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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea Fishing in Cape Canaveral

Offshore Trip - 33' Stuart Angler

NEW Managed by Chris & Ryan
33 ft 1 - 6 People From $900
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea, Nearshore, Jetty in Key West

Key West Offshore - '27 CC

100% (33) Guided by Antonio
27 ft 1 - 12 People From $700
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea Fishing in Islamorada

Offshore Thrills

94% (18) Guided by Paul
40 ft 1 - 12 People From $1,100
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea, Nearshore, Flats in Tarpon Springs

Tarpon Springs Gulf Fishing

100% (2) Guided by Ben
24 ft 1 - 4 People From $600
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in Little Torch Key

Reef Fishing Little Torch Key

100% (11) Guided by Allen
30 ft 1 - 6 People From $750
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in Key Largo

Key Largo Offshore

100% (3) Guided by Bill
22 ft 1 - 4 People From $675
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Everything to Know About Booking a deep sea fishing charter

What are the best deep sea fishing charters?

The best deep sea fishing charters are:

Why should I book a deep sea fishing charter with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 1302 deep sea trips, and the most popular trips are Day Trips guided by , #1 Fishing charter on Clearwater Beach guided by , and 8hr Offshore Big Game Trip guided by .

Our guides are rated a 4.77 out of 5 based on 4375 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 deep sea guides / fishing lessons? Check out our beginner and family friendly deep sea guides.

What types of deep sea fishing charters are common?

The most commonly sought after species for deep sea fishing are: 1. mahi mahi, 2. kingfish, 3. wahoo, 4. red snapper, and 5. amberjack.

The most common fishing techniques are trolling, bottom fishing, and heavy tackle fishing but live bait fishing and light tackle fishing are popular as well.

How much do deep sea fishing charters cost?

Prices deep sea fishing can range anywhere from about $1,056 to $6,552, but the average price for a half day trip deep sea fishing is $1,776. The average price for a full day trip deep sea fishing is $3,689.

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 deep sea fishing?

The most popular season for deep sea fishing is summer, and most anglers book their trips 69 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

  • ★★★★★
    Had a good trip. Water was a little rough, but what can you do. Caught plenty of fish with three keeper snappers. Trolled back to the marina and hit two Jack Crevale’s. What a fight they put up. Next time I am thinking of trolling the entire trip! Emilio & Logan were great.

    Daniel D. | April 17, 2025

    Trip: South Padre Island Deep Sea

  • ★★★★★
    Our Crew Luis and Manuel on the "Hot Tuna" were great. They never stopped working to get on the fish. Lines and bait were always in the water and their communication was excellent. I'll be on the boat again soon.

    Paul N. | April 15, 2025

    Trip: Cancun Big Game - 25' Panga

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great day fishing with Steve and his deck hand Eric. Steve got us on fish quickly and once we got the technique figured out it was game on. Deck hand Eric was amazing as well. He made sure we had what we needed to stay fishing and straitened out our messes quickly. Highly recommend these guys for a great day on the Gulf.

    Neal B. | March 28, 2025

    Trip: Trolling Combo Trip

  • ★★★★★
    I had a really nice time. The crew was great!

    Marc C. | March 26, 2025

    Trip: Cancun Big Game - 25' Panga

  • ★★★★★
    Seth and Austin were awesome! They were extremely accommodating when we needed to switch timing last minute due to a canceled flight. We had a great time on the boat and everyone in our 10 person group had at least one catch. Highly recommend!

    Trent B. | March 24, 2025

    Trip: Bottom Fishing and Trolling Fun 45'

  • ★★★★★
    The trip was exceptional. The weather was colder but Corey kept us on the fish and we caught a lot of fish. We would definitely book with Corey again.

    James D. | March 20, 2025

    Trip: Orange Beach Mixed Bag

  • ★★★★★
    We really enjoyed our trip brad was very knowledgeable and helpful as was his deckhand very easygoing and professional I will be back soon to book with him again

    John D. | March 15, 2025

    Trip: Key West Mixed Bag Trip

  • ★★★★★
    excellent!! we had a Blast !! thank you both !!! we will be back again for sure !! see ya then ⛱️🌴

    Debra B. | March 15, 2025

    Trip: Clearwater Mixed Bag Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Had a great time and caught a bunch of fish. Really enjoyed the trip

    Michael J. | March 9, 2025

    Trip: South Padre Island Deep Sea

  • ★★★★★
    Awesome day! The Fish had no chance! The Yellowtail and Mahi wore us out reeling them in. Great Captain, great fish, great experience! We will be booking again on our next visit.

    Christopher K. | March 6, 2025

    Trip: Offshore Fishing,Reef & Wreck and Sunset

  • ★★★★★
    Great Charter with Captain Larry! It was a slower time of year with a few species in season but he got us on some fish! We had a great time. Looking forward to booking again this summer!

    Samuel S. | March 5, 2025

    Trip: Half Day Nearshore Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Gage and Noah were great. They knew where to find the fish and kept us catching several kinds of fish throughout the trip. We went as a family and they kept the kids busy and were a big help showing them exactly what to do. I would definitely recommend them!

    Katherine F. | March 5, 2025

    Trip: Clearwater Mixed Bag Trip

  • ★★★★★
    My son and I went out for two days with Hans and Adam. It could not have been a better experience. Great times, great people, great fishing. I would recommend them for anyone looking for a family fishing experience.

    Robert C. | February 21, 2025

    Trip: Key West Fishing Slam

  • ★★★★★
    We had an amazing trip with Captain Tony. He was super knowledgeable, kind and patient with a new young angler. He put us directly on fish and specifically the tuna we wanted. We will fish with Tony again for sure. If you are looking for guide, Tony is the man and knows the Key West waters and area well being born and raised in Key West.

    Britt B. | February 18, 2025

    Trip: Offshore Fishing,Reef & Wreck and Sunset

  • ★★★★★
    We had a wonderful afternoon fishing with Antonio and Tony!! Very pleasant and attentive, constantly moving to find us the best spots. Went above and beyond to ensure we caught fish, even on a slow day. Would highly recommend

    Rodney G. | February 9, 2025

    Trip: Offshore Fishing,Reef & Wreck and Sunset

  • ★★★★★
    Carlos and his crews were fantastic! Very communicative before we arrived, making sure that he was planning to help us get just what we wanted out of our fishing charter! When it came to the day, our guides were knowledgeable, friendly and very hard working. They kept our lines out and baited all day long, and our catch certainly showed it!

    Tyler V. | February 1, 2025

    Trip: Tulum Trophy Hunt

  • ★★★★★
    Had a great trip with Brad. He was prompt and polite, but most importantly, a very attentive and experienced captain. He gave us many options for our outing and let us determine the course of our day. Highly recommend!

    Curtis C. | January 10, 2025

    Trip: Key West Mixed Bag Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Great day on the water, clean boat, great captain, excellent food, TOP NOTCH SERVICE! We will fish again soon!

    Jerry W. | December 30, 2024

    Trip: Cabo VIP Fishing - 32’ Luhrs

  • ★★★★★
    Brad and his first mate were first class. Helped us fish for all different kinds of fish. We even caught a 6 foot sailfish! Our family had a very nice time and highly recommend Captain Brad!

    Michael V. | December 25, 2024

    Trip: Key West Mixed Bag Trip

  • ★★★★★
    We had an outstanding day fishing with Rooster & Braxton on Christmas Eve Day. We limited out on red snappers in a hour with a 12 pound average. Would recommend Rooster as a captain because he is very knowledgeable & patient with novice anglers.

    Brian M. | December 24, 2024

    Trip: Captain Daniel's Fish Frenzy

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