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Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore, Flats Fishing Charter in Tarpon Springs

In Or Near Shore Experience

100% (8) Guided by Robert
22 ft 1 - 4 People From $500
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Fishing in Destin
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Deep Sea, Nearshore, Flats Fishing Charter in Tarpon Springs

Tarpon Springs Gulf Fishing

NEW Guided by Ben
24 ft 1 - 4 People From $600
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing Charter near Tarpon Springs

Offshore Fishing Frenzy

100% (2) Guided by Jim
27 ft 1 - 6 People From $950
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea Fishing Charter near Tarpon Springs

Offshore Drag Ripper

100% (4) Guided by Chris
31 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,970
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing Charter near Tarpon Springs

Madeira Beach Quick Getaway

100% (2) Guided by Keith
31 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,000
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea Fishing Charter near Tarpon Springs

St. Pete Red Snapper - 28' Polar

NEW Guided by Dan
22 ft 1 - 5 People From $2,000
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Tampa Bay Flats, Inshore & Nearshore

NEW Guided by Sebastian
17 ft 1 - 3 People From $300
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Fishing in Destin
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Tampa Bay Inshore Slam

100% (3) Guided by John
24 ft 1 - 4 People From $500
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Epic Day Of Fishing

NEW Guided by Chris
23 ft 1 - 5 People From $450
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Reel Salty Sportfishing Tarpon Fishing

100% (11) Guided by Nick
26 ft 1 - 4 People From $750
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Crushing Clearwater Offshore

100% (11) Guided by Steve
34 ft 1 - 12 People From $880
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Tampa Bay Fishing Classic

98% (42) Guided by Christopher
21 ft 1 - 4 People From $350
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What are the best live bait fishing charters in Tarpon Springs?

The best live bait fishing charters in Tarpon Springs are:

Why should I book a live bait fishing charter in Tarpon Springs with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 87 live bait fishing trips in Tarpon Springs, and the most popular trips in the area are In or Near Shore Experience guided by and Tarpon Springs Gulf Fishing guided by .

Our guides in Tarpon Springs are rated a 4.99 out of 5 based on 4185 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 live bait fishing guides / fishing lessons in Tarpon Springs? Check out our beginner and family friendly live bait fishing guides in Tarpon Springs.

What types of live bait fishing charters are common in Tarpon Springs?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing for live bait fishing in Tarpon Springs as well as flats fishing, inshore fishing, and nearshore fishing.

The most commonly sought after species for live bait fishing in Tarpon Springs are: 1. snook, 2. redfish, 3. speckled trout, 4. flounder, and 5. sheepshead.

How much do Tarpon Springs live bait fishing charters cost?

Prices for live bait fishing in Tarpon Springs can range anywhere from about $500 to $2,220, but the average price for a half day trip for live bait fishing in Tarpon Springs is $785. The average price for a full day trip for live bait fishing in Tarpon Springs is $1,539.

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 live bait fishing charter in Tarpon Springs?

The most popular season to go on a live bait fishing charter in Tarpon Springs is spring, and most anglers book their trips 13 days in advance.

Do I need a Tarpon Springs fishing license and what are the bag limits in Tarpon Springs?

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

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Had a great time. We caught a lot of ish. Thank you

    Alan S. | March 20, 2025

    Trip: Bottom and trolling fishing!

  • ★★★★★
    Christopher was friendly, laid-back, patient and created an unforgettable experience for our family. We saw dolphins, manatee, sting rays, and turtles and were able to reel in several bonnethead shark. Great experience!

    Jennifer N. | March 19, 2025

    Trip: Tampa Bay Shark Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great time out on the water with Michael he’s local to the area has great knowledge of the area and the water we absolutely slayed the fish I will be booking a trip with him again in the future. He went out of his way to make sure we got on the fish

    Jeremy W. | March 15, 2025

    Trip: #1 Charter on Clearwater Beach

  • ★★★★★
    Fish didn’t really want to cooperate, but thats fishing. Captain Nick was awesome and did his best. He was super chill and laid back. Lets just say we kept him busy cause our skipping under docks needs some work!

    Josh K. | March 7, 2025

    Trip: Reel Salty Sportfishing

  • ★★★★★
    First trip and will do it again. Captin Hank put us on the fish and kept the ky music playing.

