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Inshore, Flats Fishing Charter in Tampa

Tampa Bay Fishing Classic

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21 ft 1 - 4 People From $350
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Deep Sea Fishing Charter near Tampa

Overnight Adventure - 35’ Contender

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35 ft 1 - 12 People From $3,750
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Nearshore Fishing Charter near Tampa

Tampa Bay Live Action

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24 ft 1 - 6 People From $900
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Inshore, Nearshore Fishing Charter near Tampa

The LUXX 42' SUNSET Experience

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42 ft 1 - 12 People From $1,999
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Inshore, Nearshore Fishing Charter near Tampa

Tarpon Springs Intercoastal Trip

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Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing Charter near Tampa

Night Fishing Adventure - 28'

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Inshore, Nearshore Fishing Charter near Tampa

Florida Snook, Jacks, And Reds

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22 ft 1 - 4 People From $500
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Deep Sea Fishing Charter near Tampa

Nearshore - 28’ Center Console

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28 ft 1 - 12 People From $3,750
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Deep Sea Fishing Charter near Tampa

40’ Yacht Sport Fish Offshore

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40 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,599
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Inshore, Nearshore, Flats Fishing Charter near Tampa

Coastal Clearwater Charter

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24 ft 1 - 5 People From $550
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Inshore Fishing Charter near Tampa

Night Trip - 22' Skeeter

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22 ft 1 - 4 People From $500
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Everything to Know About Booking a Tampa kingfish fishing charter

What are the best kingfish fishing charters in Tampa?

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

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 48 kingfish trip in Tampa: Tampa Bay Fishing Classic guided by Christopher.

Our guides in Tampa are rated a 4.97 out of 5 based on 3724 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 kingfish guides / fishing lessons in Tampa? Check out our beginner and family friendly kingfish guides in Tampa.

What types of kingfish fishing charters are common in Tampa?

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

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

How much do Tampa kingfish fishing charters cost?

Prices for kingfish in Tampa can range anywhere from about $750 to $5,800, but the average price for a half day trip for kingfish in Tampa is $2,067. The average price for a full day trip for kingfish in Tampa is $3,406.

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 kingfish fishing in Tampa?

The most popular season for kingfish fishing in Tampa is summer, and most anglers book their trips 22 days in advance.

Do I need a Tampa fishing license for kingfish and what are the bag limits for kingfish 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

  • ★★★★★
    It was a great trip. Three of us fished comfortably for a half day. Mother Nature provided the fish, and Nick provided a great atmosphere. Easy to talk to and gave some good local recommendations, will look to book with Nick again in the future.

    Michael L. | September 2, 2024

    Trip: Reel Salty Sportfishing

  • ★★★★★
    Nick was a fantastic a knowledgeable guide. His boat was clean and well kept. We are a party of 4 with a 10 and 13 year old. Nick took us to an area where every cast was a catch. Thanks again.

    Jason Q. | August 2, 2024

    Trip: Reel Salty Sportfishing

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

    Brian P. | July 30, 2024

    Trip: Florida Sportfish on Light Tackle

  • ★★★★★
    Awesome trip with Adam! Highly recommend!!

    Brionne J. | July 26, 2024

    Trip: Offshore Trip - 27' Cape Horn

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Heather sent my wife and I and our two granddaughters out for a 6 hour combination trolling and bottom fishing trip with Captain DJ and Tyler. We can't say enough about how enjoyable it was. Both DJ and Tyler were fantastic guys to be around and put us on plenty of fish, both trolling and bottom fishing. It was very impressive to watch them as a team work to keep our granddaughters busy reeling in fish. They made every aspect of the trip friendly, comfortable and fun. It was all we had hoped to experience. Many thanks to Heather, DJ, Tyler and Captain Experiences.

    Ricky M. | July 18, 2024

    Trip: Crushing Clearwater Offshore

  • ★★★★★
    Greatest experience we could ask for. Caught a good amount and captain Adam was very knowledgeable on where to go for best fishing and Is very respectful. Would highly recommend captain Adam to anyone looking for a fun fishing trip.

    Landan L. | July 7, 2024

    Trip: Offshore Trip - 27' Cape Horn

  • ★★★★★
    Definitely a very fun trip! Will definitely recommend to friends/families. Caught almost 50 fish and was a blast! Two takeaways for myself: Red Snapper fishing can only happen with the 10-12 hour trips, not the 4 hour trips.

    Luis M. | July 6, 2024

    Trip: Clearwater Fishing Thriller!

  • ★★★★★
    We had an amazing time, didn’t get on the fish like we had hoped but still had a blast. That’s why they call it fishing.

    Todd D. | June 22, 2024

    Trip: Reel Salty Sportfishing

  • ★★★★★
    Great time, great guide. Can’t wait for the next trip.

    Thomas G. | May 28, 2024

    Trip: Reel Salty Sportfishing

  • ★★★★★
    The four of us had a great time with Captain Nick. The boat was very clean, comfortable, easy to move around and enjoy the day. We caught real nice fish, Captain was very knowledgeable. I would recommend Captain Nick and would use him again.

    Ken C. | May 18, 2024

    Trip: Reel Salty Sportfishing

  • ★★★★★
    A friend and I we went out with Cpt. Gage for some afternoon offshore fishing. As soon as my line was in the water I had a bite, then we caught fish after fish! We mush have caught about 50 fish between us. It was a great experience and is highly recommended. I’d never fished before in my life, but after being shown what to do it was easy to pick up.

    John M. | May 10, 2024

    Trip: Clearwater Mixed Bag Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Not sure why we didn’t have our original captain as I selected on the web site. I would not recommend a trip through your services ever again. Very unprofessional operation and glad to provide the crappy feedback. Rating 2

    Robert P. | May 4, 2024

    Trip: Florida Snook, Jacks, and Reds

  • ★★★★★
    Absolutely amazing fishing experience! From catching a variety of big fish to catching sharks and seeing dolphins, it was the complete package. Highly recommend. The guides answered all our questions and talked to us like we’ve been friends for years. 100% would go on this trip again.

    Karlee G. | May 4, 2024

    Trip: Crushing Clearwater Offshore

  • ★★★★★
    Awesome trip! DJ and Milan did a great job getting us into the fish! Caught a really nice blue fish. Great experience! Thank you!

    Rex G. | April 30, 2024

    Trip: Clearwater Fishing Thriller!

  • ★★★★★
    Nick was an amazing captain! He got us on some fish right away! We had a great time!

    Chris S. | April 26, 2024

    Trip: Reel Salty Sportfishing

  • ★★★★★
    Had a great half day out on the water with Hank. Very friendly and done a good job of keeping us on the fish.

    Brian W. | April 22, 2024

    Trip: 4-8 Hour Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Nick tried his best but the fish just weren't biting. Nick was very nice and knowledgeable we just wish we caught more fish.

    Andy G. | April 9, 2024

    Trip: Reel Salty Sportfishing

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great experience with Captain Nick! He was very accommodating to me and my 8 and 4 year old. He put us on fish right away, and most important of all he was safe! Great experience.

    Joel A. | March 27, 2024

    Trip: Reel Salty Sportfishing

  • ★★★★★
    Awesome experience!! Alex and Tom where great!

    Brandi D. | March 25, 2024

    Trip: Clearwater Nearshore Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Thanks, Jonathan! It was a great experience for me (although seasickness played a part in our trip!!) and my grandson. He definitely wants to do it again with you next year and we already booked our condo so we'll see you next year. By the way, we cooked some of the fish and let's just say, DELISH!! Thanks again, Terry & Max

    Terry B. | March 20, 2024

    Trip: Clearwater Nearshore Fishing

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