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Everything to Know About Booking a Riverview tarpon fishing charter

What are the best tarpon fishing charters in Riverview?

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

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 27 tarpon trips in Riverview, and the most popular trips in the area are Tampa Half Day Trip guided by Matt, Night Fishing Trip - 2 PAX guided by Matt, and Half Day Trip guided by Matt.

Our guides in Riverview are rated a 4.89 out of 5 based on 3708 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 tarpon guides / fishing lessons in Riverview? Check out our beginner and family friendly tarpon guides in Riverview.

What types of tarpon fishing charters are common in Riverview?

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

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

How much do Riverview tarpon fishing charters cost?

Prices for tarpon in Riverview can range anywhere from about $450 to $2,800, but the average price for a half day trip for tarpon in Riverview is $807. The average price for a full day trip for tarpon in Riverview is $1,652.

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 tarpon fishing in Riverview?

The most popular season for tarpon fishing in Riverview is spring, and most anglers book their trips 10 days in advance.

Do I need a Riverview fishing license for tarpon and what are the bag limits for tarpon in Riverview?

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

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Chris is an excellent guide (5 stars). He is very personable and we all became fishing buddies quickly. Enjoyed the action with the spotted seatrout on the flats in southern Tampa Bay.

    John C. | November 16, 2024

    Trip: Tampa Bay Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Bad day for fishing. Captain was great.

    Regina A. | September 21, 2024

    Trip: Inshore Family Fun Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Great time on the water. Chris and Kaden are very knowledgeable. Highly recommend

    Brian P. | July 30, 2024

    Trip: Florida Sportfish on Light Tackle

  • ★★★★★
    Christopher provided an exceptional fishing experience! As an army veteran and seasoned fisherman, his expertise was evident from the moment we set sail. My brother-in-law and I enjoyed a fantastic day in the bay near Tampa, reeling in trout under clear skies. Christopher's attention to detail and care extended beyond fishing – he even offered me water when I started feeling dehydrated. We had a blast and highly recommend Christopher for anyone looking.

    Rocky M. | June 22, 2024

    Trip: Tampa Bay Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Friendly and informative Captain we had an enjoyable morning on the bay.

    Tim B. | June 22, 2024

    Trip: Inshore Family Fun Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Five stars! Fun trip!

    Ray E. | June 22, 2024

    Trip: Inshore Family Fun Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Alex is an awesome guide! Was on time and super fun to hang out with. But mostly importantly he absolutely put me on the fish! Will 100% book Alex again the next time I’m in Clearwater, and you should too if you want the chance to get hooked up with huge tarpon and monster snook!!! A+

    Derek B. | June 19, 2024

    Trip: Clearwater Inshore Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Chris was a great host!! Took my father uncle and I out on a great fishing trip. Very respectful, kind, and great sense of humor. I got the biggest catch of the day with 21 inches we will 100 percent be back. Thanks again Chris!!

    Kiani L. | May 26, 2024

    Trip: Tampa Bay Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    The boys and I had a great time. It was the first time they’d ever been out on a charter. Kevin was a great host he put us on the fish cleaned our catch and was just a joy to spend four hours with. We would highly recommend. Where he picks you up they have valet parking and his boat is just a few steps away.

    Cornelius B. | May 23, 2024

    Trip: Non-Stop Inshore Action

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Nick is a pro!!! We had so much fun and he put us on a variety of fish. Can't wait to eat our trout for lunch now.

    Ken P. | March 3, 2024

    Trip: Tampa Bay Fishing - 22’ Aguasport

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Chris was a awesome guide 5 star

    Robert L. | January 18, 2024

    Trip: Ruskin Fishing Classic

  • ★★★★★
    We had an awesome morning with our terrific guide. Could not have been better. Thanks.

    Chip B. | December 23, 2023

    Trip: Inshore Fishing Trip AM

  • ★★★★★
    Awesome trip, he put me on fish the whole trip. Caught redfish, snook, Jack crevalle, trout and a 4 ft 60 lb bull shark

    Matt D. | November 26, 2023

    Trip: Tampa Half Day Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Craig was great 👍. He told us about the history of the area and went above and beyond to get us fish and show us a good time. The tide and weather was definitely against us but he made the best of it. We had a great time. I appreciated everything and I recommend him for your inshore fishing trip. Thanks again Craig.

    Levi E. | October 19, 2023

    Trip: Clearwater Flats Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    We went out with captain Chris and had a BLAST. Great time great vibes, Chris is a hell of a guy and knows what he’s doing do a T, he put us on tons of fish between the both of us we probably caught around 30 fish in 4 hours!

    Nick D. | October 14, 2023

    Trip: Tampa Bay Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    He was so freaking awesome! This was a great experience and I would recommend him to any and everyone!

    Camecia B. | October 8, 2023

    Trip: Tampa Bay Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great time. Chris was a great captain/fishing guide. We had a hookup on the first cast fishing near the mangrove trees. Took home two good sized red fish, a snapper and a spotted trout. Had a few got aways and a couple throw backs (under sized). It was a fun half day. Thanks Captain Chris!

    Harry Y. | July 15, 2023

    Trip: Inshore Family Fun Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Very knowledgable about the area, great guy and lots of fun on water. You can’t go wrong with Captain Nick. Thank you again.

    Wyatt P. | May 28, 2023

    Trip: Tampa Bay Fishing - 22’ Aguasport

  • ★★★★★
    We had a wonderful vacation at Clearwater Beach Florida. So many memories. The totally enjoyed fishing with Captain Christopher, he was knowledgeable and easy to talk with. Good time for them. Only comment was a little larger boat for the four of them. But then they like to move around…thank you for the memories. Denise

    Denise S. | May 1, 2023

    Trip: Inshore Family Fun Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    We had the best time with Capt. Kevin! We caught tons of fish and he was informative and engaging. I could not recommend more. The boat is also fantastic. Beautifully maintained custom boat with great speakers. Can't wait to get on the water with him again!

    Harper W. | April 27, 2023

    Trip: Non-Stop Inshore Action

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