Fishing Charters in Florida
Browse fishing charters in Florida that can help you catch bonito.
Island Baby Islamorada
Tavernier, Florida
Flying Thief Charters
Big Pine Key, Florida
Key West Tarpon Fishing with Flying Thief Charters. Let us be your guide to the best Bonefish Spin Fishing, and excellent Flats Fishing in the Florida Keys.
Fat Cat Charters
Big Pine Key, Florida
Sea Glass Excursions
Cudjoe Key, Florida
Sea Glass Excursions offers offshore and inshore fishing, snorkeling, sandbars, sunset cruise, or just a ride, I’m your guide. My Name is Captain Brian and I live in the Lower Florida Keys.
Double O Fishing Charter
Cudjoe Key, Florida
Tarpon Trips
Summerland Key, Florida
Shane Wood Fishing
Summerland Key, Florida
Shane Wood Fly Fishing Guide - Rates and Information. Tarpon, Bonefish, Permit Photo Gallery. Book your fishing charter now.
Stock Island Fishing Charters
Naval Air Station Key West, Florida
Stock Island fishing charters at the entrance to Key West. Many different charters offered for all types of anglers and vacationers.
Captain Eddie Griffiths Charters
Key West, Florida
Dry Tortugas fishing trips with Andy Griffiths charters out of Key West, Florida. Overnight fishing to Fort Jefferson, Dry Tortugas and Marquesas Keys. Enjoy fishing and diving on your private charter, 2 or 3 day fishing charters for snapper, grouper, mahi mahi, wahoo and more. Best reef and wreck fishing available year round in the Florida Keys and west of Key West near the Dry Tortugas National Park.
Captain Bill Lowman Anna Maria Sportfishing
Holmes Beach, Florida
Anna Maria Island Charter Fishing Guide
Destination Fish Charters
Marco Island, Florida
Danny Fabian is one of Southwest Florida's premier backwater and sport fishermen in Naples and Marco Island, Florida. As a professional fishing quide, Danny specializes in fishing in Everglades National Park and focuses on Snook, Grouper, Tarpon, Trout, Redfish.
Captain Rio Adventures
Marco Island, Florida
Go fish with fun catching Charter fishing at its best!
Best Time to Catch Bonito
Peak season: May, June. Also good: April, July, August. Right now in February, activity is poor.
Seasonal Activity Chart
Bonito
Key West offers thrilling opportunities for bonito, also known as little tunny, especially for anglers looking for a challenging fight. These powerful fish are abundant in the waters surrounding the island, particularly during their migration periods. Spring and fall are prime times to target them as they follow schools of baitfish. One of the best strategies is to look for surface activity – diving birds and schools of baitfish being chased by bonito are dead giveaways. A local tip: try fishing near the numerous wrecks and artificial reefs that are scattered throughout the area. Bonito are often found schooling around these structures, providing ample opportunities for anglers. Trolling small lures or casting jigs and spoons into feeding frenzies are effective techniques. Be sure to use strong tackle, as bonito are known for their blistering runs. The waters off Key West are also known for occasionally holding larger specimens, so be ready for a serious battle.
How to Catch Bonito
Detailed fishing techniques coming soon for Bonito in Key West.
Bonito Fishing Regulations in Florida
Open Season
Year-round
Daily Bag Limit
No limit
Size Limit
No size limit
License Required
Saltwater fishing license
Also known as Atlantic Bonito.
⚠️ Always verify current regulations with the Florida state wildlife agency before fishing.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What's the best bait to use for Bonito in Key West?
Bonito in Key West respond well to a variety of lures and baits. Many anglers have success with small, shiny spoons, jigs, and live bait like pilchards or small blue runners.
Are there any limits to how many Bonito I can catch in Key West?
No, there are currently no bag or size limits for Bonito in Florida state waters, so you can keep what you catch.
Do I need a fishing license to target Bonito in Key West?
Yes, you'll need a valid Florida saltwater fishing license to legally fish for Bonito and other saltwater species in Key West.
When is the peak season for Bonito fishing around Key West?
While Bonito can be caught year-round, the best time to target them in Key West is generally during the spring and fall when they migrate through the area.
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