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Inshore, Nearshore Fishing in Holmes Beach

Tampa Bay Big Fish Special

NEW Guided by Joe
23 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,300
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Inshore, Nearshore, Flats in Holmes Beach

Tampa Bay Toads!

100% (1) Guided by Nick
24 ft 1 - 6 People From $600
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Inshore Fishing in Holmes Beach

Holmes Beach "Silver King" Slam

100% (2) Guided by Taylor
24 ft 1 - 6 People From $775
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Nearshore Fishing in Holmes Beach

Grouper, AJ's, Tuna, And More

100% (2) Guided by Taylor
24 ft 1 - 4 People From $1,060
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Nearshore Fishing in Holmes Beach

Tampa Nearshore Trip

NEW Guided by Josh
26 ft 1 - 6 People From $700
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Nearshore Fishing in Holmes Beach

Holmes Beach Nearshore Trip

100% (1) Guided by Scott
25 ft 1 - 6 People From $650
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Holmes Beach Reef Trip

100% (2) Guided by Taylor
24 ft 1 - 6 People From $920
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Inshore, Nearshore Fishing in Holmes Beach

Shark Trip

100% (2) Guided by Taylor
24 ft 1 - 6 People From $575
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Inshore Fishing in Holmes Beach

Holmes Beach Inshore Hookfest

100% (2) Guided by Taylor
24 ft 1 - 6 People From $550
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Inshore, Nearshore Fishing in Holmes Beach

Anna Maria Inshore And Nearshore

100% (7) Guided by Randall
25 ft 1 - 3 People From $600
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Inshore, Jetty, Flats in Holmes Beach

Kendall Fishing Trip

NEW Guided by Phil
24 ft 1 - 2 People From $800
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This trip is managed by a veteran of the US armed forces.
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NEW Guided by Frank
36 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,800
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Everything to Know About Booking a Holmes Beach live bait fishing charter

What are the best live bait fishing charters in Holmes Beach?

The best live bait fishing charters in Holmes Beach are:

Why should I book a live bait fishing charter in Holmes Beach with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 134 live bait fishing trips in Holmes Beach, and the most popular trips in the area are Shark Trip guided by Taylor, Tampa Bay Big Fish Special guided by Joe, and Anna Maria Inshore and Nearshore guided by Randall.

Our guides in Holmes Beach are rated a 4.95 out of 5 based on 4441 verified reviews on Captain Experiences.

All guides on Captain Experiences are vetted by our team. You can access their reviews, click through trip photos, read bios to get to know them, and preview trip details like species, techniques, group sizes, boat specs and more.

Looking for kid friendly live bait fishing guides / fishing lessons in Holmes Beach? Check out our beginner and family friendly live bait fishing guides in Holmes Beach.

What types of live bait fishing charters are common in Holmes Beach?

Inshore fishing is the most popular type of fishing for live bait fishing in Holmes Beach as well as nearshore fishing, flats fishing, and jetty fishing.

The most commonly sought after species for live bait fishing in Holmes Beach are: 1. redfish, 2. snook, 3. speckled trout, 4. gag grouper, and 5. mangrove snapper.

How much do Holmes Beach live bait fishing charters cost?

Prices for live bait fishing in Holmes Beach can range anywhere from about $550 to $5,000, but the average price for a half day trip for live bait fishing in Holmes Beach is $1,157. The average price for a full day trip for live bait fishing in Holmes Beach is $2,535.

Is booking a fishing guide worth the money?

Hiring a guide provides a number of benefits and many choose to book a fishing guide for a combination of experience, local knowledge, convenience, and cost-effectiveness.

Working with experienced fishing guides who know the best local spots and techniques can dramatically increase your odds of a great day. Having someone who is on the water every day and knows the area like the back of their hand is going to give you the best chances of success.

Booking a guide is also more cost effective, especially if you only get out a handful of times per year. When you consider all of the costs you would incur on your own such as the price of a boat, maintenance, insurance, gas, high-quality gear and tackle, repairs, and more, you’ll find that DIY is sometimes not worth the expense.

Even if you’ve got a great setup already in your home waters, booking a guide also provides a great opportunity to experience new techniques, new locations, or even a chance at a new target species to knock off the bucket list.

What month is best for on a live bait fishing charter in Holmes Beach?

The most popular season to go on a live bait fishing charter in Holmes Beach is spring, and most anglers book their trips 10 days in advance.

Do I need a Holmes Beach fishing license and what are the bag limits in Holmes Beach?

See here for more information on fishing licenses in Holmes Beach, bag limits for target species, and fishing season regulations in Holmes Beach. When in doubt, your fishing guide will always know the right rules and regulations in Holmes Beach.

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Great day of fishing. Captain Andrew knows his Florida fishing. We were put on the fish right away. We moved around just to fill our requests of a few different species. At ease personality, great instructions, feedback, upbeat attitude.

