Where to Book a Fishing Charter: the 15 Best Worldwide

1.Key West Half-Day Fishing Charter

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 408 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $95Our pick

Head from Key West’s Front Street to the reef aboard the 64-foot FishMonster Max. The five-hour trip includes fishing licenses, bait, tackle, crew help, and free fish cleaning. Chase, Donte, Dave, and the deck team are praised for helping beginners. Buy drinks aboard, bring a small cooler, and arrive 30 minutes early.

“These racist people insulted me, and pulled away from the dock while I was calling to them not to leave me. They did not care that I was right there and had paid like everyone else. They pulled away from the dock while I was telling them I was signed up for the fishing trip. They obviously did not want black people on their boat. Then, the agent insulted me. This was a horrible experience!!’ No one should ever use this service.”

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2.Private Fishing Charter in Ketchikan

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 367 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $900Top rated

Spend about five hours on a private Ketchikan boat with guides such as Joey or Alex, fishing for salmon and halibut among protected islands. Gear, snacks, bottled water, and soda are included. Meet at your cruise berth, bring a fishing license and king salmon stamp, and expect real weather, changing tides, and no guaranteed catch.

“We did this as part of an Alaskan Cruise…and let me tell you, it was THE HIGHLIGHT of our trip! We caught so many salmon and were able to be completely hands on with the fishing (I’ve done trips where they don’t let you even reel in the fish all the way yourself). It was my boyfriend’s second time fishing ever, and he is now hooked! Memory of a lifetime with the perfect guide, perfect scenery, and perfect fishing!!!”

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3.4-Hour Day or Night-Time Reef Bottom Fishing Charter in Fort Lauderdale

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 365 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Board an air-conditioned boat at 301 Seabreeze Boulevard for four hours of reef fishing off Fort Lauderdale. The captain and mates provide bait, tackle, licenses, ice, and hands-on help. Fish for snapper, grouper, porgies, jacks, and kingfish, then have your catch cleaned at the dock.

“The ocean was ruff, we were advised and the crew Ace and Chelsea ( her first day) were very attentive and constantly helping any way they could. Fishing was OK what we did catch and kept was delicious. Ace was from Jamaica served in our US Navy and is a first class guy. Very knowledgeable. I would do this again with better sea conditions.”

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4.Ketchikan salmon and halibut fishing charter

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 363 reviews · 4 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $700

Fish Ketchikan waters for salmon and halibut aboard a private boat with an Alaska King Charter captain. Your captain supplies rods, reels, tackle, bait, drinks, and fishing instruction. The trip lasts about four to six hours, begins near the cruise docks, and may include eagle, whale, shark, and rockfish sightings.

“We had a great time fishing with Reggie! It was late in the season, so we were warned well in advance of our trip we might not catch much of anything. We decided to go out anyway, and we are glad we did! We hooked a few halibut, dog sharks, and rockfish in 4 hours. Reggie was a great guide for our trip and helped us learn about the area he calls home. We definitely recommend this experience!”

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5.Light Tackle Tarpon & Snook Fishing Charter

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 350 reviews

Fish San Juan’s Laguna San José and Laguna Torrecilla from a private boat with Captain Clery’s team. Choose light tackle or fly fishing, use supplied rods, reels, bait, and terminal tackle, and target tarpon from 20 to 150 pounds, plus snook and jacks. The marina is 3 to 5 miles from Isla Verde, Condado, and Old San Juan.

“Miguel gave us a great experience despite not catching fish. We still had a good time and would absolutely go again! We took advantage of his knowledge about fishing on and around the island.”

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6.Out n About Sportfishing for Share and Private Charters on Reef and Estuary

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 203 reviews · from $154

Fish from Port Douglas with a maximum of six people per boat, choosing reef or estuary water as conditions allow. Rods, reels, bait, water, soda, sunscreen, and insect repellent are supplied. Skippers including Malcolm, Sean, Rossco, and Paul are praised for hands-on help with beginners and families.

“The fishing trip was awesome. We were lucky enough to have great weather. It took about 25 min to get out onto the reef and started catching fish straight away. Highly recommend Out n About”

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7.Blue Heron Drift Fishing Family Friendly Charter

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 202 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $80Best value

Blue Heron Fishing takes you from Jupiter into nearby Atlantic waters for a four-hour drift-fishing trip. Rods, reels, bait, tackle, and a fishing license are included. Crew members such as Ed, John, Solomon, and Captain Wally have earned praise for helping beginners, resetting drifts, and keeping lines clear. Choose a morning or afternoon departure.

“We had a good time, caught a few fish , staff was great Encountered a school of about 5 sharks that took alit of the fish but was so much fun”

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8.Miami Big Game Deep Sea Fishing Charter

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 198 reviews · 5 hours (approx.)

