Captain Kirby's Fishing Charters

About Your Guide

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Alex Kirby

Independent Guide 7 years of exp.
Talkative
Laid-back
Instructional
Beginner Oriented
Adventurous
Quality
Captain Alex, U.S.C.G. Certified and Insured, is a fun and knowledgeable guide to take you fishing in the waters around Manatee County. Captain Alex is a fourth-generation Manatee County native and has been around boats his entire life. He knows these waters like the back of his hand and will do everything he can to make your trip successful and enjoyable. Kids are always welcome aboard – Captain Alex loves teaching them about fishing and watching their faces light up when they reel in a big one! Don't hesitate to book your trip with Captain Alex. You're guaranteed to have a great time – and maybe even catch a record-breaking fish!

About Your Guide

Profile photo of Captain Experiences guide Alex Kirby

Alex Kirby

Independent Guide 7 years of exp.
Captain Alex, U.S.C.G. Certified and Insured, is a fun and knowledgeable guide to take you fishing in the waters around Manatee County. Captain Alex is a fourth-generation Manatee County native and has been around boats his entire life. He knows these waters like the back of his hand and will do everything he can to make your trip successful and enjoyable. Kids are always welcome aboard – Captain Alex loves teaching them about fishing and watching their faces light up when they reel in a big one! Don't hesitate to book your trip with Captain Alex. You're guaranteed to have a great time – and maybe even catch a record-breaking fish!

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
400lb swordfish
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
Smash burgers
What’s your drink of choice?
Run Runner
How did you get started guiding?
I love to fish
What makes you different from other guides?
I actually love watching people catch the fish they are after and the smile on their faces.

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
400lb swordfish
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
Smash burgers
What’s your drink of choice?
Run Runner
How did you get started guiding?
I love to fish
What makes you different from other guides?
I actually love watching people catch the fish they are after and the smile on their faces.

Captain Kirby's Fishing Charters Trips

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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
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Inshore Fishing in Bradenton

Bradenton Classic Inshore

100% (5)
26 ft 1 - 6 People From $500
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Nearshore Fishing in Bradenton

Bradenton Classic Nearshore

100% (5)
26 ft 1 - 6 People From $500
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Nearshore Fishing in Bradenton

Goliath Grouper Handline Special

100% (5)
26 ft 1 - 6 People From $650

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Recent Reviews of Captain Kirby's Fishing Charters

5.0
based on 5 reviews

Ben

Verified Review

Great day on water. Very knowledgeable of the waters, fish, and gear.

Ben

Verified Review

Great day on water. Very knowledgeable of the waters, fish, and gear.
Response from Alex:
Thank you very much and more then welcome back anytime you’re in town!

Response from Alex:

Thank you very much and more then welcome back anytime you’re in town!

Beth

Verified Review

We had a wonderful morning with Captain Alex catching redfish, snook and speckled sea trout. He even cleaned our fish for us.

Beth

Verified Review

We had a wonderful morning with Captain Alex catching redfish, snook and speckled sea trout. He even cleaned our fish for us.
Response from Alex:
I appreciate the review and more then welcome on the boat anytime your in the area!

Response from Alex:

I appreciate the review and more then welcome on the boat anytime your in the area!

Bill

Verified Review

My family fished with Alex today and everyone had a blast. Great guide and wonderful trip and experience with him and Taylor. Would highly recommend them and we plan to book them again in the future.

Bill

Verified Review

My family fished with Alex today and everyone had a blast. Great guide and wonderful trip and experience with him and Taylor. Would highly recommend them and we plan to book them again in the future.
Response from Alex:
We had a blast that day with you guys! More then welcome back anytime your in town!

Response from Alex:

We had a blast that day with you guys! More then welcome back anytime your in town!

Rich

Verified Review

Captain Alex put us on the fish today. We caught snook , sea trout , and hooked into a huge cobia that took my wife for a fun ride until it broke off. It was a fun time and great trip.

Rich

Verified Review

Captain Alex put us on the fish today. We caught snook , sea trout , and hooked into a huge cobia that took my wife for a fun ride until it broke off. It was a fun time and great trip.
Response from Alex:
You guys are welcome back out on the boat anytime you want! Till next trip, tight lines!

Response from Alex:

You guys are welcome back out on the boat anytime you want! Till next trip, tight lines!

Andrew

Verified Review

Captain Alex was a knowledgeable guide. Quick to get everyone's line in the water and manage them whenever there was a tangle or snapped line. Great conversationalist if you wish to chat and fish. Great experience all around, no complaints.

Andrew

Verified Review

Captain Alex was a knowledgeable guide. Quick to get everyone's line in the water and manage them whenever there was a tangle or snapped line. Great conversationalist if you wish to chat and fish. Great experience all around, no complaints.
Response from Alex:
Had a great morning with you guys! Till next trip, tight lines!!

Response from Alex:

Had a great morning with you guys! Till next trip, tight lines!!

Potential Target Species

Color-coded seasonality below is based on the current month (March).
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Techniques

Cut Bait Fishing
Light Tackle Fishing
Trolling

Types of Fishing

Captain Kirby's Fishing Charters Photo Gallery

Bradenton Classic Inshore
October 19th, 2022
Bradenton, Florida
Goliath Grouper Handline Special
October 19th, 2022
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Bradenton Classic Nearshore
June 17th, 2024
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Bradenton Classic Inshore
May 19th, 2022
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Goliath Grouper Handline Special
April 9th, 2023
Bradenton, Florida
Goliath Grouper Handline Special
March 17th, 2023
Bradenton, Florida
Bradenton Classic Nearshore
April 18th, 2023
Bradenton, Florida
Bradenton Classic Nearshore
October 19th, 2022
Bradenton, Florida
Bradenton Classic Inshore
June 17th, 2024
Bradenton, Florida
Bradenton Classic Inshore
October 19th, 2022
Bradenton, Florida
Goliath Grouper Handline Special
June 21st, 2024
Bradenton, Florida
Bradenton Classic Nearshore
April 18th, 2023
Bradenton, Florida
Bradenton Classic Nearshore
October 19th, 2022
Bradenton, Florida
Goliath Grouper Handline Special
June 21st, 2024
Bradenton, Florida
Bradenton Classic Nearshore
October 19th, 2022
Bradenton, Florida
Bradenton Classic Inshore
October 19th, 2022
Bradenton, Florida
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