Boca Grande & Englewood Goliath Grouper Fishing Charter Trips & Rates


Boca Grande Goliath Grouper … If you want to hook into one of the largest grouper species in Florida, come feel the raw power of a true goliath … These fish grow to lengths of 8 feet and can weigh as much as 800 pounds. Begin your Goliath Grouper fishing charter by bowfishing for stingrays, mullet, or catfish. (Yes, we use the whole thing for bait!) We’ll then drop down a bait and you’ll hold on for dear life! As said by one of our customers when referring to his Goliath Grouper catch … “It’s like the Hulk is on the other end of your line!”

A battle with a Goliath Grouper is sure to give you an adrenaline rush! It sometimes feels as though you will be pulled out of the fighting seat … these guys will have you screaming for your buddies to hold you down! A goliath’s power is unexplainable and is best understood when hooked up with one of these beasts. This is just the fish to catch to give you bragging rights for years to come.

  • 4-6 hrs: $875 ($850 cash)

* rates are based on 3 anglers. A 4th angler can be added for an additional $50.

A battle with a Goliath Grouper is sure to give you an adrenaline rush! It sometimes feels as though you will be pulled out of the fighting seat … these guys will have you screaming for your buddies to hold you down! A goliath’s power is unexplainable and is best understood when hooked up with one of these beasts. This is just the fish to catch to give you bragging rights for years to come.

If you want to test your strength against a Boca Grande Goliath Grouper, you’ve come to the right place! The Goliath Grouper fishing charters of Boca Grande typically range anywhere from 100 to 500 pounds and boy do they give you a tug. A Goliath Grouper fishing charter can be as close as Boca Grande Pass or we can hook into several nearshore as well. Catching a Goliath Grouper is an experience of a lifetime … one you don’t want to miss out on. Watch some of our epic Goliath Grouper battles now then book your Goliath Grouper fishing charter.

Boca Grande Goliath Grouper fishing guide.
Insane Goliath Grouper battles in Boca Grande!

F.A.Q.s

What type of bait is used to catch Goliath Grouper?
The preferred baits to target Goliath Grouper are anything large and struggling. We primarily use stingrays but will occasionally use mullet and catfish.

Can we take the Goliath Grouper out of the water for a picture?
No. Because of their size and weight, significant harm can occur to the Goliath Grouper if taken out of the water. We will, if conditions allow, be able to get in the water with the Goliath Grouper and take a picture alongside the fish.

How much does a Goliath Grouper fishing charter cost?
Our Goliath Grouper fishing charters cost $850 (cash).

What is the best month to fish for Goliath Grouper at Boca Grande?
The best month(s) to fish for Goliath Grouper around Boca Grande is April through July. We catch them year round as long as the weather and conditions are stable.

Where is the best place in Florida to target Goliath Grouper?
Boca Grande is the best place to target Goliath Grouper in Florida because of the proximity to land that we're able to fish and the usual ease of finding bait.

How long does it take to reel in a Goliath Grouper?
The Goliath Grouper battle usually lasts anywhere from 30 seconds to 5 minutes.

How big are the Goliath Grouper caught in Boca Grande?
The Boca Grande area holds all sizes of Goliath Grouper. We've caught them as small as 10lbs and as large as 500lbs.

What is the Florida state record for Goliath Grouper?
The largest recorded Goliath Grouper caught in Florida was 680lbs!