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Bottom Fishing Charters

Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in Orange Beach

Orange Beach Bottomfishing Special

100% (1) Guided by Robert
36 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,600
Veteran Operated
This trip is managed by a veteran of the US armed forces.
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore Fishing in Cape Coral

8 Hours Inshore

100% (6) Guided by Al
26 ft 1 - 8 People From $1,000
Bucket List
The Captain Experiences team chose this trip as one for the bucket list.
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea Fishing in Gautier

Full Day Gautier Offshore

NEW Guided by Zach
33 ft 1 - 6 People From $2,800
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Certified Damn Good Guides offer 10/10 trips. Guides earn this badge through quality reviews, quick and responsive communication, and low cancellation rates.
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea Fishing in Panama City Beach

Grand PCB Red Snapper - 45'

96% (27) Guided by Stephen
45 ft 1 - 15 People From $3,000
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore Fishing in Port Isabel

Port Isabel Classic

100% (5) Guided by Ruben
22 ft 1 - 5 People From $475
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore Fishing in Boston

Light Tackle Bass & Bluefish

NEW Guided by Scott
29 ft 1 - 4 People From $800
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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 83 bottom fishing trips, and the most popular trips are Nearshore Dauphin Island Adventure guided by Justin, Most Epic Tuna Adventure Ever. guided by Ronnie, and Destin Fishing Excursion guided by Michael.

Our guides are rated a 4.94 out of 5 based on 5967 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. mahi mahi, 2. kingfish, 3. redfish, 4. red snapper, and 5. cobia.

How much do bottom fishing charters cost?

Prices for bottom fishing can range anywhere from about $600 to $4,000, but the average price for a half day trip for bottom fishing is $1,081. The average price for a full day trip for bottom fishing is $2,328.

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 20 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

  • ★★★★★
    Tristan was great and very knowledgeable of the area. He was patient and communicated with us well and we had a great time. We were able to pull in a 43” Bull. Pretty awesome.

    Ralph S. | October 24, 2025

    Trip: Bull Red Jetty Adventure

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great time 12 hour trip Captain Tommy was great very knowledgeable .Alex (sweetie) lol inside joke he did a great job keeping our rods baited and taking off the fish over all could not have asked for for anymore!

    Ronnie H. | September 28, 2025

    Trip: "Offshore Extreme" Middle Grounds

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Jorge was great. We unfortunately went out at a slow time of year and the fishing that day wasn't the best. We still managed to catch a few and Jorge worked hard to make sure we all got a fish. Also a knowledgeable and cool guy all around, would definitely go out again!

    Nils B. | September 17, 2025

    Trip: 3/4 Day Trip Miami

  • ★★★★★
    Capt Jake was amazing, knew the spots where the action could be found, we had a blast, and look forward to going out with him again. My son and I could not have had a better time, trip of a lifetime.

    Jeremy A. | August 22, 2025

    Trip: Coastal Clearwater Charter

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Mike and Skip were absolutely amazing! I would absolutely recommend them to anyone looking to charter a boat.

    Jeff T. | August 1, 2025

    Trip: Clearwater Fishing Thriller!

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