Flats Fishing Charters, Guides, & Trips In Tampa Bay

Everything to Know About Booking a Tampa Bay flats fishing charter

What are the best flats fishing charters in Tampa Bay?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 12 flats trips in Tampa Bay, and the most popular trips in the area are Clearwater Flats Sightfishing guided by Tyson, Tampa Bay Inshore Adventure guided by Wade, and Tampa Bay Inshore Slam guided by John.

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The most popular cities to book a Flats charter in are Tampa, Clearwater and St. Petersburg.

What types of flats fishing charters are common in Tampa Bay?

The most commonly sought after species for flats 1 are: 1. speckled trout, 2. snook, 3. redfish, and 4. cobia.

The most common fishing techniques in Tampa Bay are light tackle fishing, live bait fishing, and artificial lure fishing but fly fishing and drift fishing are popular as well.

How much do Tampa Bay flats fishing charters cost?

for flats fishing in Tampa Bay prices can range anywhere from $300 to $1,150, but the average price for a half day for flats fishing in Tampa Bay is $546. The average price for a full day for flats fishing in Tampa Bay is $833.

When is the best month to go flats fishing in Tampa Bay?

The most popular season for flats fishing in Tampa Bay is spring, and most anglers book their trips 7 days in advance.

Do I need a Tampa Bay fishing license and what are the bag limits in Tampa Bay?

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