About Your Trip

Nearshore

Get ready for an unforgettable fishing experience off the coast of Clearwater, FL! On this trip with Captain Alex, you'll be able to chase a ton of different nearshore species, including Cobia, Gag Grouper, Hogfish, Tripletail, Kingfish, and more. With his expertise and knowledge of the area, you'll be in the perfect spot to get after records numbers of a new personal best!

As you venture farther offshore, you'll be surrounded by the stunning scenery ... Read More

About Your Guide

Independent Guide

Talkative

Laid-back

Instructional

Adventurous

Quality

Captain Alex is a third-generation Clearwater native, and he's been fishing the Tampa Bay area for almost twenty years. Capt. Alex prides himself in offering fun and safe trips for his clients of all ages and skill levels, so whatever kind of fishing you're hoping to do, he's got you covered!
In addition, Captain Alex will have more than one recommendation on how to prepare your fresh catch—he's a trained chef who spent seven years working at Bon Appetite, a local hot spot for a ... Read More

Start Location

Seminole Boat Ramp, Seminole Street, Clearwater, FL, USA (this guide can be flexible with their start location) | Bodies of water fished: Gulf Of Mexico, Tampa Bay, Clearwater Beach

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Center Console
Boat Manufacturer: Contender
Year Built: 1999
Boat Length: 31
Engine Manufacturer: Mercury 300
Total Horsepower: 600
Number of Engines: 2

Amenities and Information

Water Type

Nearshore

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 will get a refund if the trip is canceled due to weather.

Boat Restroom

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

Species

Cobia, Gag Grouper, Grunt, Hogfish, Kingfish, Mangrove Snapper, Tripletail

Techniques

Bottom Fishing, Cut Bait Fishing, Live Bait Fishing

Packing / Extras

Everything you'll need for your trip: All rods, reels, and tackle are included, but we also recommend bringing sunglasses, sunscreen, weather-appropriate clothing, and any gear of your own you want to use on the trip.
Where to Buy a Fishing License: No license needed for this trip.

Things to Keep in Mind

Payment & Tipping: 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%).
Cancellation/Refund Policy: The deposit for this trip is non-refundable (but if the weather is too bad to go out, you will still receive a credit back to your account).

Pricing Matrix

	8 Hours	4 Hours
6 People	$1,320.00	$880.00
5 People	$1,320.00	$880.00
4 People	$1,320.00	$880.00
3 People	$1,320.00	$880.00
2 People	$1,320.00	$880.00
1 Person	$1,320.00	$880.00

Reviews

Brandi

Verified Review Fishing

March 24

Awesome experience!! Alex and Tom where great!

Terry

Verified Review Fishing

February 29

Thanks, Jonathan! It was a great experience for me (although seasickness played a part in our trip!!) and my grandson. He definitely wants to do it again with you next year and we already booked our condo so we'll see you next year. By the way, we ...Read More

Terry

Verified Review Fishing

February 29

Great time with a great guy. He's very personable and easy to talk which makes the experience even better. Definitely a next year excursion!

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!