Best Fishing Guides in New Orleans

After Hours Bowfishing offers adventurous bow fishing excursions in the Plaquemines Parish, located just twenty minutes outside of New Orleans. No experience is necessary, and all gear plus ice is provided for any catches. Guests must bring a personal cooler, water, food, and a Louisiana basic and saltwater fishing license. Packages for up to four people begin at $750 and up and last approximately four hours.

Big Dog Fishing Charters is a locally-owned and operated fishing guide in New Orleans. It provides boat charters for inland saline waters and transportation services in and out of the marina. Its boats are equipped with ice and fishing equipment, and its guides provide cleaning and bagging services for the fish caught during the trip. Furthermore, the company offers waterfront cabins and apartments for overnight lodging of up to 20 persons. The charter service is headed by Captain David Bourgeois.

Big Easy Fishing Charters is a full service charter company offering fishing experiences for both small and large groups, kayak rentals, and upscale waterfront accommodations. Anglers of all experience can target redfish, flounder, and speckled trout in the hearty waters of Lake Ponchartrain and Lake Borgne. Pricing for up to three passengers is $600. Call directly for large groups, kayak rentals, and accommodation information. Recommended with a Certificate of Excellence on Trip Advisor.

Located thirty miles south of New Orleans, Bourgeois Fishing Charters offers fishing charters on local estuaries and seaplane trips to the Gosier and Chandeleur Islands with access to the best redfish and trout fishery in the United States. Whether it is wade or fly fishing, Captain Theophile will provide all food, drinks, and gear necessary for a memorable experience. Bourgeois has two upscale lodges and offers corporate packages, business retreats, family getaways, and down-home island adventures.

Brock's Charter Fishing is owned by Brock Ledet and operates out of Barataria, Louisiana. Captain Ledet has been offering shallow water charters in the Barataria Estuary for over fifteen years and is certified by the USCG. Excursions include gear, bait/tackle, fuel, ice, sandwiches, water, and fish cleaning. Guests must provide a fresh/saltwater fishing license.

Cajun Fishing Adventures offers premier fishing and fly fishing charters operating on the Lower Mississippi Delta System just an hour outside of New Orleans. Since 1980, the team of eighteen fishing guides have provided corporate, family, and customized charters. Typical fishing targets include redfish, spotted sea trout, black drum, and Gulf flounder. Guests must secure a valid Louisiana fishing license and all other necessary fishing gear is provided. Packages run anywhere from $450-$850. Top rated accommodations are available on-site through Cajun Fishing Adventures at one of three lodges. Ranked number five in Sport Fishing magazine's list of top fishing lodges in North America.

Capt. Phil Robichaux's Fishing Charters offers fishing charters for anglers of all levels out of Lafitte, Louisiana. All excursions specifically target trout and redfish. Guests must bring a fishing license and food. Fishing gear, fuel, ice, bait/tackle, and fish cleaning are provided on board every boat. Onsite lodging is also available.

Dudenhefer's Fishing Charters, Inc. is thirty minutes from New Orleans and based in Saint Bernard. Offering marsh and offshore fishing excursions, Captain Dude will aim to catch a wide variety of local species but specializes in trophy trout and monster bull redfish. A large fleet of fifteen boats can accommodate small groups, large parties, and corporate team building events. All Captains are USCG licensed and fully insured. Excursions include fishing gear, live bait, tackle, ice, gas, fish cleaning, and photography. The charter service also has on-site lodging and a convenience store.

Located in Barataria, Louisiana, 30 minutes south of New Orleans, Griffin Fishing Charts & Lodge offers all-inclusive fishing experiences for individuals and groups. Founded in 1996, the family-owned and operated business offers day trips and weekend experiences, with preferential rates for group packages. Each boat is captained by experienced and knowledgeable fishing guides. Typical catches include Redfish, Speckled Trout, Flounder, and Catfish. Transportation from the airport and any downtown hotel is available on request.

"We Never Strike Out" is the motto of Home Run Fishing Charters and Lodges based in Venice, Louisiana. Modern vessels offer inshore, blue water, and targeted fish charters and are equipped with the latest navigation and fish-finding tools. Tackle, bait, ice, and fish cleaning are provided on every excursion. Guests must purchase a one day non-resident Louisiana fishing license. Packages begin at $750 and up. Top rated accommodations are available onsite for guests who want to stay directly in the marina.

