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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore, River in Jacksonville

Jacksonville Nearshore Smash

100% (7) Guided by Jeremy
25 ft 1 - 10 People From $600
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Flats Fishing in Rockport

Reel Fun Bay And Flats Trip

100% (6) Managed by Jason
25 ft 1 - 8 People From $650
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore Fishing in Carolina

Puerto Rico Tarpon Charter

100% (18) Managed by Armando
22 ft 1 - 10 People From $365
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore Fishing in St. Augustine

Inshore Adventure - 19' Polarized

NEW Guided by Clay
19 ft 1 - 4 People From $450
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Lake Fishing in Miami

Freshwater Peacock Bass & More

100% (72) Guided by Charles
26 ft 1 - 4 People From $550
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore, Flats in Key West

Beautiful Backcountry Fishing

100% (3) Guided by Anthony
24 ft 1 - 4 People From $800
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Everything to Know About Booking a live bait fishing charter

Why should I book a live bait fishing charter with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 91 live bait fishing trips, and the most popular trips are Inshore Fishing Trip guided by Cody, Extended Day Offshore guided by Mike, and New Smyrna Deep Sea Fishing guided by Brad.

Our guides are rated a 4.92 out of 5 based on 6198 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 live bait fishing guides / fishing lessons? Check out our beginner and family friendly live bait fishing guides.

What types of live bait fishing charters are common?

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

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

How much do live bait fishing charters cost?

Prices for live bait fishing can range anywhere from about $550 to $3,800, but the average price for a half day trip for live bait fishing is $1,005. The average price for a full day trip for live bait fishing is $2,440.

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 live bait fishing charter?

The most popular season to go on a live bait fishing charter is summer, and most anglers book their trips 22 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 a great time on our Cabo Fishing Trip. Captain Edward and his mate got us on a big Marlin within minutes. We also hooked onto some Roosters, but weren’t able to land them.

    Robert M. | January 10, 2026

    Trip: Cabo Trophy Hunt - 28’ Cuddy Cabin

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Eduardo was quick to respond to his booking and returned communication quickly. His mate and him were very knowledgeable of the fishing grounds. He was very personable. The expectations of the fishing trip was exceeded. I will go again if back in the area. You will not be disappointed if you book with him.

    David S. | January 6, 2026

    Trip: Cabo Trophy Hunt - 28’ Cuddy Cabin

  • ★★★★★
    Jodie was great. Morning started out to on the coo lside and channel was rough so Jodie asked us to meet up at different location. Once we got going,Jodie was great at getting us all hooked up and fishing. If fish weren't bitting hequicly moved to a new spot, at the last spot we were hooking fish almost as fast as we could get lines in water an quickly caught our limit. He cleaned the fish and to our rental to have a great fish meal. Thanks

    Frank S. | January 3, 2026

    Trip: 6 Hour Day Trip Port A Bay

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Tim was a great host. He knows the back bays like they are his backyard. Took us to many different spots and we were able to get into same great fish. Tim was also great with my 14, 12, and 7 year old kids. Would call Tim again for a trip next time we are in town.

    Benjamin G. | December 29, 2025

    Trip: Red Hot! 🔥 Let's Go Fishing!

  • ★★★★★
    If I could give Capt. Bill more than 5 stars I would. He is an exceptional professional and master of his trade. I booked a 1/2 day on Capt Bill’s boat with my two sons 15 and 12. Bill was an exceptional instructor taking the extra time to teach the nuance of how to be successful catching fish. Book a trip with Bill you will not be disappointed.

    Rick T. | December 21, 2025

    Trip: Sportfishing Half Day

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