Sarasota Fishing Charters

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Frequently Asked Questions about Fishing Charters in Sarasota

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

The average price for a private 4 hour Sarasota fishing trip is US $538, while an 8 hour private trip will cost you US $1,016 based on prices on FishingBooker.com.

Fishing charters in Sarasota that received great reviews from families are:

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

The top 3 fishing techniques in Sarasota are:

The top 3 types of fishing in Sarasota are:

Many fishing charters in Sarasota 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 Sarasota are:

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Some of the fishing trips offered by fishing charters in Sarasota are:
  • 2-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $357
  • 3-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $403
  • 4-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $559
  • 5-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $895
  • 6-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $848
  • 7-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $1,295
  • 8-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $1,243
  • 10-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $1,863
  • 12-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $2,250

Fishing in Sarasota

If you’re looking for a little slice of heaven in Florida for your fishing vacation, chances are, you’ll end up in Sarasota. With the gorgeous name-sake bay right on the doorstep and beaches as far as the eye can see, spending time here is all the rest you need. Add to that a couple of trips with Sarasota fishing charters, and it just doesn’t get any better.
 
The inshore action is what put Sarasota on the map, and it’s inshore fishing you just can’t miss out while you’re here. No angler can resist the top-notch bite of Redfish, Flounder, and Spotted Seatrout available all year. If that’s not enough, come in spring for King Mackerel and in summer for the Tarpon bite that just doesn’t quit.
 
Venture out to the nearshore waters and you could catch Sheepshead, Cobia, Jacks, and Bluefish. A bit further out, you’ll find Barracuda, Black Seabass, Snapper, Grouper, Amberjack, and Sharks hanging around the numerous reefs. You’re after the trophies of offshore fishing? A deep sea fishing charter will take you 100 miles from land, where you can wrestle Blackfin Tuna, Mahi Mahi, Billfish, and Wahoo.
 
Competitive anglers can join one of the many well-known fishing tournaments and try their luck. The Sarasota Tarpon Tournament, Sarasota Slam, Suncoast Saltwater Shootout, and Yellowfin Billfish Classic are all world-class. Better bring your game face though, because the competition will be stiff!
 
As you can see, whether you come to Sarasota with your family, angling buddies, or ready for your solo fishing quest, you won’t be disappointed. This rich fishery is open year-round, and expert guides have a trip for every taste and level.
 

Rules & Regulations

If you’re fishing with a licensed Sarasota fishing charter, all necessary fishing licenses are included in the price. Solo fishermen need to know local regulations and have an appropriate fishing license before they start fishing.

Sarasota
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Based on 28386 reviews by FishingBooker anglers

Sarasota Fishing Seasons

January
January is peak Grouper season. Red, Black, Scamp, and Gag Grouper are all around in big numbers, and there's even a chance of seeing Goliath Groupers further offshore.
February
Hit the reefs for Sheepshead, Tripletail, Grouper, and Cobia, or stay inshore and fish for the local Flounder, Redfish, and Trout. There's also a strong chance of running into some Amberjack and Kingfish further out.
March
March sees the arrival of way more reef fish, including Triggerfish, Barracuda, and Black Seabass. This is also when the Redfish and Seatrout really start biting hard, making for great fly fishing in the cool, dry weather.
April
Things really start heating up, with Barracuda, King Mackerel, and Bonito all in full swing. Inshore you will see big numbers of Snook, Pompano, and Bluefish join the regular crowd for some added action.
May
The Tarpon and Permit are coming into season, and the rain hasn't kicked in yet, so this is the perfect time for fly fishing. Don't miss the Sarasota Tarpon Tournament for the best action around.
June
The Suncoast Saltwater Shootout kicks off across all depths of water, heralding big Billfish offshore. This is also the beginning of the Red Snapper season, so there will be plenty for you to do on the water.
July
Mahi, Tuna, Wahoo, and Billfish can all be found offshore, so sign up for the Yellowfin Billfish Classic if you think you have what it takes. Plenty of fun inshore too, with Tarpon, Permit, Pompano, and Snook all hungry and ready to bite!
August
It's the wettest month of the year, but who cares? You have the Sarasota Slam offshore, some seriously active reefs just outside the bay, and an all-star cast of game fish in the shallows. Sign us up!
September
The summer winds down slowly and uneventfully... somewhere else! Here, you've got Barracuda, King Mackerel, Tuna, Bluefish, Tarpon, Amberjack, and Sharks, and that's without even getting into the deeper waters way offshore!
October
The Mangrove Coastal Conservation Association's Fall Fly Fishing Challenge offers great fun for a great cause and gives you something to do when you're not busy catching Trout, Redfish, Bluefish, and Ladyfish.
November
As the Snapper leave, the Grouper arrive, keeping up constant action on the reefs. November also dangles the opportunity for some lucky anglers to fish the famous Lake Parrish for Bass in the Fish United Way Tournament.
December
Spend the holiday season down in the sun, fishing for Redfish, Trout, Permit, and Flounder inshore, along with Grouper and Sheepshead out on the reefs. 70°F and sunny sure sounds good this time of year!

