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St. Petersburg Inshore Adventures

3 - 6 Hours | Flats, Inshore | 1 - 6 People | Trip #4160

About Your Trip

Flats
Inshore
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 ... Read More

About Your Guide

Certified Damn Good Guide
Independent Guide
26 Years of Experience
Talkative
Instructional
Adventurous
Quality
Profile photo of Captain Experiences guide Wade
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 ... Read More

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

500 1st Avenue Southeast, St. Petersburg, FL, USA (this guide can be flexible with their start location) | Bodies of water fished: Tampa Bay

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.

Amenities and Information

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 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

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

Everything you'll need for your trip
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.
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
Cancel for free up to 7 days before the trip and receive credit back to your account.

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
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Reviews

Ben

Verified Review Fishing

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 Fishing

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 Fishing

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

Lannie

Verified Review Fishing

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

David

Verified Review Fishing

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 Fishing

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 Fishing

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!