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Topwater Fishing Charters
Inshore, Flats Fishing in Corpus Christi
Flats / Inshore Corpus Christi
Freeport Bay Fishing Trip
Inshore, Nearshore, Jetty in Sarasota
Sarasota’s Premier Fishing Trip
Offshore Fishing Trip
Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in Key West
Key West Fishing Experience
Inshore, Nearshore, Flats in Homestead
3/4 Day 6 Hours Trip
Everything to Know About Booking a topwater fishing charter
Why should I book a topwater fishing charter with Captain Experiences?
Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 111 topwater fishing trips, and the most popular trips are Full Day Offshore guided by Richard, Lake Fork Bass guided by Cody, and Cocoa Beach Fishing Charters guided by Tom.
Our guides are rated a 4.8 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 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, deep sea fishing, and nearshore fishing.
The most commonly sought after species for topwater fishing are: 1. flounder, 2. lane snapper, 3. mahi mahi, 4. mangrove snapper, and 5. sheepshead.
How much do topwater fishing charters cost?
Prices for topwater fishing can range anywhere from about $525 to $3,340, but the average price for a half day trip for topwater fishing is $1,015. The average price for a full day trip for topwater fishing is $2,444.
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 summer, and most anglers book their trips 37 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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