The 13 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.Miami Airport Lakes Peacock Bass Fishing Trip (1 to 4 ppl)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 24 reviews

Spend about four hours on Miami’s Airport Lakes with a licensed captain such as Richard or Robert, fishing for butterfly peacock bass from a 21-foot boat. Your group of up to four gets rods, tackle, safety gear, ice, a cooler, and bottled water. The route and instruction can be adjusted for beginners, families, and experienced anglers.

“We had an amazing and memorable fishing experience with friends and family! Our group caught the limit on halibut, plus some cod, and then fished for salmon, bringing in 15 to be processed and shipped home after our cruise to Miami. The bRead more”

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6.Private Charter Saltwater Fishing with Ocean Skeet Shooting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews

Spend four hours aboard a private 75-foot Hatteras yacht from Miami Beach, fishing with tournament-grade gear and trying ocean skeet shooting with biodegradable targets. Captain and two crew members handle the boat and equipment, while a safety instructor helps beginners. Shooting is for ages 18 and older. Up to six people are included.

“OMG - Best crew, best fishing trip in south Florida - hands down - you will like for sure. 👍 😃 🎣 🐠 🛥️ Lots and Lots of Fun.”

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7.Biscayne Bay Night Fishing Charters

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Spend about four hours night fishing Biscayne Bay with a private captain and up to three companions. Captain Richard and Captain Brett have guided successful trips for families and couples, with rods, tackle, safety gear, licenses, bottled water, and marina restroom access included. Expect Miami landmarks, possible snook, tarpon, barracuda, or mackerel, and no onboard restroom or shade.

“I booked 4hr Night fishing trip for my two sons (18 & 15) and me (much older!). We arrived in Biscayne Bay early on a beautiful Sunday night. Richard was a great captain; he was both competent and good-humored, and we all had a fantastic trip catching a good number of fish, including Snook, Jack Crevalle, and a couple of Tarpon! I'd happily recommend this trip to all, young and old!”

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8.Experience Spearfishing in Miami with a Guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $300

Meet your guide at 3801 Arthur Lamb Jr Rd for a private three-hour Miami water outing. After safety instruction and equipment fitting, swim from South Pointe Beach with a life vest, snorkel over fish, and learn breath control and spearfishing techniques. You may also see manatees, dolphins, tarpon, and other sea life.

“La pasamos bárbaro, él guía disfruto con nosotros, lo que nos hacía estar haciendo una actividad con un amigo, su paciencia para explicarnos, todo hizo que la pasáramos genial, llegar al mar por manglares en kayak, cortito, pero muy pintoresco, el lugar seguro y lleno de peces”

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9.Peacock Bass Fishing Trip near Miami South Beach

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Fish for peacock bass and largemouth bass on a private four-hour boat trip from Antonio Maceo Park, close to downtown Miami and the airport. Captain Robert Miley can help beginners learn the basics, while you explore canals near Blue Lagoon, Miami Beach, and South Beach. Gear, bait, ice, water, and safety equipment are included.

“The canals are beautiful and calm. We caught lots of fish, and saw many interesting animals & birds, including 2 pairs of wild Macaw parrots. Our guide was Robert Miley. He is very pleasant, knowledgeable, helpful and we caught a lot of fish. What else could you ask for?”

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10.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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11.Miami Inshore Fishing Charters on Biscayne Bay

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 4 to 8 hours (approx.)

Meet your captain at Pelican Harbor for a private four to eight hour Biscayne Bay fishing trip. Captains including Rick, Brian, and Kirk have taken families, first-time saltwater anglers, and peacock bass seekers out on a well-kept 24-foot boat. Gear, safety equipment, water, and licenses are included, while food, drinks, and shade are not.

“Went with a coworker to get some sun and water time. Captain was super, fun and knowledgeable of the Biscayne bay area and where the fish were located.”

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12.Miami Deep Sea Fishing Charters

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Set out from 401 Biscayne Boulevard on a private Miami fishing charter for up to six people. Your captain provides rods, safety gear, licenses, water, and shaded cover, then takes you through Government Cut toward productive offshore waters. Four-, six-, and eight-hour options are available, with Daniel and Brian among the captains named for this service.

“We had an excellent time fishing with Captain Brian yesterday!”

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13.Peacock Bass Fishing Trips Near Key Largo

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 4 to 8 hours (approx.)

Meet your private captain in southwest Miami, then fish the Aerojet Canal System near Homestead for peacock bass and other exotic species. Captains Rick, Robert Miley, and Bob guide trips lasting about 4 to 8 hours. A boat, fishing and safety gear, cooler, ice, and bottled water are included, but licenses and live bait cost extra.

“Captain Rick from bass online is the best Guide I have had the pleasure to fish with, I don’t know how many fish we caught.. We honestly didn’t plan to come back to Miami/the keys (just wasn’t for us) but after this trip I think we have planned to come back and book another trip or two with Captain Rick. We probably caught 50 fish or more.”

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