    Lee M. | March 3, 2025

    Trip: 4-8 Hour Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Had a fantastic morning on the water with Captain Nick! He is a great guide, coach & company on the water. He knows the waters, and the fish and was patient & encouraging when I had a bad cast or failed to set the hook. I did manage to land a nice black drum that is on the menu for my in-laws tonight. I'll be back soon with our three young men!

    Christopher J. | March 1, 2025

    Trip: Fly Fishing / Artificial

  • ★★★★★
    Joe was awesome!

    Thomas H. | February 28, 2025

    Trip: 4 Hour Trip Inshore

  • ★★★★★
    WE had an amazing time on our fishing trip. Captain JOHN was awesome, attentive, answered all our questions, there wasn't a dull moment !! HE ROCKS !!!!!! We caught a lot of fish and learned so much about how to fish - correctly ;) . We will definitely be back on his boat and be referring him to all our friends !!!

    Nicole M. | February 28, 2025

    Trip: Tampa Bay Inshore Slam

  • ★★★★★
    Greg and Logan made a great team, helping us have a great day on the water. They put us on the fish and kept us busy hauling them in. Thanks for a very memorable day.

    Danny M. | February 23, 2025

    Trip: St. Pete Offshore Experience

  • ★★★★★
    Punctual with a nice clean boat. Covered a number of different areas focussed on snook or redfish by fly fishing while working around occasional wind and sometimes waiting for the sun to reappear from behind a cloud. Saw a number of skittish fish and put in almost 6 hours of casting both sight and blind, but unfortunately none took the flies. None the less enjoyed the day and got along well with Nick, a very enjoyable guide and captain. Thank you

    David N. | February 19, 2025

    Trip: Fly Fishing / Artificial

  • ★★★★★
    We had an excellent time with Captain John. We went to multiple locations and had really good luck. My wife and grandson had great time listening to Capt. John and caught a lot of fish.

    Marty A. | February 15, 2025

    Trip: Tampa Bay Inshore Slam

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Hank was a wonderful addition to our trip! He was smart, funny and a great conversationalist. The fishing was slow but we knew that with the pre day conversation of wind and murky water. We caught an array of different species including a bonnet head shark. Thanks for making memories with us Hank! See you next trip down from Canada!

    Kelly M. | February 13, 2025

    Trip: 4-8 Hour Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Steve & crew were great! They kept our lines in the water, and attended to us quickly. The boat was clean and spacious, lots of space to get out of the sun, but maintain a breeze without getting down into the cabin. 100% would recommend you give Reel Deal a shot!

    Tim T. | February 12, 2025

    Trip: Crushing Clearwater Offshore

  • ★★★★★
    Christopher was an excellent guide for me and my ten year old. He was patient, attentive and put us on the sharks! He is also an awesome photographer!

    Heath S. | January 18, 2025

    Trip: Tampa Bay Shark Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Great day on the water with Captain Hank and his son. Fishing was excellent. Would definitely recommend Captain Hank for a day of fishing.

    Thomas H. | January 7, 2025

    Trip: 4-8 Hour Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Had a great time on an inland trip with Robert. He was very professional and well prepared and we ended up getting exactly what we wanted. Will line him up the next time we are in town.

    Hilary C. | January 3, 2025

    Trip: In or Near Shore Experience

  • ★★★★★
    Capn Mike took us out and was very informative about how and why and where went went Ladyfish were plentiful. it was tougher for bigger fish. But thats the way fishing is. Capn MIke kept us out longer in hopes of getting something We appreciated that, All in all it was a good experience and we would do it again. Don B

    Donald B. | December 31, 2024

    Trip: St. Petersburg Inshore Slam

  • ★★★★★
    Greg and his mate Logan were fantastic. They were friendly, accommodating, knowledgeable, efficient, and very “fishy”! We had a great day with them. I recommend Captain Greg highly.

    Christopher S. | December 31, 2024

    Trip: St. Pete Offshore Experience

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Brad and his first mate were great for our outing. Since my kids were new to ocean fishing, he kept us within a few miles of shore and knew some rocky pockets where we hauled in many fish. We had a blast. One reason I chose Capt Brad was the 33’ boat which was roomy to maneuver for our party of six. They are friendly and accommodating.

    Karl B. | December 28, 2024

    Trip: Clearwater offshore fishing

  • ★★★★★
    enjoyed the trip very much even though we caught no fish. Captain Chris seemed very knowledgable and was very pleasant and very good with my 2 young grandsons who were with us. I will use him again.

    Michael B. | December 27, 2024

    Trip: Tampa Bay Shark Fishing

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