Longboat Key Fishing Charters

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Longboat Key: 405 fishing charters available
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4.9 / 5
(89 reviews)
Longboat Key
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trips from US $450
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5.0 / 5
(44 reviews)
Cortez
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trips from US $475
Excellent
4.9 / 5
(122 reviews)
Longboat Key
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trips from US $290
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4.9 / 5
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Bradenton Beach
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trips from US $550
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4.9 / 5
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Holmes Beach
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trips from US $500
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Holmes Beach
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trips from US $600
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Bradenton Beach
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trips from US $375
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Bradenton Beach
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trips from US $299
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Holmes Beach
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trips from US $400
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Holmes Beach
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Frequently Asked Questions about Fishing Charters in Longboat Key

According to customer reviews, some of the most popular fishing charters in Longboat Key, Florida are: Full list of top fishing charters in Longboat Key

The average price for a private 4 hour Longboat Key fishing trip is US $438, while an 8 hour private trip will cost you US $755 based on prices on FishingBooker.com.

Fishing charters in Longboat Key that received great reviews from families are:

The top 3 fish species targeted on guided fishing trips in Longboat Key are:

The top 3 fishing techniques in Longboat Key are:

The top 3 types of fishing in Longboat Key are:

Many fishing charters in Longboat Key provide rods, reels and tackle. Some of the top rated are:

According to customer reviews on FishingBooker.com, some of the best rated charter captains in Longboat Key are:

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Some of the fishing trips offered by fishing charters in Longboat Key are:
  • 2-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $290
  • 3-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $335
  • 4-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $425
  • 6-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $650
  • 8-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $850

Fishing in Longboat Key

Still not sure whether you’d like to fish inshore or offshore? Hop aboard a Longboat Key fishing charter and experience both in one trip! This barrier island shields the waters of the Sarasota Bay, separating them from the vastness of the Gulf of Mexico. This makes it a true fishing paradise, with various angling adventures right at its doorstep.

In the brackish waters of Sarasota Bay, you’ll find an abundance of inshore favorites including Tarpon, Snook, Redfish, and Jack Crevalle. For more of a mixed bag, head to the reefs and wrecks for Amberjack, Cobia, Snappers, and Grouper. And, if you’re an offshore enthusiast, the Gulf Stream will bring you Wahoo, Tuna, and Mahi.

For anglers staying in the bay, half day excursions give you enough time to hook more than just a few beautiful fish. If offshore fishing is the name of your game, you can book a half day trip and spend your time bottom fishing and trolling. For deep sea adventures, full day expeditions are the way to go.

Although excellent fishing spots can be found all over the island, most Longboat Key charters are located in Millar Bay. Providing boats with plenty of protection from the waves, the bay is dotted with piers and docks for vessels of all types. The area near Longboat Pass is also a great starting point for both inshore and offshore trips.

Rules & Regulations

If you’re fishing with a licensed charter, all the necessary licenses will be taken care of for your entire group. Also, in addition to expert advice, your captain will provide you with relevant information on bag limits and harvesting regulations.

Longboat Key
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Based on 28386 reviews by FishingBooker anglers

Longboat Key Fishing Seasons

January

Your time in January is best spent in Sarasota Bay, targeting anything from Sheepshead and Tripletail to Snappers and Trout. The Grouper bite is excellent as well.

February

The Red Grouper season is over, but there are plenty of fish in the sea. Take your pick from Black Drum, Bluefish, and Trout, or head further out to chase Hogfish, Black Grouper, and a variety of Snapper.

March

As the temperatures are rising, so is the fish activity – and in March, the action is certainly getting hotter. King Mackerel and Jack Crevalle are biting, Spotted Seatrout, Redfish, and Tripletail are right behind.

April

With Snook and Tarpon roaming the flats, along with Redfish, Trout, and Spanish Mackerel, there’s plenty to do on the bay in April. Offshore, Bonito, King Mackerel, and Cobia are there for the taking.

May

Permit, Jack Crevalle, Tarpon, Snook, Snapper, Cobia, Bonito – they’re all in the cards, just take your pick. Sailfish are slowly coming back, and Blackfin Tuna fishing is very good.

June

The Red Snapper season is a go! These beauties are going to be all the craze in June, along with their Mutton, Yellowtail, Lane, and Mangrove cousins. All fun to catch, all delicious!

