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Bottom Fishing Charters

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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in Gulf Shores

Red Snapper Whacker

100% (70) Guided by Patrick
24 ft 1 - 12 People From $850
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea Fishing in Montauk

Montauk Tuna Day Trip

100% (1) Guided by Sal
32 ft 1 - 12 People From $2,100
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea Fishing in Sarasota

Extended Day Lunker Chase

100% (11) Guided by Dustin
29 ft 1 - 6 People From $2,200
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore, Flats in Islamorada

Islamorada Backcountry Or Nearshore

100% (1) Guided by Bruce
24 ft 1 - 4 People From $800
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea Fishing in Orange Beach

10 Hour Offshore Orange Beach

95% (21) Guided by Stephen
30 ft 1 - 12 People From $2,500
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in Key West

Reef Fishing Fun For Everyone

100% (6) Guided by Janis
32 ft 1 - 8 People From $850
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Everything to Know About Booking a bottom fishing charter

Why should I book a bottom fishing charter with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 2312 bottom fishing trips, and the most popular trips are Half Day Catfish Trip guided by Ryan, Full Day Cape Coral Offshore guided by Michael, and 2-Night Sportfish Slam guided by Brook.

Our guides are rated a 4.88 out of 5 based on 5080 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 bottom fishing guides / fishing lessons? Check out our beginner and family friendly bottom fishing guides.

What types of bottom fishing charters are common?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing for bottom fishing as well as nearshore fishing, inshore fishing, and flats fishing.

The most commonly sought after species for bottom fishing are: 1. kingfish, 2. mahi mahi, 3. red snapper, 4. redfish, and 5. amberjack.

How much do bottom fishing charters cost?

Prices for bottom fishing can range anywhere from about $695 to $5,991, but the average price for a half day trip for bottom fishing is $1,089. The average price for a full day trip for bottom fishing is $3,342.

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 going on a bottom fishing charter?

The most popular season to go on a bottom fishing charter is summer, and most anglers book their trips 27 days in advance.

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

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

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Mike was a super nice guide, patient and we didn’t come in until we caught our limit! 4 red snappers and a black tip shark! Great memories made! Thanks Mike!!

    Kandee W. | July 7, 2025

    Trip: 50-Miler Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Very nice capitán and crew ,professional service We are very happy

    Francisco G. | July 7, 2025

    Trip: Blue Water Adventure

  • ★★★★★
    The water was so rough we shouldn’t have gone out. Didn’t get much fishing in. Horrible trip.

    Tracy H. | July 6, 2025

    Trip: Pensacola Fishing Frenzy

  • ★★★★★
    Absolutely amazing time and experience. Captain Derek put me and my boys on some good sharks and a nice stingray. 10/10 would do again!

    Timothy V. | July 1, 2025

    Trip: 21' Mako Shark Hunt (June-August)

  • ★★★★★
    Dealing with Meghan was great. She always answered her phone and answered my questions. If you want to fish for 6 hours and catch fish from 3" to 8" then captain Jonathan is your man. He smokes in the boat so you will get a good dose of cigarette smoke in your face all through your trip. That is exactly how my trip with captain Jonathan went.

    Thomas K. | June 30, 2025

    Trip: Epic Jetty Trip - 21' Mako

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