Pensacola Offshore Fishing Charters

184 Fishing Charters

Pensacola: 184 fishing charters available
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4.9 / 5
(145 reviews)
Pensacola
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Trips from US $550
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5.0 / 5
(119 reviews)
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Trips from US $400
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4.8 / 5
(20 reviews)
Pensacola
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Trips from US $1,050
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4.8 / 5
(178 reviews)
Pensacola
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5.0 / 5
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Trips from US $850
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4.9 / 5
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Trips from US $750
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4.9 / 5
(31 reviews)
Pensacola
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Trips from US $550
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4.8 / 5
(96 reviews)
Pensacola
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Trips from US $550
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4.9 / 5
(61 reviews)
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Trips from US $700
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4.8 / 5
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Pensacola
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Pensacola
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Offshore Fishing in Pensacola

If you’re after a fish tale to tell your grandkids, Pensacola offshore fishing could well do the job. Whether you’re persistent about pelagics or bonkers about bottom fish, the rich array of local reefs and wrecks will put you in touch with your angling alter ego. These waters are famous for their fish-filled bottom structure, and the ominously-named ‘edge’ brings some of the Gulf of Mexico’s most prestigious pelagics relatively close to shore. And while the fishery may not quite rival Key West in terms of variety, it comes close in terms of experience.

What to expect

You don’t need to go far from the coast to experience the offshore fishing Pensacola Florida is famous for. Even within state waters (9 miles from shore), a trolling trip will see you catching species such as King and Spanish Mackerel, as well as Cobia (in season) and the occasional Mahi Mahi and Sailfish. While these charters are strictly ‘nearshore,’ they are the perfect introduction to sea fishing without requiring you to go too far from land. 
 
Take a full day trip, and you’ll be able to experience what Pensacola does really well: bottom fish. Usually, fishing charters will troll towards the bottom fishing spot, then anchor up and drop the lines until you get to reel in a beautiful Red Snapper, Triggerfish, or Gag Grouper. Who cares about Mahi Mahi when you could have an enormous Snapper on the end of your line?
 
With more artificial reefs on the local seabed than anywhere else in Florida, there are plenty of places to find these coveted fish. 22 miles out of Pensacola you’ll find yourself fishing over the largest intentionally-created artificial reef in the world — the Oriskany, an old US Navy boat used in World War II. Fish around here, and you’re not only going to be getting some wholesome exercise, you’ll also be learning about history (kids — tell your mom!).

When to go

Pensacola offshore fishing is usually best in the summer. The seas are calmer then, and the fishing season is open for everyone’s favorite local fish—the Red Snapper. Make sure to check the seasonal regulations when booking your trip. And don’t forget to make your reservation in plenty of time. Charter trips book up very quickly in peak season!
Pensacola
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4.6 / 5
Based on 29,146 reviews by FishingBooker anglers

