Miami Fishing Trips: Our Top 12

1.Miami Half Day Deep Sea Fishing Trip from Bayside Marketplace

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 223 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $80Our pick

From Bayside Marketplace, you’ll spend about four hours on the Atlantic with rods, reels, tackle, and a fishing license included. Crew members such as Captain Steve, Maria, Ruby, and Eric help beginners bait hooks, manage lines, and handle catches. Day and night departures are available.

“It was a fun time for sure. Be prepared with motion sickness patches and sunscreen. We went as a family of 6 and we were required to pay the gratuities before we even left the shore. I wasn't expecting it to be over $50 that he requested, just be aware that will be expected even with the cost of the trip for 6 people.”

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2.Miami Big Game Deep Sea Fishing Charter

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 198 reviews · 5 hours (approx.)

Spend about five hours offshore with Captain Mark the Shark and his crew, including Russ, while targeting big game fish. The private boat holds up to eight or nine people, with fishing gear, ice, snacks, underwater cameras, and fish cleaning included. Confirm the departure dock before booking.

“I highly recommend this boat trip. Mark is amazing, he helped us to catch 2 monsters fish. If your passion is fishing rhis trip is for you 🎣”

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3.Biscayne Bay Inshore Flats Fishing

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 46 reviews Top rated

You’ll fish Biscayne Bay with Miami Bonefishing on a private 4-, 6-, or 8-hour charter for up to two people. The guide supplies fly and spinning gear, tackle, live bait, ice, and your fishing license. Expect calm, shallow water and a chance at more than a dozen species.

“This was the best fishing trip I have ever experienced. I have fished all over the world and by far this was the best and we'll run trip.”

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4.Peacock Bass Fishing Trips Near Miami Florida

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 30 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Spend four hours fishing private lakes near Miami with a captain such as Rick, Hernandez, Robert Miley, or Kirk Osborn. You’ll chase peacock bass, largemouth bass, clown knife fish, and other species only 15 minutes from Miami International Airport. Morning and afternoon trips are available.

“If you have never experienced Peacock Bass fishing you are in for a treat! The weather wasn't ideal for fishing but Capt. Rick still put us in some fish!”

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5.Miami Airport Lakes Peacock Bass Fishing Trip (1 to 4 ppl)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 24 reviews

Join Captains Richard, Robert, or Bob for a private four-hour peacock bass trip through Miami’s Airport Lakes and Blue Lagoon. Your captain handles the boat and local waters while you fish from a 21-foot vessel with rods, tackle, cooler, ice, and bottled water included.

“Wow, what a lovely day! Robert was our guide, and his passion for fishing, the area, and preserving the resource for future generations really made the trip special. We all hit our limit on Sockeye salmon, and Robert made sure everyone had the chance to catch their own. Highly recommend this experience!”

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6.Private Charter Saltwater Fishing with Ocean Skeet Shooting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews

Spend four hours aboard a private 75-foot Hatteras with a captain and two crew members, fishing with tournament-grade gear and trying ocean skeet shooting. Gabriela is noted for keeping groups involved. Shotguns, safety gear, ammunition, targets, fuel, ice, and water are included.

“The team did an amazing job ensuring our group was well taken care of. 5 stars isn’t enough!”

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7.Biscayne Bay Night Fishing Charters

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Join Captain Richard or Captain Brett for a private four-hour night fishing trip on Biscayne Bay. Your group of up to four gets rods, tackle, safety gear, licenses, water, and marina restroom access. Fish near Miami landmarks, with past catches including snook, tarpon, barracuda, jacks, and mackerel.

“We have been booking Night Fishing for more than 5 years and without exception captain Richard is the best. We guarantee you will not be disappointed. He is very attentive and makes sure you will get value for money. We have tried others and they don't come close.”

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8.Peacock Bass Fishing Trip near Miami South Beach

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Join Bass Online Fishing Trips for a four-hour private outing near Miami Airport, only minutes from downtown and South Beach. Captain Robert Miley can teach beginners as you search calm canals for peacock bass, largemouth bass, iguanas, birds, and even wild macaws.

“The canals are beautiful and calm. We caught lots of fish, and saw many interesting animals & birds, including 2 pairs of wild Macaw parrots. Our guide was Robert Miley. He is very pleasant, knowledgeable, helpful and we caught a lot of fish. What else could you ask for?”

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9.Peacock Bass Fishing Trips Near Miami Florida

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 4 reviews · 4 hours

Trade South Beach for Miami’s private lakes, where a licensed captain teaches casting and guides your group toward peacock bass, clown knife fish, and more. The four-hour trip includes a modern boat, gear, cooler, ice, bottled water, and hotel pickup and drop-off service.

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10.Miami Inshore Fishing Charters on Biscayne Bay

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 4 to 8 hours (approx.)

Join iOutdoor Fishing Adventures for a private 4 to 8 hour Biscayne Bay charter from Pelican Harbor. Your captain, including Rick, Brian, or Kirk depending on the booking, supplies the boat, gear, safety equipment, and fishing license while tailoring the day to your group.

“Captain Rick did an excellent job taking our 17 year old grandson on his first saltwater fishing trip. Nice , well maintained 24ft boat . Equipment was in excellent condition.”

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11.Miami Deep Sea Fishing Charters

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Set out from 401 Biscayne Boulevard on a private Miami fishing charter for up to six people. Captain Daniel or Captain Brian may lead your trip, with gear, licenses, water, safety equipment, and shaded cover included. Four-, six-, and eight-hour options are available.

“We had an excellent time fishing with Captain Brian yesterday!”

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12.Peacock Bass Fishing Trips Near Key Largo

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 4 to 8 hours (approx.)

Meet your captain in Miami, then fish the Aerojet Canal System near Homestead for peacock bass and other exotic species. The private trip serves up to two people, lasts about four to eight hours, and includes tackle, safety gear, ice, and bottled water. Captains may include Rick, Robert Miley, or Bob.

“Captain Robert is an excellent guide. My husband and I caught more than a dozen peacock bass. We quit counting. These are fun little fish to catch.”

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