Damn Good Bottom Fishing Charters In Sarasota Bay

Your trip begins with the best fishing charter in Sarasota, Siesta Key, Lido key, Long Boat Key, Bradenton Beach and Anna Maria Island. You will be aboard a 25’ Sportsman Open Center Console that can carry up to 6 passengers comfortably. It comes with all the essentials needed for a fishing charter and has a private toilet area on board. We provide rods, reels, live bait, lures and everything needed to get your fish on. We offers trips out of Sarasota, Siesta Key, Long Boat Key, Bradenton Beach and Anna Maria Island, Florida that will not disappoint. Book your fishing trip with Calibrated Tours at the most competitive rates in the industry. Each day out on the water with the captain is sure to be a memorable one. Enjoy your ride aboard a 25’ Sportsman center console boat, which comes powered by a Yamaha 300 HP engine. The boat has a maximum cruising speed of 40 knots and can comfortably take up to 6 anglers. Its navigational electronics include a fish finder, a VHF radio, a GPS, and a radar. The vessel is equipped with a live bait tank, and a whole lot more. Depending on the season and the weather conditions will determine the type of fishing we do. Our well trained and experienced crew is familiar with the methods that work best for the inshore fishing waters we navigate. Your main targeted species will include snook, tarpon, snapper, grouper, jacks, trout, cobia, redfish, pompano, permit, catfish, sharks and more. Each trip comes inclusive with all the necessary fishing equipment to put your catch together. The captain will provide you with rods, reels, tackle, lures, and live bait, as well as the fishing licenses for you and your party. Read More

Head out for an awesome fishing adventure around Sarasota, FL with Captain Darius! Though he loves running further from shore to bottom fish the reefs for grouper, snapper, and pelagic species, the weather conditions have to be pretty stellar to allow this kind of trip. Thus, aboard his 23' Parker, he spends a lot of time hammering the inshore with his clients, and there are no shortage of fish (and big ones at that!) to catch! Lush grass flats abound in this area. These shallow grass flats are full of crabs, shrimp, and baitfish which in turn attract the game fish. Snook, Speckled Trout, and Redfish are the most sought after species, but you can also expect to hook into Spanish Mackerel, Jack Crevalle, Flounder, Bluefish, Ladyfish, and others! Fishing the shallow flats requires patience and attention to detail. Fish are spooky in water that is only a couple of feet deep. The beauty of Captain Darius' 23' Parker is that it has a shallow enough draft to get you good shots up on the flats and in the back bays and inlets, while also having enough room and stability to haul it further offshore on a nice day! All of Captain Darius' trips include ice, bottled water, tournament grade fishing gear, live bait, licenses, and fish cleaning at end of the trip. There is plenty of room in the cooler as well for your favorite snacks and drinks if you'd like to bring them along as well. Captain Darius' main pick-up location is on Siesta Key, but depending on where you are staying he can also meet up with you at Hart's Landing or Ken Thomspon Park Boat Ramp. Read More

Captain Alex's charter offers a unique fishing experience in Bradenton, Florida. Instead of using a rod and reel, Captain Alex prefers to catch fish with his hands, gloves, and fishing line. This method is not only more fun, but it also allows you to get up close and personal with the fish. You'll have a blast while you learn about different types of fish and how to identify them. So come on out and enjoy some great fishing with Captain Alex! Bradenton is a great place to fish for Goliath Grouper. These massive fish can weigh over 700 pounds, and they're a real challenge for even the most experienced anglers. So if you're looking for a trophy fish, Bradenton is the place to be. Handlining is the best way to go after these behemoths, and you can use live bait or cut bait. Bradenton has some of the best Goliath Grouper fishing in the state, so come on down and give it a try! Captain Alexs boat is a great choice for fisherman who want a reliable and well-performing center console. Offshore is a reputable boat manufacturer, and the 22 ft length is perfect for many different types of boating activities. The Suzuki engine provides 200 hp of power, making it great for trolling or bottom fishing. The boat also comes equipped with GPS, a fishfinder, and a live bait well - perfect for serious fishermen. And for those who like to relax on the water, the wireless trolling motor is a great feature. The ice box is also perfect for keeping drinks cold on hot days. Whether you're looking for a boat to fish from or just relax on, Captain Alexs boat is a great choice. Before you come out on your fishing trip, be sure to have your sunglasses, sunscreen, food, and drinks. Captain Alex will provide you with the tackle, licenses, bait, ice, and a cooler for your catch. The captain will fillet your fish at the end of the trip. He prefers to fish in smaller groups of up to 4 people to make sure that lines don't tangle. Come prepared for a fun day of fishing and making memories! Read More

