What would you recommend to anglers fishing in Fort Lauderdale, Florida for the first time?
Answers by verified FishingBooker anglers who went fishing in Fort Lauderdale
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121 - 150 of 192 answers
Daniel Gowder
Peacock bass fishing is amazing. Very aggressive fish and awesome fighting fish.
Aria Dominguez
Check with the guide about the seasonal fish activitiy so you know what to expect.
Riggs Monfort
First time go for the half day. That’s what Taylor recommended and it was perfect.
Kelvin Luquias
Just a very hot day and not a ton of fish out. I’m sure other days are better though.
Betsy Riley
This was our first time deep sea fishing and Taylor Savage made it a great experience.
Eric Bay
Rely on captain’s recommendation they know daily the best option for a successful trip
Brandon Tetanich
If you want to catch fish the size of humans, just book it! You won’t regret the decision!
Ulyana Yevchik
Choose sport fishing to catch big fish. From experience, previous wasn’t as good as this trip
Craig Nilson
Buy the bait at the marina to save the time on the water going after the big fish.
Paul Pierzynski
Fort Lauderdale in February is not the best time of year but there definitely fish out there.
Robert Bacher
Check the weather forecast before you go, make sure it’s not going to choppy.
Stacy Benner
Started off a little chilly but warmed
Up quickly out on the ocean and was perfect day
Kayla Morgan
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Went fishing with Florida Adventure Outfitters on December 17, 2023
Went fishing with Florida Adventure Outfitters on December 17, 2023
We did lots of research and I would highly recommend booking with these guys. It’s 100% worth it.
Michael Amato
Sometimes you catch fish, sometimes you don’t. Try to enjoy the trip either way.
Wyatt Zeller
United States
Yes - Captain Zach is a true professional who knows Fort Lauderdale Fishing unbelivably well
Lyle Harrenstein
Peoria, AZ
Prepare for the worst and hope for the best. Bring rain gear and something warm. You might get wet.
Michael Clarke
Jacksonville, FL
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Went fishing with Captain Brian Charters on May 27, 2023
Went fishing with Captain Brian Charters on May 27, 2023
Watch the weather and pick a guide the meets your realtor expectations. Have fun.
Sophie Penwarden
Stow, OH
May seems to be a slow season, however, we still caught lots of fish and had a great time.
Nelson Nieves
Dallas, GA
If you get sea sick ??? make sure you take motion pills WELL BEFORE you go aboard
Paul White
Johnston, IA
We only went this time, so cannot adequately judge, but would hope the fishing is better
Larry Omalia
Delray Beach, FL
Being from the north, I truly needed to get some Florida guidance. Go out with a guide.
Owen Luttinger
Hialeah, Florida
No need to go to the keys there’s plenty of fish Without going miles and miles offshore
John Pearson
Kirkland, WA
There's a chance you might even catch a 10 foot 400 pound golden dusky shark like I did!
Kelly Denny
Indianapolis, IN
Dress in layers if you are going on the a.m. trip and be prepared to catch a lot of fish!
Nick Phillips
Ocean View, DE
Call captain JP he goes above and beyond to make it a great experience for everyone on the boat
Robert Fligge
Rochester, MN
Make this trip a priority.
Bring lots of drinks, snacks, and dramamine just in case.
Artie Rose
Milton, FL
Check around and be sure to take plenty of drinks to stay hydrated and tip the crew
Katana Bryant
Tampa, FL
My family had a blast! Only a couple of fish caught but the experience was great!
Alan Tsang
Orlando, Florida
Try out the shorter fishing trip first and progress to more experienced one if you wish
Dirk Ruszkowski
Gibraltar, MI
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Went fishing with Lauderdale Sportfishing Reel Legend on March 15, 2019
Went fishing with Lauderdale Sportfishing Reel Legend on March 15, 2019
Find out what is migratory and what is biting during the time you are there. Target the bite.