Jakamo South is a year-round inshore fishing charter company and was founded by Captain Jacques Labourer in 2007. Based in Shell Beach, charters fish the Breton Sound region and specifically target redfish, flounder, speckled trout, and sheepshead. Captain Jacques is a local and knows the richest fishing holes since he has been fishing this region nearly all of his life. All skill levels are encouraged and accommodations can be customized for family outings, corporate groups, and bachelor parties. Pricing is $750 for three anglers which includes all gear, ice, and fish cleaning. Clients must provide their own valid fishing license.

Based in Delacroix, Louisiana Fishing Charters offers top notch inshore fishing charters targeting speckled trout, sheepshead, black drum, flounder, and redfish. Excursions are geared to anglers of all levels and include equipment, bait, tackle, fuel, and ice. Guests must provide a valid fishing license and food/beverages. On-site lodging is also available.

Louisiana Fly Fishing Charters is a fly fishing charter company based in Saint Bernard. Four highly experienced Captains provide various excursions in either the Louisiana or Biloxi Marsh focusing on jack crevalle, sheepshead, black drum, and redfish. All gear is provided and clients are asked to secure a three day non-resident Louisiana fishing license. Full and half day trips are offered with pricing beginning at $475 for up to two anglers.

New Orleans Style Fishing Charters is based out of LaFitte, Louisiana, and just a short thirty minutes from the heart of New Orleans. Enjoy charters exploring the Gulf, local marshes, and the bayous of Louisiana. Excursions include fishing gear, tackle, bait, ice, fuel, drinks, and fish cleaning. Guests must purchase a fishing license. All Captains are insured, USCG certified, and licensed by the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries.

Paradise Outfitters has helped customers in New Orleans and nearby areas experience the outdoors for over 20 years. It offers full-day fishing charters and assists guests with fishing equipment operation. The guides use boats fitted with modern radar and GPS systems to ensure customers enjoy a safe and comfortable offshore fishing experience. Paradise Outfitters is affiliated with The International Game Fish Association and gives customers the chance to catch species including tuna, marlin, and snapper.

Pelican State Fishing Charters is located forty minutes from New Orleans in Lafitte, Louisiana. Owned and operated by Captain Dave Therese, this business specializes in redfish and speckled trout but also targets flounder on fishing excursions. All trips fish in the Barataria Basin and include a Captain, fishing gear, bait, fuel, ice, lunch, and fish cleaning. Each charter Captain is insured, certified in first aid, and licensed by the USCG. Overnight trips, sightseeing tours, and waterfront lodging are also available upon request.

Captain CJ Rojas of Rojas Fishing Charters has been a charter guide for nearly twenty years. He is a licensed USCG Captain and operates thirty-five minutes south of New Orleans in some of the best shallow-water fishing areas in the country. A bonafide local, Captain Rojas targets redfish, speckled trout, flounder, black drum, sheepshead, and bass. Every venture includes gear, bait, fuel, ice, drinks, lunch and fish cleaning. Guests are asked to purchase a valid Louisiana fishing license.

Based in New Orleans, Southern Fly Expeditions specializes in saltwater fly fishing in the nearby marshes of the Mississippi Delta. Targeted fish include redfish, speckled trout, black drum, and jack crevalle amongst other local varieties. Each outing includes fishing gear, tackle, fuel, ice, and photos. Guests must bring a valid Louisiana fishing license. Owner and operator, Captain Brandon Keck, is fully insured and authorized by the United States Coast Guard. Active teachers, military, and police officers receive a ten percent discount when booking.

The Big Outdoors Charters operates out of Hopedale, Louisiana, and offers fishing charters within a vibrant marsh estuary. Anglers can target redfish, speckled trout, black drum, flounder and more with any of the USCG licensed Captains. Owner and operator, Captain Britt Ordes, can accommodate small groups, families, and larger corporate events. Pricing varies from season to season, but all trips include fishing gear, bait/tackle, fuel, ice, and fish cleaning. Each guest must provide a three-day non-resident LA fishing license.