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Light Tackle Fishing Charters

Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Nearshore Fishing in Nacascolo

Sport-Fishing Half Day

NEW Managed by Walter
32 ft 1 - 8 People From $1,550
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea Fishing in Golden Meadow

Most Epic Tuna Adventure Ever.

NEW Guided by Ronnie
32 ft 1 - 6 People From $4,400
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, River Fishing in Lincoln City

Crabbing Siletz River & Siletz Bay

100% (5) Guided by Bryan
26 ft 1 - 6 People From $450
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore Fishing in Montauk

Evening/ Night Striped Bass

100% (3) Guided by Derrick
25 ft 1 - 4 People From $650
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Lake Fishing in Buchanan Lake Village

Cpt. John's Lake Buchanan PM Trip

100% (7) Guided by John
24 ft 1 - 6 People From $350
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Flats Fishing in Corpus Christi

Morning Relaxation - 25’ Sundance

100% (44) Guided by Joe
25 ft 1 - 5 People From $474
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Everything to Know About Booking a light tackle fishing charter

Why should I book a light tackle fishing charter with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 73 light tackle fishing trips, and the most popular trips are Alabama Elite Bass Fishing guided by Jason, LAKE TANEYCOMO TROUT FISHING guided by Cody, and Baffin Bay Backwater Blast guided by Mitch.

Our guides are rated a 4.84 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 light tackle fishing guides / fishing lessons? Check out our beginner and family friendly light tackle fishing guides.

What types of light tackle fishing charters are common?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing for light tackle fishing as well as inshore fishing, nearshore fishing, and lake fishing.

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

How much do light tackle fishing charters cost?

Prices for light tackle fishing can range anywhere from about $475 to $3,700, but the average price for a half day trip for light tackle fishing is $974. The average price for a full day trip for light tackle fishing is $2,205.

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 light tackle fishing charter?

The most popular season to go on a light tackle fishing charter is summer, and most anglers book their trips 41 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

  • ★★★★★
    Joe took us on a wonderful and very active fishing trip. Joe has hosted me and my family prior so we knew we would enjoy another trip with him. He made us feel like family. Joe is very familiar with great fishing spots. He accommodates with great tips, instructions, and caters to everyone in the boat to ensure we had a wonderful experience. Thanks Joe look forward to seeing you on our next trip! Blessings and happy holidays!

    Toni W. | November 24, 2025

    Trip: Morning Relaxation - 25’ Sundance

  • ★★★★★
    Cool guy. Great trip

    Eric R. | October 25, 2025

    Trip: Big Ole Reds & Trout

  • ★★★★★
    My trip went well, Aaron was very knowledgeable had the Boys on fish. He was very personable both of my sons enjoyed the trip. 5 stars!!

    David K. | September 30, 2025

    Trip: Humptulips River King Salmon Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Cody was awesome. He was full of energy, and we had 10 fish in the boat with-in the first hour. We were able to catch some Rainbows on Artificial Bait, Samon Eggs, Worms, and lures. We tried 3 different locations and had success in all three. We had a couple large ones get away and that has pumped us up for our next trip. I would highly recommend taking a trip with Cody and bring a cooler to take your catch home with you.

    Salvatore M. | September 22, 2025

    Trip: LAKE TANEYCOMO TROUT FISHING

  • ★★★★★
    Cody did an amazing job! He knows his stuff and has many spots to catch fish. He has a chill personality that would get along with anyone. Cody gave us pointers, answered questions, and we all shared fishing stories. I would highly recommend Cody and plan on chartering with him in the future.

    Rick P. | August 13, 2025

    Trip: LAKE TANEYCOMO TROUT FISHING

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