Join Captain Mark the Shark and crew for a private four-to-six-hour fishing charter off South Florida. You can bring food and drinks, use supplied ice, and have caught fish cleaned and prepared. The boat can accommodate up to eight or nine people, with underwater cameras adding a close view of the action.

“Mark the shark was terrible guide. We have been on a lot of fishing tours. This was worst by far. Would not recommend to anyone.”

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9.Private Sportfishing Charter For Up To 6 People

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 180 reviews

Head from Hollywood Marina on a private four-hour charter for up to six people. The captain and mate provide bait, tackle, licenses, ice, coolers, and fish cleaning while helping you target sharks that can weigh up to 1,000 pounds. Bring your own food and drinks, and expect a family-friendly trip with possible mahi-mahi, tuna, or sailfish.

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10.World Class Fishing Charter Trip in Tenerife

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 110 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $114

Captain Gavin takes up to six people from Costa Adeje on a four-hour fishing trip aboard a 25-foot sportfishing boat. With 25 years of local experience, he teaches beginners and helps experienced anglers target tuna, marlin, amberjack, barracuda, and other species using live bait, outriggers, downriggers, and a fighting chair.

“4 hours without drinking although in the description said drinking and snacks included. An unmotivated overwhelmed guide. I wanted to make my partner passionate fishermen happy. Just disappointing.Auto-translated”

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11.Fishing Charters – Fort Myers Beach / Naples

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 104 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $275

Fish from Lovers Key with Captain Mike of BeeLine Fishing Charters. Your private group can choose back-bay fishing for snook, redfish, and trout, or head offshore for snapper, grouper, shark, and mackerel. Trips last about four to six hours, and the crew cleans your catch afterward.

“Captain Mike was awesome. He gave me an amazing experience fishing inland and outland catching various species of fish. Ended the trip with a whomper of a Grouper at 21 inches and Capt Mike was super chill, easy going and always made sure I was catching fish and making the experience a great time. Baiting the hook, using live bait and always answering any questions and keeping things running smooth. Super nice boat, good gear and just overall a top notch experience. I would highly recommend this guide to anyone looking for a great day fishing.”

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12.Private fishing charter Bertram 31ft 6 pax max if you don’t fish you don’t pay

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 100 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

Fish privately from a 31-foot Bertram boat with up to six people, crew, rods, bait, ice, sodas, and water included. Choose two hours of lagoon fishing or 4, 6, or 8 hours in the Caribbean, where catches may include barracuda, tuna, dorado, wahoo, sailfish, marlin, shark, and more. Crew members such as Captain Willie, Antonio, and Jesus have earned praise for their hard work.

“The crew did not talk to us much on the boat and we didn't know much of what was going on since it was our first time deep sea fishing. Most of us did get seasick (which I know they have no control over) and the crew was kind for handing us water when needed. At the end we asked to take our some of the fish we caught with us, we got an uncomfortable look like they did not want to give us the fish. When asked which ones would be good they suggested the red snapper and mahi mahi which were good. However the rest of the fish…”

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13.Santa Elena Fishing Charters in Punta Cana

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 98 reviews

Fish from a private boat with Captain Miguel and crew members Elena and Alex on a four-hour Punta Cana charter. Choose four hours of trolling offshore, or split the trip between deep-sea fishing and a lagoon stop where your catch may be grilled. Drinks are included, and the boat holds up to seven people.

“We had a fantastic experience on this friendly charter. Elena, was exceptional. She was very organized, had everything meticulously planned, and kept us updated on weather and pickup times through frequent communication. UnfortunatelRead more”

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14.Private Afternoon Fishing Charter in Aruba

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 97 reviews

Set out from Oranjestad’s Renaissance Marina on a private four-hour charter aboard the Carla, a tournament-rigged Bertram for up to four people. Captain Juan Carlos and mate Rudolph may target barracuda, kingfish, wahoo, tuna, mahi-mahi, or marlin, depending on sea conditions and season. Gear, bait, drinks, and an onboard restroom are included.

“The crew was great and the boat was well equipped and I needed to know were to get a cab and the captains actually help me get one”

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15.Ketchikan Salmon Fishing Charters

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 95 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $615

Fish from a private boat with Oasis Alaska Charters for King, Coho, Pink, or Chum salmon near Ketchikan. Captains such as Schuyler, Josh, TJ, and Danny provide instruction and local help. The four-hour trip includes gear, snacks, drinks, and a marine toilet. Shuttle service is available from select locations, while licenses, processing, and taxes cost extra.

“Best guided fishing excursion. The staff was attentive from booking through drop off back at the ship. The guide, Schuyler, was very knowledgeable and friendly. He made our fishing experience that much better. Highly recommend.”

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