About Your Trip

Get out there and enjoy a fun, laid-back light tackle sportfishing trip on beautiful Tampa Bay. On this trip with 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.

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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.

About Your Guide

Certified Damn Good Guide

25 Years of Experience

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 ... Read More

Start Location

5108 West Gandy Boulevard, Tampa, FL, USA | Bodies of water fished: Tampa Bay

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, Deep Dropping, Drift Fishing, Fly Fishing, Jigging, Light Tackle Fishing, Live Bait Fishing, Scalloping, 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.

Pricing & Availability

To check pricing, please select a trip date, duration, group size and start time.

Cancel for free up to 7 days before the trip.

Reviews

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!

Daniel P.

Fishing

Wade was an incredible guide and the trip was memorable. First time catching Snook, and my son and I caught many more than we could handle. Excellent boat, tackle, bait, and instruction. Couldn’t have asked for a better day. Will be back with some friends and ...Read More

David A.

Fishing

Five of us chartered a 6-hour trip with Wade on his 24-foot Sheaffer the end of February. We had a great day on the water, and caught fish at almost all of the spots he took us. Wade met us at the Grandy boat ramp at 7:30 AM, ...Read More

CORIE D.

Fishing

We had the best morning with Captain Wade. My daughters love to fish and doing a private charter was one of their vacation requests. I am so glad we landed on Wade. We had a memorable morning and we hope to cross paths with him again. Most importantly, Captain Wade is ...Read More

Lucas B.

Fishing

We had a great day on the water with Captain Wade! He put us on fish quickly and was very efficient with rebaiting and taking pictures of us with our catches. We saw lots of dolphins and manatees and he had plenty of witty jokes. Would definitely recommend him for ...Read More for his inland trip!

Alice P.

Fishing

Wade was really fun and worked hard to keep us on the fish. We had a great day and highly recommend his service and fishing expertise.

Jon W.

Fishing

I’ve chartered a lot of fishing services in the past and Afishionado ranks up at the top. In addition to having a well-maintained boat, all the fishing tackle and gear was ready-to-go and in excellent condition. There was also plenty of live bait on board to provide the best opportunity ...Read More

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!