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4.9 / 5 Average Rating

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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in Key Biscayne

Offshore Adventure 60 Ft Hatteras

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60 ft 1 - 12 People From $2,400
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea Fishing in Naples

Red Snapper 10+ Hour

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36 ft 1 - 12 People From $2,900
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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 Santa Rosa Beach

Daytime Swordfishing

100% (12)
38 ft 1 - 6 People From $3,250
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea Fishing in Fort Pierce

Deep Sea Fishing Trip

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27 ft 1 - 5 People From $1,450
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea Fishing in Riviera Beach

Half Day Offshore Fishing

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29 ft 1 - 4 People From $650
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in Pompano Beach

#1 Family-Friendly Sport Fishing

100% (3)
34 ft 1 - 6 People From $750

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Everything to Know About Booking a deep dropping charter

What are the best deep dropping charters?

The best deep dropping charters are:

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

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 82 deep dropping trips, and the most popular trips are Family Fun Deep Sea Fishing guided by Vinnie, 6 Hour Offshore Extreme Fishing guided by Samuel, and Tuna/Mahi Deep Drop guided by Julien.

Our guides are rated a 4.95 out of 5 based on 8963 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 jetty fishing.

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

How much do deep dropping fishing charters cost?

Prices for deep dropping can range anywhere from about $1,185 to $6,000, but the average price for a half day trip for deep dropping is $1,855. The average price for a full day trip for deep dropping is $3,892.

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 24 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 guide will always know all the relevant rules and regulations.

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    We had an absolutely amazing time fishing with Chris B! 🎣 Chris was awesome from start to finish—so helpful, patient, and genuinely kind to our kids and our whole family as we learned to fish offshore for the first time. He especially went above and beyond to help my son get a BIG one on, and they succeeded before we left! Watching my son experience that moment was definitely one of the highlights of the trip. ❤️ We had so much fun, caught plenty of good fish to bring home and eat, and most importantly, got to make some incredible memories together as a family. Seeing my boys enjoy the experience and learn something new made the trip even more special. If you’re looking for someone who knows what they’re doing, is great with kids, and genuinely wants you to have a great experience, we highly recommend Chris B! 🎣🐟 We’ll definitely be back!

    Ashley B. | August 10, 2026

    Trip: Gulf Of America Fishing! 🎣🎣

  • ★★★★★
    Our trip was great. We caught lots of fish. The guide and deck hand were very personable.

    Dusti B. | August 9, 2026

    Trip: Red Snapper Round Up

  • ★★★★★
    Awesome guide and great trip!

    Charles P. | July 28, 2026

    Trip: Offshore Bluewater Adventure

  • ★★★★★
    Great time, despite not the best weather.

    Vanessa P. | July 26, 2026

    Trip: Big Fish In Fort Myers

  • ★★★★★
    A repeat charter with my son n laws. Jeff was great, put us in great position for the bite. Covered the spectrum fishing both the deep bite and nearer to shore along the ledge. Will book again

    John L. | July 26, 2026

    Trip: Trolling And Bottomfishing Action!

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