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Everything to Know About Booking a St. Pete Beach tarpon fishing charter

What are the best tarpon fishing charters in St. Pete Beach?

Why should I book a tarpon fishing charter in St. Pete Beach with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 16 tarpon trips in St. Pete Beach, and the most popular trips in the area are Reel Salty Sportfishing guided by Nick, Holmes Beach Inshore Slammin' guided by Robert, and Florida Sportfish on Light Tackle guided by Chris.

Our guides in St. Pete Beach are rated a 5 out of 5 based on 3696 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 tarpon guides / fishing lessons in St. Pete Beach? Check out our beginner and family friendly tarpon guides in St. Pete Beach.

What types of tarpon fishing charters are common in St. Pete Beach?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing for tarpon in St. Pete Beach as well as inshore fishing, nearshore fishing, and flats fishing.

The most common fishing techniques in St. Pete Beach are live bait fishing, light tackle fishing, and artificial lure fishing but sight casting and drift fishing are popular as well.

How much do St. Pete Beach tarpon fishing charters cost?

Prices for tarpon in St. Pete Beach can range anywhere from about $550 to $4,800, but the average price for a half day trip for tarpon in St. Pete Beach is $1,278. The average price for a full day trip for tarpon in St. Pete Beach is $1,980.

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 tarpon fishing in St. Pete Beach?

The most popular season for tarpon fishing in St. Pete Beach is summer, and most anglers book their trips 5 days in advance.

Do I need a St. Pete Beach fishing license for tarpon and what are the bag limits for tarpon in St. Pete Beach?

See here for more information on tarpon fishing licenses in St. Pete Beach, tarpon bag limits, and fishing season regulations for tarpon in St. Pete Beach. When in doubt, your fishing guide will always know the right tarpon rules and regulations in St. Pete Beach.

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

  • ★★★★★
    Outstanding! Worked hard to find fish, great adventure

    Mark H. | August 24, 2024

    Trip: Chasing Monsters - 24’ Pathfinder

  • ★★★★★
    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

  • ★★★★★
    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 boys and I had a great time. It was the first time they’d ever been out on a charter. Kevin was a great host he put us on the fish cleaned our catch and was just a joy to spend four hours with. We would highly recommend. Where he picks you up they have valet parking and his boat is just a few steps away.

    Cornelius B. | May 23, 2024

    Trip: Non-Stop Inshore Action

  • ★★★★★
    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

  • ★★★★★
    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

  • ★★★★★
    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

  • ★★★★★
    Had a great trip with captain nick. Despite the tough conditions we were able to find some fish, will book again.

    Max S. | March 19, 2024

    Trip: Reel Salty Sportfishing

  • ★★★★★
    Had a great day fishing with Captain Nick Hughs! Trip started on time with nearly perfect weather. Boat was ready to go with all the bait and tackle we needed. Although the fish were hard to find, we did land a nice Snook. Nick worked his fanny off trying to get us on the fish. He’s a great Capt. and great host!

    Jan G. | March 13, 2024

    Trip: Reel Salty Sportfishing

  • ★★★★★
    We had an awesome morning with our terrific guide. Could not have been better. Thanks.

    Chip B. | December 23, 2023

    Trip: Inshore Fishing Trip AM

  • ★★★★★
    Great trip. Capt Tyler did a great job on finding fish for us to catch. Would definitely go with him again.

    Craig B. | December 22, 2023

    Trip: Sunny Fishing on Tampa Bay

  • ★★★★★
    Had a great first experience with Captain Tyler. We had great fishing with tough conditions !!

    Scott O. | December 19, 2023

    Trip: Sunny Fishing on Tampa Bay

  • ★★★★★
    Awesome fun trip. Captain Tyler knows his stuff. Highly recommend.

    Erinn . | September 18, 2023

    Trip: Sunny Fishing on Tampa Bay

  • ★★★★★
    We had the best time with Capt. Kevin! We caught tons of fish and he was informative and engaging. I could not recommend more. The boat is also fantastic. Beautifully maintained custom boat with great speakers. Can't wait to get on the water with him again!

    Harper W. | April 27, 2023

    Trip: Non-Stop Inshore Action

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