Fishing charters in St. Lucie Village, FL

St. Lucie Village fishing charters have easy access to backwater and deep sea fishing grounds.

Local fishing charters can help you reel in Snook, Mangrove Snapper, King Mackerel, Mahi Mahi, and many more.

Inshore fishing charters in St. Lucie Village

St. Lucie Village is popular with anglers, who come to explore the calm inshore waters. Bays, inlets, and shallow flats provide excellent fishing opportunities for an experience of a lifetime.

St. Lucie Village fishing charters will put you on Snook, Mangrove Snapper, Cobia, Redfish, and many more.

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

Inshore fishing trip prices

$465 is the average base price for a private 4-hour inshore fishing charter and 2 anglers. An extra angler fee is $50. Captains can accommodate 4-6 persons depending on the capacity of the vessel.

The most affordable rates start at $200 for a 2-hour inshore fishing trip near St. Lucie Village.

You can find about 41 fishing charters in St. Lucie Village and nearby cities. It’s easy to find your next fishing adventure in St. Lucie Village.

Best time for inshore fishing

November, October and April will be your next best months for inshore fishing in St. Lucie Village.

Popular inshore fish species

• Snook
• Mangrove Snapper
• Cobia
• Redfish
• Jack Crevalle

Popular inshore fishing charters

• St Lucie Flats Fishing from $450.00
• Captain Charlie's Fish Tales Charters from $450.00
• Brevard County Tours from $175.00
• Local Waters from $400.00
• Southern Thunder Charters from $500.00

Offshore fishing charters in St. Lucie Village

If you're looking for a unique offshore fishing experience, St. Lucie Village is the place to be. With world-class fishing charters available, you're sure to reel in a big catch.

St. Lucie Village fishing charters will help you to land King Mackerel, Mahi Mahi, Cobia, Sailfish, 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 price for a 4-hour offshore fishing trip and 2 people. An extra angler fee is $50. Captains can take 4-6 persons depending on the length of the craft.

The most affordable 4-hour offshore fishing trip in St. Lucie Village costs $595 for 2 anglers.

You can find more than 29 fishing companies in St. Lucie Village and nearby cities. You will have a lot of choices to book your next fishing retreat.

Tip: It’s better to take a 6-hour or 8-hour offshore fishing trip for the best fishing experience. Offshore fishing spots are away from the coast, so you will need some time to get there.

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

Best time for offshore fishing

November, October and April will be your next best months for offshore fishing in St. Lucie Village.

Popular offshore fish species

• King Mackerel
• Mahi Mahi
• Cobia
• Sailfish
• Jack Crevalle

Popular offshore fishing charters

• Savage Pursuit Fishing Charters from $1100.00
• Apex Predator Sportfishing from $1100.00
• DayMaker Charters from $850.00

Family-friendly fishing charters in St. Lucie Village

St. Lucie Village family-friendly fishing charters offer unique fishing options for novice anglers of all ages. The fishing charter Captain will teach you about different species of fish and show you various fishing techniques.

Inshore fishing takes place in calm waters like bays and creeks. If an unexpected weather change comes along with inshore fishing, getting to safety is generally minutes away.

Family-friendly fishing trip prices

A 4-hour fishing charter trip could be an ideal choice for a family with kids. This trip is ideal for families. Your kids will learn about species of fish and won’t get tired.

$436 is the average base price for a private 4-hour family-friendly fishing charter and 2 anglers. An extra person fee is $50. Fishing charters can accommodate up to 6 persons depending on the capacity of the boat.

Popular family-friendly fishing charters

Shark fishing charters in St. Lucie Village

Sharks are one of the most famous game fish in the waters of St. Lucie Village. Hiring a St. Lucie Village shark fishing charter is an excellent idea if you want to target famous ocean predators.

St. Lucie Village shark fishing charters can help you reel in Blacktip Shark, Bull Shark, Nurse Shark, Bonnethead Shark, and many more.

Note: not all shark species can be caught or landed in Florida. Some species are considered prohibited. These sharks have to be released. But don't worry about shark identification. Your Captain will assist you.

Sharks are known to inhabit shallows, reefs, shipwrecks, sandy bottoms, and even deep sea waters. Young sharks reside in shallow waters, while deep waters are home to adult species.

Sharks will eat almost any live bait. Live or dead bait may include Mullet, Ladyfish, Bonita, and Blue Runner. Usually, fishing charters prepare the bait before they take off on the water.

Shark fishing trip prices

On average, the price for a 4-hour shark fishing trip is $522 for 2 guests. Add $50 for an extra angler. Fishing charters can accommodate 4-6 anglers depending on the size of the vessel.

You can find about 13 fishing charters in St. Lucie Village and nearby cities. It’s easy to book your next fishing break in St. Lucie Village.

Best time for shark fishing in St. Lucie Village

Sharks are active all year round in St. Lucie Village, though they are more plentiful from March through October.

Popular shark species

• Blacktip Shark
• Bull Shark
• Nurse Shark
• Bonnethead Shark

Popular shark fishing charters

Tarpon fishing charters in St. Lucie Village

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

Tarpon live in bays, lagoons, and even rivers. Shrimp, pinfish, mullet, and crabs would be the ideal fishing bait.

Note: Tarpon fishing is catch-and-release-only. By law, Tarpon over 40 inches must remain in the water. So be very delicate with your catch and release it as quickly as possible.

Tarpon fishing rates

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

In St. Lucie Village and nearby cities, there are about 15 fishing companies specialized in Tarpon fishing.

Best time for Tarpon fishing in St. Lucie Village

Late spring and summer are the best seasons to catch Tarpon in St. Lucie Village. The peak months are September, August, and July.

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 the catch with no additional payments.

The trip price includes a saltwater fishing license. It covers all the people on the vessel.

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 make a reservation with a 10-30% deposit.

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

The majority of the fishing charter deposits are refundable if you can cancel 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 St. Lucie Village?

Fishing charters launch from marinas or public boat ramps. Popular meeting points near St. Lucie Village are:

• 601 Seaway Drive — 11 mins from St. Lucie Village
• Fisherman's Wharf & Boat Ramp, Indian River Drive and Seaway Drive — 9 mins from St. Lucie Village
• City Of Fort Pierce Marina, 1 Avenue A — 11 mins from St. Lucie Village