Fishing Guide Tampa Bay provides guided inshore light tackle and tarpon fishing charters throughout the Tampa Bay area. Based around Tampa Bay’s most productive inshore waters, we help anglers from nearby communities enjoy a smooth, well-equipped, and memorable day on the water—whether you’re chasing snook on light tackle or targeting trophy tarpon in season.

Our trips are designed for both first-timers and experienced anglers, with expert instruction, quality gear, and a focus on safety and local knowledge. Call 813-540-4202 to book your Tampa Bay fishing charter.

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Serving Tampa Bay and Surrounding Communities

Our launch points and fishing areas make it easy for anglers across the region to access a Tampa Bay fishing charter. We regularly guide trips for customers from:

• Tampa Bay
• Apollo Beach
• Brandon
• Riverview
• Ruskin
• St. Petersburg

Guests from these communities often choose our charters for a convenient inshore fishing experience close to home, with trip options that fit a wide range of schedules and skill levels.

Inshore Light Tackle Fishing Charters

Our inshore light tackle fishing charters are built around the classic Tampa Bay experience—targeting popular inshore species in shallow flats, shorelines, passes, and mangrove edges when conditions line up. We tailor each trip to the day’s tides, weather, and your goals, focusing on smart strategy rather than rushing spot to spot.

If you’re newer to fishing, we keep things simple and hands-on with clear instruction. If you’re more experienced, we dial in on techniques and patterns that put you on more quality fish.

Popular Inshore Species We Target

• Snook
• Redfish
• Spotted seatrout
• Jack crevalle
• Snapper (seasonal/area-dependent)

Tarpon Fishing Charters

Tarpon fishing in Tampa Bay is one of the most exciting inshore experiences in Florida, and our tarpon charters are designed around the conditions that create real opportunities—timing, location, and presentation. Whether you’re hoping to hook your first tarpon or you’re chasing a personal best, we plan the trip around peak windows and realistic expectations.

We’ll walk you through everything from hook sets to pressure and boat positioning, so you’re prepared when the bite happens. Tarpon fishing is a challenge by nature, but with the right plan and guidance, it becomes an unforgettable day on the water.

What to Expect on Your Tampa Bay Fishing Charter

Your trip includes the gear, tackle, and on-the-water coaching needed for a productive day. We focus on clear communication, helpful instruction, and putting you in the best position for success based on current conditions.

• Guided instruction for all experience levels
• Quality rods, reels, tackle, and fishing setups
• Trip planning based on tides, weather, and seasonal patterns
• A safe, professional charter experience

Convenient Access From Nearby Communities

Many of the areas we serve are a short drive to Tampa Bay, making it easy for anglers in nearby cities to get on the water without complicated travel planning. If you’re coming from Apollo Beach, Brandon, Riverview, Ruskin, or St. Petersburg, we’ll help you confirm the best meeting plan when you book.

Book Your Tampa Bay Fishing Charter

If you’re ready to fish Tampa Bay with a guide who knows the local waters, Fishing Guide Tampa Bay is here to help you plan a trip that matches your goals. Call 813-540-4202 to book an inshore light tackle charter or a tarpon fishing charter today.

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