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Recently Booked Fishing Charters In Palmetto, Fl

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Inshore, Flats Fishing in Palmetto

Wade Fishing Day Trip

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1 - 2 People From $225
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Deep Sea Fishing in Palmetto

Off-Shore Charters

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Nearshore Fishing in Palmetto

4-8 Hour Nearshore Trip

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Inshore, River, Flats in Palmetto

Back Country Artificial Trip

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Inshore/Nearshore - 25’ Robalo

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25 ft 1 - 4 People From $498
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St. Pete Seasonal Snapper Run

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Red Snapper Fishing Charters In Palmetto, Fl

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Cape Horn Red Snapper

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8hr Red Snapper

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St. Pete Seasonal Snapper Run

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Deep Sea Fishing in Palmetto

Off-Shore Charters

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Inshore, Nearshore Fishing in St. Petersburg

Florida Classics On Light Tackle

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4-8 Hour Offshore

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Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in Sarasota

6 Hour Sarasota Fishing Trip

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Inshore, Nearshore, Jetty in Holmes Beach

Come Fly Some Silver With Us!

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24 ft 1 - 4 People From $900
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Inshore Fishing in St. Petersburg

Night Trip - 26' C-Hawk

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26 ft 1 - 8 People From $500
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Inshore, Jetty, Flats in Indian Rocks Beach

Reel Salty Sport Tarpon Trips

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Everything to Know About Booking a Fishing Charter in Palmetto

Why should I book a fishing charter in Palmetto with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 77 trips in Palmetto, and the most popular trips in the area are Wade Fishing Day Trip guided by Brinkley, Off-Shore Charters guided by Richard, and 4-8 Hour Nearshore Trip guided by Matt.

Our guides in Palmetto are rated a 4.93 out of 5 based on 6836 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 charters / fishing lessons in Palmetto? Check out our beginner and family friendly charters in Palmetto.

What types of fishing charters are common in Palmetto?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing in Palmetto as well as inshore fishing, flats fishing, and nearshore fishing.

The most commonly sought after species in Palmetto are: 1. cobia, 2. flounder, 3. kingfish, 4. red grouper, and 5. redfish.

The most common fishing techniques in Palmetto are light tackle fishing, artificial lure fishing, and jigging but bottom fishing and heavy tackle fishing are popular as well.

How much do Palmetto fishing charters cost?

Prices in Palmetto can range anywhere from about $550 to $2,198, but the average price for a half day trip in Palmetto is $830. The average price for a full day trip in Palmetto is $1,445.

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 fishing in Palmetto?

The most popular season for fishing in Palmetto is spring, and most anglers book their trips 5 days in advance.

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

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

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    We had an incredible trip with an incredible guide!!! He was GREAT with my 9 year old daughter!! He was patient, humorous and extremely helpful with my daughter, wife and myself!! We also caught a ton of BIG fish, including my young daughter!!

    Brent P. | April 7, 2026

    Trip: Tampa Bay Inshore Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Had a great experience with Captain Mike! We were out on a girls trip and our first bow hunting experience. He was easy to communicate with and had all the equipment we needed to have a good time!

    Angela W. | April 6, 2026

    Trip: Bowfishing The Tampa Bay

  • ★★★★★
    Dillon knows his stuff and is a great dude, also great with the kids (teenagers). We hooked into a bunch of trout, mackerel, grouper. I would definitely head out with him again and would recommend him to others.

    David C. | April 4, 2026

    Trip: Tampa Bay Inshore/Nearshore

  • ★★★★★
    Great day on the water with Austin! 🎣 We caught lots of fish and had an all-around great experience. Highly recommend!

    Troy R. | March 28, 2026

    Trip: Inshore

  • ★★★★★
    My son and I had a great time fishing Tampa Bay with Brian!! He knows the bay well, and stays on the fish. Amazing value and an awesome experience!!

    Joe J. | March 28, 2026

    Trip: Tampa Bay Inshore Rodeo

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