July

The offshore fun and games are in full swing in July, with all the greats on your to-catch list, including Sailfish, Mahi Mahi, Red Snapper, Groupers, Hogfish, Blackfin Tuna, and so many more.

August

Even though the Red Snapper season has ended, intense fishing continues! It’s a great time to go after Tarpon, Permit, Snook, or Jack Crevalle, or alternatively, set your sights on Tuna, Bonito, and Mahi Mahi.

September

Whether it’s Black, Gag, or Red Grouper you’re after, September is the month to find your record catch. Closer to shore, Black Drum and Redfish are biting left and right, and Jack Crevalle and Permit aren’t far behind.

October

It’s getting windy on the water and the weather is a bit unpredictable, but that won’t stop you from having a great time catching Redfish, Spotted Seatrout, and Black Drum or King Mackerel, Cobia, and more.

November

This is a very good time to go on a Snook hunt, and maybe hook some Trout, Redfish, Jack Crevalle, and Trout along the way. Snapper and Grouper fishing is still more than decent.

December

With the New Year around the corner, why not give yourself a day on the water? Sarasota Bay will provide you with great fishing for Sheepshead, Mackerel, Snapper, and Jack Crevalle.

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What anglers said about fishing in Longboat Key

It was very hot and that limited the type of fish that were biting, but we had plenty of grouper and yellow tail biting.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
It was very hot and that limited the type of fish that were biting, but we had plenty of grouper and yellow tail biting.
Home Again Old Florida Adventures
Home Again Old Florida Adventures Killbuck, OH

How did anglers rate fishing charters in Longboat Key?

