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Inshore, Nearshore, Flats in St. Petersburg
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Everything to Know About Booking a St. Petersburg bottom fishing charter
What are the best bottom fishing charters in St. Petersburg?
The best bottom fishing charters in St. Petersburg are:
- Beachside Charters guided by Dan I.
- Daybreaker Inshore Charters guided by Matthew H.
- Afishionado guided by Wade O. with 28 years of experience
- Fish Hunter Fishing Charters guided by George H. with 45 years of experience
- Hooked on Hardy Guide Services guided by Brad H.
Why should I book a bottom fishing charter in St. Petersburg with Captain Experiences?
Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 53 bottom fishing trips in St. Petersburg, and the most popular trips in the area are 6 Hour Trip Nearshore guided by Joe, Inshore & Nearshore guided by Ken, and 4-6 Hour Inshore Trip guided by Weston.
Our guides in St. Petersburg are rated a 5 out of 5 based on 8854 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 bottom fishing guides / fishing lessons in St. Petersburg? Check out our beginner and family friendly bottom fishing guides in St. Petersburg.
What types of bottom fishing charters are common in St. Petersburg?
Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing for bottom fishing in St. Petersburg as well as inshore fishing, nearshore fishing, and flats fishing.
The most commonly sought after species for bottom fishing in St. Petersburg are: 1. red snapper, 2. redfish, 3. snook, 4. gag grouper, and 5. mangrove snapper.
How much do St. Petersburg bottom fishing charters cost?
Prices for bottom fishing in St. Petersburg can range anywhere from about $550 to $3,000, but the average price for a half day trip for bottom fishing in St. Petersburg is $1,091. The average price for a full day trip for bottom fishing in St. Petersburg is $1,880.
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 bottom fishing charter in St. Petersburg?
The most popular season to go on a bottom fishing charter in St. Petersburg is summer, and most anglers book their trips 2 days in advance.
Do I need a St. Petersburg fishing license and what are the bag limits in St. Petersburg?
See here for more information on fishing licenses in St. Petersburg, bag limits for target species, and fishing season regulations in St. Petersburg. When in doubt, your guide will always know all the relevant rules and regulations in St. Petersburg.
