Fort Lauderdale

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Fort Lauderdale Fishing Charters

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Fort Lauderdale: 233 fishing charters available
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According to customer reviews, some of the most popular fishing charters in Fort Lauderdale, Florida are: Full list of top fishing charters in Fort Lauderdale

The average price for a private 4 hour Fort Lauderdale fishing trip is $692, while an 8 hour private trip will cost you $1,059 based on prices on FishingBooker.com.

Fishing charters in Fort Lauderdale that received great reviews from families are:

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

The top 3 fishing techniques in Fort Lauderdale are:

The top 3 types of fishing in Fort Lauderdale are:

Many fishing charters in Fort Lauderdale 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 Fort Lauderdale are:

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Some of the fishing trips offered by fishing charters in Fort Lauderdale are:
  • 2-hour fishing trips โ€“ HK $3,695
  • 3-hour fishing trips โ€“ HK $3,695
  • 4-hour fishing trips โ€“ HK $5,273
  • 5-hour fishing trips โ€“ HK $5,930
  • 6-hour fishing trips โ€“ HK $7,553
  • 7-hour fishing trips โ€“ HK $9,345
  • 8-hour fishing trips โ€“ HK $8,890
  • 9-hour fishing trips โ€“ HK $11,339
  • 10-hour fishing trips โ€“ HK $13,489

Fort Lauderdale fishing charters open up a world of options. Calm canals, remote reefs, and even the warm currents of the Gulf Stream are within easy reach of the city. Local captains make the most of all of this, with trips to suit every group.
 
The main targets inshore are Snook and Tarpon. Both fish put up a real fight, making them a favorite of fly fishers and sporting anglers. Farther out, you can bottom fish for Snapper, Grouper, Amberjack, and more around the reefs. All these fish are here year-round, but the best time to target them is in the summer.
 
Finally, the bluewaters. Most charters in Fort Lauderdale specialize in trolling and kite fishing offshore. Sailfish, Tuna, Marlin, and more tag each other out throughout the year. Sailfish are great in winter and spring, Marlin peak in summer. In the fall, Swordfishing is all the rage. Whenever you visit, you can hook a monster. 
 
Inshore charters fish calm waters right in town, while reef fishing trips head into the ocean. Both are great for beginners, but young kids may be better off inshore. Deep sea charters are designed for seasoned anglers. If you’re after big Billfish, you’re best off on a full day charter. However, the sea gets deep so quickly that all these trips are available as half or full days. That’s part of what makes Fort Lauderdale special.

Rules & Regulations

You don’t need a fishing license on saltwater charters in Fort Lauderdale. You do need one to target freshwater species like Bass, though. Be aware that Snook are release-only from December 15 to January 31 and June 1 to August 3. Most Grouper species are protected between January 1 and April 30. Lastly, Tarpon are catch-and-release all year round.

Fort Lauderdale
Excellent
4.4 / 5
Based on 27688 reviews by FishingBooker anglers

January

January may be Fort Lauderdale's coldest month, but the fishing is hot. Often, the worse the weather, the better the fishing. Windy conditions get Sailfish biting like crazy. Swordfishing can be very good.

February

February is the month of the Wahoo in Fort Lauderdale. This means fast trolling and faster action. Look out for Blackfin Tuna 'busting' schools of baitfish over reefs and make the most of the awesome Sailfish bite.

March

Spring is Fort Lauderdale's best fishing season. Troll, bottom fish over shipwrecks, fish over the reefs with live bait - everything is biting. Mahi Mahi arrive close to shore when the east winds blow. Kingfish and Amberjack are caught at the reefs.

April

The great spring bite continues, with wreck fishing getting better and better. Mahi Mahi are biting extremely well in relatively shallow water (200-300 ft). The rougher the weather, the better the fishing for this species.

May

Mahi Mahi continue to bite within a few miles of the coast, with Blackfin Tuna also red hot. Amberjacks are caught over wrecks in waters 200-300 ft deep. This is usually the beginning of the open Grouper season.

June

The reefs are the place to go at this time of year. Catch Kingfish and Tuna here as well as Bonito, which are migrating along the coastline. This is also one of the best times to catch Sharks in Fort Lauderdale.

July

The weather heats up, but that doesn't put a stop to the fishing. This is one of the best months for Snapper and Grouper fishing, particularly at night. Trolling for Bonito and Kingfish over the reefs is very successful.

August

The seas are calm and tranquil, with surface temperatures being very hot. This makes deep drop fishing offshore a very good choice, with deeper dwelling fish being less affected by the temperature change further up.

September

Temperatures usually start to cool by the end of the month, inviting a greater number of surface fish. Sailfish might start showing up, with Kingifsh still being active over the reefs. Tarpon is great inshore.

