Cape Canaveral deep sea fishing charters
Mahi, kingfish, sailfish and cobia on the Atlantic out of Port Canaveral.
Book a local captain for a deep sea fishing trip on the Atlantic out of Port Canaveral. 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.
Book your deep sea trip
Every calendar below shows live availability. Choose your number of guests, a date and a time, then book.
5-hour deep sea charter
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.
What can you catch deep sea fishing out of Cape Canaveral?
iOutdoors books 5-, 7- and 9-hour deep sea fishing trips on the Atlantic out of Port Canaveral 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.
What’s included and what to bring
- Licensed local captain
- Boat and fuel
- Saltwater fishing license (covered by the captain)
- Rods, reels and tackle
- Bait
- Captain tip (10–20% is customary)
- Food and drinks
- Transportation to the meeting spot
What to bring
Reviews from Cape Canaveral deep sea trips
5.01 review
Fantastic, Must Do Experience
Fantastic Experience and a must if you are in the area. Great fishing, staff, crew, and boat were on point! What more can you ask for?
Chip G. · February 2020
What’s biting offshore by season
Full Cape Canaveral fishing calendarWinter 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 Cape Canaveral
Mahi-mahi, kingfish, sailfish and cobia are the main targets, by season. Swipe to see what you could catch.
Mahi-mahi
DolphinfishSpring and summer offshore, often under weed lines.
Kingfish
King mackerelOn the reefs and along the coast in the warmer months.
Cobia
LingSpring 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 and run onto the Atlantic off the Space Coast. Your captain trolls for mahi, kingfish and sailfish and may also bottom fish for snapper and grouper, depending on the season and the regulations.
Meeting spot: your captain confirms the spot and start time with you before the trip, based on conditions.
Prefer calmer water? See Cape Canaveral inshore fishing on the Banana River and the lagoons.
Cape Canaveral deep sea fishing questions
How much does a deep sea fishing charter in Cape Canaveral 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 Cape Canaveral?
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 Cape Canaveral deep sea trips leave from?
Port Canaveral. Your captain confirms the meeting spot and start time with you before the trip.
Can I go deep sea fishing before or after a cruise?
Trips leave from Port Canaveral, close to the cruise port. Pick a date and time that fits your schedule in the live calendar.
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 deep sea fishing.
Is deep sea fishing good for kids and first-timers?
Deep sea 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.
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.