The 12 Best Fishing Trips in Fort Lauderdale

1.Drift Fishing Trip off the Coast of Fort Lauderdale

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 644 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $85Our pick

Spend four hours bottom fishing about a mile off Fort Lauderdale with rods, tackle, bait, licenses, coolers, and ice provided. The crew helps with rigging and bait, then cleans your catch at no extra charge. Choose morning, afternoon, or evening departure. Captains and mates such as Mike, John, Josh, Christina, Brian, Will, and Jack have earned high marks for patient, hands-on help.

“Christina, Josh and the Captain were fantastic. While we didn’t have much luck with catching the fish, they kept us entertained with others’ fish and teaching us about puffer fish, squirrel fish (poisonous fish) and so much more.”

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2.Half-Day Fishing Trip in Fort Lauderdale

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 607 reviews · from $73Best value

Spend four hours fishing off South Florida with a captain and mate who provide rods, bait, tackle, licenses, ice, and hands-on help. You can choose a morning or afternoon departure from Hollywood, fish for snapper, grouper, trigger fish, grunts, or amberjack, and return to the same meeting point. The boat accommodates up to 60 people, so expect a shared charter rather than a private outing.

“Everyone on the boat was sea sick. We did not even fish . Guy hurt himself on the boat.blood everywhere and it seems no one cared. The only people catching fish were the guys working in the boat. Arguments at the end of the trip with cursing from both sides. A few guests were really drunk. Just not a good experience.”

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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.Shared Sportfishing Trip from Fort Lauderdale

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 340 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $214Top rated

Meet at 301 Seabreeze Blvd near Fort Lauderdale’s Las Olas area for a four-hour shared fishing trip capped at six people. The crew supplies rods, bait, tackle, ice, and licenses. You might target sailfish, mahi-mahi, tuna, wahoo, sharks, snapper, or amberjack, and your catch can be cleaned for you.

“First mate Jack and Captain Jack were amazing. We had fun and felt that we were in good hands. We caught some fish that we were able to take to a nearby restaurant to have cooked for us! That was cool.”

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5.Fort Lauderdale: 4-Hour Deep Sea Drift Fishing Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 297 reviews · 4 hours · from $85

Fish about a mile off Fort Lauderdale aboard an 85-foot air-conditioned boat. You can choose a morning, afternoon, or evening trip, with rods, bait, tackle, licenses, ice, and crew help included. Expect reef and wreck fishing for snapper, grouper, kingfish, porgies, jacks, and other bottom fish, with lighter rigs available for children.

“Captain Stu, Josh and Jack were absolutely the best with the tour and helping us! Great 4 hour tour! Lots of fun and camaraderie aboard. Looking forward to doing it again!”

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6.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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7.Shared BIG GAME Sportfishing Up To Six People

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 142 reviews · from $250

Join a shared four-hour sportfishing trip from Hollywood, near Fort Lauderdale, with up to six people aboard. The crew uses trolling, live bait, and wreck fishing to seek tuna, wahoo, kingfish, sailfish, cobia, sharks, and other offshore species. Adam, Nick, and Dan have been praised for making first-time fishing trips memorable, but the shared format means the group sets the pace.

“8 and a half foot lemon shark! Nothing additional needs to be said! Adam and Nick were absolutely the best and made it a very memorable 1st time ocean fishing for my 12 year old son! Spoiled for life now!”

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8.Fort Lauderdale: 4-Hour Sport Fishing Shared Charter

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 45 reviews · 4 hours · from $212

Fish 1 to 3 miles off Fort Lauderdale on a 48-foot Ray Davis custom Sportfish Boat. With no more than six people, you can troll reefs, fish around shipwrecks, and use live bait along the Gulf Stream edge. Captain and mate provide rods, tackle, bait, licenses, coolers, and ice. Bring food, drinks, sunscreen, a hat, and sunglasses.

“Mein Mann und meine Tochter waren Hochseeangeln und es war eine sehr nette Erfahrung. Auch wenn sie keine großen, sondern nur kleinere Fische gefangen haben, hatten sie viel Spaß. Der Captain war sehr gut, freundlich und hat alles Wichtige erklärt. Die kleine Gruppe mit nur 6 Personen war optimal. Insgesamt ein schönes Erlebnis, das wir gerne weiterempfehlen. Es war insgesamt teuerer als andere Anbieter. In South Beach hätte eine ähnliche Tour die Hälfte gekostet. Unser Concierge vom Hotel war erstaunt über den hohen Preis! My husband and my daughter went deep-sea fishing and it was a very nice experience. Even though they didn’t catch any big fish, only smaller ones,…”

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9.Full Day Private Fishing Trip (8 Hour)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 43 reviews

Spend eight hours aboard Lady Pamela II Sportfishing from Hollywood, Florida, with a captain and mate who handle bait, tackle, licenses, and fish cleaning. The longer trip allows changing tactics and fishing areas, with an air-conditioned lunch break while lines remain in the water. Crews have included Captain Adam, Captain Jen, Jimmy, Hunter, and others.

“Our favourite part of the charter was how friendly Captain Mike and First Mate Kyle were. They put us on some big fish and were phenomenal in their communication in regards to what needed to be done and how it was to be performed. We will most definitely be back!”

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10.Deep sea fishing charters in Fort Lauderdale aboard 52′ Hatteras

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 39 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

You’ll fish the Atlantic from a private 52-foot Hatteras with Top Shot Sportfishing Charters. Captain Dave, Captain Tom, and first mate Kyle may target mahi mahi, tuna, sailfish, sharks, grouper, and more using kite, wreck, bottom, and trolling methods. The four-hour trip includes tackle, a fishing license, and filleting of edible catch.

“WOW!!! We had an absolutely amazing day. Capt. Dave was very professional and extremely knowledgeable of the fishing and the area to find the best catch. Second hand Kyle was extremely hard working and helped us the entire trip to catch our fish 🐟 and even cleaned and packaged our fish so we could just go back and cook it. My husband and I were celebrating our 33rd anniversary, and we will always remember it. On a side note 📝 Kyle was absolutely the funniest guy around, and we really enjoyed him. KUDO 👏 #FishingAdventure #AnniversaryCelebration #AmazingCrew #GreatCatch #FunTimes”

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11.4-Hour Shared Big Game Deep Sea Fishing Charter in Fort Lauderdale

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 36 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Join New Lattitude Sportfishing for a four-hour Fort Lauderdale charter limited to six people. Your captain and mate provide rods, bait, tackle, licenses, ice, and fish cleaning while you troll, use live bait, and possibly fish a wreck. Past crews have included Captain Will, Ryan, Dave, Logan, Chris, and Paulie.

“Friendly crew and extra bonus that they helped us to file the fish and recommended an nearby restaurant where we could cook and eat it.”

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12.Inshore Sport Fishing with Local Guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 35 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Captain Zach takes up to three people on an 18-foot Maverick HPX through Fort Lauderdale’s canals, rivers, mangrove creeks, bridges, and flats. He supplies tackle, licenses, fuel, water, and fishing help. Choose light tackle, fly fishing, or beginner-friendly instruction while targeting tarpon, snook, barracuda, sharks, and jack crevalle.

“Zach the captain was absolutely the best. He new exactly where to go to catch the big tarpon fish. We made many memories that we will remember for a long time.”

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