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Inshore, Nearshore, River, Flats in St. Petersburg
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Everything to Know About Booking a fishing trip
What are the best river fishing trips?
The best river fishing trips are:
Why should I book a river fishing trip with Captain Experiences?
Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 396 river trips, and the most popular trips are Everglades Gigging guided by Jonathan, Peacock Bass: Fly or Spin guided by Justin, and Half Day of Fishing guided by Alex.
Our guides are rated a 4.94 out of 5 based on 3787 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 river guides / fishing lessons? Check out our beginner and family friendly river guides.
What types of river fishing trips are common?
The most commonly sought after species for river fishing are: 1. redfish, 2. rainbow trout, 3. brown trout, 4. speckled trout, and 5. flounder.
The most common fishing techniques are light tackle fishing, fly fishing, and artificial lure fishing but live bait fishing and drift fishing are popular as well.
How much does a river fishing trip cost?
Prices river fishing can range anywhere from about $449 to $2,100, but the average price for a half day trip river fishing is $825. The average price for a full day trip river fishing is $2,328.
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 river fishing?
The most popular season for river fishing 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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