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Fishing in Destin
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Inshore, Nearshore, Flats Fishing Charter in Tampa

Half Day Tampa

NEW Guided by Tom
22 ft 1 - 2 People From $500
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore, Flats Fishing Charter in Tampa

3/4 Day Tampa

NEW Guided by Tom
22 ft 1 - 2 People From $700
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore Fishing Charter near Tampa

Sunny Fishing On Tampa Bay

100% (3) Guided by Tyler
23 ft 1 - 2 People From $550
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
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Deep Sea Fishing Charter near Tampa

10-12 Extreme Hours - Best In FL!

NEW Guided by Frank
36 ft 1 - 6 People From $2,800
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Deep Sea Fishing Charter near Tampa

6Hr Offshore Grouper - Best In FL

NEW Guided by Frank
36 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,800
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Nearshore Fishing Charter near Tampa

Nearshore Tampa Bay - 25’ Sportsman

NEW Guided by Jarrod
25 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,000
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Veteran Operated
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea Fishing Charter near Tampa

Half Day 4 Hrs. Offshore Experience

100% (8) Guided by Tommy
42 ft 1 - 12 People From $750
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore Fishing Charter near Tampa

Inshore/Nearshore Max-Out

100% (2) Managed by Ron
35 ft 1 - 12 People From $1,900
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Nearshore, Jetty Fishing Charter near Tampa

5 Hour Charter

NEW Guided by Matt
24 ft 1 - 8 People From $675
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Flats Fishing Charter near Tampa

Indian Rocks Flats Fishing

100% (9) Guided by Michael
23 ft 1 - 5 People From $350
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore, Flats Fishing Charter near Tampa

Fisherman's Choice Trip

NEW Guided by Garrett
22 ft 1 - 4 People From $550
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Fishing in Destin
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Deep Sea Fishing Charter near Tampa

Fed Permitted Red Snapper - 48'

100% (2) Managed by Ron
48 ft 1 - 6 People From $2,500
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Everything to Know About Booking a Tampa gag grouper fishing charter

What are the best gag grouper fishing charters in Tampa?

The best gag grouper fishing charters in Tampa are:

Why should I book a gag grouper fishing charter in Tampa with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 87 gag grouper trips in Tampa, and the most popular trips in the area are Half Day Tampa guided by and 3/4 Day Tampa guided by .

Our guides in Tampa are rated a 4.97 out of 5 based on 4391 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 gag grouper guides / fishing lessons in Tampa? Check out our beginner and family friendly gag grouper guides in Tampa.

What types of gag grouper fishing charters are common in Tampa?

Inshore fishing is the most popular type of fishing for gag grouper in Tampa as well as flats fishing, nearshore fishing, and river fishing.

The most common fishing techniques in Tampa are light tackle fishing, sight casting, and artificial lure fishing but live bait fishing and cut bait fishing are popular as well.

How much do Tampa gag grouper fishing charters cost?

Prices for gag grouper in Tampa can range anywhere from about $600 to $5,500, but the average price for a half day trip for gag grouper in Tampa is $1,209. The average price for a full day trip for gag grouper in Tampa is $2,963.

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 gag grouper fishing in Tampa?

The most popular season for gag grouper fishing in Tampa is spring, and most anglers book their trips 22 days in advance.

Do I need a Tampa fishing license for gag grouper and what are the bag limits for gag grouper in Tampa?

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

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    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 trip with Captain Brad and Skylar yesterday. Caught several grouper and saw a few dolphins as well. The guys were so good with our kids and they moved us frequently to make sure we continued to pull in fish. Would definitely recommend using this company to anyone looking to deep sea fishing in the Clearwater area.

    Jessica R. | April 21, 2025

    Trip: Clearwater offshore 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

  • ★★★★★
    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

  • ★★★★★
    Had a great time Captain Tommy was able to put us on some beautiful fish will definitely go with him again!

    Gerardo C. | April 15, 2025

    Trip: 8 hour Offshore Epic Fishing

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

    Clint A. | April 12, 2025

    Trip: Targeted Flats Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Tommy is fantastic. He treats everyone on his boat like family. Plenty of laughs and fish to go around. His boat is awesome. 42' Invincible. Fast, smooth and dry. Perfection.

    Jason P. | April 8, 2025

    Trip: Half Day 4 hrs. Offshore Experience

  • ★★★★★
    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

  • ★★★★★
    We had an unforgettable experience. From the moment we arrived, Michael made us feel welcome and ensured we were set up for a successful trip.

    Salena P. | April 2, 2025

    Trip: #1 Charter on Clearwater Beach

  • ★★★★★
    Mikey, our guide, was terrific. He got us on the water, lines in and catching fishing in no time. Born and raised in the area, he gave us info on all the varieties of fish we chased and how to play them to the boat. My 3 sons had a blast and wished we had a longer duration for our fishing session with him. Highly recommend him as your next guide!

    Jon B. | March 31, 2025

    Trip: #1 Fishing charter on Clearwater Beach

  • ★★★★★
    Lots of fun with Michael! He worked hard to get us into some great fishing. Great experience for my 10 year old.

    Heath S. | March 29, 2025

    Trip: #1 Fishing charter on Clearwater Beach

  • ★★★★★
    Great trip! Thank you

    Chris R. | March 29, 2025

    Trip: Tampa Bay Fishing - 22’ Aguasport

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

    Darrell F. | March 28, 2025

    Trip: St. Pete Offshore Experience

  • ★★★★★
    We had an absolute blast!! I will say this, if you like to chill and just drink your beer, this might not be your charter. We caught so many fish we could hardly drink our beer! LOL! Honestly it was the best! We were a group of 4 adults and a 10 yr old. Of course, the kid caught a keeper Hogfish! The prized fish of the day. Thank you so much Tommy and Kevin. We will be back.

    Tonya H. | March 24, 2025

    Trip: Half Day 4 hrs. Offshore Experience

  • ★★★★★
    We had a better experience than expected and caught way more fish than I thought as well.

    Shelley S. | March 24, 2025

    Trip: Half Day 4 hrs. Offshore Experience

  • ★★★★★
    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

  • ★★★★★
    We had the the best time as a family and he made it tremendous. Rick

    Rick J. | March 22, 2025

    Trip: Half Day 4 hrs. Offshore Experience

  • ★★★★★
    Best guide ever! Hitting great trout like we wanted all day, then my son landed a prehistoric grouper, reeled that sucker in for a while! Capn Dillon put us right on the beast’s door step, all we had to do was knock on the door, BAM!💥

    Michael B. | March 22, 2025

    Trip: Targeted Flats Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Best guide ever! I never thought it was going to be easy, but it was actually TOO EASY TWEEZY! So much fun and got in the fish all day!

    Michael B. | March 22, 2025

    Trip: Targeted Flats Fishing

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