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What anglers said about fishing in Sarasota

Fantastic. Our trip way exceeded our expectations. Worth you time and money. You will love Jason as much we did. Do not miss this chance!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Fantastic. Our trip way exceeded our expectations. Worth you time and money. You will love Jason as much we did. Do not miss this chance!
Dreams Reelized Fishing
Dreams Reelized Fishing
This is a difficult time of year for some species of fish. The captain DID deliver with what was here and provided a quality, well priced trip.
Very good
3.7 / 5
This is a difficult time of year for some species of fish. The captain DID deliver with what was here and provided a quality, well priced trip.
Neptune Charters Enterprise INC
Neptune Charters Enterprise INC
Check the weather and remember to wear more layers that you think you'll need. It can be cold in January.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Check the weather and remember to wear more layers that you think you'll need. It can be cold in January.
High Class Hooker Charters - Sarasota
High Class Hooker Charters - Sarasota
Fish hard and be patient. Fish slow down with the cooler water temps and you may not always get what youโ€™re after but thereโ€™s still plenty of action to be found in the winter.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Fish hard and be patient. Fish slow down with the cooler water temps and you may not always get what youโ€™re after but thereโ€™s still plenty of action to be found in the winter.
TNT Freedom Fishing Charters โ€“ Siesta Key
TNT Freedom Fishing Charters โ€“ Siesta Key
Definitely fun fishing for red fish. But whatever you can get on is fun. There are so many areas and a diverse amount of species
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Definitely fun fishing for red fish. But whatever you can get on is fun. There are so many areas and a diverse amount of species
Chasin Finns
Chasin Finns Riverview, Florida
Have correct expectations. Time of year can really determine what fish will be available
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Have correct expectations. Time of year can really determine what fish will be available
Sarasota Family Fishing Charters
Sarasota Family Fishing Charters
Check with your captain a couple of days ahead of your trip to check boating conditions and be flexible for rescheduling. It can get cold at times out on the water in October, so dress in layers.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Check with your captain a couple of days ahead of your trip to check boating conditions and be flexible for rescheduling. It can get cold at times out on the water in October, so dress in layers.
Neptune Charters Enterprise INC
Neptune Charters Enterprise INC
I would say the family fishing trip was a great mix of fishing and shark tooth finding but if you want to just fish you might want to book just the fishing excursion. But no matter you wonโ€™t be disappointed
Excellent
5.0 / 5
I would say the family fishing trip was a great mix of fishing and shark tooth finding but if you want to just fish you might want to book just the fishing excursion. But no matter you wonโ€™t be disappointed
High Class Hooker Charters โ€“ Siesta Key
High Class Hooker Charters โ€“ Siesta Key
Trust your Capt to know what is bitting. They are on the water and know what to target and where to go. Some days are very good and some a little slower. Thats why it's called fishing and not just catching.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Trust your Capt to know what is bitting. They are on the water and know what to target and where to go. Some days are very good and some a little slower. Thats why it's called fishing and not just catching.
Windward Fishing Charters
Windward Fishing Charters
An experienced captain can make it an excellent experience for you as a beginner.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
An experienced captain can make it an excellent experience for you as a beginner.
Sarasota Family Fishing Charters
Sarasota Family Fishing Charters Old Saybrook, CT
I would recommend bringing sun screen and lot of water. Also don't forget your camera because you will be filming great memories.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
I would recommend bringing sun screen and lot of water. Also don't forget your camera because you will be filming great memories.
Lucky 13 Charters
Lucky 13 Charters West Miami, FL
This was a great first trip out on the Gulf for us! I would recommend to anyone who enjoys fishing.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
This was a great first trip out on the Gulf for us! I would recommend to anyone who enjoys fishing.
Rodbender Fishing Charters
Rodbender Fishing Charters Valrico, Florida
Chasin tails was top notch. Captain Aaron kept us on the snapper. Thank you!!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Chasin tails was top notch. Captain Aaron kept us on the snapper. Thank you!!
Chasin' Tail Fishing Charters 2
Chasin' Tail Fishing Charters 2 Sarasota, Florida
Go on an organised trip with a knowledgeable captain - you will have a fab time
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Go on an organised trip with a knowledgeable captain - you will have a fab time
Suncoast Fishing Adventures
Suncoast Fishing Adventures Davenport, Florida
Go with a boat that has good recommendations and knowledge of what you may be wanting to experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Go with a boat that has good recommendations and knowledge of what you may be wanting to experience
Dandy Charter Fishing
Dandy Charter Fishing Albion, IN
It was unseasonably hot, next time we may fish a little earlier in the year.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
It was unseasonably hot, next time we may fish a little earlier in the year.
High Class Hooker Charters โ€“ Siesta Key
High Class Hooker Charters โ€“ Siesta Key
Be patient, especially if you fish only freshwater. Saltwater is a different type.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Be patient, especially if you fish only freshwater. Saltwater is a different type.
Chasin' Tail Fishing Charters 2
Chasin' Tail Fishing Charters 2 Pleasant Hill, MO
2nd year in a row with Captain Bryan. He's a class act with a ton of knowledge. Hammered the fish last year. Fish did not cooperate but not from lack of trying. Anyone who fishes knows that sometime the fish don't cooperate. Plan on coming down again next year and will not even think about getting a different Captain or guide. Want a great fishing experience pick this outfit
Excellent
4.7 / 5
2nd year in a row with Captain Bryan. He's a class act with a ton of knowledge. Hammered the fish last year. Fish did not cooperate but not from lack of trying. Anyone who fishes knows that sometime the fish don't cooperate. Plan on coming down again next year and will not even think about getting a different Captain or guide. Want a great fishing experience pick this outfit
Charter Fishing Sarasota Fl.
Charter Fishing Sarasota Fl. Pembroke Pines, Florida
Being from the Midwest, this is more like lake fishing. There was no need for any motion sickness medicine like I need for deep sea fishing.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Being from the Midwest, this is more like lake fishing. There was no need for any motion sickness medicine like I need for deep sea fishing.
Best Catch Fishing โ€“ Inshore & Nearshore
Best Catch Fishing โ€“ Inshore & Nearshore
I would fish the AM , we fished PM because we had a early flight the pervious day.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
I would fish the AM , we fished PM because we had a early flight the pervious day.
Rodbender Fishing Charters
Rodbender Fishing Charters Mount Morris, MI

