Cocoa Beach · Deep sea · Port Canaveral

Cocoa Beach deep sea fishing charters

Mahi, kingfish, sailfish and cobia on the Atlantic out of Port Canaveral.

From $1,000 · 5 hours5, 7 or 9 hoursSaltwater license covered
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License, tackle & bait includedTackle & bait included Free weather reschedule

Book a local captain for a deep sea fishing trip on the Atlantic out of Port Canaveral, just north of Cocoa Beach. Trips start at $1,000 for 5 hours, $1,300 for 7 hours and $1,500 for 9 hours, with the fishing license, rods, reels, tackle and bait included.

Angler holding a fish on a Port Canaveral fishing trip

Book your deep sea trip

Every calendar below shows live availability. Choose your number of guests, a date and a time, then book.

Most popular

5-hour deep sea charter

Best value

7-hour deep sea charter

9-hour deep sea 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.

Quick answer

What can you catch deep sea fishing out of Cocoa Beach?

iOutdoors books 5-, 7- and 9-hour deep sea fishing trips on the Atlantic out of Port Canaveral, just north of Cocoa Beach, for mahi-mahi, kingfish, sailfish and cobia, depending on the season. Trips start at $1,000 for 5 hours, $1,300 for 7 hours and $1,500 for 9 hours. The licensed captain covers your saltwater fishing license, and rods, reels, tackle, bait and fuel are included.

Prices come from the live booking calendar.

What’s included and what to bring

Included in the price
  • Licensed local captain
  • Boat and fuel
  • Saltwater fishing license (covered by the captain)
  • Rods, reels and tackle
  • Bait
Not included
  • Captain tip (10–20% is customary)
  • Food and drinks
  • Transportation to the meeting spot

What to bring

Polarized sunglassesSunscreenHatLight rain jacketWater and snacksCamera or phone in a dry bag

Reviews from nearby New Smyrna Beach trips

5.04 reviewsfrom iOutdoors trips on Florida’s east coast. Cocoa Beach reviews will show here as they come in

★★★★★

A most delightful town

The town of New Smyrna is worth seeing and visiting. We enjoyed walking along the waterfront. You can drive your car to the beach. Ate dinner near the water at one of the Town Tavern which featured a live band. My friend and I went fishing, what fun, highly recommend it!

Lisa Wilson · January 2021

★★★★★

Obstacles conquered!

Started out with a full moon the night before and wind blowing 3 times what was forecast but Captain Brad had a plan. We got out and in no time had fish on! I had no expectations for what we might catch which turned out great 8 different species and two nice redfish! I had a great time!

Doug M. · March 2019 · TripAdvisor

★★★★★

Best Birthday Gift Ever !!!

I booked this trip for my Dad's Birthday he loves to fish but rarely catches anything. We went with Capt Brad Kayholm and he delivered an awesome trip he was on time ,very friendly ,knowledgeable and put us on the fish !!! I would definitely recommend booking a trip with him!!!

flhomesbyrich · October 2018 · TripAdvisor

★★★★★

Four hour trip with Captain Brad

We had a great time with Captain Brad. He had us on the fish right away in the morning and always kept us moving looking for more. He was very knowledgeable.

Eli L · October 2018 · TripAdvisor

What’s biting offshore by season

Full Cocoa Beach fishing calendar

Winter Dec–Feb

  • Sailfish and kingfish

Spring Mar–May

  • Cobia migration; mahi start to show

Summer Jun–Aug

  • Mahi and kingfish

Fall Sep–Nov

  • Kingfish and sailfish

Fish you can catch deep sea fishing in Cocoa Beach

Mahi-mahi, kingfish, sailfish and cobia are the main targets, by season. Swipe to see what you could catch.

Illustration of a mahi-mahi
Offshore

Mahi-mahi

Dolphinfish

Spring and summer offshore, often under weed lines.

Illustration of a kingfish
Offshore

Kingfish

King mackerel

On the reefs and along the coast in the warmer months.

Illustration of a sailfish
Offshore

Sailfish

Atlantic sailfish

Mostly in the cooler months off the Space Coast.

Illustration of a cobia
Offshore

Cobia

Ling

Spring migration along the coast.

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

Deep sea trips leave from Port Canaveral, just north of Cocoa Beach, and run onto the Atlantic off the Space Coast.

Meeting spot: your captain confirms the spot and start time with you before the trip, based on conditions.

Prefer calmer water? See Cocoa Beach inshore fishing on the Banana River.

Cocoa Beach deep sea fishing questions

How much does a deep sea fishing charter in Cocoa Beach cost?

Trips start at $1,000 for 5 hours, $1,300 for 7 hours and $1,500 for 9 hours. The booking calendar shows the exact price for your date and group.

What can I catch deep sea fishing out of Cocoa Beach?

Mahi-mahi, kingfish, sailfish and cobia, depending on the season. Spring brings the cobia migration, summer brings mahi, and the cooler months bring sailfish.

Where do Cocoa Beach deep sea trips leave from?

Port Canaveral, just north of Cocoa Beach. Your captain confirms the meeting spot and start time with you before the trip.

Do I need a fishing license?

No. The captain’s saltwater license covers everyone fishing on the trip.

What’s included in the price?

The licensed captain, boat and fuel, your saltwater fishing license, rods, reels, tackle and bait. Not included: the captain’s tip (10–20% is customary) and food and drinks.

Which trip length should I pick?

Longer trips give your captain more time to run farther offshore and try more spots. A 5-hour trip is a good start if you are new to offshore fishing.

Is offshore fishing good for kids and first-timers?

Offshore trips run on the open ocean, so they suit anglers who are comfortable on a boat in some swell. For young kids or first-timers, an inshore trip in protected water is often a better fit.

Can we keep the fish we catch?

Size and bag limits apply to many species, and some are catch and release. Your captain 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.

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