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Pricing Matrix

	8 Hours
6 People	$1,600.00
5 People	$1,600.00
4 People	$1,600.00
3 People	$1,600.00
2 People	$1,600.00
1 Person	$1,600.00

Pay 15% of the price as a deposit today, with the balance due on the day of the trip.

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About Your Trip

Water Type

Deep Sea

Skill Levels

Advanced, Beginner, Intermediate

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather

The grouper diggin’ trip puts us out 30-40 miles offshore targeting either gag grouper, red grouper, or both depending on what is in season. Our main goal on this trip is to get a boat limit (2 per person) on every trip. This trip puts meat in the box! We can also target mangrove snapper, lane snapper, and sometimes red snapper when they are in season.

About Your Trip

Amenities

Water Type

Deep Sea

Skill Levels

Advanced, Beginner, Intermediate

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Fish Cleaning

This guide will clean your catch for you.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Music

You can play your own bluetooth music.

Live Bait

Live bait is included in this trip.

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to kids.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled for a refund up to 3 days before the trip.

Boat Restroom

No, this boat does not have a bathroom on board.

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

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About Your Guide

Captain Sam

Independent Guide 16 yrs of exp.

Talkative

Laid-back

Instructional

Beginner Oriented

Comfortable

Quality

Captain Sam, based in the vibrant coastal city of Clearwater, Florida, is a dedicated fishing guide with a profound knowledge of the Gulf of Mexico's abundant fisheries. With years of experience and a deep passion for angling, he specializes in providing anglers with exciting and productive fishing experiences. Whether you're targeting snapper and grouper offshore, chasing tarpon in the coastal waters, or exploring the inshore flats for redfish and trout, Captain Sam's local expertise ensures...

About Your Guide

Captain Sam

Independent Guide 16 yrs of exp.

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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

300 pound Goliath Grouper

If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?

Blackened fish sandwiches

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

300 pound Goliath Grouper

If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?

Blackened fish sandwiches

Whats your favorite band?

Zach Bryan

Whats your favorite movie?

Fury

Whats your favorite sports team?

Tampa Bay Bucs

Whats your drink of choice?

Water

How did you get started guiding?

Started as a deckhand on a headboat out of high school.

What makes you different from other guides?

Being a true Florida native, and raised knowing the water and boats I have a true passion and drive for what I do.

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Start Location

3900 West Bay Drive, Belleair Bluffs, FL, USA

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Center Console
Boat Manufacturer: Contender
Year Built: 1999
Boat Length: 31'

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Center Console
Boat Manufacturer: Contender
Year Built: 1999
Boat Length: 31'
Engine Manufacturer: Suzuki
Total Horsepower: 600
Number of Engines: 2
Additional Amenities: Livewell

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Trip Details & Amenities

Water Type

Deep Sea

Skill Levels

Advanced, Beginner, Intermediate

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Fish Cleaning

This guide will clean your catch for you.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Music

You can play your own bluetooth music.

Live Bait

Live bait is included in this trip.

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather.

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to kids.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled for a refund up to 3 days before the trip.

Boat Restroom

No, this boat does not have a bathroom on board.

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

Potential Target Species

Gag Grouper
Lane Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Red Grouper
Red Snapper

Techniques

Bottom Fishing
Cut Bait Fishing
Live Bait Fishing

Packing / Extras

Just bring whatever you want to eat and drink for the trip. We also recommend bringing sunscreen, hats, and sunglasses. During the cooler months we recommend wind breaker jackets and pants.

You're all set! You don't need to buy a license for this trip.

We use a cashless autopay system. We'll send you a boarding pass, and on the day of the trip, your guide will scan your boarding pass to automatically transfer the remaining balance. The only cash needed is to tip your guide (we recommend 20%).

Cancel for free up to 3 days before the trip and receive credit back to your account.

If the weather doesn’t cooperate you’ll be covered by our 100% weather guarantee and you won’t lose your deposit.

First Time Booking with Us?

Captain Experiences is the home of over 1500 Damn Good fishing and hunting guides. Our mission is to unlock the outdoors for everyone, and we want to help you get out there through our no-hassle online booking experience and our team of outdoors experts.

We vet our guides to make sure they are the best of the best. We want guides who not only put you on 'em, but show you a great time, keep you safe, and give you a memorable experience with your group.

Once you've paid your deposit at checkout, we'll send you a boarding pass. Just show your guide your boarding pass on the day of the trip, they'll scan it, the remaining balance will transfer automatically, and you'll be all set to get out there. Just make sure you bring a cash tip for the guide!

In the case of inclement weather, our guides will make the call and we'll work with you to reschedule your trip or issue a credit for the full deposit of the trip to be used on any of our trips across the country. Your safety is our top concern.

Each trip’s price is set by the guide and factors in all of their costs. A big determinant of cost is often the type of boat and associated fuel costs, but other guide costs include leases, marina / slip fees, bait costs, and the cost to provide and maintain all of the gear you’ll need on your trip.

Once you book the trip, we will connect you directly with the guide to go over any additional details. In the meantime, our team is always available to answer your questions via email, text, chat, or call!