Fishing charters in Sanders Beach, FL

Whether you are planning an inshore fishing trip or a reef fishing, you’ll easily find a fishing charter in Sanders Beach.

Depending on the season, you can catch Red Snapper, King Mackerel, Amberjack, Cobia, and many more.

Inshore fishing charters in Sanders Beach

If you’re wondering where to cast a line near Sanders Beach to make the most of the inshore fishing, you’ll find there’s something to suit all tastes and budgets. Bays, inlets, and shallow flats provide excellent fishing opportunities for an experience of a lifetime.

There are a lot of options for your next fishing trip near Sanders Beach. These waters a home to Cobia, Redfish, Spanish Mackerel, Gag Grouper, and many more.

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

Inshore fishing trip prices

$436 is the average price for a 4-hour inshore fishing trip and 2 people. An extra person fee is $50. Fishing charters can accommodate 2-6 anglers depending on the size of the craft.

The most affordable rates start at $200 for a 2-hour inshore fishing trip near Sanders Beach.

You can find 41 fishing charters in Sanders Beach and nearby cities. It’s easy to find your next fishing adventure in Sanders Beach.

Best time for inshore fishing

September, August and July are the best months for inshore fishing near Sanders Beach.

Popular inshore fish species

• Cobia
• Redfish
• Spanish Mackerel
• Gag Grouper
• Mangrove Snapper

Popular inshore fishing charters

• Buck Wild Inshore Fishing Charters from $600.00
• Doubled Up Fishing Charters from $575.00
• Reel Way Fishing Charters from $600.00
• Captain John Fishing Charters from $600.00
• Reel In Fun Charters from $600.00

Offshore fishing charters in Sanders Beach

Sanders Beach offshore fishing charters have quick access to the open waters, allowing anglers to get a taste of the fishing action on a short trip.

There are a lot of options for your next fishing trip near Sanders Beach. These waters a home to Red Snapper, King Mackerel, Amberjack, Cobia, 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

On average, the base price for a private 4-hour offshore fishing charter is $682 for 2 anglers. Add $50 for an each additional person. Captains can take 4-6 persons depending on the length of the craft.

The most affordable 4-hour offshore fishing trip in Sanders Beach costs $350 for 2 anglers.

There are about 29 fishing guides in Sanders Beach and nearby cities. It’s easy to book your next fishing retreat in Sanders Beach.

Keep in mind that it takes time to get to the best offshore fishing spots. It’s better to take a 6-hour offshore fishing trip if you want more fishing action.

The average tips are 15-20% of the total fishing charter price.

Best time for offshore fishing

September, August and July will be your next best months for offshore fishing in Sanders Beach.

Popular offshore fish species

• Red Snapper
• King Mackerel
• Amberjack
• Cobia
• Mahi Mahi

Popular offshore fishing charters

• Reel Irie Fishing Charters from $650.00
• Doubled Up Fishing Charters from $575.00
• Captain John Fishing Charters from $900.00

Family-friendly fishing charters in Sanders Beach

Getting kids on the water for a family-friendly fishing trip is a great way to spend your time in Sanders Beach. This trip is more than just fishing; it offers education and fun for kids.

Your party will enjoy fun fishing in waters like creeks, flats, and small bays. Because of the shallower depths, the calm inland waters are great for family fishing.

Family-friendly fishing trip prices

Take a short half-day inshore fishing trip. This trip is ideal for families. Your kids will learn about species of fish and won’t get tired.

On average, the base price for a private 4-hour family-friendly fishing charter is $436 for 2 anglers. Add $50 for each additional guest. Fishing charters can accommodate 2-6 anglers depending on the size of the craft.

Popular family-friendly fishing charters

Shark fishing charters in Sanders Beach

Sanders Beach is one of the best destinations for shark fishing because a wide variety of sharks are found in local waters. Sanders Beach shark fishing charters provide safe and fun adventures for anglers looking to try their hands at shark fishing.

Sanders Beach shark fishing charters will do whatever it takes to reel in Blacktip Shark, Bull Shark, Shortfin Mako Shark, Nurse Shark, and many more.

Note: you can keep certain Florida shark species, but most sharks are off-limits for harvesting. These sharks have to be released. Fishing charter Captains will help you with shark identification.

Sharks are known to inhabit shallows, reefs, shipwrecks, sandy bottoms, and even deep sea waters. Depending on the size, sharks could be found from the shallow grounds to the offshore waters.

Using dead bait is the most consistent way to catch sharks. Ladyfish, Bonita, Mullet, and Blue Runner are the go-to bait for shark fishing. Usually, fishing charter Captains prepare the bait depending on the season and targeted shark species.

Shark fishing trip prices

On average, the price for a 4-hour shark fishing trip is $522 for 2 guests. Add $50 for each additional person. Captains can accommodate 4-6 persons depending on the capacity of the vessel.

You can find more than 13 fishing charters in Sanders Beach and nearby cities. You will have a variety of choices for your next fishing getaway.

Best time for shark fishing in Sanders Beach

You can target sharks all year round. March through October are the best months for shark fishing in Sanders Beach.

Popular shark species

• Blacktip Shark
• Bull Shark
• Shortfin Mako Shark
• Nurse Shark
• Porbeagle Shark

Popular shark fishing charters

Tarpon fishing charters in Sanders Beach

Tarpon fishing is the most exciting fishing trip you can have in Sanders Beach. Local fishing guides can help you to target Tarpon. They will show you all the spots, techniques, and provide you with the best bait.

Tarpon can be found in inshore waters, sallows, and bays. Crabs, pinfish, and mullet would be the ideal bait.

Note: Tarpon is exclusively a catch-and-release fishery. You are not allowed to lift Tarpon out of the water if its length is greater than 40 inches. So be careful with your trophy, take a few photos, and let it go.

Tarpon fishing rates

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

We found 15 fishing companies specialized in Tarpon fishing in Sanders Beach and nearby cities.

Best time for Tarpon fishing in Sanders Beach

Tarpon season starts in late spring and lasts until the end of summer. September, August, and July are the ideal months.

Popular Tarpon fishing charters

FAQ

What is included in the price?

Most trips are all-inclusive. Captains provide everything you need for a fishing trip: tackle, rods, reels, bait, and a cooler with ice. Usually, Captains clean anything that you catch.

A Saltwater fishing license is included in the price. It covers all the anglers on the boat.

An offshore fishing charter has to have a federal permit 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 Sanders Beach?

Popular meeting points near Sanders Beach are:

• Gulf Breeze Shoreline Park Boat Ramp, 800 Shoreline Drive — 18 mins from Sanders Beach
• Pensacola Beach Marina, 655 Pensacola Beach Boulevard — 18 mins from Sanders Beach
• Southwind Marina, 10121 Sinton Drive — 19 mins from Sanders Beach