Fishing charters in Hollywood, FL

Hollywood is an excellent fishing destination for those who want to experience backcountry, fly fishing, and deep sea fishing.

There are a plenty of options for your next fishing trip near Hollywood. Local waters a playground for Mahi Mahi, King Mackerel, Sailfish, Wahoo, and many more.

Inshore fishing charters in Hollywood

Hollywood is famous for its inshore fishing grounds. Anglers favorite Hollywood for its backcountry rivers, bays, and shallow flats.

There are a plenty of options for your next fishing trip near Hollywood. Local waters a playground for Mangrove Snapper, Cobia, Mutton Snapper, Tarpon, and many more.

Inshore fishing trips are very popular with families, couples, and small groups of friends.

Inshore fishing trip prices

On average, the base price for a private 4-hour inshore fishing charter is $465 for 2 anglers. An extra angler fee is $50. Fishing charters can accommodate 4-6 anglers depending on the size of the vessel.

$200 is the lowest price for a 2-hour inshore fishing trip in Hollywood found on our platform.

You can find more than 41 fishing companies in Hollywood and nearby cities. So you'll have plenty of options to find your next fishing break.

Best time for inshore fishing

May, October and June will be your next best months for inshore fishing in Hollywood.

Popular inshore fish species

• Mangrove Snapper
• Cobia
• Mutton Snapper
• Tarpon
• Yellowtail Snapper

Popular inshore fishing charters

• Captain Brian Charters from $450.00
• ReeLit Charters from $550.00
• Miami Inshore Fishing Charters from $600.00

Offshore fishing charters in Hollywood

If you’re looking for a offshore fishing adventures, you’ll find that there are some excellent fishing opportunities 15-50 miles offshore. Hollywood offshore fishing charters can take you there for a whole day.

You can reel_in Mahi Mahi, King Mackerel, Sailfish, Wahoo, and many more.

Offshore fishing trips are good for experienced anglers, groups for friends, and those who want to reel in a bigger catch. Be ready to travel into the federal waters miles off the coast.

Offshore fishing trip prices

$770 is the average base price for a private 4-hour offshore fishing charter and 2 anglers. An extra person fee is $50. Fishing charters can accommodate 4-6 anglers depending on the size of the vessel.

$595 is the lowest price for a 4-hour offshore fishing trip in Hollywood found on our platform.

There are about 29 fishing guides in Hollywood and nearby cities. You will have a lot of choices to book your next fishing retreat.

Tip: It takes some time to get to the offshore fishing spots. So it’s better to take a 6-hour or 8-hour offshore fishing trip for the best fishing experience.

Standard tips are 15-20% of the price you paid for your charter if the crew did a good job.

Best time for offshore fishing

May, October and June are the best months for offshore fishing near Hollywood.

Popular offshore fish species

• Mahi Mahi
• King Mackerel
• Sailfish
• Wahoo
• Barracuda

Popular offshore fishing charters

• Chasin Finz from $1000.00
• ReeLit Charters from $600.00
• Double D Charters from $750.00
• Blackbeard Fishing Charter from $500.00
• EJS Charters from $500.00

Family-friendly fishing charters in Hollywood

Hollywood family-friendly fishing charters will help you experience a memorable fishing trip with your family. Your children will learn the best fishing techniques and catch various types of fish.

You can fish in the inland waters during the fishing trip. When you’re fishing inshore, you’ll usually be within a few miles of the coast.

Family-friendly fishing trip prices

Select a 4-hour inshore fishing charter if you are planning a trip to Hollywood. It won’t be an exhausting trip, so your kids will learn more about fish species and fishing techniques.

$436 is the average price for a 4-hour family-friendly fishing trip and 2 guests. Add $50 for each additional guest. Fishing charters can accommodate 4-6 anglers depending on the size of the vessel.

Popular family-friendly fishing charters

Shark fishing charters in Hollywood

Hollywood is one of the best destinations for shark fishing because a wide variety of sharks are found in local waters. Hollywood shark fishing charters are experienced in targeting various species of sharks.

