Fishing charters in Sun City Center, FL

This city is one of Florida’s most visited fisheries. It never fails to mesmerize with the species of fish, and a large number of Sun City Center fishing charters.

Sun City Center fishing charters target variety of fish including species like Mangrove Snapper, Snook, Redfish, Tarpon, and many more.

Inshore fishing charters in Sun City Center

Inshore fishing is one of Sun City Center's key attractions. From backcountry fishing to the night Snook fishing trips, there’s something for anglers of all tastes and all ages.

Depending on the season, you can catch Mangrove Snapper, Snook, Redfish, Tarpon, and many more.

Inshore fishing trips are good for families with kids, couples, and small groups of friends.

Inshore fishing trip prices

$436 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 Sun City Center.

There are about 41 fishing guides in Sun City Center and nearby cities. So you'll have a variety of options for your next fishing adventure.

Best time for inshore fishing

June, July and May will be your next best months for inshore fishing in Sun City Center.

Popular inshore fish species

• Mangrove Snapper
• Snook
• Redfish
• Tarpon
• Cobia

Popular inshore fishing charters

• Florida Reels Fishing Charters from $300.00
• Optimus Fishing Charters from $395.00
• Full Boat Charters from $400.00
• Imperial Sportfishing from $300.00
• Pocket Change Inshore Fishing Charters from $300.00

Offshore fishing charters in Sun City Center

Sun City Center offshore fishing charters offer easy access to some of the best fishing grounds in the open water: from nearshore reef fishing to offshore fishing at the Continental Shelf.

Local fishing charters can help you reel in Cobia, King Mackerel, Gag Grouper, Jack Crevalle, 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

$682 is the average price for a 4-hour offshore fishing trip and 2 people. Add $50 for an extra angler. Captains can accommodate 4-6 persons depending on the capacity of the vessel.

The most affordable rates start at $350 for a 4-hour offshore fishing trip near Sun City Center.

In Sun City Center and nearby cities, there are about 29 offshore fishing charters. You will have a variety of choices for your next fishing getaway.

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.

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

Best time for offshore fishing

June, July and May will be your next best months for offshore fishing in Sun City Center.

Popular offshore fish species

• Cobia
• King Mackerel
• Gag Grouper
• Jack Crevalle
• Blacktip Shark

Popular offshore fishing charters

• Optimus Fishing Charters from $1495.00
• Niche Fishing Charters from $650.00
• Pura Vida Charters from $700.00
• Skirtchaser Charters from $1600.00

Family-friendly fishing charters in Sun City Center

Sun City Center family-friendly fishing charters provide trips for anglers of all ages. Your family can learn various fishing techniques and catch different species of fish.

Try inshore fishing because it takes place in waters like bays, harbors, flats, and creeks. Since the waters are calm, your family can focus on relaxing fishing.

Family-friendly fishing trip prices

A family-friendly 4-hour fishing trip could be a perfect choice for a group with kids. This short trip is perfect for kids because they will learn something new and won’t get tired.

On average, the price for a 4-hour family-friendly fishing trip is $436 for 2 guests. Add $50 for each additional guest. Fishing charters can accommodate up to 6 persons depending on the capacity of the boat.

Popular family-friendly fishing charters

• Florida Reels Fishing Charters from $395.00
• Optimus Fishing Charters from $395.00
• Full Boat Charters from $400.00
• Pocket Change Inshore Fishing Charters from $500.00
• Non-Stop Fishing Charters from $325.00

Shark fishing charters in Sun City Center

Sun City Center is one of the best destinations for shark fishing because a wide variety of sharks are found in local waters. Sun City Center shark fishing charters have vast experience in targeting different shark species.

There are a lot of options for your next shark fishing trip near Sun City Center. These waters are filled with Blacktip Shark, Bonnethead Shark, Nurse Shark, Bull 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. Fishing charter Captains will help you with shark identification.

Sharks inhabit offshore and inshore waters, from mangrove swamps to reef dropoffs. Young sharks reside in shallow waters, while deep waters are home to adult species.

Live bait is preferred for shark fishing. Mullet, Little Tunny, Blue Runner, and Ladyfish would be the perfect bait for shark fishing. The Captain will prepare the bait depending on the type of shark that 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. Fishing charters can accommodate 4-6 anglers depending on the size of the vessel.

You can find about 13 fishing charters in Sun City Center and nearby cities. It’s easy to find your next fishing getaway in Sun City Center.

Best time for shark fishing in Sun City Center

You can catch sharks all year round. The months of March and October could be considered as the best time for shark fishing in Sun City Center.

Popular shark species

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

Popular shark fishing charters

• Florida Reels Fishing Charters from $395.00
• Optimus Fishing Charters from $395.00
• Imperial Sportfishing from $600.00
• Pocket Change Inshore Fishing Charters from $500.00

Tarpon fishing charters in Sun City Center

Tarpon are known as one of the world’s best fighting fish. Sun City Center guides specialize in Tarpon fishing. They will show you how to use the proper fishing method in the right spot and at the right time.

Tarpon inhabit flats, inshore, and backcountry waters. 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 take a photo of a lifetime, measure your trophy, and let it go.

Tarpon fishing rates

On average, the base price for a 6-hour Tarpon fishing charter is $580 for 2 anglers. Add $50 for each additional guest.

In Sun City Center and nearby cities, there are about 15 fishing companies specialized in Tarpon fishing.

Best time for Tarpon fishing in Sun City Center

Tarpon season starts in late spring and lasts until the end of summer. The best months for Tarpon fishing are August, July, and June.

Popular Tarpon fishing charters

• Florida Reels Fishing Charters from $700.00
• Imperial Sportfishing from $800.00
• Pocket Change Inshore Fishing Charters from $900.00
• On a Mission Fishing Charters from $750.00
• Salty Gillz Fishing Charters from $800.00

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, Captains clean the catch for free.

The trip price includes a saltwater fishing license. This license covers all the anglers 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 reserve a trip 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. On average, a free cancellation deadline is 2-14 days before the trip date. Keep in mind that some of the bookings could be non-refundable.

What are the closest boat ramps and marinas to Sun City Center?

Fishing charters launch from marinas or public boat ramps. Popular meeting points near Sun City Center are:

• Cockroach Bay Boat Ramp, 5299 Cockroach Bay Rd — 18 mins from Sun City Center
• 602 Bahia Del Sol Dr — 19 mins from Sun City Center
• 7th Ave Blvd NW — 37 mins from Sun City Center