St. Pete Beach Fishing Charters

Enjoy an early morning adventure on the Gulf and get out fishing! Your charter will encompass the nearshore grounds for Snapper, Redfish, Snook, and Spotted Seatrout. All rods, reels, and tackle are included in the price so you can focus on what really matters, fishing! Your trip will also include all the necessary fishing licenses for the day. The captain will clean and fillet your catch for you so you can take it home at the end of your trip. Read More

On this epic nighttime bowfishing trip, you'll have a chance to nail Rays, Sheepshead, Jacks, and other species from the deck of Captain Thomas' 22' Century bay boat. If you like hunting and you like fishing, there's no better way to do both—at the same time! Fish change their behavior at night, when they're less wary of predators and can come out to hunt in the open. Little do they know, you'll be waiting, bow and arrow in hand! You'll have the opportunity to shoot a bunch of species on this trip, so you can fill your cooler with trophies and keepers. Captain Thomas's 22' Century is ideal for this type of shallow water maneuvering. In addition, this boat packs some serious lights to help you spot the fish. Thomas will you meet you at one of many boat ramps in area, and give you a brief safety briefing before you get out there! He'll provide everything you need, so just remember proper clothing and maybe some bug spray and you'll be good to go. No sunscreen necessary on this night trip. Read More

If you’re looking for fish, friends, and family fun, you have picked the ultimate experience, with all three to be found in abundance on one fine fishing boat! Captain Roy was born and raised in the Tampa Bay area and has spent most of his life on the waters of West Central Florida. As a third-generation native Captain, Roy grew up fishing with his father, grandfather, and brother, learning to truly appreciate the wonderful fishing of the Tampa Bay area’s Gulf Coast. He has devoted his career to sharing the ultimate fishing experience with you and your favorite fishing gang. Captain Roy can provide a fun day of family fishing as well as personal fishing guidance for the more serious angler. You will fish aboard his 22’ Skeeter powered by a 250 HP Yamaha engine. Captain Roy provides Eupro rods, Penn reels, and Spiderwire fishing line. You are also welcome to bring your own fly fishing equipment. While fishing inshore you can target a variety of species. Depending on the season you might reel in Redfish, Snook, Jack Crevalle, Cobia, Sharks, and more. Without friends, fishing isn’t as much fun, and you will always find plenty of both friendship and fish when you fish with Captain Roy. A fishing license is provided for you and Captain Roy will clean and fillet any fish you’d like to bring home Read More

Head out with Captain Keith to explore the nearshore and offshore waters of the Florida Gulf Coast on a 4-hour family excursion, a 6-hour getaway, or an 8-hour adventure! Captain Keith's family excursions provide a great chance for families with children that want to get away for some rod-bending action and get back with some porgy and grunt fillets for dinner. Like all of Captain Keith's trips, the half-day 6-hour adventure is dock to dock in around 6.5 hours. With an approximate 1 hour motor on either end of fishing, you get ~4 hours of fishing action. Typical fish caught out on the offshore reefs and in the deep water include Snapper, Grouper, Kingfish, Grunts, Porgy, Mackerel, Sand Perch, and Sea Bass—all a blast to catch and great to eat! No matter which option you choose, Captain Keith's highest priority is to create an experience that will ensure memories for a lifetime. He and his crew will teach you techniques, provide bait, unhooks, and fillet all the fish you catch at the end of the day, making this trip as low maintenance for you as possible! That being said, you're welcome to get as involved as you'd like with your fishing experience. Whether that's lounging and enjoying the ocean breeze until the reel starts screaming or holding the rod in your hand the whole time helping scout for bait pods and sea life, Captain Keith is more than willing to accommodate! Read More

Captain Dmitri will guide you through the waters outside of St. Petersburg, Florida, as you embark on this 4-hour fishing escapade! His 23-foot center console is equipped with a GPS, Fishfinder, Live Bait Well, and an Ice Box. You’ll be targeting the Mangrove Snapper, Redfish, Snook, and Speckled Trout / Spotted Seatrout that live nearshore and around the flats. Don’t forget to bring a hat, sunscreen, and a cooler with ice to take home your day’s catch. Captain Dmitri will provide all rods, reels, tackle, lures, and fishing licenses. He will also clean and fillet your fish at no extra charge! Captain Dmitri takes fishing to a whole new level, so come on down to St. Petersburg and make some memories! Read More

This trip is for your SERIOUS angler who wants to spend some quality time on the water in search of their next MONSTER! This trip allows your Captain to set you up on a variety of different fish from big SHARKS to Goliath Grouper, Big Snook and Tarpon. Depending on the weather you may also have time to troll and bottom fish the nearshore waters and reefs for Mackerel and Cobia. Plan for a great day on the water, and to come home with plenty of fish for dinner!! Captain Matt and his two expert Captains provide themselves on providing a family-friendly atmosphere for all ages and skill levels! Bait, fishing license, rods, reels, and tackle included. All they recommend you bring are your favorite snacks and drink, your sun protection (Sun tan lotion, long sleeve shirts, sunglasses) and your camera to snap some pics! Read More

Captain Chris offer fishing charters for Tampa Bay and The Gulf of Mexico. They know the inlets, islands, and estuaries of the waters around Tampa. When you want to catch kingfish, gag grouper, mangrove snapper, black sea bass, sheepshead, tarpon, Goliath grouper, red grouper, shark and more, they’ll show you where, when and how. They’ll take you to the best spots and guide you around the area. His 22’ Cape Horn comes loaded with all the gear you could possibly need for a successful day out on the water including all the rods, reels, tackle, bait and fishing licenses. So all you have to do is bring your favorite snack and drinks, your sun protection, and your camera and Captain Chris will take care of the rest! Read More