    Jeff G. | April 28, 2025

    Trip: Inshore Fishing Trip AM

  • ★★★★★
    We had a lot of fun

    Evan V. | April 27, 2025

    Trip: 4-8 Hour Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Great fishing trip with Wes. If your looking for a captain that knows where to fish call Wes. Been on other trips and this was the best trip ever!

    Debbie D. | April 27, 2025

    Trip: Anna Maria Inshore Adventures

  • ★★★★★
    Dillion was awesome. Definitely would recommend booking with him if you can!

    Darien L. | April 27, 2025

    Trip: Targeted Flats Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Great trip start to finish. An excellent day on the water

    James M. | April 23, 2025

    Trip: Tampa Inshore Adventures

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Dillon was awesome! As newbies to fishing, he spent a lot of time teaching us about the ins and outs of fishing, equipment, tricks, bait, fish… it was an amazing experience and we can’t wait to go out with him again!

    Jessica L. | April 22, 2025

    Trip: Targeted Flats Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great time! Captain Dillon is professional, knowledgeable, and he helped us the entire time. He was ready when we arrived and had everything we needed for the trip. We will definitely book another trip with Captain Dillon!

    Olivia P. | April 19, 2025

    Trip: Targeted Flats Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Great Trip! We caught 4 different species of fish and constant action. Taylor was very knowledgeable of the area, safe and fun to fish with!! I will book a trip with him again!

    Eric U. | April 18, 2025

    Trip: Inshore Fishing Charter Bradenton

  • ★★★★★
    What a fantastic day out on the water!!! My family came in from out of town looking to go on a deeper fishing trip. Greg came highly recommended both by the booking agent as well as previous reviews. Our hopes of having fun and catching some big fish were exceeded both by the amount and size of fish that were caught as well as the variety. Greg really showed his knowledge and experience by his ability to put us “on the fish”! Robbie, the captain’s right hand man, was so awesome as well! He kept all the lines baited and really taught us how to not lose the fish while reeling them in. The entire day was a blast and an unforgettable adventure!!! Thank you again Greg and Robbie from the Shannon Clan!

    Michael S. | April 17, 2025

    Trip: St. Pete Offshore Experience

  • ★★★★★
    Joe and John (first mate) did a fantastic job putting us on fish! We brought home a load and had a great time.

    Darryl S. | April 16, 2025

    Trip: Full Day St Pete Offshore

  • ★★★★★
    Fun trip with George. Very professional and helpful.

    James M. | April 14, 2025

    Trip: Tampa Bay Inshore Fun

  • ★★★★★
    Chris was amazing, from beginning to end. Very personable, professional and knowledgeable. We hope to use him again very soon!!!

    Scott C. | April 14, 2025

    Trip: Tampa Bay Fishing Classic

  • ★★★★★
    Great guide. Put us one the fish and had an awesome time.

    Clint A. | April 12, 2025

    Trip: Targeted Flats Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Henry was awesome… He is great with kids and fun to fish with… We look forward to another opportunity to fish with him on another day in the future

    Kylan W. | April 9, 2025

    Trip: Shark Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Hank hit all the right spots to catch enough tasty sheepshead fish and snapper to make a great fishing day out of a bad weather one. As a fair weather recreational boater and fisherman we were able to avoid the seasickness from the choppy windy conditions and make it worthwhile for the 3 teen boys for 4 hours hooking probably twenty fish with 8 good size keepers filleted by him right on shore.

    James A. | April 5, 2025

    Trip: 4-8 Hour Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Cody was amazing. I have two teenage daughters and he was very patient and helpful. We caught over 80 fish in 3.5 hours. It was a great experience!! We caught Sea Trout, Ladyfish, Catfish, Jack Fish, Spanish Mackerel, and Flounder. When we return to Sarasota, we will be giving Cody a call for another trip.

    Ryan G. | April 4, 2025

    Trip: Southwest Florida Fishing Adventure

  • ★★★★★
    Great tour guide. Very knowledgeable and made sure we had a blast. Thank you..

    Darrell F. | March 28, 2025

    Trip: St. Pete Offshore Experience

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Chris was welcoming, friendly, and professional. The boat was clean and the gear was ready to go and in great shape. We would definitely fish with him again!

    Joe H. | March 26, 2025

    Trip: Tampa Bay Shark Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Wade did great! He put us on fish within the first 20 minutes of being on his boat and we were catching fish the entire trip. He did great helping our kids learn how to catch and reel in the fish.

    Jacob F. | March 25, 2025

    Trip: St. Petersburg Inshore Adventures

  • ★★★★★
    Great trip, I finally caught a shark and my daughter and I caught an abundance of eating fish.

    Michael S. | March 23, 2025

    Trip: Offshore Trip - 27' Cape Horn

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