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Deep Sea Fishing in Islamorada

Half Day Deep Sea

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39 ft 1 - 12 People From $1,000
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Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in Tamarindo

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35 ft 1 - 16 People From $1,200
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Inshore, Deep Sea, Nearshore in North Miami

Deep Sea Sport Fishing Adventure

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30 ft 1 - 12 People From $550
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Offshore Marlin Special

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42 ft 1 - 6 People From $4,700
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11 Hour Catalina Fishing Experience

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35 ft 1 - 5 People From $1,950
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42 ft 1 - 6 People From $2,600
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Everything to Know About Booking a deep dropping charter

Why should I book a deep dropping charter with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 72 deep dropping trips, and the most popular trips are Deep Sea Fishing Charter guided by Stephon, 8 Hour Deep Sea Fishing guided by Clay, and 10, 8, Or 6 Hour - 42’ ChrisCraft guided by Tommy.

Our guides are rated a 4.98 out of 5 based on 5945 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 deep dropping guides / fishing lessons? Check out our beginner and family friendly deep dropping guides.

What types of deep dropping charters are common?

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

The most commonly sought after species for deep dropping are: 1. mahi mahi, 2. wahoo, 3. kingfish, 4. amberjack, and 5. sailfish.

How much do deep dropping fishing charters cost?

Prices for deep dropping can range anywhere from about $1,000 to $5,400, but the average price for a half day trip for deep dropping is $1,515. The average price for a full day trip for deep dropping is $3,300.

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 deep dropping charter?

The most popular season to go on a deep dropping charter is summer, and most anglers book their trips 50 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

  • ★★★★★
    Augustin was a very nice guy!

    Jared C. | August 31, 2025

    Trip: State Water Snapper!!

  • ★★★★★
    Larry was easy going and went out of his way to ensure I had a pleasant 1st time experience!

    Jake H. | August 28, 2025

    Trip: Half Day Nearshore Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    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

  • ★★★★★
    Great trip. Catered to my kids amazingly. Had to buy bait fish for $40 which was annoying but beyond that I would highly recommend it.

    Nicholas F. | August 9, 2025

    Trip: 10, 8, Or 6 Hour - 42’ ChrisCraft

  • ★★★★★
    Had the privilege on going out on a charter with Captain Crist. Unfortunately, our previous captain had some issues and canceled our trip last minute. Luckily Captain Crist was able to put us in and we had an absolute blast not only did he come in clutch but he was very knowledgeable and honestly great soul to be around. Definitely will recommend and we’ll probably go again.

    Ramon R. | July 29, 2025

    Trip: Deep Sea Sport Fishing Adventure

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