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Fed Permitted American Red Snapper

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Offshore Seasonal Species - 48’

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48 ft 1 - 6 People From $2,200
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Grouper/Snapper Run- 35’ Contender

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35 ft 1 - 12 People From $1,900
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Offshore Max-Out Seasonal Species

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35 ft 1 - 12 People From $2,000
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Overnight Adventure - 28'

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28 ft 1 - 12 People From $3,250
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MIDDLE GROUNDS - 35''

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35 ft 1 - 12 People From $3,500

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Epic Snapper And Grouper - 28’

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St. Pete Seasonal Snapper Run

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Expedition Challenge - 48’ Yacht

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48 ft 1 - 6 People From $3,999
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ARS-American Red Snapper Night Trip

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32 ft 1 - 12 People From $2,100
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Overnight Adventure - 35’ Contender

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35 ft 1 - 12 People From $3,750
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Nearshore - 28’ Center Console

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Everything to Know About Booking a St. Petersburg deep dropping charter

What are the best deep dropping charters in St. Petersburg?

Why should I book a deep dropping charter in St. Petersburg with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 38 deep dropping trips in St. Petersburg, and the most popular trips in the area are Fed Permitted American Red Snapper guided by Ron, Offshore Max-Out Seasonal Species guided by Ron, and Grouper/Snapper Run- 35’ Contender guided by Ron.

Our guides in St. Petersburg are rated a 4.57 out of 5 based on 3806 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 deep dropping guides / fishing lessons in St. Petersburg? Check out our beginner and family friendly deep dropping guides in St. Petersburg.

What types of deep dropping charters are common in St. Petersburg?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing for deep dropping in St. Petersburg as well as nearshore fishing, inshore fishing, and flats fishing.

The most commonly sought after species for deep dropping in St. Petersburg are: 1. red snapper, 2. gag grouper, 3. red grouper, 4. blackfin tuna, and 5. cobia.

How much do St. Petersburg deep dropping fishing charters cost?

Prices for deep dropping in St. Petersburg can range anywhere from about $1,450 to $6,500, but the average price for a half day trip for deep dropping in St. Petersburg is $2,581. The average price for a full day trip for deep dropping in St. Petersburg is $4,541.

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 deep dropping charter in St. Petersburg?

The most popular season to go on a deep dropping charter in St. Petersburg is summer, and most anglers book their trips 25 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 fishing guide will always know the right rules and regulations in St. Petersburg.

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great time. We caught around 40 fish. Gray snapper, Redfish, Porgy, and Sheep Head. Caught some group or two, but they’re out of season so I’d throw them back. The fish we did keep we took back and cooked them up. They were delicious.

    Griffin P. | December 13, 2024

    Trip: 6 Hours Fishing trip

  • ★★★★★
    Awesome!!!!!!

    John L. | June 30, 2024

    Trip: 4 hours Fishing trip

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great trip with David. He arrived at the dock on time ready to go. He's got a nice, open, boat with a center console so it was easy to move around. We moved around the inter coastal area between Anna Maria and Long Boat fishing for snook, red fish, and trout. Anytime we weren't getting bites we'd move. David worked very hard to keep all of us in fresh bait, and good locations. He knew a ton about the local fish, currents, depths, and regulations. We also got to see several manatees which was such a lovely bonus! When my son hooked a big red fish David gave him great guidance to help him bring it in. He was easy to talk to and we are already recommending him to our friends. We will definitely book again next time we're in the area.

    Rey S. | June 28, 2024

    Trip: The Local Trip

  • ★★★★★
    great day!!

    Marissa L. | June 16, 2024

    Trip: The Local Trip

  • ★★★★★
    I was fishing with Captain Vasiliy on June 4th, he made the experience as enjoyable as possible for me and my daughter, he really understands fishing and knows good fishing spots, we caught a lot of fish with him! Thanks again Captain Vasiliy -Ruslan and Karolina

    Ruslan P. | June 14, 2024

    Trip: 6 Hours Fishing trip

  • ★★★★★
    Capt. Rick and Hope were the best we’ve had a chance to fish with! Great boat, everything you need is offered, good fishing, and a lot of fun. We will be fishing with them again soon and I highly recommend if you are traveling with the whole family, friends, or kids. They have it covered.

    Jason L. | May 31, 2023

    Trip: Offshore Seasonal Species - 48’

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