The 5 Best Miami Fishing Trips

1.Miami Half Day Deep Sea Fishing Trip from Bayside Marketplace

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 223 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $80Our pick

You’ll spend about four hours aboard a shared fishing boat from Bayside Marketplace, with rods, reels, tackle, and a fishing license included. Captains and mates such as Steve, Maria, Ruby, and Eric teach beginners, bait hooks, untangle lines, and clean your catch. Live bait costs extra, and conditions can be rough.

“I like all the Miami tours except this one. The day we set sailed had a terrible sea condition but we were informed it should be only 2-3 feet tall waves and still departed. I know canceling a scheduled trip may disappoint many people but would be a better option not to get us such a bad experience. I am not a easily seasick person and never puke before but this time most of the passengers got really sick. Captain changed 4 fishing spots and no one get even a bite. When we found no fish in the 1st spot I was already thinking when can we return. I would…”

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2.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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3.Biscayne Bay Inshore Flats Fishing

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 46 reviews Top rated

Join Miami Bonefishing for a private four-hour charter in Biscayne Bay, departing from Homestead or Key Biscayne. You’ll fish calm, shallow flats for bonefish, trout, snapper, grouper, shark, and other species, using fly or spinning gear supplied by your guide. Bring lunch and drinks, since food is not included.

“This was the best fishing trip I have ever experienced. I have fished all over the world and by far this was the best and we'll run trip.”

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4.Peacock Bass Fishing Trips Near Miami Florida

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 30 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Fish private lakes near Miami with captains such as Rick, Robert Miley, Hernandez, or Kirk Osborn. This four-hour trip targets peacock bass, largemouth bass, clown knife fish, snook, and tarpon, with gear, water, ice, and safety equipment included. Choose morning or afternoon, and expect iguanas, birds, and a short ride from the airport.

“Such a wonderful and fun experience! We caught 5 different species of fish during our tour! Captain Hernandez was awesome, shared great knowledge and kept us laughing the whole time! Highly recommended this experience, you won’t be disappointed!”

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5.Peacock Bass Fishing Trips Near Miami Florida

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 4 reviews · 4 hours

Leave South Beach for a private four-hour fishing trip on three Miami lakes. A licensed English-speaking captain supplies rods, reels, safety gear, ice, and water, then helps you cast for peacock bass, clown knife fish, largemouth bass, snook, or tarpon. Iguana sightings add a local touch. Pickup details should be confirmed.

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