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Sarasota Fishing Charters

13 charter captains and guides fishing from Sarasota, Siesta Key, Osprey, Nokomis and Venice, listed A to Z with their boats, trip types and published prices. Call the captain directly – we never take a commission.

13 captains and guides9 publish prices$625 typical half day
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Sarasota fishing charters and guides, A to Z

Trip types, species and prices are shown as each operator publishes them. Ask the captain what fits your group, and confirm prices before you book.

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Bad Habit Sportfishing Charters

Fisherman's Wharf Marina, Slip 4, 509 Tamiami Trail North, Venice, FL 34285

Capt. Mike Patterson35 ft Sea HunterUp to 6 guests

OffshoreDeep sea

Targets: Grouper, Snapper, Amberjack, Tuna, Cobia, King mackerel, Wahoo, Swordfish

6 hours (20-30 miles), gratuity included $1,8008 Hours (30-50 miles), gratuity included $2,40010 Hours (50-70 miles), gratuity included $3,000+2 more on their site
(941) 306-9726Website

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CB's Saltwater Outfitters

Siesta Key

22 ft Bay Ranger, 22 ft Bayscout, 18 ft flats boat (varies by captain)Up to 4 guests

InshoreNearshoreOffshoreBayFlatsBackcountryReefFly fishing

Targets: Snook, Redfish, Speckled trout, Tarpon, Cobia, Pompano, Spanish mackerel, King mackerel

Inshore Sarasota Bay (4) Hours, 1-3 anglers $600Inshore Sarasota Bay (6) Hours, 1-3 anglers $800Gulf and Reef (up to 9 miles) (4) Hours $700+6 more on their site
(941) 349-4400Website

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Fish On Fire Charters

Centennial Park, 1059 N Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34236

Capt. Marc LaurinUp to 4 guests

InshoreNearshoreBayBackcountry

Targets: Snook, Redfish, Tarpon, Spanish mackerel, Mangrove snapper, Pompano, Sheepshead, Flounder

4 Hour Charter 8AM (1-3 people) $5754 Hour Charter 1PM (1-3 people) $5756 hour Charter (1-3 people) $775+1 more on their site
(941) 405-0625Website

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Livin' Charters

101 Casey Key Road, Nokomis, FL 34275

Capt. Josh39 ft ContenderUp to 6 guests

Coast Guard license shown on their site checked October 2026

Offshore

Targets: Grouper, Snapper, Red snapper, Amberjack

3/4 Day Offshore Fishing (6 Hours) $2,0003/4 Day American Red Snapper Offshore Fishing (6 Hours) $2,300Full Day Offshore Fishing (8 Hours) $2,500+3 more on their site
(941) 298-3022Website

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Siesta Key Fishing Adventures

Siesta Key

Capt. Eric Clayton32 ft YellowfinUp to 6 guests

InshoreNearshoreOffshore

Targets: Grouper, Snapper, King mackerel, Amberjack, Cobia, Blackfin tuna, Mahi-mahi, Wahoo

Offshore 1/2 Day (4-hr) $650Offshore 3/4 Day (6-hr) $800Offshore Full Day (8-hr) $1,200+7 more on their site
(941) 993-6553Website

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Siesta Key Fishing Charters

946 Siesta Dr., Sarasota, FL 34242 (Bay Island Park)

Capt. MarkUp to 6 guests

Coast Guard license shown on their site checked October 2026

InshoreNearshoreOffshore

Targets: Snook, Redfish, Speckled trout, Snapper, Spanish mackerel, King mackerel, Gag grouper, Red grouper

In Shore Fishing 4 Hour Charter $600In Shore Fishing 6 Hour Charter $800In Shore Fishing 8 Hour Charter $925+6 more on their site
(941) 244-3474Website

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TNT Fishing Charters

Venice

Capt. Tom BailasUp to 4 guests

InshoreNearshoreOffshore

Targets: Grouper, Snapper, Red snapper, Amberjack, Cobia, King mackerel, Tarpon, Snook

Nearshore – Gulf of Mexico (up to 9 miles out) 4 Hours $700Offshore – Gulf of Mexico 4 Hours $800Offshore – Gulf of Mexico 6 Hours $1,000+5 more on their site
(941) 587-2028Website

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Venice Reef Charters

Venice

Capt. Phil Bloom26 ft Century; 25 ft CobiaUp to 6 guests

InshoreNearshoreOffshoreReef

Targets: Snook, Spanish mackerel, Pompano, Mangrove snapper, Bluefish, Grouper, King mackerel, Cobia

Intercoastal Trips (half day, up to 4) $550Near Shore Excursions (half day, up to 4) $675Offshore Ventures (half day, up to 4) $725+1 more on their site
(941) 303-7113Website

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Trip types

Deep sea, inshore or party boat in Sarasota?