Home Again Old Florida Adventures
Home Again Old Florida Adventures
Fishing charter in Longboat Key
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(89 reviews)
Fantastic Trip! We took our 8 & 12 year old out boat fishing for the first time and they had an absolute blast. Caught a ton of fish. Captain JD was excellent with the kids, helped everyone enjoy their time, and cleaned our keepers for us! Kids rated it a 10/10 and we couldnโ€™t agree more! Will book again soon.
Christina  G.
Christina G.
Beach Fishing Adventures Sarasota
Beach Fishing Adventures Sarasota
Fishing charter in Longboat Key
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(122 reviews)
My son and I had a great outing with Steve. Very knowledgeable and patient. Highly recommend that you book your next trip with him
Chris  S.
Chris S.
Home Again Old Florida Adventures
Home Again Old Florida Adventures
Fishing charter in Longboat Key
Excellent
4.7 / 5
(89 reviews)
Great day on the water with Captain J.D. He knew the waters, put us in the right spots, and we caught a lot of fish.
Frank  G.
Frank G.
Home Again Old Florida Adventures
Home Again Old Florida Adventures
Fishing charter in Longboat Key
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(89 reviews)
We had a great time with JD today! He got us on fish and did what he could to keep us in our toes the whole trip. My 10 year old son told me this was the highlight of our vacation. Great time and would recommend to others!
Matt  C.
Matt C.
Home Again Old Florida Adventures
Home Again Old Florida Adventures
Fishing charter in Longboat Key
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(89 reviews)
He was very safety minded open and informative discussions. He baited the hooks and casted our rods. He filleted our delicious catch and recommended how to cook. He was a very nice man
Phillip  A.
Phillip A.
Beach Fishing Adventures Sarasota
Beach Fishing Adventures Sarasota
Fishing charter in Longboat Key
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(122 reviews)
Captain Steve is a true professional. He made Beach fishing fun! He is a wealth of fishing knowledge. Caught a 13โ€ and a 15โ€ Sheepโ€™s Head. I will definitely book again the next time in LBK.
Kevin  S.
Kevin S. Sarasota, Florida
Beach Fishing Adventures Sarasota
Beach Fishing Adventures Sarasota
Fishing charter in Longboat Key
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(122 reviews)
Captain Steve was fun and very informative. I will book again next trip. He made beach fishing fun.
Kevin  S.
Kevin S.
Home Again Old Florida Adventures
Home Again Old Florida Adventures
Fishing charter in Longboat Key
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(89 reviews)
JD made our experience so enjoyable from the booking to catching and cleaning our fish! JDโ€™s extensive knowledge and experience helps to customize a best day out on the water catching fish! We canโ€™t wait to book our next trip with him!
Tate  V.
Tate V.
Home Again Old Florida Adventures
Home Again Old Florida Adventures
Fishing charter in Longboat Key
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(89 reviews)
Captain JD was great! Got us on the fish and we had a blast. Canโ€™t wait to come back.
Abe  M.
Abe M.
Beach Fishing Adventures Sarasota
Beach Fishing Adventures Sarasota
Fishing charter in Longboat Key
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(122 reviews)
My wife, our two young adult kids and I fished with captain Steve from a pier in the Longboat Key/Anna Maria Island area. We had an awesome experience. We all caught fish with the guidance and support of Captain Steve. He is very experienced, patient and personable. He is also a good teacher. We highly recommend his fishing outings. We will be going out with him again in the near future.
Tom  F.
Tom F. Sarasota, Florida
Beach Fishing Adventures Sarasota
Beach Fishing Adventures Sarasota
Fishing charter in Longboat Key
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(122 reviews)
Coach Steve put together a great shore based trip. We wanted to know how to fish the local waters, Coach Steve was very knowledgeable and shared a the basics so that we could apply to future trips in the area.
Paul  J.
Paul J.
Home Again Old Florida Adventures
Home Again Old Florida Adventures
Fishing charter in Longboat Key
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(89 reviews)
Trip was excellent! Caught plenty of fish. Punctual and very nice. Would recommend to anyone. If we are back in town will do this again.
Wyatt  D.
Wyatt D.
Home Again Old Florida Adventures
Home Again Old Florida Adventures
Fishing charter in Longboat Key
Excellent
4.3 / 5
(89 reviews)
Captain was great and knowledgeable. We caught mostly smaller fish, but overall the experience was a good one.
Sugar  T.
Sugar T.
Beach Fishing Adventures Sarasota
Beach Fishing Adventures Sarasota
Fishing charter in Longboat Key
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(122 reviews)
This is a good example that for great fishing you donโ€™t have to be in a boat. This shore fishing experience is a really good one. Steve is a great leader and has lots of experience. He took us to a great fishing spot.
Xavier  J.
Xavier J.
Home Again Old Florida Adventures
Home Again Old Florida Adventures
Fishing charter in Longboat Key
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(89 reviews)
Capt put us on fish all day and was great at making sure we enjoyed the day and had a memorable experience. Have confidence in booking and trust that capt will do whatever it takes to get on fish.
Chris  B.
Chris B.
Home Again Old Florida Adventures
Home Again Old Florida Adventures
Fishing charter in Longboat Key
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(89 reviews)
Booked a AM trip for 4 of us with a mixed group of experienced and novice anglers. Ended up going out at noon due to weather circumstances but had an awesome time. Captain was nothing but smiles and stories as while working up a great sea trout catch. He kept us out for an extra hour to make sure everyone got a what they were looking for. Everyone had an amazing time and caught tons of fish. One of the best charters Iโ€™ve been on (out of 5 or 6). Cannot recommend this guy enough.
Jonathan  K.
Jonathan K.
Home Again Old Florida Adventures
Home Again Old Florida Adventures
Fishing charter in Longboat Key
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(89 reviews)
Captain JD was great! My wife and I had a fun day out fishing. We did a full day of fishing and had a great time!
Robert  P.
Robert P.
Home Again Old Florida Adventures
Home Again Old Florida Adventures
Fishing charter in Longboat Key
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(89 reviews)
We so enjoyed the experience. Saw dolphins, learned about fishing and had a great time!
Paul  E.
Paul E.
Home Again Old Florida Adventures
Home Again Old Florida Adventures
Fishing charter in Longboat Key
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(89 reviews)
Captain JD Atkins is a true Florida fisherman. We trolled (and caught) Kingfish and Bonito. That wore my arm out! Then we found a decent spot to catch some grunts, groupers, and snappers! Both the wife and I had a great time and could have stayed on the water a bit longer. For whatever reason, we were wiped out afterwards. Great weather, great fishing, great captain!
Jason  D.
Jason D.
Home Again Old Florida Adventures
Home Again Old Florida Adventures
Fishing charter in Longboat Key
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(89 reviews)
Would highly recommend this tour if you want to catch fish. Caption is very educated and know where the fish are at. Once again would high recommend.
Bogdan  P.
Bogdan P.

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