There are plenty of options for your next shark fishing trip near Hollywood. These waters are home to Bull Shark, Blacktip Shark, Thresher Shark, Shortfin Mako Shark, and many more.

Note: some shark species are considered prohibited in Florida and cannot be kept as a trophy. These sharks have to be released. But don't worry about shark identification. Your Captain will assist you.

Sharks prefer to live in shallow coastal waters, nearshore, and even deep sea waters. Young sharks reside in shallow waters, while deep waters are home to adult species.

Fresh bait is used for shark fishing. Mullet, Ladyfish, Bonita, and Blue Runner would be the ideal bait for shark fishing. Fishing charters prepare the bait depending on what shark species you want to catch.

Shark fishing trip prices

$522 is the average price for a 4-hour shark fishing trip and 2 guests. An extra guest fee is $50. Captains can take 4-6 persons depending on the length of the craft.

You can find 13 fishing charters in Hollywood and nearby cities. So you'll have a lot of options to book your next fishing trip.

Best time for shark fishing in Hollywood

Sharks are active all year round. March through October is the best time for shark fishing in Hollywood.

Popular shark species

• Bull Shark
• Blacktip Shark
• Thresher Shark
• Shortfin Mako Shark
• Nurse Shark

Popular shark fishing charters

Tarpon fishing charters in Hollywood

Tarpon is a game fish that attracts anglers from all over the world. Local fishing charters specialize in Tarpon fishing. They will show you all the productive spots and efficient methods.

Tarpon occur in shallow waters, passes, inlets, channels, bays, and river mouths. Pinfish, mullet, and crabs are the go-to bait for Tarpon fishing.

Note: The best practice is never to bring your catch in the boat because Tarpon is a catch-and-release-only fishery. If you catch a Tarpon over 40 inches, avoid removing it from the water. So be very careful with your trophy, take a quick photo, and release your catch.

Tarpon fishing rates

$580 is the average price for a 6-hour Tarpon fishing trip and 2 guests. An extra person fee is $50.

In Hollywood and nearby cities, there are around 15 fishing guides specialized in Tarpon fishing.

Best time for Tarpon fishing in Hollywood

Tarpon season starts in late spring and lasts until the end of summer. The peak months for Tarpon fishing are June, May, and April.

Popular Tarpon fishing charters

FAQ

What is included in the price?

Most trips are all-inclusive. You will have everything you need for a fishing trip: rods, reels, tackle, lures, and cooler with ice. Usually, catch cleaning is free of charge.

Captains provide a saltwater fishing license. It covers all the anglers on the boat.

A Fishing charter has to have a federal permit if you are planning to fish in the federal waters.

What to bring on a fishing charter trip?

Depending on the weather, Captains recommend bringing sunscreen, polarized sunglasses, long sleeve shirt, hat, windbreaker, waterproof jacket, waterproof pans, appropriate non-skid footwear, gloves, your medicines, bug bite cream, sanitizer, drinks, and snacks.

Bring your freshwater license if you are planning to fish in the freshwater.

Some Captains don’t recommend bringing spray sunscreen, liquor, weapons, fireworks, and inappropriate footwear.

How to book a fishing charter trip?

You can book a trip with a 10-20% deposit.

The remaining balance has to be paid directly to the Captain on the day of your trip or upon arrival.

The deposit could be refunded if you cancel the trip before the cancellation deadline. It's usually within 2-14 days of your trip date. Keep in mind that some of the bookings could be non-refundable.

What are the closest boat ramps and marinas to Hollywood?

Popular meeting points near Hollywood are:

• 1014 N Ocean Dr — 14 mins from Hollywood
• Cox's Landing 15th Street Boat Ramp, 1784 SE 15TH Street — 20 mins from Hollywood
• Keystone Point Marina, 1950 NE 135th Street — 29 mins from Hollywood