Get ready to experience the best of Florida’s west coast with Captain Randall! Whether you're a seasoned angler or just starting out, our trips are designed to provide a thrilling and memorable day on the water. Hop aboard our 25' Sea Pro center console, a brand-new 2023 model equipped with all the latest technology, including twin 10-foot power poles, a GPS trolling motor, and a wet sound stereo system—perfect for customizing your fishing adventure with your favorite tunes. Choose between 4- or 6-hour trips for up to 4 anglers, where you'll explore the pristine waters around Anna Maria Island and the St. Petersburg area. Captain Randall will guide you to the best spots in Tampa Bay, Sarasota Bay, and St. Pete Beach, where you’ll target iconic species like Snook, Redfish, Spotted Seatrout, Pompano, King Mackerel, Black Drum, Gag Grouper, Mangrove Snapper, Sheepshead, and Hogfish, depending on the season and conditions. Using a variety of techniques—bottom fishing, cut bait fishing, light tackle, and live bait fishing—Captain Randall ensures there’s something for anglers of all skill levels. All rods, reels, tackle, and live bait are included, so you can just show up ready to fish. And at the end of your trip, Captain Randall will even clean your catch, making it easy to enjoy fresh, local seafood. Our trips are kid-friendly, and you’re welcome to bring along beer (no glass containers, please). Book your trip with Captain Randall today and discover the excitement of fishing Florida’s west coast! Read More

Embark on a thrilling 4-hour inshore fishing adventure through Sarasota Bay, meticulously curated to explore prime fishing spots. Our private expeditions cater to avid anglers targeting diverse species thriving in North Sarasota Bay and Bradenton waters. Whether it’s the challenge of redfish, the excitement of snook, the thrill of grouper, or even encountering the occasional shark, our seasoned crew ensures every fishing aspiration is met. With top-tier equipment and Captain Bill’s expertise, expect nothing short of exceptional. Prepare for an unforgettable journey filled with camaraderie and the satisfaction of landing your prized catch. Book now and reel in memories to last a lifetime Read More

Fishing in comfort, Join me on the aqua blue water of Sarasota, targeting Redfish, Snook, Trout, Black Drum, Snapper, Sheepshead, and more. Ideal for passionate anglers and the folks who just want to come aboard for a good time with family and friends. You can fish on the bow while they relax in the shade and cheer you on. “Fishing in the front and party in the back!” Read More

Get ready for an unforgettable fishing experience in Manatee County, FL on this trip with Captain Noel! You'll be on board his 23' Hanson center console, hunting down inshore sportfish such as Redfish, Snook, Flounder, Trout, and more! Captain Noel is a local expert with years of experience fishing the inshore waters around Bradenton, FL, and he knows the best spots to catch a variety of fish. With his expert guidance, you'll have the opportunity to reel in some truly impressive catches—possibly even a new personal best! But it's not just about the fishing; Captain Noel will share his knowledge of the local waters and wildlife, pointing out different marine species such as manatees, dolphins, and sea turtles that may be swimming nearby. He'll also take you to the most scenic spots where you can enjoy the beautiful views of the Gulf of Mexico. Don't miss out on the fishing trip of a lifetime with Captain Noel! Get out there for an action-packed day of inshore fishing, fun, and adventure in Bradenton, FL. Read More

Head out for an awesome fishing adventure around Sarasota, FL with Captain Cody! Though he loves running further from shore to bottom fish the reefs for grouper, snapper, and pelagic species, the weather conditions have to be pretty stellar to allow this kind of trip. Thus, aboard his 23' Parker, he spends a lot of time hammering the inshore with his clients, and there are no shortage of fish (and big ones at that!) to catch! Lush grass flats abound in this area. These shallow grass flats are full of crabs, shrimp, and baitfish which in turn attract the game fish. Snook, Speckled Trout, and Redfish are the most sought after species, but you can also expect to hook into Spanish Mackerel, Jack Crevalle, Flounder, Bluefish, Ladyfish, and others! Fishing the shallow flats requires patience and attention to detail. Fish are spooky in water that is only a couple of feet deep. The beauty of Captain Cody's 23' Parker is that it has a shallow enough draft to get you good shots up on the flats and in the back bays and inlets, while also having enough room and stability to haul it further offshore on a nice day! All of Captain Cody's trips include ice, bottled water, fishing gear, live bait, licenses, and fish cleaning at end of the trip. There is plenty of room in the cooler as well for your favorite snacks and drinks if you'd like to bring them along as well. Captain Cody's main pick-up location is the 10th Street Boat ramp (Dan Roehr Boat Ramp), but depending on where you are staying he can also accommodate launching anywhere from north of Tampa to the south side of Venice. Read More

