Fishing Charters
Fish Sarasota Bay, Tampa Bay & the Surrounding Waterways
Expert Guided Sarasota Fishing Charters
Fish Sarasota Bay and the surrounding waterways with a lifelong Floridian outdoorsman.
Captain Jim Simmons specializes in Sarasota, Tampa Bay, and near shore fishing with
light tackle. Your captain is U.S. Coast Guard licensed and fully insured.
On your fishing charter, you may target snook, snapper, redfish, trout, mackerel,
grouper, and other local fish species. Fishing charters take place on a spacious
26 ft Andros boat and can accommodate up to 6 people per trip.
Captain Jim provides rods, reels, and live or artificial bait prepared in advance,
giving you more time on the water for an enjoyable fishing experience.
What’s Included
- Rods and reels
- Live and artificial bait
- Cooler with ice
- Experienced local captain
- Light tackle fishing
- Up to 6 people per trip
Fishing Charter Pricing
Most Popular
Half Day Fishing Charter
4 Hours
- Our most popular fishing charter
- Fish Sarasota Bay area waters
- Target a variety of local fish species
- Expert guidance from Capt. James Simmons
6 Hour Fishing Charter
6 Hours
- Great for more time on the water
- Not quite a full-day trip
- Maximize your fishing time
- Ideal for experienced anglers or serious beginners
Full Day Fishing Charter
8 Hours
- Spend a full day fishing Gulf waters
- Guided by a lifelong Florida outdoorsman
- Pickup from available pickup locations
- Best option for a full fishing experience
Sunset Fishing Charter
Approximately 2.5 Hours
- Fish under a beautiful evening sky
- Relax while watching the sunset
- Great for kids or beginners
- Pickup is roughly 2 hours before sunset
What to Bring
- Drinks and snacks
- Sunscreen
- Hat and sunglasses
- Loose, light-colored clothing for summer
- Warm clothing or windbreaker for fall and winter
- Tennis shoes, sneakers, or shoes with good grip
A stop at local sandbars can also be arranged if your party would like to enjoy time
in the water at the end of the trip.
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