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2 Thumbs Up Fishing Charters

2 Thumbs Up Fishing Charters

Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent 26 reviews
Naples  • 20 ft  • 4 persons
34 people are looking at this charter.
trips from $400
Captain Andy's Salty Adventures

Captain Andy's Salty Adventures

Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent 56 reviews
St. Petersburg  • 20 ft  • 4 persons
30 people are looking at this charter.
trips from $400
Big Daddy Sportfishing

Big Daddy Sportfishing

Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent 118 reviews
St. Petersburg  • 24 ft  • 4 persons
22 people are looking at this charter.
trips from $500
Southern Country Charters

Southern Country Charters

Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent 15 reviews
Destin  • 22 ft  • 5 persons
87 people are looking at this charter.
trips from $1,100
High Class Hooker Charters - Sarasota

High Class Hooker Charters - Sarasota

Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent 115 reviews
Sarasota  • 21 ft  • 5 persons
22 people are looking at this charter.
trips from $350
High Class Hooker Charters - Venice

High Class Hooker Charters - Venice

Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent 79 reviews
Venice  • 21 ft  • 5 persons
22 people are looking at this charter.
trips from $350
Island Time Adventures

Island Time Adventures

Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent 36 reviews
Fort Myers Beach  • 22 ft  • 4 persons
15 people are looking at this charter.
trips from $400
All Good Charters

All Good Charters

Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent 99 reviews
Fort Lauderdale  • 20 ft  • 3 persons
42 people are looking at this charter.
trips from $300
Florida fishing charters have built up a serious reputation among anglers from around the world. Known as the  “Sportfishing Capital of the World,” Florida is nothing less than an angler’s paradise. Choose between the warm waters of the Gulf of Mexico, the depths of the Atlantic Ocean, or the state’s endless freshwater fisheries. Wherever you go, you’ll find gamefish galore and enough tasty table fish to feed an army. Florida, quite simply, has it all.
 
Regardless of what you’re after and how you plan to do it, Florida will deliver. From Catfish to Swordfish, all types of marine critters can be targeted in various parts of the state. Redfish tends to top the target lists in the Gulf, Sailfish is the king of the state’s Atlantic coast, while Red Snapper reigns supreme nearshore. As you can see, trophies await all around!

There’s so much going on in Florida, it’s impossible to cover it all. You can, however, get a great taste of what fishing here is all about in a variety of ways. From short inshore excursions with the kids, to multi-day adventures offshore, there’s no one-size-fits-all solution here. It’s all going to come down to what you’re looking to accomplish and which target you want to pursue!

Florida’s angling hubs are located in multiple cities across the state. Once again, it’d be hard to say which one to visit first since it’s all going to depend on the experience you’re looking for. Some of the more popular destinations are certainly Destin, Tampa, Miami, Florida Keys, and Lake Okeechobee. They all have unique offerings and finding out more about them could help you narrow down your search.
 

Rules & Regulations

You don’t need to buy a license on a Florida saltwater fishing charter, although you will need to pick one up for freshwater fishing. Many species have strict closed seasons which can change year on year so get informed on these before wetting a line.

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January
The West Palm Beach Silver Sailfish Derby kicks off the year with incredible Billfishing. Lower temperatures and rainfall make for great sight fishing in the Keys, but may make fish sluggish further north.
February

Islamorada offers awesome Sailfish action, while Redfish and Trout inhale live baits across the state. The Fort Lauderdale Billfish Tournament kicks off, as it has done for over half a century.

March

Cobia start to make their way up the Atlantic Coast, hitting Fort Lauderdale by the middle of the month. The Marlin bite is incredible down across much of Southern Florida.

April

Fish are on the move across Florida. Cobia make their way up the Atlantic Coast as Tarpon hit Cape Coral in the west. This is one of the best times and places to battle the Silver King.

May

Tournament season kicks off with the Pompano Beach Fishing Rodeo, Miami Billfish Tournament, Florida Keys Dolphin Tournament, and more. Tarpon are on fire in Boca Grande.

June

It’s Red Snapper Season, and Destin is full of anglers looking for a piece of the action. Tarpon are still putting tackle to the test along the Gulf Coast, while Cobia hit Jacksonville in the Northwest.

July

The Del Brown Permit Tournament is the most important fly fishing event in the state, and anglers flood Key West to enjoy it. Speaking of fly fishing, Tarpon are still around in Tampa Bay!

August

The heat and humidity can be exhausting this time of year. Beat the heat by fishing at night for Tarpon or Flounder. Otherwise, head offshore in search of huge Amberjack — it’s open season.

September

Snook are open for harvest from September onwards. The guys are as great to eat as they are to catch, and make inshore angling incredible. Kingfish show up in Jacksonville, making their way south.

October

The Destin Fishing Rodeo is the biggest tournament in the country, drawing tens of thousands of anglers each year. Blackfin Tuna are biting hard in the Keys and along the Gold Coast.

November

Lake Parish opens its gates for the exclusive Fish United Way Tournament. This is some of the best Crappie fishing around, if you can get in. Lower temperatures make for fun inshore action everywhere.

December

Sailfish are back across Southeast Florida, and the Stuart Sailfish Club Light Tackle Tournament has been making the most of it since the ‘50s. Reef fishing can be amazing this time of year.

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April 3 hour fishing trip
Samantha I. fished with Offshore Addict Charters on April 15, 2021
Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent
If this is your first ocean fishing experience I recommend booking with Offshore Addicts. Its a whole lot different than fishing in the midwest where we are from but they made the experience so enjoyable!
Great trip!
Mike J. fished with All Points Guide Service โ€“ 22' on April 12, 2021
Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent
Offshore fishing for young first time fishermen, turns out the better option than deep sea.
6 hour off shore trip with William.
Andy M. fished with Down South Fishing Company on April 12, 2021
Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent
Get ready for a fun filled charter with plenty of action.
Double the Fun!
Robert B. fished with Fish With a Pro - Lake Osborne on April 10, 2021
Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent
Fish structure and find those shady spots. Always be respectful of property owners.
Half Day Trip
Matthew B. fished with Coastline Fishing Charters-Placida on April 10, 2021
Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent
Bring sunblock and get ready for fish on!
Great Fishing!
Jaime C. fished with Lake Toho Guides on April 10, 2021
Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent
Get a guide. It doesnโ€™t mean you donโ€™t know what you are doing.
Fun shark fishing!
Kristen G. fished with Finn-Addict-Fishing on April 8, 2021
Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent
Be patient, not the best time of the year to fish, but they are out there if you have the right guide!
Sibling fishing trip
Roberto M. fished with Salty Goat Fishing Charters on April 8, 2021
Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent
Key west has the best fishing weather I love it ?

FAQs about Fishing Charters in Florida

According to customer reviews, 2 Thumbs Up Fishing Charters, Captain Andy's Salty Adventures, and Big Daddy Sportfishing are some of the most popular fishing charters in Florida. Full list of top fishing charters in Florida.
2 Thumbs Up Fishing Charters, Captain Andy's Salty Adventures, and Big Daddy Sportfishing all received great reviews from families who booked fishing trips in Florida.
The best way to experience fishing in Florida is to book a private charter with a licensed fishing guide. See the full list of charters available for online booking here: List of fishing charters in Florida.
The top 8 fish species targeted on guided fishing trips in Florida are:
Fish are on the move across Florida. Cobia make their way up the Atlantic Coast as Tarpon hit Cape Coral in the west. This is one of the best times and places to battle the Silver King. Check availability for local fishing charters in Florida.