October

As the weather transitions to Fall, winds tend to pick up. This brings pelagics closer to shore, with fishing for Mahi Mahi and Sailfish being very good, and a great variety of pelagics biting over the reefs.

November

Sailfish start to settle in earnest nearshore, chasing schools of mullet through Fort Lauderdale's famous 'Sailfish Alley'. Bottom fishing for Snapper and Grouper is excellent, with a host of species crowding the reefs.

December

Winter is not something that should put you off fishing in Fort Lauderdale. You can expect a good bite from Sailfish and Mahi Mahi nearshore, with Tuna, Wahoo, Cobia, and Amberjack around the reefs.

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Get a small boat captain and be sure to have them recommend a place to have the fresh catch cooked up! Great trip!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Get a small boat captain and be sure to have them recommend a place to have the fresh catch cooked up! Great trip!
Roy  M.
Roy M. Mount Pleasant, TX
Call the business ahead of time once youโ€™ve booked something and as the captain what fish will be in season when you go. The captain will help you have a more fun experience by taking you to those fish. If you have a specific fish you are looking for ask when they are in season to get the best chance of finding that fish.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Call the business ahead of time once youโ€™ve booked something and as the captain what fish will be in season when you go. The captain will help you have a more fun experience by taking you to those fish. If you have a specific fish you are looking for ask when they are in season to get the best chance of finding that fish.
Mark  V.
Mark V. Bloomsbury, NJ
Bring drinks and snacks for on the boat. In July be prepared for rain storms. Let your captain know what species you want to target.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Bring drinks and snacks for on the boat. In July be prepared for rain storms. Let your captain know what species you want to target.
Samantha  I.
Samantha I.
Yes, plenty of fish out there! Itโ€™s hot but the boat provides great relief.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Yes, plenty of fish out there! Itโ€™s hot but the boat provides great relief.
Luis  G.
Luis G. Fort Lauderdale, FL
Be prepared for sun but it can be well worth the effort with the right guide
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Be prepared for sun but it can be well worth the effort with the right guide
Steve  T.
Steve T.
Where fishing clothes, it is hot and humid!!! Donโ€™t forget your sun tan cream. Most captains donโ€™t like the spray kind
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Where fishing clothes, it is hot and humid!!! Donโ€™t forget your sun tan cream. Most captains donโ€™t like the spray kind
Charles  H.
Charles H. Nichols, SC
Go at 6 am with live bait and a knowledgeable guide who knows the hot spots that do switch around due to water levels. Best in the cooler months of Jan Feb march but we caught 9 flood size fish in late June.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Go at 6 am with live bait and a knowledgeable guide who knows the hot spots that do switch around due to water levels. Best in the cooler months of Jan Feb march but we caught 9 flood size fish in late June.
Gilbert  L.
Gilbert L. Hobe Sound, FL
If your visiting ft lauderdale and thinking about doing a fishing trip call Mike! You won't be disappointed. Not only is captain Mike very knowledgeable about the area, he is also knowledgeable about different species of fish, but also the best ways to cook them!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
If your visiting ft lauderdale and thinking about doing a fishing trip call Mike! You won't be disappointed. Not only is captain Mike very knowledgeable about the area, he is also knowledgeable about different species of fish, but also the best ways to cook them!
Janet  T.
Janet T. Leonard, TX
Watch the weather and pick a guide the meets your realtor expectations. Have fun.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Watch the weather and pick a guide the meets your realtor expectations. Have fun.
Michael  C.
Michael C. Jacksonville, FL
Get a private charter who is willing to take you to his private hot spots.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Get a private charter who is willing to take you to his private hot spots.
Richard  B.
Richard B. Fort Rucker, Alabama
Great first time fishing in Ft Lauderdale. Weather and waves were perfect. Caught more this trip than any charter I have ever taken
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Great first time fishing in Ft Lauderdale. Weather and waves were perfect. Caught more this trip than any charter I have ever taken
Christopher  G.
Christopher G. Madison, CT
My only problem fishing in fort Lauderdale this may was the sea grass was so abundant out in the ocean other than that had a great time
Very good
4.0 / 5
My only problem fishing in fort Lauderdale this may was the sea grass was so abundant out in the ocean other than that had a great time
Ronald  S.
Ronald S. Cincinnati, OH
May seems to be a slow season, however, we still caught lots of fish and had a great time.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
May seems to be a slow season, however, we still caught lots of fish and had a great time.
Sophie  P.
Sophie P. Stow, OH
To book with this company and use Mike as a captain. He was informative and sooo helpful!! We were very impressed and still are!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
To book with this company and use Mike as a captain. He was informative and sooo helpful!! We were very impressed and still are!
Emilee  H.
Emilee H. Kalamazoo, MI
Make sure your prepared for weather. It can come up on ya in a moments notice. EVEN if the sun is shining when ya wake up!! Best advice I have!!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Make sure your prepared for weather. It can come up on ya in a moments notice. EVEN if the sun is shining when ya wake up!! Best advice I have!!
Chris  L.
Chris L. Fort Lauderdale, Florida
If you're going with kids bring drinks and snacks. Hats, sunscreen, and a positive attitude with those around you go a long way.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
If you're going with kids bring drinks and snacks. Hats, sunscreen, and a positive attitude with those around you go a long way.
Cliff  P.
Cliff P. Tampa, Florida
Speak to your guide about how the fishing is going at that particular time of the year. Some months are better than others
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Speak to your guide about how the fishing is going at that particular time of the year. Some months are better than others
Bobby  P.
Bobby P. Tampa, Florida
Use this charter. Hands down, well worth the price. If youโ€™re serious about fishing, look no further.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Use this charter. Hands down, well worth the price. If youโ€™re serious about fishing, look no further.
Edward  D.
Edward D. Hockessin, DE
Excellent trip..the viewing going in and out of the harbor are unbelievable seeing the expensive yachts and mansions.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Excellent trip..the viewing going in and out of the harbor are unbelievable seeing the expensive yachts and mansions.
Lee  I.
Lee I. Crosby, MN
Being from the north, I truly needed to get some Florida guidance. Go out with a guide.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Being from the north, I truly needed to get some Florida guidance. Go out with a guide.
Larry  O.
Larry O. Delray Beach, FL

