hour Offshore (80 To 100 Miles)

100% (2)
36 ft 1 - 12 People From $4,000
Veteran Operated
This trip is managed by a veteran of the US armed forces.
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in Islamorada

Best Islamorada Sportfishing

100% (7)
43 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,100
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Everything to Know About Booking a queen snapper fishing charter

Why should I book a queen snapper fishing charter with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 13 queen snapper trips, and the most popular trips are Destin Deep Sea Adventure guided by Cliff, 16 Hour Pulley Ridge Trip guided by Dave, and 12 Hour Offshore (80 to 100 miles) guided by Dave.

Our guides are rated a 5 out of 5 based on 4911 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 queen snapper guides / fishing lessons? Check out our beginner and family friendly queen snapper guides.

What types of queen snapper fishing charters are common?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing for queen snapper as well as nearshore fishing and inshore fishing.

The most common fishing techniques are bottom fishing, live bait fishing, and trolling but heavy tackle fishing and deep dropping are popular as well.

How much do queen snapper fishing charters cost?

Prices for queen snapper can range anywhere from about $1,203 to $9,000, but the average price for a half day trip for queen snapper is $1,275. The average price for a full day trip for queen snapper is $3,727.

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 queen snapper fishing?

The most popular season for queen snapper fishing is summer, and most anglers book their trips 7 days in advance.

Do I need a fishing license for queen snapper and what are the bag limits for queen snapper?

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

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    What an unforgettable day on the water with Captain Cliff and Austin! From the moment we set out, it was clear that Captain Cliff knows these waters like the back of his hand. He took us straight to the best spots, where we caught an impressive mix of red snapper, vermillion snapper, trigger fish, amberjack, and even grouper. Austin was fantastic—he was right there to help us with baiting, teaching us the best techniques for casting and reeling in our catches, and making sure we were having a great time every step of the way. His patience and expertise made the experience even more enjoyable. If you're looking for a top-tier fishing experience, Captain Cliff and Austin are the team to book. Highly recommend, and I can't wait to go back!

    Erin P. | December 27, 2024

    Trip: 4 Hour Family Friendly Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Great Trip! Couldn’t ask for a better guide. He put us right on the fish.

    Justin T. | October 9, 2023

    Trip: Destin Deep Sea Adventure

  • ★★★★★
    Capt Cliff and Kyle helped this old lady mark off a wish on her bucket list! My family and I had a wonderful time. God provided the perfect weather and the guys provided a perfect experience.

    Miriam W. | July 6, 2023

    Trip: Destin Deep Sea Adventure

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Cliff and Kyle were incredible! They are great with kids and did an awesome job keeping us on the fish. There was constant action. I highly recommend booking with Captain Cliff. We will definitely be back.

    Kevin S. | June 26, 2023

    Trip: Destin Deep Sea Adventure

  • ★★★★★
    We had a wonderful time. Everything was great. This was a graduation gift to our son Ryan.

    Matt P. | June 24, 2023

    Trip: Destin Deep Sea Adventure

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