How did anglers rate fishing charters in Sarasota?

Fish Moore Charters
Fish Moore Charters
Fishing charter in Sarasota
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(52 reviews)
My son came for my husbands 70th birthday and we had a great time. Thanks Captain Dakota for such a great day, you made it s great day!
Susan  M.
Susan M.
Rodbender Fishing Charters
Rodbender Fishing Charters
Fishing charter in Sarasota
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(640 reviews)
It was a beautiful day and everyone caught fish! Captain Scott was great and we all went home happy! ๐Ÿ˜„๐Ÿ˜„๐Ÿ˜„
Babette  D.
Babette D.
Dandy Charter Fishing
Dandy Charter Fishing
Fishing charter in Sarasota
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(91 reviews)
Had a great afternoon of fishing with Matt. Very knowledgeable and accommodating captain. Worked hard to put us on fish. Caught multiple speciesโ€ฆ snook, redfish, jack, barracuda. We will be back!
John  S.
John S.
Paradise Fly Sport Fishing
Paradise Fly Sport Fishing
Fishing charter in Sarasota
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(220 reviews)
Capt Chris and capt Scott did stand up job on finding us some hard fighting amberjack and enough bottom fish for dinner Thanks again
Mike  S.
Mike S.
Sarasota Sport Fishing, Fish Guaranteed!
Sarasota Sport Fishing, Fish Guaranteed!
Fishing charter in Sarasota
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(9 reviews)
Just went out for a two hour trip. It was awesome. Boat ride was fun and we did catch a lot of fish. Captain was fun, would recommend him for all anglers.
Kipp  K.
Kipp K.
TNT Freedom Fishing Charters โ€“ Siesta Key
TNT Freedom Fishing Charters โ€“ Siesta Key
Fishing charter in Sarasota
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(377 reviews)
Tony got us on fish quick and all of us kept busy the entire trip. Caught 25-30 fish in 4 hours. He was great with my 12 and 7 year old boys and we enjoyed every bit of our time with him! Would def book another trip with him.
Frank  W.
Frank W.
Best Catch Fishing โ€“ Inshore & Nearshore
Best Catch Fishing โ€“ Inshore & Nearshore
Fishing charter in Sarasota
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(100 reviews)
My husband and I did the 2 hour fishing trip- it was awesome! The captain was great and we caught fish and had a lot of fun!
Eileen  H.
Eileen H.
Get Salty Charters
Get Salty Charters
Fishing charter in Sarasota
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(123 reviews)
Jeff and Cameron were just fantastic! They put us on the fish in four different locations. We thoroughly enjoyed our trip and will return!
Richard  G.
Richard G.
Stellar Action Fishing Charters โ€“ 23โ€™
Stellar Action Fishing Charters โ€“ 23โ€™
Fishing charter in Sarasota
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(122 reviews)
Darius was very knowledgeable about the area and hotspots. We caught so many different types of fish! Could not recommend a better guy to spend your fishing day with! We will be back & highly recommend!
Bailie  D.
Bailie D.
Dandy Charter Fishing
Dandy Charter Fishing
Fishing charter in Sarasota
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(91 reviews)
Matt is a great captain and we had a lot of success catching a variety of fish. I highly recommend.
Kenneth  N.
Kenneth N.
Ultimate Fishing Adventures โ€“ Sarasota
Ultimate Fishing Adventures โ€“ Sarasota
Fishing charter in Sarasota
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(2 reviews)
Great time, captain was great! We caught alot of fish, 6 of us and Captain was very attentive. 2 11 year old boys and they had a blast!
Chris  H.
Chris H.
Charter Sauce Fishing โ€“ 23'
