Tybee Island, GA Fishing Trip — May

Your Tybee Island, GA Fishing Trip

May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 78°F / Low 72°F4.4" rain · 13 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

What’s Biting in May

8 species
RedfishExcellent
Redfish
Bottom fishing · Trolling
King MackerelExcellent
King Mackerel
Various
CobiaExcellent
Cobia
Various
Spotted SeatroutExcellent
Spotted Seatrout
Various
SheepsheadExcellent
Sheepshead
Various
Spanish MackerelExcellent
Spanish Mackerel
Casting · Trolling
Black Sea BassExcellent
Black Sea Bass
Bottom Fishing · Jigging
FlounderExcellent
Flounder
Various

May Weather in Tybee Island

78°F
Avg High
72°F
Avg Low
4.4"
Rainfall
13
Rainy Days

Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

9 Guides Matched

Prepare for Your Trip

Gear recommendations and packing list for your trip. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.

What to Bring

Check with your guide about gear. Here's a recommended packing list:

Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
Polarized sunglasses
Hat or visor
Weather-appropriate clothing
Non-marking shoes or deck shoes
Water and drinks (stay hydrated)
Snacks or lunch
Cooler for your catch
Motion sickness medication (if needed)
Camera or phone (waterproof case recommended)
Valid fishing license (confirm with captain)
Rain jacket or windbreaker
Layered clothing (cooler offshore)
Light rain jacket
$910
Estimated total for 2 people
$455
per person
Charter $500
Tip $100
Licenses $60
Food $100
Lodging $150

Estimates based on local charter rates and averages. Contact guides for exact pricing.

Things to Do in Tybee Island

Activities for your non-fishing days

Georgia Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$15
Non-Resident$50
Requirements

Required for ages 16+. Includes freshwater fishing. Trout stamp additional $5 if needed.

Buy License Online — Georgia

Species Regulations

Redfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per person per day
Size Limit:14-23 inch slot limit

Only one red drum over 27 inches may be possessed per vessel.

King Mackerel
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:3 per person per day
Size Limit:24-inch fork length minimum

Federal regulations may apply in federal waters. Check current regulations before fishing.

Cobia
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:1 per person per day, 2 per vessel per day
Size Limit:36-inch fork length minimum, 50-inch fork length maximum

Federal regulations may apply in federal waters. Check current regulations before fishing.

Spotted Seatrout
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:15 per person per day
Size Limit:14-20 inch slot limit

Only one spotted seatrout over 24 inches may be possessed per vessel.

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