Florida Kite Fishing
Kite fishing is a unique and highly effective technique that allows us to fish the entire water column! It’s extremely popular in our waters, giving anglers the chance to target multiple species at once, rather than just one.
The best part about fishing in South Florida is that you don’t need a full day to catch a sailfish. While longer trips increase our chances of finding sailfish and the hottest bite, shorter trips can still offer exciting action. Once we set up at a prime spot, we typically position the boat into the wind and fish three baits on each kite while idling around. This method allows us to bottom fish and use live baits in the mid-water column, ensuring we cover the entire water column for maximum opportunity.
Target Species
Sailfish are typically the primary target, but kite fishing allows us to catch a wide variety of species. Common bycatch includes Kingfish, Blackfin Tuna, Mahi Mahi, Wahoo, Bonita, and more. During our peak season from March to May, it’s not uncommon to hook multiple Sailfish and other species—it’s the best kind of chaos! We generally offer kite fishing trips from November through June.
Where We Fish
We typically stay within ¾ to 2 miles of shore. However, the distance we travel north or south depends on the trip duration. On longer trips, we often run 25-30 miles in search of clean water and strong current. We typically fish in depths ranging from 80 to 300 feet, around artificial reefs, wrecks, or any area holding a large concentration of bait.
What's Included
- All tackle
- Bait
- Ice
- Cooler
- Fish cleaning service
- All necessary federal licensing
- Experienced captain and mate
What To Bring
Feel free to bring anything you’d like for your day on the water! This includes food and drinks (other than water), as well as sunscreen and sun protection like hats, buffs, or hooded sun shirts. Be sure to pack polarized sunglasses to reduce glare and help spot fish, and don’t forget your camera to capture those trophy moments with your catch.
- A customary 20% tip for the hardworking mate is appreciated
- Food & drinks you'd like for the day, excluding water
- Sun protective clothing
- Sunscreen
- Polarized Sunglasses
- Camera
- Spray Sunscreen
- No hard liquor (nothing good comes from a bottle of liquor in the summer sun)
Florida Kite Fishing FAQs
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From $400
Trip Rate
second-generation charter fisherman
Capt. Lou Perez
I was born and raised in Fort Lauderdale as a second-generation charter fisherman and have fished our local waters for over three decades. My life revolves around fishing, and I hold a high standard for every trip. I build almost all of the equipment we fish with, and look forward to showing you a memorable day on our special fishery!
The Ultimate Fort Lauderdale Offshore Boats
45’ Hatteras |
28’ center console
We run two highly specialized boats to suit every type of fishing adventure. Our 45’ Hatteras has been custom built and fine-tuned over the past 15 years for comfort, range, and serious offshore performance. Our 28’ center console was custom restored specifically for Southeast Florida fishing.