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Pricing Matrix

	6 Hours	4 Hours	3 Hours
6 People	$990.00	$770.00	$660.00
5 People	$935.00	$715.00	$605.00
4 People	$880.00	$660.00	$550.00
3 People	$825.00	$605.00	$495.00
2 People	$770.00	$550.00	$440.00
1 Person	$770.00	$550.00	$440.00

Pay $200 as a deposit today, with the balance due on the day of the trip.

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About Your Trip

Water Type

Inshore, Flats

Skill Levels

Advanced, Beginner, Intermediate

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather

About Your Trip

Get out there and enjoy a fun, laid-back light tackle sportfishing trip on beautiful Tampa Bay. On this trip with 27 year veteran Captain Wade, you'll be going after classic species including snook, redfish, seatrout, and more! There are multiple options for your adventure, so you can find what's best for you.

On the three-hour charter, you'll get a great introduction to Tampa Bay and have time to catch multiple species of fish. This is ideal for visitors, first-timers, couples, seniors, or parents with children of all ages. Of course, you'll be treated to professional, family-friendly service and courteous expert instruction.

Four hours provides a greater opportunity to cover a larger area of Tampa Bay and catch more fish. Many people find this amount of time ideal for entertaining friends, clientele or hosting bachelor parties. Have a blast, while competing to see who catches the biggest fish or most fish.

Six hours is highly recommended to maximize your fishing adventure on Tampa Bay. This charter is ideal for avid anglers, and enthusiasts looking to hone their inshore angling skills. Experience fishing numerous grass flats, mangrove shorelines, oyster beds, creeks and back-bays.

No matter the adventure you select, you'll have a great time fishing with Captain Wade! He provides premium spin, fly or plug fishing tackle such as G-Loomis, Bull Bay, Penn, Sage and Tibor. Live-bait, flies, artificial lures, ice, bottled drinking water and sunscreen lotion is also provided. He will also fillet, bag, and ice your catch, should you decide to keep some fish for lunch or dinner!

His 24' Sheaffer, “regarded as the best bay boat in the industry,” is ideal for fishing the inshore environment and was refurbished in 2022 with brand-new electronics and motor. Get out there and enjoy all that Tampa Bay has to offer!

Afishionado, "Always an Adventure."

Amenities

Water Type

Inshore, Flats

Skill Levels

Advanced, Beginner, Intermediate

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Fish Cleaning

This guide will clean your catch for you.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Music

You can play your own bluetooth music.

Live Bait

Yes, Included

Location

This trip has multiple pickup locations.

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather

Boat Restroom

No, this boat does not have a bathroom on board.

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About Your Guide

Captain Wade

Certified Damn Good Guide

Independent Guide 26 yrs of exp.

Talkative

Instructional

Adventurous

Quality

About Your Guide

Captain Wade

Certified Damn Good Guide

Independent Guide 26 yrs of exp.

Tampa/St. Petersburg fishing guide, Captain Wade, holds a USCG 100-Ton Master, Merchant Mariner Credential and has been plying the waters of Tampa Bay as a professional full-time guide, since 1997.

Wade has been featured on numerous TV shows including Average Angler Adventures, 10 News WTSP “Do My Job” with anchor Joe Gumm, The Fishing Challenge, Fish Buzz TV, Your Guide to Fishing with Captain Mel Berman, Bay News 9’s On the Water segment and featured in a Bay News 9 “Klystron 9 Radar” promo. Some of these appearances can be viewed on the video page.

Tournament winning captain Wade strives to make every charter a memorable fishing adventure. With immense satisfaction he passes on his knowledge, skills and passion for the sport. Whether instructing children or novice anglers, his approach is patient and courteous. When it comes to guiding avid anglers, Wade understands they just want to catch fish. Local fishing enthusiasts and vacationing anglers alike find his fishing charters to be an enjoyable and informative experience.

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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

Tarpon

If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?

Snook

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

Tarpon

If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?

Snook

Whats your favorite movie?

JAWS

How did you get started guiding?

Winning lots of tournaments!

What makes you different from other guides?

Whether I’m guiding one or six anglers to some of the world’s best inshore fishing, you’ll never catch me fishing myself or sitting on my butt. That’s because I’m too busy chumming, rigging, baiting hooks and releasing fish. I pride myself as being the hardest working fishing guide in Tampa Bay, so I remain on my feet tirelessly during your entire charter making sure you have the very best fishing trip experience available.

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Start Location

Your guide can be flexible with your start location.

You can work with your guide after booking to set a more specific start location in the area.

5108 West Gandy Boulevard, Tampa, FL, USA

Areas Fished

Tampa Bay

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Center Console
Boat Manufacturer: Sheaffer
Year Built: 2002
Boat Length: 24'

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Center Console
Boat Manufacturer: Sheaffer
Year Built: 2002
Boat Length: 24'
Engine Manufacturer: Yamaha
Total Horsepower: 300
Number of Engines: 1
Additional Amenities: T-top with shade, VHF radio, radar, chart plotter, fish finder, Power Poles, trolling motor, two live wells, large fish box and beverage cooler.

