Offshore Fishing Charter Clearwater Beach: 28' Pilothouse

A 28-foot pilothouse built for six, stocked with rods and live bait, captained by someone who knows the Gulf.

An offshore fishing charter in Clearwater Beach aboard a 28-foot pilothouse carrying up to six passengers, captained and crewed by a USCG-licensed captain and first mate who provide all rods, reels, live bait and guidance. You fish for grouper, snapper, kingfish, mackerel, tuna or shark depending on the day's conditions. Families are welcome, and child vests are available. The boat carries a private head, cooler with ice, and your catch can be filleted before you leave.

The experience

The 28-foot pilothouse is outfitted with outriggers, all the rods and reels you need, and live bait: either brought aboard or caught fresh by the captain if you ask. You're fishing Clearwater's deep water with a USCG-licensed captain at the helm and a first mate working the deck alongside you. The boat holds up to six people, so it's small enough that everyone gets attention and space to move, but large enough to handle the Gulf's conditions. A private head is aboard, and the cooler stays stocked with ice to keep your catch fresh.

What you're after depends on the tides and what's running: grouper, snapper, kingfish, mackerel, tuna, or shark. The captain reads the water and positions the boat where the fish are biting. Your job is to hold the rod and fight what takes the hook. Families bring kids along (child vests are provided), and the crew keeps the pace manageable for whoever is aboard. Bring snacks and drinks. The captain and first mate handle the fishing knowledge and the heavy lifting.

Your catch gets filleted on the boat before you head back to shore. The charter includes your fishing license, reef permits, all equipment, and the cooler with ice. You walk off with fish ready to cook. Multiple departure lengths are available, from four hours to a full day, so you can pick the time that fits your schedule.

What’s included

• Fishing license.
• all rods, reels and lures.
• live bait.
• USCG-licensed captain and first mate.
• reef permits.
• cooler with ice.
• filleting service.
• private head (toilet).
• child vests for families.

Options for this experience

6 options

Neptune's Feast - 4-hour fishing tripGuide in English · 09:00 and 15:00Offshore fishing lasting 4 hours

Dark Water Mayhem-Shark FishingGuide in English · 07:00 and 16:00Shark fishing lasting 6 hours

Sailor's Quest-6hr FishingGuide in English · 07:00Offshore fishing lasting 6 hours

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Predator Pursuit-8hr FishingGuide in English · 06:00, 07:00 and 08:00Offshore fishing lasting 8 hours

Deepwater Voyage-10hr FishingGuide in English · 06:00, 07:00 and 08:00Offshore fishing lasting 10 hours

Wrath of the Deep - 12-hour fishing tripGuide in English · 06:00, 07:00 and 08:00Offshore trip lasting 12 hours

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day6 departure times: the first at 06:00, the last at 16:00Last departure this season: 31 Dec

Book up to1d before

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortPets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Gods of Rods Fishing Charters

Is this one for you?Book a four-hour charter if you want a half-day on the water. Choose six, eight, ten or twelve hours if you're willing to spend more time fishing and want a better shot at larger catches farther offshore.

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Top questions

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What kind of fish will I have a chance to catch?

Grouper, snapper, kingfish, mackerel, tuna, and shark are all possibilities depending on the season and what's biting that day. The captain chooses the fishing grounds based on current conditions and what's running.

Is this charter suitable for kids and families?

Yes, families are welcome aboard. Child vests are available, and the crew adjusts the pace to keep everyone comfortable. The boat's size means kids stay close to the action without feeling crowded.

What's included in the price, and what do I need to bring?

The charter includes your fishing license, all rods and reels, live bait, reef permits, a cooler with ice, filleting of your catch, and use of the private head. Bring snacks and drinks to keep your energy up during the day.

How many people can fit on the boat?

The 28-foot pilothouse carries up to six passengers, plus the captain and first mate. The smaller group size means the crew can give everyone personal attention.

Will my catch be cleaned before I leave?

Yes, the crew fillets your fish on the boat before you return to shore, so you leave with your catch ready to cook.