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Topwater Fishing Charters
Deep Sea, Nearshore, Jetty in Key West
Key West Offshore - '27 CC
Inshore, Flats Fishing in Layton
Florida Keys Skinny Water
Inshore, Nearshore, Flats in Naples
4 Hour Naples Inshore/Nearshore
Deep Sea Fishing in Miami Beach
Offshore Deep Sea
Inshore, Nearshore, Lake, Flats in New Orleans
Half Day NOLA Fishing
Inshore, Nearshore, Flats in St. Petersburg
Targeted Flats Fishing
Everything to Know About Booking a topwater fishing charter
What are the best topwater fishing charters?
The best topwater fishing charters are:
Why should I book a topwater fishing charter with Captain Experiences?
Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 636 topwater fishing trips, and the most popular trips are Trout and Redfish Full Bite guided by , Cape Lookout Custom Charter guided by , and Lake Okeechobee Trip - 21’ Ranger guided by .
Our guides are rated a 4.95 out of 5 based on 4374 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 topwater fishing guides / fishing lessons? Check out our beginner and family friendly topwater fishing guides.
What types of topwater fishing charters are common?
Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing for topwater fishing as well as inshore fishing, nearshore fishing, and flats fishing.
The most commonly sought after species for topwater fishing are: 1. redfish, 2. speckled trout, 3. flounder, 4. black drum, and 5. mangrove snapper.
How much do topwater fishing charters cost?
Prices topwater fishing can range anywhere from about $500 to $2,000, but the average price for a half day trip topwater fishing is $785. The average price for a full day trip topwater fishing is $1,494.
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 topwater fishing charter?
The most popular season to go on a topwater fishing charter is spring, and most anglers book their trips 33 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.
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