The warm blue waters of south Florida’s Atlantic Ocean pay host to a huge variety of species, a cast list that features pretty much all of the world’s major species of big game fish. Best of all, as visiting anglers are concerned, Florida has a new big game fishing tradition in the Swordfish fishery, a tradition which is reflected in the numbers of top quality boats and their professional crews that you will find based at locations along Florida’s southeast coast.
Big game Sport Fishing seasons in Florida:
Many locals argue that in reality there is a 12 month fishing season in south Florida. April and May see a gradual increase in activity offshore with big Dolphin, Blackfin Tuna, and large Kingfish. But for many skippers and anglers alike, August marks the start of the fishing season proper for the Broadbill Swordfish.
From August through June the fishing is invariably excellent, while many regard October through February as being ‘high season’, as this is the period when fishing for the king of salt water game fish, the Swordfish, traditionally hits its zenith.
Wherever you decide to fish, it is important you select a reputable charter operation, Ft. Lauderdale has many. Avoid the temptation of paying less to fish aboard boats of unknown pedigree. Yes it will cost more to fish aboard a top boat, prices range from US $395.00 ½ day to US $1,300.00 + per boat for up to three to six anglers fishing a full day and are generally dependent on season, but at least you will know your boat has a full inventory of safety equipment with all the proper licenses, and that the skipper and the crew are sufficiently experienced.
Also, you’ll stand a far better chance of hooking the fish of your dreams if you fish with an experienced crew who know what they are doing!
What you need to carry for sports fishing tours:
Reputable angling operations provide all the necessary angling equipment and ice and water within the price, all you need to provide are high factor sun cream, sunglasses and a hat. It’s good to carry weather gear for Swordfishing excursions or rainy days.
Click on any of the buttons above for detailed information on our Rates, Swordfishing, Sailfishing, Bahamas trips, and recent Fishing reports with new photos. Enjoy our Fishing Gallery of fame as well. Our boat is a 2004 32-foot Donzi, center console with twin 225 HP Mercury Optimax's. Accessories on this boat include an enclosed bathroom (head area) USCG approved life jackets, 50 gallon continues flow bait well, radar, gps, and a fish finder that reads over 3000 feet deep. Up to 6 persons can sit and fish comfortably on this boat.
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Kids of all ages are welcome aboard The New Lattitude for a fun and safe day of deep sea fishing.
