Go Mahi Mahi Fishing in Miami in a Chartered Boat
Miami Inshore Fishing Charters offers the most optimal experience for Mahi Mahi fishing in Miami, Florida. For over 15 years, our Captain Alex Geneteau has led our team to hundreds of expeditions all over Miami, Biscayne Bay, and Flamingo Everglades. We offer a full-service experience with all the fishing materials needed to catch Dolphinfish in our vibrant Miami waters. We provide everything from reels to rods and bait and a one-of-a-kind journey that caters to locals and tourists. Experienced and novice anglers can enjoy our Mahi Mahi fishing expeditions at Miami Inshore Fishing Charters.
Booking is easy—call (305) 282-3086 or contact us through our website. Speak to one of our team members and book a Mahi Mahi fishing charter today!
Mahi Mahi Fishing Booking Details
Booking with us is simple! Miami Inshore Fishing Charters offers trips in 4 to 8-hour blocks, with varying prices. To book an available charter, call (305) 282-3086 or contact us directly through our website, and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible. Our fishing expeditions are best experienced in groups, and families and children are welcome. Our prices are listed below:
| $650 | $780 | $950 |
| 4-Hours | 6-Hours | 8-Hours |
About Mahi Mahi Fishing
Mahi Mahi, or Dolphinfish, is a popular game all over Florida. Its vibrant colors and energetic behavior attract anglers of all expertise. It’s also known as the Dorado and is usually found in waters with warmer temperatures (between 70°F to 85°F), like Miami and areas like Biscayne Bay. Their distinctive body makes it a one-of-a-kind catch that any angler who travels to Miami, Florida, wants to catch. Some unique features of Mahi Mahi fishing include:
- They have a rapid growth rate and can weigh up to 30 pounds or more, making them an exciting and challenging catch because of their sheer size.
- They’re composed of dazzling colors like bright greens, blues, and yellows, so they stand out in Miami waters.
- They’re acrobats, strong, and swim fast, so if you’re looking for a challenging fish to catch, Mahi Mahi is certainly one of the top choices for any angler.
- They’re opportunistic feeders and attracted to various types of baits and lures.
- They’re more active during daylight hours, so we suggest booking a day charter.
Mahi Mahi Fishing Regulations in Florida
The Atlantic Coast is riddled with this popular Dolphinfish. Local Florida state regulations limit the amount of Mahi Mahi that can be caught and the size permitted per catch. These are the local state regulations:
- Maximum size limits:20” fork length
- Daily Recreational Bag Limit:5 per person or 30 per boat
- Daily For-Hire Recreational Bag Limit:5 per person. Limited to number of customers multiplied by bag limit (i.e: if our boat has 3 customers, the bag limit is 15).
Source: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission
- In tropical and subtropical regions like Florida, Mahi Mahi is more common during Spring and Summer.
- They enjoy prey like flying fish, squid, small fish, and crustaceans, so these make for effective baits.
- Trolling is a popular technique for mahi-mahi fishing because of the depth variation, so casting to floating debris or weed lines increases the chances of catching this game.
Mahi Mahi Fishing Techniques
Some popular Mahi Mahi fishing techniques, particularly on the Atlantic coast, include some of the following:
| Fishing Element | What To Use | Why? |
| Technique | High-Speed Trolling | Mahi Mahi are known for their speed, and high-speed trolling covers a larger area for them to strike. |
| Bait | Live bait like small fish or squid | Mahi Mahi are opportunistic feeders that feed on small things like squid, small fish, and other bait. |
| Casting | On weed lines or floating debris | Mahi Mahi is often associated with floating objects like sargassum weed lines and debris. |
| Lures | Brightly colored skirted trolling lures | Brightly colored bait mimics the colors of flying fish or other natural prey and attracts Mahi Mahi. |
| Time of Day | Early morning and late afternoon | Mahi Mahi are more active during the day, so these times are best for catching these coveted fish. |
| Rods | Medium to heavy specialized trolling rods | These rods are designed to handle the stress of trolling multiple lines and Mahi Mahi speed. |
| Reels | Conventional lever drag reels for trolling or a spinning reel with a smooth drag system | It has a good line capacity to handle the potential long runs of Mahi Mahi. |
| Lines | High-test braided line (around 30-50 lbs or more) | The thin diameter of braided lines increases the reel’s line capacity. |
| Hooks | Circle Hooks or J-Hooks are high-quality and corrosion-resistant | Circle hooks are known for hooking fish in the corner of the mouth, reducing the risk of deep hooking. |
| Wire-Leaders | Short wire leaders (12-18 inches) or daisy chains | Mahi Mahi has sharp teeth and can easily cut through monofilament or fluorocarbon leaders. |
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Experience the Thrill of Mahi-Mahi Fishing with Miami Inshore Fishing Charters
Now is the perfect time to book your mahi-mahi fishing trip! Whether you’re an experienced angler or a first-time fisherman, our charters cater to all levels of expertise. Call (305) 282-3086 or contact us through our website today!