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Everything to Know About Booking a Tampa Bay gag grouper fishing charter

What are the best gag grouper fishing charters in Tampa Bay?

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

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 50 gag grouper trips in Tampa Bay, and the most popular trips in the area are Targeted Flats Fishing guided by , Offshore Trip - 27' Cape Horn guided by , and Half Day Tampa guided by .

Our guides in Tampa Bay are rated a 4.95 out of 5 based on 4082 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 gag grouper guides / fishing lessons in Tampa Bay? Check out our beginner and family friendly gag grouper guides in Tampa Bay.

What types of gag grouper fishing charters are common in Tampa Bay?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing for gag grouper in Tampa Bay as well as inshore fishing, nearshore fishing, and flats fishing.

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

How much do Tampa Bay gag grouper fishing charters cost?

Prices for gag grouper in Tampa Bay can range anywhere from about $600 to $4,020, but the average price for a half day trip for gag grouper in Tampa Bay is $1,156. The average price for a full day trip for gag grouper in Tampa Bay is $2,005.

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 gag grouper fishing in Tampa Bay?

The most popular season for gag grouper fishing in Tampa Bay is spring, and most anglers book their trips 22 days in advance.

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

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

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Gage and Noah were great. They knew where to find the fish and kept us catching several kinds of fish throughout the trip. We went as a family and they kept the kids busy and were a big help showing them exactly what to do. I would definitely recommend them!

    Katherine F. | March 5, 2025

    Trip: Clearwater Mixed Bag Trip

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great family outing with Dillon. Dillon was a great captain and a guy you’ll enjoy spending the day fishing with.

    Lucas S. | March 4, 2025

    Trip: Targeted Flats Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great day with Adam, thoroughly knowledgeable about the area and how to catch em!!! He gave us several options to choose from and he did not disappoint!!! We will be chartering with him again in the near future.

    William B. | March 2, 2025

    Trip: Offshore Trip - 27' Cape Horn

  • ★★★★★
    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

  • ★★★★★
    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

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Tommy is awesome! I searched through all the guides for a Tampa Bay fishing trip. Decided to pick Tommy because he would take take kids. And while my son and I aren't kids, I figured he must be a patient man. Boy was I right! We aren't novice fisherman by any means, but I don't particularly like a judgmental guide. Captain Tommy is great, gave us lots of options. I specifically said we just wanted action, and we sure got that. Seven hour charter under the absolute worst conditions! Absolute low tide with a full moon cycle at the start. We ended up with 52 fish landed.

    John W. | February 12, 2025

    Trip: Tampa Bay Flats, Mangroves & Bay

  • ★★★★★
    Taylor was a great guide very knowledgeable and genially loves fishing

    Gary B. | January 31, 2025

    Trip: Inshore Fishing Charter Bradenton

  • ★★★★★
    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

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great time. We caught around 40 fish. Gray snapper, Redfish, Porgy, and Sheep Head. Caught some group or two, but they’re out of season so I’d throw them back. The fish we did keep we took back and cooked them up. They were delicious.

    Griffin P. | December 13, 2024

    Trip: 6 Hour Sarasota Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Was very pleased with the experience. We caught about 40 fish overall and he took us to several spots. Easy to talk with and excellent communication.

    Dave C. | November 26, 2024

    Trip: Targeted Flats Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Great experience, great fishing! Captain Mikey took us right to where the fish were. Started catching fish within a minute of the first bait hitting the water. Steady action for a while, when things slowed Capt. Mikey moved us to a spot where we quickly started catching again. Fished in about four different spots not far from each other, all but the last produced multiple fish. Fun trip!

    Howard D. | August 1, 2024

    Trip: Clearwater Beach Inshore Family Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Great time on the water. Chris and Kaden are very knowledgeable. Highly recommend

    Brian P. | July 30, 2024

    Trip: Florida Sportfish on Light Tackle

  • ★★★★★
    Awesome trip with Adam! Highly recommend!!

    Brionne J. | July 26, 2024

    Trip: Offshore Trip - 27' Cape Horn

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Heather sent my wife and I and our two granddaughters out for a 6 hour combination trolling and bottom fishing trip with Captain DJ and Tyler. We can't say enough about how enjoyable it was. Both DJ and Tyler were fantastic guys to be around and put us on plenty of fish, both trolling and bottom fishing. It was very impressive to watch them as a team work to keep our granddaughters busy reeling in fish. They made every aspect of the trip friendly, comfortable and fun. It was all we had hoped to experience. Many thanks to Heather, DJ, Tyler and Captain Experiences.

    Ricky M. | July 18, 2024

    Trip: Crushing Clearwater Offshore

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Greg put us on the fish all day and we had a great time!

    Adrian W. | July 17, 2024

    Trip: St. Pete Offshore Experience

  • ★★★★★
    Absolutely will be back. Super day out catching fish. Great crew, great boat. The day went way too fast!

    Brian M. | July 15, 2024

    Trip: Clearwater offshore fishing

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great time with our guides. They were easy going and very accommodating. We caught a variety of different fish. I would for sure go out with these guys again.

    Tori S. | July 7, 2024

    Trip: Clearwater offshore fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Please send our photos.

    William J. | July 7, 2024

    Trip: Clearwater Beach Inshore Family Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Greatest experience we could ask for. Caught a good amount and captain Adam was very knowledgeable on where to go for best fishing and Is very respectful. Would highly recommend captain Adam to anyone looking for a fun fishing trip.

    Landan L. | July 7, 2024

    Trip: Offshore Trip - 27' Cape Horn

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