Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) – Fishing Info

About Fort Lauderdale Beach Charters

Where does Fort Lauderdale Beach Charters fish?

We fish the Fort Lauderdale area, including Atlantic Ocean.

What are the target fish?

Target fish include Greater Amberjack (Also Called Great Amberfish, Jenny Lind, Rock Salmon, Doronado, Madregal, Amberjack), Great Barracuda (Also Called Giant Barracuda, Picuda  ), Cobia (Also Called Black Salmon, Crab Eater, Lemon Fish, Sergeant Fish  ), Common Dolphinfish (Also Called Dolphin, Dolphinfish, Common Dolphin, Mahi-Mahi, Dorado, Dourade  ), Crevalle Jack  (Also Called Horse Crevalle, Jack  ), King Mackerel (Also Called Kingfish, Spanish Mackerel  ), Atlantic Sailfish (Also Called ), Mutton Snapper (Also Called Mutton Fish), Swordfish (Also Called Broadbill, Broadbill Swordfish, Swords), Blackfin Tuna (Also Called Deep-Bodied Tunny  ), Wahoo  (Also Called Ono, Ono Malani, Hoo, Pacific Kingfish, Malata kingfish, Queen fish, Paala, Paere, Peto, Sierra, Solandra, Serra-da India, Kamasu-Sawara, Acantocibio, Cavala de India, Keskas, Kin Fis, Mersad, Kinkfish, Peto, Guarapucu, Thazard batard), Bonnethead Shark (Also Called Bonnet Shark, Bonnetnose Shark, Shovelhead Shark)

Where in Fort Lauderdale to we meet our guests?

We meet at 15th Street Fisheries ( 1900 SE 15th St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316, USA ), Fort Lauderdale Beach Charters ( 2901 NE 14th Street Causeway, Pompano Beach, FL 33062, USA )

Do I need a STATE Fishing license?

Yes, a Fishing license is required

Where do I get a STATE Fishing license?

Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission - Fishing

Florida residents and visitors 16 years of age and older are required to possess a Florida freshwater fishing or saltwater fishing license when engaged in active or passive fishing activities. However, you do not need a saltwater fishing license if saltwater fishing from a for-hire vessel (guide, charter, party boat) that has a valid charter license or from a vessel whose operator has a valid recreational saltwater vessel license issued in the name of the operator of the vessel. If you are looking for online access for a license, please check Go Outdoors Florida here: https://license.gooutdoorsflorida.com/Licensing/CustomerLookup.aspx

How much should I Tip?

It is customary to tip 20% of the trip total. We work tirelessly to make sure you have a guest experience!

Do I need to bring my own gear?

No, we provide standard gear such as rods and reels so you don’t need to worry about anything. But please feel free to bring you own gear if you prefer.