How the 13 operators listed here split by the trips they run. Not sure which fits? Read inshore vs offshore fishing.

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Deep sea and offshore boats

Offshore and deep sea trips run past the beaches to reefs, wrecks, ledges and open water for bigger fish. Expect longer runs, more swell and longer trips – full days are common.

Usually after: Cobia, Amberjack, King mackerel, Grouper.

Typical private half day: $650 (5 boats publish one).

Deep sea fishing in Sarasota: all 12 boats →

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Inshore and bay guides

Inshore trips fish calm bays, flats, marsh and the passes close to land. Short runs, smaller boats and steady action make them the usual pick for kids and first-timers.

Usually after: Cobia, Snook, King mackerel, Redfish.

Typical private half day: $600 (5 boats publish one).

Inshore fishing charters in Sarasota: all 8 guides →

Sarasota is part of Florida Gulf Coast fishing charters: compare towns, prices and trips across the area.

Today on the water

Conditions in Sarasota right now

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NOAA Siesta Key, Big Sarasota Pass

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Live from NOAA tide station 8726034, NOAA station 8726384, the National Weather Service. Tide times are predictions. Sunrise and moon are calculated for Sarasota.

Full tide table and what is biting: Sarasota fishing report.

Prices

What a fishing charter costs in Sarasota

Calculated from the prices captains publish (private trips for the whole boat, not per person), checked October 2026. Most prices cover up to 4 to 6 anglers; tips, fuel surcharges and fish cleaning can be extra.

TripMedianRangeBoats
Private half day (about 4 hours)$625$550 – $7006
Private full day (about 8 hours)$1,400$925 – $2,5006

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Seasons

What is biting in Sarasota, month by month

The main months for each fish, so you can match your dates to what you want to catch.

SpeciesJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Tarpon
Snook
Redfish
Speckled trout
Sheepshead
Spanish mackerel
King mackerel
Mangrove snapper
Gag grouper

Shaded months are the main season or open season for each fish, from the state wildlife agency or local captains’ own published calendars. Seasons and limits change – check current rules before you go. Sources: cbsoutfitters.com, amicharters.com, islander.org.

Know before you go

Fishing in Sarasota: local notes

Bay Island Park at 946 Siesta Dr., Sarasota is used as the meeting/departure point by Siesta Key charters.

Source: fishsiestakey.com

Snook Alley in Venice is fished at night for snook; local operators run dedicated evening trips there.

Source: fishingchartersvenice.com

Reef fishing beyond 9 miles off this coast is in federal Gulf waters; charters fishing there carry a Federal Reef Permit and price 'up to 9 miles' trips separately.

Source: fishingchartersvenice.com

Venice nearshore reef trips run about 4-7 miles off the beach, with offshore trips at 10-20+ miles.

Source: venicereefcharters.com

Fisherman's Wharf Marina on Tamiami Trail North in Venice is a charter departure point for long-range offshore trips (20-130 miles).

Source: badhabitoffshore.com

Questions

Sarasota fishing charter questions

How many fishing charters are in Sarasota?

We list 13 charter captains and guides fishing from Sarasota, Siesta Key, Osprey, Nokomis and Venice, A to Z – not ranked.

How much is a fishing charter in Sarasota?

Among 6 boats that publish a private half-day price, the median is $625 (from $550 to $700), and the median full day is $1,400. Prices are for the whole boat, usually up to 4 to 6 anglers.

What fish can you catch in Sarasota?

The species Sarasota captains list most often are Cobia, Amberjack, King mackerel, Grouper, Snapper and Snook. In October, the season calendar above shows Redfish, King mackerel, Gag grouper in season.

Do I need a fishing license on a charter in Florida?

Anglers on a for-hire vessel (guide, charter or party boat) with a valid charter license are exempt from the saltwater license and snook/lobster permits. A Florida resident annual license is $17 and a nonresident annual license $47. Florida fishing license prices and rules.

Does Gone Fishing HQ take a commission?

No. You book with the captain directly by phone or on their own website, and they keep 100% of the trip price.

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