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Recently Booked Red Grouper Fishing Charters In Tampa, Fl

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Inshore, Nearshore, Flats in Tampa

3/4 Day Tampa

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22 ft 1 - 2 People From $700
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Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in Clearwater

Clearwater Offshore Reefs & Wrecks

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33 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,400
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Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in Redington Shores

Redington Shores Nearshore/Offshore

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33 ft 1 - 6 People From $750
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Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in St. Petersburg

St. Pete Offshore Experience

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32 ft 1 - 6 People From $700
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Offshore Fishing Frenzy

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Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in St. Petersburg

Offshore Trip - 27' Cape Horn

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More Red Grouper Fishing Charters In Tampa, Fl

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Fishing in Destin
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Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore, Flats in St. Petersburg

4 Hour Trip Inshore

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25 ft 1 - 8 People From $550
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Deep Sea Fishing in Gulfport

Offshore Fishing Trip

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Inshore Fishing in Ruskin

Inshore Fishing Slam

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21 ft 1 - 4 People From $350
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Nearshore Fishing in Treasure Island

Inshore/Nearshore Fishing 4-8 Hours

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26 ft 1 - 12 People From $550
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Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in Clearwater

Crushing Clearwater Offshore

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34 ft 1 - 12 People From $950
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Deep Sea Fishing in Treasure Island

8Hr Offshore Grouper - Best In FL

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36 ft 1 - 6 People From $2,250
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Everything to Know About Booking a Tampa red grouper fishing charter

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

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 40 red grouper trips in Tampa, and the most popular trips in the area are 3/4 Day Tampa guided by Tom, Clearwater Offshore Reefs & Wrecks guided by Brad, and Redington Shores Nearshore/Offshore guided by Gary.

Our guides in Tampa are rated a 4.96 out of 5 based on 6114 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 red grouper guides / fishing lessons in Tampa? Check out our beginner and family friendly red grouper guides in Tampa.

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

How much do Tampa red grouper fishing charters cost?

Prices for red grouper in Tampa can range anywhere from about $680 to $3,450, but the average price for a half day trip for red grouper in Tampa is $1,173. The average price for a full day trip for red grouper in Tampa is $2,307.

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 red grouper fishing in Tampa?

The most popular season for red grouper fishing in Tampa is summer, and most anglers book their trips 6 days in advance.

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

  • ★★★★★
    Tom went above and beyond on our fishing trip. He is very knowledgeable and did an amazing job finding the fish and helping us get our quota. He knew exactly where to go for grouper and red snapper. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience and would absolutely fish with him again.

    Mervin S. | January 4, 2026

    Trip: "Offshore Extreme" Middle Grounds

  • ★★★★★
    Great time, Great trip, great fishing! Would definitely recommend Captain Steve and his crew 🤩

    Tara P. | December 30, 2025

    Trip: Crushing Clearwater Offshore

  • ★★★★★
    Our family had an amazing day out on the water catching fish and enjoying the weather. Zak and Adam did an amazing job and would definitely book with them again.

    Shane B. | December 30, 2025

    Trip: Crushing Clearwater Offshore

  • ★★★★★
    Capt. Mike and deck hand Emily were great people to be with on our 4hr near/off shore fishing charter!! There were 6 adults on the boat and it offered enough space and comfort. Me and my daughter mostly sat inside the boat because of our known sea sickness and we still ended up having fun and catching fish. 37 total for our group!! Both Mike and Emily were polite, happy and helpful with baiting,catching, and cleaning our fish if we didn't want too. It was a wonderfully, memorable experience to have with my family. Thank you Mike&Emily and Fishing Experiences 😀A+

    Rebecca M. | December 25, 2025

    Trip: Nearshore/Offshore Clearwater

  • ★★★★★
    Tommy and Alex will work their butts off to put you on fish. 4 man limit on red grouper and caught multiple other species. Tommy gave a recommendation to have a portion of our catch blackened and fried at a local pub and it was delicious! Awesome trip with awesome guides and I would highly recommend!!

    Ben S. | December 22, 2025

    Trip: Offshore Experience

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