Miami tarpon fishing charters
Tarpon around the bridges, flats and channels of Biscayne Bay.
Book a local captain for a tarpon trip around the bridges, grass flats and channels of Biscayne Bay. Trips start at $650 for 4 hours and $750 for 6 hours, with the fishing license, rods, reels, tackle and bait included.
Book your tarpon trip
Every calendar below shows live availability. Choose your number of guests, a date and a time, then book.
4-hour tarpon charter
6-hour tarpon 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.
When is tarpon season in Miami?
Tarpon fishing in Miami follows the season and the bait: the fish move with the bait through the bridges, grass flats and channels of Biscayne Bay, with the most action in the warmer months. iOutdoors books 4- and 6-hour tarpon trips from $650 for 4 hours and $750 for 6 hours. Tarpon are catch and release. The licensed captain covers your saltwater fishing license.
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
Tarpon by season
Winter Dec–Feb
- Tarpon around the bridges on warmer nights
Spring Mar–May
- Tarpon numbers build as the water warms
Summer Jun–Aug
- Peak tarpon season around Biscayne Bay
Fall Sep–Nov
- Tarpon follow the bait through the fall
Fish you can catch on a Miami tarpon trip
Tarpon are the target on these trips.
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
Tarpon trips fish Biscayne Bay: the bridges, grass flats and channels, following the fish and the bait.
Meeting spot: your captain confirms the spot and start time with you before the trip, based on conditions.
For more species, see Miami inshore fishing. For offshore, see Miami deep sea fishing.
Miami tarpon fishing questions
How much does a tarpon fishing charter in Miami cost?
Trips start at $650 for 4 hours and $750 for 6 hours. The booking calendar shows the exact price for your date and group.
When is the best time for tarpon in Miami?
Tarpon follow the bait, with the most action in the warmer months. Your captain fishes where the fish are on the day.
Where do Miami tarpon trips fish?
Around the bridges, grass flats and channels of Biscayne Bay. Your captain confirms the meeting spot and start time with you before the trip.
Can we keep the tarpon?
No. Tarpon are catch and release; your captain will help you get a photo and release the fish.
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?
4 hours is a good first trip. 6 hours gives the captain more time to find fish and work the tide.
Is tarpon fishing good for kids and first-timers?
Tarpon are big, strong fish, so a tarpon trip suits anglers ready for a hard fight. Your captain helps every step of the way.
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.