What anglers said about Offshore Fishing in Pensacola

We went out on a day where the temperature dropped so we had to bundle up but got put on Spanish mackerel right away. We caught 7 species throughout the day.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
We went out on a day where the temperature dropped so we had to bundle up but got put on Spanish mackerel right away. We caught 7 species throughout the day.
Legal Limits Outdoors
Legal Limits Outdoors
Ask for a mixed bag. There is no guarantee, but Capt Luke helped my check a number of species off my goal list and a couple I didnโ€™t know I needed. The bonus red fish schooled under the birds was an awesome experience even for a seasoned fisherman. Great time, and tight lines!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Ask for a mixed bag. There is no guarantee, but Capt Luke helped my check a number of species off my goal list and a couple I didnโ€™t know I needed. The bonus red fish schooled under the birds was an awesome experience even for a seasoned fisherman. Great time, and tight lines!
Hot Spots Inshore/Nearshore III
Hot Spots Inshore/Nearshore III
Go out with Captain Garrett from Emerald โ€œCโ€ he made us feel right at home. This was my first time and he was very helpful.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Go out with Captain Garrett from Emerald โ€œCโ€ he made us feel right at home. This was my first time and he was very helpful.
Emerald
Emerald "C" Fishing Charters
we were a little off season for some species we were looking to keep and eat at home, but we caught plenty of fish in total and many different species. everywhere we went we caught fish. a captain cant control what and how big, but he surely knows where to find fish.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
we were a little off season for some species we were looking to keep and eat at home, but we caught plenty of fish in total and many different species. everywhere we went we caught fish. a captain cant control what and how big, but he surely knows where to find fish.
All Caught Up Fishing Charters
All Caught Up Fishing Charters
If you think you might get sea sick, take some dramamine. The waves were a bit rough heading out, but not too bad. A couple members of our group almost got sick, but dramamine saved the day.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
If you think you might get sea sick, take some dramamine. The waves were a bit rough heading out, but not too bad. A couple members of our group almost got sick, but dramamine saved the day.
Alpha Fishing Charters
Alpha Fishing Charters
If you go with captain Blake expect to catch fish. Boats all around us were leaving because we pulled in fish after fish after fish while their clients watched us. Then he put us on some big Amberjack and it took changing the rigging to fit me for me to land one but we got it done! The fight of a lifetime!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
If you go with captain Blake expect to catch fish. Boats all around us were leaving because we pulled in fish after fish after fish while their clients watched us. Then he put us on some big Amberjack and it took changing the rigging to fit me for me to land one but we got it done! The fight of a lifetime!
North West Florida Fishing Charters
North West Florida Fishing Charters
Only fish in season to catch were mingo fish and never two others. But theyโ€™re delicious.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Only fish in season to catch were mingo fish and never two others. But theyโ€™re delicious.
Emerald โ€œCโ€ Fishing Charters
Emerald โ€œCโ€ Fishing Charters
Great trip. Captain put us right on the fish. Boat was clean and fishing gear was in great shape. We had kids go on the trip, and the captain did an amazing job tailoring the experience for them. Extremely responsive in communications before hand. Definitely recommend.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Great trip. Captain put us right on the fish. Boat was clean and fishing gear was in great shape. We had kids go on the trip, and the captain did an amazing job tailoring the experience for them. Extremely responsive in communications before hand. Definitely recommend.
Salty Adventures Charter Fishing
Salty Adventures Charter Fishing
It was hot as hell! But 5 stars because of a successful and safe trip with a good captain
Excellent
5.0 / 5
It was hot as hell! But 5 stars because of a successful and safe trip with a good captain
Bout Time Charters
Bout Time Charters
Be prepared to have a good time. Ask for captain Bill. He was very good with our 2 youngsters we had.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Be prepared to have a good time. Ask for captain Bill. He was very good with our 2 youngsters we had.
It's A Good Day Charters
It's A Good Day Charters
Listen to your captain and crew and follow their tips and instructions to catch more and bigger fish.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Listen to your captain and crew and follow their tips and instructions to catch more and bigger fish.
Alpha Fishing Charters
Alpha Fishing Charters United States
wear UV protective shirt and hat or sunscreen considering you'll be on a boat in the sun for approx. 4-6 hrs.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
wear UV protective shirt and hat or sunscreen considering you'll be on a boat in the sun for approx. 4-6 hrs.
Keepin It Wet Charters
Keepin It Wet Charters
Swim shirt for the sun, plenty of water and sunscreen, the earlier the start the better.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Swim shirt for the sun, plenty of water and sunscreen, the earlier the start the better.
Fin Addicts Guide Service
Fin Addicts Guide Service
Pay attention to time of year. Storms can disrupt your trip but not much you can do about that.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Pay attention to time of year. Storms can disrupt your trip but not much you can do about that.
Gulf Coast Water & Woods Guide Ser.
Gulf Coast Water & Woods Guide Ser.
Captain Bill was amazing and made sure everyone on the boat had the best time. He was patient with the teens and spent time explaining things to them. They even caught a stingray!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Captain Bill was amazing and made sure everyone on the boat had the best time. He was patient with the teens and spent time explaining things to them. They even caught a stingray!
It's A Good Day Charters
It's A Good Day Charters
Just enjoy the experience-in one of Gods great creations and remember to thank him for it-
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Just enjoy the experience-in one of Gods great creations and remember to thank him for it-
Emerald
Emerald "C" Fishing Charters
Bring drinks in an ice chest and extra ice for your catch. Youโ€™re gonna catch some! Bring some snacks and a couple towels to dry your face. The water splashes but itโ€™s awesome! If you tend to get motion sickness, take Dramamine an hour before you set out on the boat.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Bring drinks in an ice chest and extra ice for your catch. Youโ€™re gonna catch some! Bring some snacks and a couple towels to dry your face. The water splashes but itโ€™s awesome! If you tend to get motion sickness, take Dramamine an hour before you set out on the boat.
Emerald
Emerald "C" Fishing Charters
Don't waste money on the crappy zoom gum stink bait. Frozen squid and shrimp for pier fishing. Avoid mid day fishing
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Don't waste money on the crappy zoom gum stink bait. Frozen squid and shrimp for pier fishing. Avoid mid day fishing
It's A Good Day Charters
It's A Good Day Charters
We had a great experience fishing here. We were on fish all day with Captain Bill from Itโ€™s a Good Day Charters.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
We had a great experience fishing here. We were on fish all day with Captain Bill from Itโ€™s a Good Day Charters.
It's A Good Day Charters
It's A Good Day Charters
Let the captain be your guide. They probably know better than you whatโ€™s going to work the best.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Let the captain be your guide. They probably know better than you whatโ€™s going to work the best.
All Caught Up Fishing Charters
All Caught Up Fishing Charters

Top Targeted Offshore Fishing Species in Pensacola