If you're looking to get on some spectacular inshore sportfish in the Tampa Bay/St. Pete area, there's no better guide than Captain Thomas. He's been fishing these waters for more than two decades, and he's studied the prime spots and best holes in order to put you on record-setting fish! You'll be targeting classic inshore species such as Redfish, Speckled Trout, and Snook—sometimes known as the "Florida Triple" or the "Florida Grand Slam". These fish are all great fighters, and are an absolute blast to catch, whether it's your first time out there, or your thousandth. You'll be chasing bites using light-tackle techniques, fishing both live bait and lures depending on the season, water conditions, and weather. Captain Thomas is a pro, and he's got an array of tips and tricks to help you hook a personal best! Thomas runs his trips aboard his 22' Century bay boat—an ideal vessel for hunting lunkers in inshore waters. She's fast, with a 250-HP Yamaha engine, and a hull profile that's sharp enough to cut through chop and shallow enough to get into backcountry channels where big fish like to congregate. She's also equipped with a wireless trolling motor to help you sneak up on your targets, plus a live well for bait and an ice box for your keepers. Everything you need will be provided for you, including rods, reels, bait, and tackle. All you need to bring is sunscreen (lotion only, no spray!), a hat, and a pair of sunglasses to cut the surface glare. Get out there and have a blast! Read More

If you're looking to get on some spectacular Tarpon fishing in the Tampa Bay/St. Pete area, there's no better guide than Captain Thomas. He's been fishing these waters for more than two decades, and he's studied the prime spots and best holes in order to put you on record-setting fish! On this trip, you'll be focused on catching Tarpon, the premier Florida gamefish. These fish are big, beautiful, and known worldwide for their ferocious fighting abilities and acrobatic leaps! Commonly known as the "Silver King", these fish are the top predators in their inshore habitat, and hooking one is the experience of a lifetime. You'll chase bites using light tackle techniques with both bait and lures. Tarpon behavior changes depending on the season, the water conditions, and even the phases of the moon, so Captain Thomas' expertise here is absolutely invaluable. Thomas runs his trips aboard his 22' Century bay boat—an ideal vessel for hunting lunkers in inshore waters. She's fast, with a 250-HP Yamaha engine, and a hull profile that's sharp enough to cut through chop and shallow enough to get into backcountry channels where monster Tarpon like to congregate. She's also equipped with a wireless trolling motor to help you sneak up on your targets, plus a live well for bait. Tarpon fishing is catch-and-release only, so bring a camera! Everything you need will be provided for you, including rods, reels, bait, and tackle. All you need to bring is sunscreen (lotion only, no spray!), a hat, and a pair of sunglasses to cut the surface glare. Get out there and have a blast! Read More

Get ready for an epic day fishing offshore with one of the most elite outfits in the St. Pete-Clearwater Tampa Bay area! Equipped with all the possible federal permits, credentials, and several years of on the water experience, Captains & 1st Mates are here to go above and beyond to do whatever it takes to ensure you have an incredible experience! If you're looking for that next level fishing trip, you've come to the right spot. Our 48' Convertible Pro Tournament Series Yacht vessel is operated under the direction of the exorbitantly credentialed Pelagic Expert Captain and 1st Mate. We are excited to offer this ideal opportunity. On these trips, your Captain & 1st Mate will help you attempt to limit out on species that are in season like Red Snapper, Gag Grouper, Red Grouper, Tuna, Mahi and other species that call the Gulf of Mexico's offshore waters home. You'll be riding out aboard a beautifully maintained BERTRAM 48' Convertible Pro Tournament Series Yacht vessel is equipped with significant horsepower inboard engines and a deep-v that get you to and from the fishing grounds quickly and safely. This vessel’s ride has a reputation in the fishing community as being one of the smoothest and driest on the water. These offshore trips benefit from the Contender’s ability to minimize the amount of time cruising and maximize the amount of time spent fishing. You will depart from the beautiful Tierra Verde Marina Resort in St. Pete. Alongside mega yachts and classy sportfishing vessels. Captain & 1st Mate will help load your gear aboard the boat and ensure you are comfortable and properly briefed for your day before you depart. Suggest that you arrive 30 mins prior to departure time for all trips aboard his boats to ensure your Captain has enough time to get all your gear onboard and properly orient you on the day ahead! His boat is docked at the Tierra Verde Resort Marina but if you are looking to get picked up from a nearby location, Captains are often more than happy to accommodate! All fishing essentials are provided along with a cooler with ice and water. Bring your own lunch and beverages, and a small personal cooler is fine as well. SAFETY, HEALTH & WELFARE ARE PARAMOUNT! We Deliver The Results & Exceed Expectations! Read More

This trip is designed for families with smaller children. We will be fishing a few miles out in calm waters with plenty of fish to catch ! Our vessel is very comfortable and we have lots of fun on our trips . Read More

Get ready for an exciting day of shark fishing in Tampa Bay, Florida! Join Captain Phil aboard his 24' Dorado bay boat and prepare to battle some of the most fearsome predators in the ocean. You'll be targeting Blacktip Sharks, Bull Sharks, and Bonnetheads, all known for their aggressive nature and powerful fighting ability. As you cast your line into the waters of Tampa Bay, you'll feel the adrenaline build as you wait for one of these sharks to strike. When it does, hold on tight and brace yourself for a thrilling battle! Sharks have terrific endurance and can fight for 30 minutes or more. Book your fishing charter with Captain Phil today and experience the thrill of shark fishing in Tampa Bay! Read More