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Trip Details & Amenities

Water Type

Inshore, Flats

Skill Levels

Advanced, Beginner, Intermediate

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Fish Cleaning

This guide will clean your catch for you.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Music

You can play your own bluetooth music.

Live Bait

Yes, Included

Location

This trip has multiple pickup locations.

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather

Boat Restroom

No, this boat does not have a bathroom on board.

Potential Target Species

Blacktip Shark
Bonnethead Shark
Cobia
Jack Crevalle
Lemon Shark
Mangrove Snapper
Redfish
Sheepshead
Snook
Spanish Mackerel
Speckled Trout

Techniques

Artificial Lure Fishing
Bottom Fishing
Cut Bait Fishing
Drift Fishing
Fly Fishing
Jigging
Light Tackle Fishing
Live Bait Fishing
Sight Casting
Topwater Fishing

Packing / Extras

Bring a hat, polarized sunglasses and non-aerosol sunscreen. NOTE: Aerosol spray sunscreen is not allowed aboard Afishionado, because it will stain the boat’s upholstery. (Sunscreen lotion is provided.) You should also wear non-skid sandals or shoes and comfortable clothing. Also bring any food, snacks or additional beverages you would like. If you bring beer, canned beer only. Finally, don’t forget to bring a cooler if you plan on keeping some fish. A Florida fishing license is provided for all passengers. Premium spin, fly and plug fishing tackle such as G-Loomis, Penn, Sage and Tibor. Live-bait, flies, artificial lures, ice, bottled drinking water and sunscreen lotion is also provided. I also fillet, bag, and ice your catch, should you decide to keep some fish for lunch or dinner.

You're all set! You don't need to buy a license for this trip.

We use a cashless autopay system. We'll send you a boarding pass, and on the day of the trip, your guide will scan your boarding pass to automatically transfer the remaining balance. The only cash needed is to tip your guide (we recommend 20%).

Cancel for free up to 7 days before the trip and receive credit back to your account.

If the weather doesn’t cooperate you’ll be covered by our 100% weather guarantee and you won’t lose your deposit.

Reviews

based on 8 reviews

Brian

Verified Review

May 8

Captain Wade was great. Worked hard and put me in lots of fish! Will definitely call him again!

Ben

Verified Review

March 9

We had a great afternoon of fishing with Captain Wade in Tampa Bay; catching snook and redfish. Wade knows the bay well and he put us in the right spot for the conditions. We were originally scheduled for a Sunday morning trip but when the weather was not looking ...Read More

Ashley

Verified Review

February 22

Captain Wade was great! We were a bit late getting to the dock due to downtown traffic and we still went out on the water and had a good time. We caught some trout and sheepshead and so many lady fish! He was very informative on techniques and areas to ...Read More

Lannie

Verified Review

January 11

Caught lots of fish. Great communication before and during trip. Lots of fun. Will book with him again.

Lannie

Verified Review

January 11

Caught lots of fish. Great communication before and during trip. Super fun time. Will book from again.

David

Verified Review

September 17

Captain Wade was the absolute best! He came fully prepared with the best rods and plenty of bait to last the entire day. His expertise is second to none, a true professional. On top of that, he put us on fish all day long.

Quint

Verified Review

August 19

Wade was awesome. We caught fish on the first cast, literally. It took about 30 seconds. I took my kids and my son-in-law and we had a fantastic time. I highly recommend Wade and I will definitely be back!

Henry

Verified Review

May 11

Wade was great! Patient with us newbie fishermen and didn't give up trying to find us fish for dinner. Great time. Thanks!

First Time Booking with Us?

Captain Experiences is the home of over 1500 Damn Good fishing and hunting guides. Our mission is to unlock the outdoors for everyone, and we want to help you get out there through our no-hassle online booking experience and our team of outdoors experts.

We vet our guides to make sure they are the best of the best. We want guides who not only put you on 'em, but show you a great time, keep you safe, and give you a memorable experience with your group.

Once you've paid your deposit at checkout, we'll send you a boarding pass. Just show your guide your boarding pass on the day of the trip, they'll scan it, the remaining balance will transfer automatically, and you'll be all set to get out there. Just make sure you bring a cash tip for the guide!

In the case of inclement weather, our guides will make the call and we'll work with you to reschedule your trip or issue a credit for the full deposit of the trip to be used on any of our trips across the country. Your safety is our top concern.

Each trip’s price is set by the guide and factors in all of their costs. A big determinant of cost is often the type of boat and associated fuel costs, but other guide costs include leases, marina / slip fees, bait costs, and the cost to provide and maintain all of the gear you’ll need on your trip.

Once you book the trip, we will connect you directly with the guide to go over any additional details. In the meantime, our team is always available to answer your questions via email, text, chat, or call!