Marlin My Darlin Sportfishing
Marlin My Darlin Sportfishing
Fishing charter in Fort Lauderdale
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(445 reviews)
We caught big, small, keepers and even got to watch a shark attack! Thatโ€™s our half a fish!
Tom  K.
Tom K. Malvern, PA
Wicked Cuda Sport Fishing
Wicked Cuda Sport Fishing
Fishing charter in Fort Lauderdale
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(6 reviews)
Great experience! Highly recommend. Boat was clean and well equipped. Captain Jason put us on the fish even on a hot out of season fishing trip!
Amy  A.
Amy A. Toney, AL
Reelit Charters
Reelit Charters
Fishing charter in Fort Lauderdale
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(100 reviews)
Captain X was awesome. Very professional. Took the time to make sure we all had a great time. ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿป Not only did we get the species we were targeting but also caught multiple species after. On a half day charter definitely exceeded our expectations. I would recommend to any and everyone.
Jeffrey  W.
Jeffrey W. Fredericksburg, VA
All Good Charters
All Good Charters
Fishing charter in Fort Lauderdale
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(236 reviews)
Fun trip! Its been over 10 years since going sea fishing for us. We had non stop action on multiple rods! Captain had us going non stop and we were catching more than we could reel in. Will definitely be back on the next trip to Florida. Great atmosphere and loved getting dropped off at the restaurant next to the dock to have our fresh catch grilled up!
Roy  M.
Roy M. Mount Pleasant, TX
Florida Adventure Outfitters
Florida Adventure Outfitters
Fishing charter in Fort Lauderdale
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(74 reviews)
Had a great afternoon trip with captain Mike on his boat. We booked a 4 hour tour just hoping to catch any fish at all and ended up with 10 fish for the day. Lots of big catches and cool experiences. Captain Mike has a large amount of equipment and knowledge about the area, explaining everything he was doing and why. We had a great time on a bachelor party weekend and even got to cook our find and eat it later in the day. We will definitely be booking with captain Mike in the future.
Mark  V.
Mark V. Bloomsbury, NJ
Wicked Cuda Sport Fishing
Wicked Cuda Sport Fishing
Fishing charter in Fort Lauderdale
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(6 reviews)
Thanks for a great day, especially the last couple hours where it was hard to catch our breath. Captain Taylor did a great job continuing to try new places as the first half of the day didn't produce much success. They don't call it catching, right? By the end of the day, we had several mahis, a grouper, many snapper and a shark shortened Amberjack. Perseverance paid off! Thanks Captain Taylor. I would definitely recommend and book again when in the area.
Stephen  G.
Stephen G. Lancaster, NY
Captain Andy โ€“ Party Boat Fishing
Captain Andy โ€“ Party Boat Fishing
Fishing charter in Fort Lauderdale
Excellent
4.7 / 5
(787 reviews)
We were on this trip for a bachelor party and it was a great time. Captain and crew were awesome and the captain gave us great information about the surrounding areas as well as putting us on the fish.
Garet  K.
Garet K. Butte Valley, CA
Reel Floridian Fishing โ€“ Fll
Reel Floridian Fishing โ€“ Fll
Fishing charter in Fort Lauderdale
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(89 reviews)
We had a great fishing trip with Captain Eryk. He was very knowledgeable and skilled in his ability to find the best spots and using the best lure and techniques. The waters were super choppy that day but he still managed to help us catch more fish than we could eat that night. Would highly recommend Reel Floridian!
Sam  P.
Sam P. Oneida, Tennessee
Marlin My Darlin Sportfishing
Marlin My Darlin Sportfishing
Fishing charter in Fort Lauderdale
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(445 reviews)
Joey and Kenny were great guides and did all they could to get us fish on the line. I will be booking another trip with them next year.
