Starting at $900 | 6 - 8 Hours | Nearshore | 6 People | Trip #3967
About Your Trip
Welcome to Tampa Bay, Florida, where the sun is shining, the water is crystal clear, and the fish are biting! Join Captain Phil on a thrilling nearshore fishing adventure aboard his sleek 24' Dorado "hybrid" bay boat. With its shallow draft and powerful engine, this boat is perfect for navigating
... Read More the waters of Tampa Bay and getting you to the best fishing spots.
Under the expert guidance of Captain Phil, you'll be targeting some of the most sought-after species in the area, including Kingfish, Hogfish, and Snappers. These delicious fish are known for their fighting spirit, so get ready for some exciting battles on the water.
As you reel in your catches, you'll enjoy stunning views of the Florida coastline and the surrounding islands. Keep an eye out for dolphins, manatees, and other marine life that call Tampa Bay home!
All passengers 12 and under must wear a life jacket at all times while onboard the boat.
About Your Boat
Boat Type
Bay Boat
Boat Manufacturer
Dorado
Boat Length
24
Engine Manufacturer
Yamaha
Total Horsepower
250
Number of Engines
1
About Your Guide
Certified Damn Good Guide
Captain Phil is a full-service fishing and hunting guide with over 25 years of local knowledge and experience. He takes a unique approach to inshore and nearshore light tackle sportfishing.
Captain Phil also provides extreme angling experiences for Tarpon, Sharks, Goliath Grouper, and seasonal charters for Lobster and Scallops in
... Read More other popular Florida destinations. Book a trip with him to see why Florida is "The Fishing Capital of the World"!
Start Location
550 Bahia Beach Blvd, Ruskin, FL 33570, USA
| Bodies of water fished: Tampa Bay
Amenities and Information
Water Type
Nearshore
Skill Levels
Advanced, Beginner, Intermediate
Tackle
All rods, reels, and tackle are included.
Beer
Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.
Live Bait
Yes, Included
Weather
You will get a refund if the trip is canceled due to weather.
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 refund).
Pricing & Availability
To check pricing, please select a trip date, duration, group size and start time.
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Reviews
C Bunch.
Fishing
Captain Phil was a great guide. Caught a ton of Snook and Brought home 10 snappers!
John S.
Fishing
We had a great time. Captain Phil and Jinger was great leading us into some great fishing.
Colt H.
Fishing
We had a great time with Captain Phil. He was great with my kids we cought numerous types of fish and a couple of sharks.
Landon O.
Fishing
had a great time and caught a big shark definitely recommend to others
John K.
Fishing
I was fortunate enough to have the opportunity to fish with CPT Phil. The man knows his fish like no other. We put more fish in the boat than I’ve caught before. He went above and beyond to ensure us a successful day when many of the locals said it
...Read More was going to be tough to catch them on this particular day due to the weather and rough conditions on the water. I was able to land my first red and snook of my life. To say it was a great day of fishing was a huge understatement. CPT Phil is not just a 5 star Captain but a 5 star man as well. I will highly recommend him for anyone.
David M.
Fishing
Awesome fishing. We had fish on in 3 seconds and caught over 60 snook and snapper in the first 3 hours. 7 nice snappers for hook and cook and they were amazing. Highly recommend and Phil was awesome.
Gary G.
Fishing
Captain Phil knows how to find the fish and will flat put you on them. If the bite slows, he’s on to the next place to get the action fast and furious again. Also a great guy to spend the day with. Happy to say there wasn’t
...Read More a dull moment in the two days we fished with him.
Mychael F.
Fishing
Amazing experience, caught plenty of fish and had a great time with my group. Learned so much from Captain Phil. Completely satisfied customers, (6 of us).
First Time Booking with Us?
Captain Experiences is the home of over 1000 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 full refund. Your safety is our top concern.
Once you book the trip, we will connect you directly with the guide to go over any additional details. In the meantime, our location specialists are always available to answer your questions via email, text, chat, or call!