Premier Sarasota fishing charters. Specialized in inshore, Snook, Redfish, Tarpon and trout fishing. We also target a variety of species during specific times of the year like Triple Tail, King Fish, Sheepshead, Pompano, Snapper and Grouper. Captain James also offers a variety of charter options ranging from inshore, nearshore, island hopping and dolphin tours. Read More

On this 6 hour trip with Captain Scott, you'll have plenty of time to try trolling the deeper waters, as well as bottom fishing the shallows. Feel free to ask the captain to bring some fly fishing gear as well, and get the most out of your Sarasota Bay fishing excursion. Go after Snappers, Groupers, Cobia, and more along the reefs. While inshore, you'll do battle with Sheepshead, Trout, Redfish, and Sharks. Please, have in mind that 735-pound is the weight limit combined for guests, which is usually equal to 3 adults or 2 adults with 2 kids. Everything is provided on Captain Scott's trips including licenses, fishing gear, bait, and ice. So all you need to bring are your favorite snacks and drinks, and Captain Scott will make sure you have a great time out on the water! Read More

Sarasota Bay offers a vast array of angling options, including the mile long sand bar (appropriately named Long Bar) where you can sight cast to snook, redfish and trout. Endless deep grass flats like Jon Ringling Museum Flats, Long Boat Key Flats, or Marina Jacks Flats, offer a vast array of species such as Snook, redfish, seatrout, ladyfish, jack crevalle, flounder, bluefish, mackerel, pompano and more. Sarasota is the perfect family fishing experience. Sarasota Bay is fed by 3 passes - Big Pass, New Pass and Longboat Key Pass – and this allows migratory fish such as mackerel, pompano, bluefish to move easily into the bay during winter months. If fishing the inshore flats, we will be targeting the big three SW Fl gamefish snook, redfish, seatrout. We will be fishing in and around the many mangrove islands and sand bars of Sarasota Bay. This area is loaded with shallow grass flats, miles of mangrove lines, oyster bars and potholes, providing prime fishing grounds for this type of fishing. Just outside the passes near shore along Siesta Key, Casey Key, and Longboat Key, there’s Bonita, mackerel, king mackerel, Spanish mackerel and triple tail. Sarasota tarpon fishing off the beaches is tremendous when they migrate here in May, June and July. a little further offshore we fish reefs and wrecks for snapper, Cobia, barracuda, key west grunts, Sheepshead, sharks, snapper and more. Read More

On our inshore fishing charters we will be fishing the bays of Tampa Bay and Sarasota Bay on the grass flats and around the mangroves & oyster bars. During our inshore adventures we primarily fish for snook, trout, and redfish. Other species that we encounter on our inshore fishing charters include flounder, pompano, mangrove snapper, sheepshead, Spanish mackerel, bluefish, gag grouper, ladyfish, and jack crevelle. We fish with light tackle and use live bait. A nice thing about fishing inshore is that we are always within 10-20 minutes of a restroom. Some of the best inshore fishing occurs in the spring and fall with these transition periods have fish very hungry and on the move. **Full day 8 hour trips are only available in the Morning.** Read More

Fishing in comfort, Join me on the aqua blue water of Sarasota, targeting Redfish, Snook, Trout, Black Drum, Snapper, Sheepshead, and more. Ideal for passionate anglers and the folks who just want to come aboard for a good time with family and friends. You can fish on the bow while they relax in the shade and cheer you on. “Fishing in the front and party in the back!” Read More

Do you want to be on the beautiful waters around Siesta Key and Sarasota but not sure if fishing is your thing? If so this trip is perfect for you. You will spend the first half of the trip targeting smaller inshore species that bite easily and will keep you entertained (CATCH and RELEASE only). The second half will be filled with hunting for shark teeth and shells, relaxing on a sandbar, and taking a peaceful wildlife tour around our many islands. The boat offers comfortable seating with lots of shade. Read More

