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Pricing Matrix

	6 Hours	5 Hours	4 Hours
4 People	$880.00	$770.00	$660.00
3 People	$825.00	$715.00	$605.00
2 People	$770.00	$660.00	$550.00
1 Person	$770.00	$660.00	$550.00

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, Flats

Skill Levels

Advanced, Beginner, Intermediate

Weather

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

About Your Trip

Experience the thrill of the catch on this charter fishing trip with Captain John on Tampa Bay! You'll be targeting prime inshore species such as Mangrove Snapper, Snook, Redfish, and Speckled Trout, all of which are a blast to hook.

With years of experience under his belt, Captain John knows all the best spots to find these fish, and has tons of tips and tricks to help you land the big ones. Whether you're a seasoned angler or a first-time fisherman, he'll provide top-notch guidance throughout your excursion. And with Tampa Bay's stunning scenery as your backdrop, you'll be sure to make memories that will last a lifetime. Don't miss your chance to reel in the big one with Captain John on Tampa Bay!

Amenities

Water Type

Inshore, 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 John

Independent Guide 41 yrs of exp.

Veteran

Talkative

Laid-back

Instructional

Comfortable

Quantity

Captain John has over 46 years of experience. After the Marines, John decided to start his own charter company and has now been successfully guiding for 20 years. His first passion was Bass fishing, which later transformed into love for saltwater species: for John, there is nothing like hooking into a monster Snook and pulling him out of the Mangroves or chasing Redfish on the flats. His first ever saltwater fish was 30lb bull Redfish,...

About Your Guide

Captain John

Independent Guide 41 yrs of exp.

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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

My biggest bass is 8 1/2 pounds my biggest snook is 40 inches. My biggest redfish is 50 inches and my biggest shark is a 10 foot bull shark.

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

Chicken or shrimp

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

My biggest bass is 8 1/2 pounds my biggest snook is 40 inches. My biggest redfish is 50 inches and my biggest shark is a 10 foot bull shark.

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

Chicken or shrimp

Whats your favorite band?

80’ s Rock

Whats your favorite movie?

Back To The Future

Whats your favorite sports team?

College Football

Whats your drink of choice?

Diet

What was your last halloween costume?

None

What do you want for Christmas this year?

Happy healthy year

How did you get started guiding?

It was something I wanted to try to see if I was any good at it and it turned out I was.

What makes you different from other guides?

My 35 years plus experience and 20 years experience of being a fishing guide understanding how title flow and the weather affects the bite.

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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.

Gandy Boat Ramp, West Gandy Boulevard, Tampa, FL, USA

Areas Fished

Tampa Bay

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Bay Boat
Boat Manufacturer: Ranger
Year Built: 2022
Boat Length: 24'

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Bay Boat
Boat Manufacturer: Ranger
Year Built: 2022
Boat Length: 24'
Engine Manufacturer: Mercury
Total Horsepower: 250
Number of Engines: 1
Additional Amenities: Power Poles, Trolling Motor, Latest Marine Electronics, Cushioned Seats, Live Bait Wells, Fish Finder

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Trip Details & Amenities

Water Type

Inshore, 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

Mangrove Snapper
Redfish
Snook
Spanish Mackerel
Speckled Trout

Techniques

Artificial Lure Fishing
Cut Bait Fishing
Light Tackle Fishing
Live Bait Fishing
Sight Casting

Packing / Extras

Hat, sunscreen, polarized sunglasses, drinks, and snacks.

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.

Reviews

based on 1 review

Karen

Verified Review

February 24

My wife booked a 3 person salt water fishing trip out of Tampa, Florida in Tampa Bay. Our Captain was John that day for 4 bours. The captain arrived early and we were on our way. He explained what we would be doing and gave us many pointers to increase ...Read More

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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!