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Everything to Know About Booking a surf fishing charter
What are the best surf fishing charters?
The best surf fishing charters are:
- NSB Shark Hunters guided by Dustin S.
- Sharkabrah Fishing Charters guided by Tristan B.
- Shark Fishing With Tom guided by Tom C.
- Run for the Reels guided by Carson V.
- East Side Surf Fishing guided by Rio S.
Why should I book a surf fishing charter with Captain Experiences?
Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 16 surf fishing trips, and the most popular trips are St Pete Surf Fishing guided by Carson, Low Country Land-Based Sharks guided by Eli, and 8 Hour Shark Fishing guided by Tristan.
Our guides are rated a 5 out of 5 based on 9628 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 surf fishing guides / fishing lessons? Check out our beginner and family friendly surf fishing guides.
What types of surf fishing charters are common?
Inshore fishing is the most popular type of fishing for surf fishing as well as nearshore fishing, jetty fishing, and flats fishing.
The most commonly sought after species for surf fishing are: 1. blacktip shark, 2. bull shark, 3. hammerhead shark, 4. tiger shark, and 5. redfish.
How much do surf fishing charters cost?
Prices for surf fishing can range anywhere from about $305 to $1,200, but the average price for a half day trip for surf fishing is $524. The average price for a full day trip for surf fishing is $1,112.
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 surf fishing charter?
The most popular season to go on a surf fishing charter is summer, and most anglers book their trips 14 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 booked Tristan as a birthday experience for our 8 year old. We decided to do on the beach fishing as we also had a 1 year old. Although we didn't catch a shark, Tristan and his crew (Corbin) were great! Very knowledgeable and friendly. Would definitely book again
Katelyn H. | October 31, 2026
Had a great time with the crew they were very knowledgeable
Shaun O. | August 17, 2026
Trip: 8 Hour Shark Fishing
It may not have been our day to pull sharks out of the water but Tristan and his team made for a fantastic experience.. I asked lots of questions about the strategies they used to fish and learned so much. My family enjoyed their time and we will be looking forward to a future guided fish trip. Thanks again guys. Be safe out there
Kevin C. | July 16, 2026
Caught 3 bullsharks the first time we went. Triatan and Colby were great. Went out there and made 2 good friends and infinite memories. Going back again for sure!!
Aabhash G. | June 18, 2026
Trip: 8 Hour Shark Fishing
On time amd knowledgeable. We caught a black tip amd the kids where excited about the experience.
Evaristo G. | June 6, 2026
