Cape Canaveral fishing charters
Offshore out of Port Canaveral, plus inshore on the Banana River.
Book a local captain for an offshore trip out of Port Canaveral for mahi, kingfish and sailfish, or inshore fishing for redfish, trout and snook on the Banana River. Offshore trips start at $1,000 for 5 hours. Inshore trips start at $600 for 4 hours and $700 for 6 hours.
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Book your Cape Canaveral fishing trips today: offshore out of Port Canaveral and inshore on the Banana River.
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Where do you want to fish? How longPick a trip to see your options and the live calendar.
Questions? Call (407) 392-4593, 9 am – 6 pm. Your guide or captain confirms the meeting spot and start time with you before the trip. Distances are straight-line estimates; drive times vary with traffic.
Reviews from Cape Canaveral trips
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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 fishing charters can you book in Cape Canaveral?
iOutdoors books offshore trips out of Port Canaveral for mahi-mahi, kingfish, sailfish and cobia: 5 hours from $1,000, 7 hours from $1,300 and 9 hours from $1,500. Inshore trips fish the Banana River and the Port Canaveral area for redfish, seatrout and snook: from $600 for 4 hours and $700 for 6 hours. Trips include the licensed captain, fishing license, tackle, bait and fuel.
Inshore or offshore?
| Inshore | Offshore | |
|---|---|---|
| Where | Banana River and the Port Canaveral area | The Atlantic out of Port Canaveral |
| Main target | Redfish, seatrout, snook, tarpon | Mahi-mahi, kingfish, sailfish, cobia |
| Trip lengths | 4 or 6 hours | 5, 7 or 9 hours |
| Price | From $600 | From $1,000 |
| License | Covered by the captain | Covered by the captain |
| Best for | Families, first-timers, light tackle | Big fish and experienced anglers |
| Book inshore | Book offshore |
What’s biting by season around Cape Canaveral
Full Cape Canaveral fishing calendarWinter Dec–Feb
- Inshore: Redfish and black drum; trout in the deeper water
- Offshore: Sailfish and kingfish
Spring Mar–May
- Inshore: Redfish, trout and snook pick up
- Offshore: Cobia migration; mahi start to show
Summer Jun–Aug
- Inshore: Snook and tarpon; fish early
- Offshore: Mahi and kingfish
Fall Sep–Nov
- Inshore: The mullet run: snook, redfish and tarpon
- Offshore: Kingfish and sailfish
What fish can you catch in Cape Canaveral?
Cape Canaveral fish species depend on where you fish:
- Inshore (Banana River and the Port Canaveral area): redfish, spotted seatrout, snook, tarpon and black drum. See Cape Canaveral inshore fishing.
- Offshore (the Atlantic out of Port Canaveral): mahi-mahi, kingfish, sailfish and cobia, by season. See Cape Canaveral deep sea fishing.
Redfish
Red drumOn the grass flats and shorelines of the lagoons, all year.
Spotted seatrout
Speckled troutOver grass beds; a good fish for beginners.
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 to many species: see the FWC saltwater fishing regulations.
Where you’ll fish
Open in Google Maps: Port Canaveral · Banana River
Offshore: trips run out of Port Canaveral onto the Atlantic.
Inshore: captains fish the Banana River and the Port Canaveral area: grass flats, shorelines, docks and bridges. Your captain confirms the meeting spot and start time before the trip.
Planning a fishing trip in Cape Canaveral
Cape Canaveral sits between the Atlantic and the Banana River, with Port Canaveral giving offshore boats quick access to deep water and the Banana River to the west for inshore fishing.
Inshore or offshore: how to choose
Choose inshore for redfish, seatrout and snook in protected water; it suits families and first-timers. Choose offshore for mahi, kingfish and sailfish on the Atlantic; trips run 5, 7 or 9 hours out of Port Canaveral.
The best time of year
Inshore fishing is good all year, with the fall mullet run bringing snook, redfish and tarpon. Offshore, spring brings cobia, summer brings mahi, and the cooler months bring sailfish. The Cape Canaveral fishing calendar has the month-by-month details.
Where to stay and what’s nearby
Offshore trips leave from Port Canaveral, so the hotels by the port make early starts easy. Your captain or guide confirms the exact meeting spot before the trip.
- Offshore and inshore trips: Radisson Resort at the Port, Country Inn & Suites by Radisson Port Canaveral and Holiday Inn Express Cape Canaveral are all a few minutes from the port.
Getting here: Orlando International (MCO) is about an hour away; Melbourne Orlando International (MLB) is closer.
Off the water: Jetty Park for launch viewing, and the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex.
Hotels are listed for convenience; iOutdoors isn’t affiliated with them.
Good to know before you book
- Licenses: saltwater licenses are covered by the captain.
- Group size: the booking calendar shows the price for your group.
- Weather: if the captain cancels for weather, you get a full refund or a free reschedule.
- Cancellation: free up to 72 hours before your trip.
Cape Canaveral fishing questions
How much does a fishing charter in Cape Canaveral cost?
Offshore trips out of Port Canaveral start at $1,000 for 5 hours, $1,300 for 7 hours and $1,500 for 9 hours. Inshore trips start at $600 for 4 hours and $700 for 6 hours. The booking calendar shows the exact price for your date and group.
Where do offshore trips leave from?
Port Canaveral. Your captain confirms the meeting spot and start time before the trip.
What can I catch inshore near Cape Canaveral?
Redfish, spotted seatrout, snook, tarpon and black drum in the Banana River and the Port Canaveral area.
Can I fish before or after a cruise?
Port Canaveral offshore trips and Cape Canaveral inshore trips are close to the cruise port. Pick a date that fits your schedule in the live calendar.
Do I need a fishing license?
No. On saltwater trips the captain’s license covers you.
What’s included?
The licensed captain, fishing license, rods, reels, tackle, bait and fuel. Not included: the tip (10–20% is customary) and food and drinks.
Are these trips good for kids and first-timers?
Yes. Inshore trips fish the protected water of the Banana River, and your captain sets up the rods and helps every step of the way.
What happens if the weather is bad?
If the captain 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.
