Tampa Bay Shark Hunt

4 - 8 Hours | Inshore, Nearshore | 1 - 6 People | Trip #3970

About Your Trip

Inshore
Nearshore
Get ready for an exciting day of shark fishing in Tampa Bay, Florida! Join Captain Phil aboard his 24' Dorado bay boat and prepare to battle some of the most fearsome predators in the ocean.

You'll be targeting Blacktip Sharks, Bull Sharks, and Bonnetheads, all known for their aggressive nature and powerful fighting ability. As you cast your line into the waters of Tampa Bay, you'll feel the adrenaline build as you wait for one ... Read More

About Your Guide

Independent Guide
Talkative
Intense
Instructional
Beginner Oriented
Comfortable
Quality
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 other popular Florida destinations. Book a trip with him to see why Florida is "The Fishing Capital of the World"!

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
415 pound blue Marlin caught on our bay boat
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
Snapper, piccata, or creamy Tuscan mahi
Whats your favorite band?
Well-versed in all genres of music ex musician, turned fisherman
Whats your favorite movie?
Jaws or the outlaw Josie Wales
Whats your favorite sports team?
Florida college football teams
Whats your drink of choice?
Water on the boat kettle and sugar-free lemonade afterwards
What was your last halloween costume?
A pirate same as every day
What do you want for Christmas this year?
Light winds and blue skies
How did you get started guiding?
Many years of being on the water from Tampa Bay to Key West turned into me, showing my friends were not to run ground
What makes you different from other guides?
I don’t rely on information from others what I do are things that I’ve learned over the years myself
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Start Location

550 Bahia Beach Blvd, Ruskin, FL 33570, USA | Bodies of water fished: Tampa Bay, St. Pete Beach

About Your Boat

Boat Type
Bay Boat
Boat Manufacturer
Dorado
Boat Length
24
Engine Manufacturer
Yamaha
Total Horsepower
250
Number of Engines
1

Amenities and Information

Water Type

Inshore, 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.

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.

Live Bait

No live bait provided.

Species

Blacktip Shark, Bonnethead Shark, Bull Shark

Techniques

Cut Bait Fishing, Heavy Tackle Fishing

Packing / Extras

Everything you'll need for your trip
Sunglasses, Weather appropriate clothing & footwear, Sunscreen. Rods, reels & tackle included.
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 refund).

Pricing Matrix

8 Hours 6 Hours 4 Hours
6 People
$1100
$1000
$900
5 People
$1050
$950
$850
4 People
$1000
$900
$800
3 People
$950
$850
$750
2 People
$900
$800
$700
1 Person
$900
$800
$700

Pricing & Availability

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Reviews

Steven

Verified Review Fishing

November 5

We would recommend Captain Phil 100%. He handled two rookies to saltwater fishing and all our questions like a champ. We truly enjoyed the day and to top it off he put my wife on a 5ft bullshark so mission accomplished.

Brad

Verified Review Fishing

Captain Phil is Great!!’n Phil is very personable and put you on fish. Phil shared pointers on fishing techniques to help you catch fish. A lot of fishing action in the Tampa Bay fishery!!! You can’t go wrong by chartering with Phil, you’ll leave a friends. 😎 “Phil’s a damn GOOD ...Read More

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 full refund. 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!