Charter Sauce Fishing โ€“ 23'
Fishing charter in Sarasota
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(17 reviews)
My friends and I had a great time fishing with Captain Kayden this morning. Heโ€™s very knowledgeable, patient and a lot of fun to fish with. We were on fish constantly. Caught a bunch. Do yourself a favor and book your charter with Charter Sauce. You wonโ€™t regret it.
Sam  S.
Sam S.
Stellar Action Fishing Charters โ€“ 23โ€™
Stellar Action Fishing Charters โ€“ 23โ€™
Fishing charter in Sarasota
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(122 reviews)
Had an absolute blast! Darius is great and knows his stuff- never had more than a few minutes between bites and he was willing to go wherever to put us on em. Will definitely be booking again!
Sam  S.
Sam S.
Reel Tight Fishing Charters โ€“ Siesta Key
Reel Tight Fishing Charters โ€“ Siesta Key
Fishing charter in Sarasota
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(153 reviews)
Andy put us on fish and we were catching all day! Different fish as conditions changed and he was very knowledgeable on the fish and environment. Great with anglers of all ages!
Karl  N.
Karl N.
Capt. Todd Walker โ€“ Bay Walker One Charters
Capt. Todd Walker โ€“ Bay Walker One Charters
Fishing charter in Sarasota
Excellent
4.3 / 5
(65 reviews)
We were put on trout first thing in the morning. Both of us caught 3, two keepers and one undersized. He then moved us over for redfish and snook, but the water was too clear and calm. We were put on them, they just didnt want to bite due to conditions. Over all a good trip. Would book again.
Brad  K.
Brad K.
Chasinโ€™ Tail Fishing Charters
Chasinโ€™ Tail Fishing Charters
Fishing charter in Sarasota
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(395 reviews)
He was super knowledgeable of the area, techniques to use and what spots held which fish. He always had our lines ready to get wet and to offer tips and words of encouragement! I would recommend him 120%. He was amazing and my son and I were able to create memories that wonโ€™t be forgotten. He got us plenty of fish to eat and also a 60 pound amberjack (had to go back due to season)! Will definitely give you a call next time weโ€™re in town!
Jason  D.
Jason D.
TNT Freedom Fishing Charters โ€“ Siesta Key
TNT Freedom Fishing Charters โ€“ Siesta Key
Fishing charter in Sarasota
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(377 reviews)
Captain Tony is a first rate angler and host. He made sure we had an awesome time, and that all four of us some reeled in. Would definitely book again. Thanks for a great day Tony, and thank you for your service to our country!
Erin  W.
Erin W.
Sarasota Sport Fishing, Fish Guaranteed!
Sarasota Sport Fishing, Fish Guaranteed!
Fishing charter in Sarasota
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(9 reviews)
Highly recommend Sarasota Sport Fishing. David the captain was super friendly and extremely knowledgable. We caught over 20 fish and took home 12 good size ones.
Cameron  S.
Cameron S.
Reel Knowledge Fishing
Reel Knowledge Fishing
Fishing charter in Sarasota
Excellent
4.7 / 5
(206 reviews)
Josh was great, wasnโ€™t bothered by any question we asked him. Iโ€™ve been on a number of fishing launches, undoubtedly the best Iโ€™ve been on.
Gary  P.
Gary P.
Siesta Key Sport Fishing Charters
Siesta Key Sport Fishing Charters
Fishing charter in Sarasota
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(349 reviews)
Capt. Damian put us on fish right away and his first mate, Nick worked to keep all 4 rods baited and in the water.
Benjamin  F.
Benjamin F.

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