Shane  Y.
Shane Y. Pompano Beach, Florida
Reel Floridian Fishing โ€“ Fll
Reel Floridian Fishing โ€“ Fll
Fishing charter in Fort Lauderdale
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(89 reviews)
Left from Pompano. Parking is easy and cheap. There's restrooms by the boat ramps. Eryk taught the boys a lot and they had so much fun!!
Brooke  M.
Brooke M. San Antonio, TX
Wicked Cuda Sport Fishing
Wicked Cuda Sport Fishing
Fishing charter in Fort Lauderdale
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(6 reviews)
We had a great time with Captain Taylor. Very professional and got us on some quality fish.
John  S.
John S. Virginia Beach, VA
Flat Bottom Fishing Charters
Flat Bottom Fishing Charters
Fishing charter in Fort Lauderdale
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(18 reviews)
Captain Dennis created an amazing atmosphere, and was very knowledgeable. Had a mixed gang of beginners to very experienced anglers and he was able to help everyone on different skill levels at the same time. Definitely gonna book flat bottom again in the future.
Sagi  F.
Sagi F. Narberth, PA
Marlin My Darlin Sportfishing
Marlin My Darlin Sportfishing
Fishing charter in Fort Lauderdale
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(445 reviews)
Captain Matt and deckhand Shawn were awesome to make it a good day. The fish made them work for it, and we came up with some nice ones! The boat is nice and comfortable. Crew was kind and accommodating.
John  E.
John E. Soda Springs, ID
Marlin My Darlin Sportfishing
Marlin My Darlin Sportfishing
Fishing charter in Fort Lauderdale
Excellent
4.7 / 5
(445 reviews)
Cap't Joey and First Mate Kenny were great. They knew where to catch fish and and helped to make it a great day!
Ed  P.
Ed P.
YB Normal
YB Normal
Fishing charter in Fort Lauderdale
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(304 reviews)
These guys worked hard and put us on some good fish. They explained their process and made sure we understood. Highly recommend and plan on booking with Captain Vinnie again
Jason  C.
Jason C. Cedartown, GA
South Florida Sportfishing
South Florida Sportfishing
Fishing charter in Fort Lauderdale
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(158 reviews)
It was an awesome day. We caught two trophy fish. One for the table; one for the wall. Perfect. My desire family had a great time. We will do it again.
Robert  H.
Robert H. Tampa, Florida
Wicked Cuda Sport Fishing
Wicked Cuda Sport Fishing
Fishing charter in Fort Lauderdale
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(6 reviews)
Took a morning trip with Captain Taylor. Even with poor water conditions, he still offered to take us out and was able to put us on a 30lb Mahi among other fish. Had a great time and recommend this charter to anyone in the area.
Mitchell  W.
Mitchell W. Ann Arbor, MI
Reelit Charters
Reelit Charters
Fishing charter in Fort Lauderdale
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(100 reviews)
Captain n mate were both eager to get us fish ,stormy day and kept us fishing as they maneuvered us away from storms
Edward  T.
Edward T. N Litchfield, SC
All Good Charters
All Good Charters
Fishing charter in Fort Lauderdale
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(236 reviews)
I took this charter with my 2 children, 12 and 10. Weather was not great but Matthew made the day the best it could be. Kids had a great time. Matthew was patient, helpful and knowledgeable.
Laura  B.
Laura B. North Charleston, South Carolina
Fishing With Jake โ€“ Land-Based Peacock Bass
Fishing With Jake โ€“ Land-Based Peacock Bass
Fishing charter in Fort Lauderdale
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(2 reviews)
My buddy and I went out w Zach and absolutely destroyed some peacock bass. Zach is very knowledgeable when it comes to catching fish on foot in the Fort Lauderdale area. We will definitely be back and highly recommend anyone to book this trip.
Justin  M.
Justin M. Fort Lauderdale, Florida

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