Tampa Bay Fishing Guide - Fishing Charters out of Tampa Bay, FL
Get ready for your next tampa bay fishing charter with Fishing Guide Tampa Bay! Choose from half-day and full-day inshore fishing charters in Tampa Bay's best spots. Our 5-star tampa fishing charters use Canyon Bay boats (24 to 28 feet) with the latest tech and quality gear. Each boat fits 6 people safely with good fishing space. Our guides specialize in inshore fishing, helping you catch Snook, Redfish, Trout, and Tarpon. We know the spots where fish gather and can show you how to catch them. Make great memories on the water with family and friends. Join us for a day of fishing in Tampa Bay's clear waters!
Tampa Bay Fishing Charter Options
Inshore Light Tackle Fishing Charters
Fish Tampa Bay's rich inshore waters for snook, redfish, and trout. Perfect for both new and experienced anglers, with all gear provided.
Tarpon Fishing Charters in Tampa Bay
Chase the mighty Silver King in Tampa Bay's waters. Our guides know the best spots and times to catch these powerful game fish.
Custom Trips Starting at
$600*
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813-444-5955
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Who We Are
Fishing Guide Tampa Bay
Our Tampa Bay fishing guides bring years of local water knowledge to every charter trip. Each guide knows Tampa Bay's fishing spots inside and out, helping both new and experienced anglers find success on the water. Our team runs clean, safe, and fully-equipped charter boats, taking you right where the fish are biting.
Our guides are active members of the Florida Guide's Association, working to protect and maintain Florida's fishing resources for future generations.
Tampa Bay Fishing Guides & Charters
Since the late nineties, our fishing guides have mastered Tampa Bay's waters. Our Tampa Bay fishing charters run multiple boats for all types of inshore fishing charters in Tampa Bay.
We run small private charters perfect for family fishing trips, and can also arrange multiple boats for larger group or corporate events.
Our guides fish all parts of Tampa Bay, from the flats to the passes. Tampa Bay offers some of Florida's best fishing spots, and we know exactly where to find the fish you want to catch.
Call us at 813-444-5955 to plan your perfect Tampa Bay fishing charter - we'll match you with the right charter option.
let's get your next big fish on here!
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Do You Need a Fishing License for a Tampa Bay Charter?
Fishing charters in Tampa Bay take care of the license for you. You get on the boat, you’re covered. No paperwork, no extra steps, no confusion. The captain’s license handles it all so you can just fish. When you book with us, you can trust that every detail is handled before you even step aboard. Charter Boats Handle the Paperwork Charter captains in Tampa Bay don’t leave licensing to chance. Every reputable guide keeps a vessel license that covers every recreational angler on board. You step on the boat, you’re covered. No extra forms. No last-minute ...
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How Weather Impacts Fishing in Tampa Bay
Wind runs the show on Tampa Bay. It moves everything - fish patterns, bait schools, even where you can fish. A north breeze sends fish to deeper spots. When it blows from the southeast, that's prime time for tarpon fishing. West winds rough up the bay and push you to find cover. East winds keep fishing simple and steady. Strong gusts empty the flats fast. Smart anglers duck behind mangroves, bridges, or islands - places where the water stays calm and bait sticks around. Not sure how to play the wind? Our guides read these patterns daily and know exactly ...
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What to Bring on a Fishing Charter in Tampa Bay
Tampa Bay fishing demands the right gear. Skip the basics and you'll pay for it - burning sun, soaked feet, and hours of discomfort instead of fishing. Smart preparation changes everything. We watch it daily as guides: the folks who come ready catch more and smile more. Our years on these waters prove it's not just about the fishing - it's about being set up to handle whatever Tampa Bay throws at you. Clothing That Works All Day Tampa Bay weather plays rough. Morning sun hits like a hammer. By lunch, you're swimming in humidity. Then ...
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