Get ready to experience the best of Florida’s west coast with Captain Randall! Whether you're a seasoned angler or just starting out, our trips are designed to provide a thrilling and memorable day on the water. Hop aboard our 25' Sea Pro center console, a brand-new 2023 model equipped with all the latest technology, including twin 10-foot power poles, a GPS trolling motor, and a wet sound stereo system—perfect for customizing your fishing adventure with your favorite tunes. Choose between 4- or 6-hour trips for up to 4 anglers, where you'll explore the pristine waters around Anna Maria Island and the St. Petersburg area. Captain Randall will guide you to the best spots in Tampa Bay, Sarasota Bay, and St. Pete Beach, where you’ll target iconic species like Snook, Redfish, Spotted Seatrout, Pompano, King Mackerel, Black Drum, Gag Grouper, Mangrove Snapper, Sheepshead, and Hogfish, depending on the season and conditions. Using a variety of techniques—bottom fishing, cut bait fishing, light tackle, and live bait fishing—Captain Randall ensures there’s something for anglers of all skill levels. All rods, reels, tackle, and live bait are included, so you can just show up ready to fish. And at the end of your trip, Captain Randall will even clean your catch, making it easy to enjoy fresh, local seafood. Our trips are kid-friendly, and you’re welcome to bring along beer (no glass containers, please). Book your trip with Captain Randall today and discover the excitement of fishing Florida’s west coast! Read More

Head out for an awesome fishing adventure around Sarasota, FL with Captain Darius! Though he loves running further from shore to bottom fish the reefs for grouper, snapper, and pelagic species, the weather conditions have to be pretty stellar to allow this kind of trip. Thus, aboard his 23' Parker, he spends a lot of time hammering the inshore with his clients, and there are no shortage of fish (and big ones at that!) to catch! Lush grass flats abound in this area. These shallow grass flats are full of crabs, shrimp, and baitfish which in turn attract the game fish. Snook, Speckled Trout, and Redfish are the most sought after species, but you can also expect to hook into Spanish Mackerel, Jack Crevalle, Flounder, Bluefish, Ladyfish, and others! Fishing the shallow flats requires patience and attention to detail. Fish are spooky in water that is only a couple of feet deep. The beauty of Captain Darius' 23' Parker is that it has a shallow enough draft to get you good shots up on the flats and in the back bays and inlets, while also having enough room and stability to haul it further offshore on a nice day! All of Captain Darius' trips include ice, bottled water, tournament grade fishing gear, live bait, licenses, and fish cleaning at end of the trip. There is plenty of room in the cooler as well for your favorite snacks and drinks if you'd like to bring them along as well. Captain Darius' main pick-up location is on Siesta Key, but depending on where you are staying he can also meet up with you at Hart's Landing or Ken Thomspon Park Boat Ramp. Read More

Embark on a thrilling 4-hour inshore fishing adventure through Sarasota Bay, meticulously curated to explore prime fishing spots. Our private expeditions cater to avid anglers targeting diverse species thriving in North Sarasota Bay and Bradenton waters. Whether it’s the challenge of redfish, the excitement of snook, the thrill of grouper, or even encountering the occasional shark, our seasoned crew ensures every fishing aspiration is met. With top-tier equipment and Captain Bill’s expertise, expect nothing short of exceptional. Prepare for an unforgettable journey filled with camaraderie and the satisfaction of landing your prized catch. Book now and reel in memories to last a lifetime Read More

Embark on an exhilarating 6-hour inshore fishing excursion through the picturesque waters of Sarasota Bay. Our carefully curated trip will take you to a selection of prime fishing spots, carefully chosen for their abundance of fish and scenic beauty. Whether you're an experienced angler or a novice, our private expeditions cater to all skill levels, ensuring a personalized and rewarding fishing experience. Explore the rich diversity of marine life that inhabits the North Sarasota Bay and Bradenton waters. From the thrilling fight of redfish to the elusive snook, the powerful grouper, and the occasional thrill of encountering a shark, there's something for every fishing enthusiast. Our knowledgeable and friendly crew, led by Master Captain Bill, boasts years of experience and a deep understanding of local waters. They are dedicated to ensuring your safety and enjoyment throughout the trip. Equipped with state-of-the-art fishing gear and technology, including top-quality rods, reels, and bait, we guarantee you'll have the best tools at your disposal to land that prized catch. Whether you're seeking relaxation on the water, the thrill of the chase, or simply the joy of being outdoors, our fishing trip promises an unforgettable adventure. Join us for an unparalleled fishing experience that promises not only a successful day on the water but also cherished memories that will last a lifetime. Book your trip today and let us guide you to some of the best fishing spots Sarasota Bay has to offer. Read More