Fort Lauderdale shared fishing charters
Join other anglers on a 4-hour offshore trip.
Only one, two or three of you? Join other anglers on an offshore fishing trip off Fort Lauderdale instead of booking a private charter. Trips run 4 hours and start from $200. Call (407) 392-4593 to book.
How to book your shared charter trip
Online booking isn’t available for this trip yet. Call us and we’ll book your date.
4-hour shared trips
Call (407) 392-4593Saltwater 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.
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 shared fishing charter in Fort Lauderdale?
A shared charter is a 4-hour offshore fishing trip off Fort Lauderdale where you join other anglers instead of booking a private charter. Mahi-mahi, kingfish and sailfish are among the main targets. Trips start from $200. The licensed captain covers your saltwater fishing license. These trips are booked by phone: call (407) 392-4593, 9 am – 6 pm.
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
What’s biting offshore by season
Winter Dec–Feb
- Sailfish season
- Kingfish on the reefs
Spring Mar–May
- Mahi start to show
- Sailfish into early spring
Summer Jun–Aug
- Mahi and wahoo
- Calmer seas on many days
Fall Sep–Nov
- Kingfish and wahoo
- Sailfish start again late in the fall
Fish you can catch on a shared charter
Mahi-mahi, kingfish and sailfish are among the main targets. Swipe to learn more.
Mahi-mahi
DolphinfishSpring and summer, often under weed lines and floating debris.
Kingfish
King mackerelFast fish on the reefs and edges off the coast.
Sailfish
Atlantic sailfishOften caught kite fishing or trolling, best in the cooler months.
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
Shared trips run out onto the Atlantic off Fort Lauderdale.
Meeting spot: we confirm the dock and start time with you when you book.
Want the boat to yourselves? See Fort Lauderdale deep sea fishing.
Fort Lauderdale shared charter questions
How much does a shared fishing charter cost?
Trips start from $200. Call us for the price for your date and group.
What is a shared charter?
You join other anglers on the same boat for a 4-hour offshore trip, instead of booking a private charter.
What can I catch?
Mahi-mahi, kingfish and sailfish are among the main targets. What bites depends on the season and the day.
How do I book?
Call (407) 392-4593, 9 am – 6 pm, and we’ll check dates and book your trip.
Do I need a fishing license?
No. The captain’s saltwater license covers everyone fishing on the trip.
What’s included?
The licensed captain, your saltwater fishing license, rods, reels, tackle and bait. Not included: the captain’s tip (10–20% is customary) and food and drinks.
Is a shared charter good for first-timers?
Yes. The crew helps with rigging and baiting, and it is an affordable way to try offshore fishing.
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 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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