Fort Lauderdale drift fishing trips
A 4-hour drift boat trip over the reefs and wrecks, good for groups.
Join a 4-hour drift fishing trip on a larger boat over the reefs and wrecks off Fort Lauderdale. It’s an easy, budget-friendly way for families and groups to fish together. Trips start from $70; the calendar shows the price for your group.
Book your drift fishing trip
Every calendar below shows live availability. Choose your number of guests, a date and a time, then book.
4-hour drift fishing charter
Saltwater license covered by the captain. Free cancellation up to 72 hours before. Full refund or free reschedule if the guide cancels for weather. Questions? Call (407) 392-4593, 9 am – 6 pm.
What is a Fort Lauderdale drift fishing trip?
A drift fishing trip is a 4-hour trip on a larger boat that drifts over the reefs and wrecks off Fort Lauderdale while everyone fishes. The main targets are snapper, including yellowtail, mangrove and mutton snapper. Rods, reels, tackle and bait are included, and trips start from $70 on the live calendar.
What’s included and what to bring
- Captain and crew
- Rods, reels and tackle
- Bait
- Saltwater fishing license (covered by the boat)
- Crew tip (customary)
- Food and drinks
- Transportation to the marina
What to bring
What’s biting by season
Winter Dec–Feb
- Snapper and other reef fish
Spring Mar–May
- Snapper on the reefs and wrecks
Summer Jun–Aug
- Yellowtail and mangrove snapper
Fall Sep–Nov
- Snapper and other reef fish
Fish you can catch drift fishing in Fort Lauderdale
Snapper are the main target over the reefs and wrecks. Swipe to see what you could catch.
Mangrove snapper
Gray snapperAround the reefs and wrecks.
Mutton snapper
MuttonA prized snapper on the reefs.
Seasons, size and bag limits apply: see the FWC saltwater fishing regulations. Your captain can tell you what you can keep.
Where you’ll fish
Drift trips run over the reefs and wrecks off Fort Lauderdale.
Meeting spot: we confirm the marina and departure time with you when you book.
Want a private boat? See Fort Lauderdale inshore fishing.
Fort Lauderdale drift fishing questions
How much does a drift fishing trip in Fort Lauderdale cost?
Trips start from $70. The booking calendar shows the price for your date and group.
How long is the trip?
4 hours.
What is drift fishing?
The boat drifts over the reefs and wrecks while everyone fishes with rods and bait from the boat. It’s an easy way for groups to fish together.
What can I catch?
Mostly snapper, including yellowtail, mangrove and mutton snapper, plus other reef fish.
Is it good for families and large groups?
Yes. A drift boat has room for a group, and the crew helps with bait and rods.
Do I need a fishing license?
No. The boat’s saltwater license covers everyone fishing on the trip.
What’s included?
Rods, reels, tackle and bait. Not included: the crew tip and food and drinks.
Can we keep the fish we catch?
Size and bag limits apply. The crew can tell you what you can keep on the day.
What happens if the weather is bad?
If the captain or guide cancels for weather, you get a full refund or a free reschedule.
What is the cancellation policy?
You can cancel for free up to 72 hours before your trip.