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Pricing Matrix

	8 Hours	4 Hours
4 People	$1,155.00	$770.00
3 People	$1,072.50	$687.50
2 People	$990.00	$605.00
1 Person	$990.00	$605.00

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

Inshore, Nearshore, Flats

Skill Levels

Advanced, Beginner, Intermediate

Weather

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

About Your Trip

Hop on board with Captain William and prepare for an action-packed day of fishing the flats! Clearwater is home to plenty of productive inshores and flats where you can catch some of the prized fish Florida is known for without going too far from the dock.

On this 4, 6 or 8-hour trip, Captain William will take you to the inshores to target Snook, Redfish, Speckled Trout, Sheepshead, Black Drum, Flounder and Shark, or venture you into nearshore waters where you can go after some Snapper, Grouper, Cobia, Black Seabass, Kingfish, Spanish Mackerel and Shark. You'll be targeting these fish using methods such as light tackle, heavy tackle, bottom fishing, trolling and jigging. Just let Captain William know what you want to catch and he'll get you set up with the best method!

You’ll be fishing aboard a 21' Rabco Marine center console that can hold up to 4 guests. Powered by a 115 HP Yamaha engine, this vessel will have no problem bouncing you around the inshores and nearshores! She comes complete with GPS, Fishfinder, a Flybridge, Live Bait Well and Ice Box to store your catches. Captain William will even clean any keepers for you to take home!

Captain William will provide all rods, reels, tackle, bait and fishing licenses. He'll even provide snacks and water, and on the full-day trips you can expect a tasty lunch too! All you need to bring is polarized sunglasses, a hat, sunscreen and any extra food or drinks you might want. Come see what Clearwater has to offer!

Amenities

Water Type

Inshore, Nearshore, Flats

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.

Live Bait

Live bait is included in this trip.

Location

This guide can be flexible with the departure location.

Weather

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

Boat Restroom

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

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About Your Guide

Captain William

Independent Guide 14 yrs of exp.

Started fishing as a kid in Maine during the summer, dad always had boats so grew up around and on the water, then became an avid fisherman after living in Florida.

About Your Guide

Captain William

Independent Guide 14 yrs of exp.

Started fishing as a kid in Maine during the summer, dad always had boats so grew up around and on the water, then became an avid fisherman after living in Florida.

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Start Location

Your guide can be flexible with your start location.

You can work with your guide after booking to set a more specific start location in the area.

198 Seminole Street, Clearwater, FL 33755, United States

Areas Fished

Tampa Bay
Clearwater Beach

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Center Console
Boat Manufacturer: Rabco Marine Inc.
Boat Length: 21'
Engine Manufacturer: Yamaha

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Center Console
Boat Manufacturer: Rabco Marine Inc.
Boat Length: 21'
Engine Manufacturer: Yamaha
Total Horsepower: 115
Number of Engines: 1
Additional Amenities: GPS, Fishfinder, Flybridge, Live Bait Well, Ice Box

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Trip Details & Amenities

Water Type

Inshore, Nearshore, Flats

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.

Live Bait

Live bait is included in this trip.

Location

This guide can be flexible with the departure location.

Weather

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

Boat Restroom

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

Potential Target Species

Black Drum
Black Seabass
Cobia
Gag Grouper
Hogfish
Kingfish
Mangrove Snapper
Redfish
Sheepshead
Snook
Spanish Mackerel
Speckled Trout

Techniques

Bottom Fishing
Cut Bait Fishing
Drift Fishing
Heavy Tackle Fishing
Light Tackle Fishing
Live Bait Fishing
Trolling

Packing / Extras

Hat, sunscreen, polarized sunglasses. Rods, reels, tackle, Bait, Fishing License included. Lunch is provided.

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 up to 1 day 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.

Reviews

based on 2 reviews

Rebecca

Verified Review

April 6

Captain William was very helpful and knowledgeable of the waters. He was very patient with our children answering a lot of questions and instructing them on how to properly fish.

Luis

Verified Review

June 28

Super fun, good knowledge! Catched some great fish! Can’t go wrong!

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!