Private St Petersburg Inshore Fishing Charter: Tampa Bay

Fish Tampa Bay's shallow flats, mangrove shorelines and backcountry on a private charter with a local captain

A private inshore fishing charter in St Petersburg puts you on Tampa Bay waters with a licensed local captain who customizes the day around tides, weather and your group's skill level. You target species like snook, redfish, spotted seatrout and tarpon depending on the season. The charter runs 4 or 6 hours and departs from a boat ramp 9 minutes from most St Petersburg locations. All fishing gear, safety equipment and licenses are included.

Step-by-step itinerary

Private inshore fishing charter in St Petersburg

• Meet captain at boat ramp
• Board boat and review itinerary
• Fish in Tampa Bay waters
• Return to departure location

The experience

Your captain meets you at the boat ramp, which has ample parking and restrooms. The ramp sits close enough to central St Petersburg that you're rarely more than 9 minutes from wherever you're staying. Once aboard, the captain goes over the day's plan and helps you settle in. From there, you fish protected shorelines, backcountry areas and waters near the barrier islands: the specific spots shift based on what the tides and fish activity are doing that day. Tampa Bay holds snook, redfish, spotted seatrout, tarpon, sheepshead, snapper, cobia, Spanish mackerel and sharks, though which species you encounter depends on the season and conditions.

The captain runs the trip around your experience level, whether you're introducing your family to saltwater fishing for the first time or chasing a specific species you know how to target. All fishing equipment, safety gear and licenses come with the charter, so you show up ready to fish. Bottled water is provided. When your time is up (either 4 or 6 hours), the captain brings you back to the same ramp where you started.

What’s included

• All fishing and safety equipment.
• fishing licenses.
• bottled water.
• local bathroom and marina facilities at the boat ramp.

Options for this experience

3 options

Morning charter at 7 AM lasting 4 hoursGuide in English · 07:00Private: a 4-hour fishing charter starting at 7AM on a 22' saltwater boat for 1 to 4 anglers.

Afternoon charter at 2 PM lasting 4 hoursGuide in English · 14:00Private: a 4-hour fishing charter starting at 2PM on a 22' saltwater boat for 1 to 4 anglers.

Morning charter at 7 AM lasting 6 hoursGuide in English · 07:00Private: a 6-hour fishing charter starting at 7AM on a 22' saltwater boat for 1 to 4 anglers.

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

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 07:00 and 14:00

Book up to14h 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 effortWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller-friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot recommended with heart problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by iOutdoor Fishing Adventures

Is this one for you?Choose the 4-hour morning or afternoon slot if you want a focused half-day on the water. The 6-hour morning charter gives you more time to explore different fishing zones and adjust your approach based on what's biting.

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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 species can I catch on a St Petersburg inshore fishing charter?

Depending on the season and conditions, you target snook, redfish, spotted seatrout, tarpon, sheepshead, snapper, cobia, Spanish mackerel, sharks and other Gulf Coast species. Your captain knows what's active and will focus on the fish most likely to bite that day.

Do I need my own fishing license for a private charter in St Petersburg?

No. Your fishing license is included with the charter, so you don't need to arrange one separately.

How far is the boat ramp from downtown St Petersburg?

The departure point is typically 9 minutes from most St Petersburg locations, so the ramp is close to wherever you're staying in the area.

What's included in the private fishing charter?

All fishing and safety equipment, your fishing license, bottled water, and access to local bathroom and marina facilities are included. The captain customizes the fishing plan based on tides, weather and your group's experience.

Can I book a 4-hour or 6-hour charter, and what times do they depart?

You can choose a 4-hour morning charter departing at 7am, a 4-hour afternoon charter at 2pm, or a 6-hour morning charter at 7am. Pick the option that fits your schedule.