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Bottom Fishing Charters

Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Lake Fishing in Branson

Trout Fishing In Lake Taneycomo

NEW Managed by Jeff
20 ft 1 - 2 People From $350
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Nearshore Fishing in Chokoloskee

Everglades City Nearshore

100% (6) Managed by Steve
25 ft 1 - 3 People From $550
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore Fishing in Newport

Inshore/Nearshore - 30' Contender

100% (6) Guided by Justin
30 ft 1 - 6 People From $650
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore Fishing in Gulf Shores

Offshore Snapper Trip State Waters

96% (23) Guided by Cade
26 ft 1 - 6 People From $850
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore, Flats in Bradenton Beach

The Local Trip

95% (22) Managed by David
25 ft 1 - 12 People From $300
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea Fishing in Atlantic Beach

Going Deep Special

NEW Guided by Adam
54 ft 1 - 6 People From $3,200
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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 79 bottom fishing trips, and the most popular trips are Marathon Offshore - 30’ Grady White guided by Joel, Islamorada Deep Sea Trophy Hunt guided by Ken, and 12 Hour Tuna/Big Game Trip guided by David.

Our guides are rated a 4.89 out of 5 based on 5946 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 inshore fishing, nearshore fishing, and flats fishing.

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

How much do bottom fishing charters cost?

Prices for bottom fishing can range anywhere from about $600 to $2,835, but the average price for a half day trip for bottom fishing is $1,075. The average price for a full day trip for bottom fishing is $2,059.

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 33 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

  • ★★★★★
    We had the most wonderful experience with Captain Marc (and Brenda). My son and I went on a half-day excursion in Novemeber during our Thanksgiving trip and it was such a great bonding time for the two of us. Captain Marc is super generous, knowledgable and patient. We highly recommend him and his fishing guidance:). My son was particularly excited about having his trout cleaned and getting to serve it to us that evening. All around A+.

    Paula K. | November 25, 2025

    Trip: 3 Hour Quick Trip SPI

  • ★★★★★
    Cliff and his mate Austin were incredible! Such great guys. We had a great day, caught lots of fish and enjoyed a great day on the water. Would definitely fish with them again!

    Brent L. | November 2, 2025

    Trip: Destin Deep Sea Adventure

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great day on the water. The bite was tough but Billy still got us some fish and we had a blast. We fished a lot of different spots and techniques all day. Will definitely book with Billy again when we come back.

    Jeremiah L. | October 13, 2025

    Trip: Inshore And Backwater Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    5 star operation. Highly recommended.

    Daniel D. | October 12, 2025

    Trip: Galveston Nearshore Hunt

  • ★★★★★
    We had a absolute blast. Thr captain and first mate were both awesome. Will call again for our next outing.

    Mark B. | August 25, 2025

    Trip: Red Snapper Round Up

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