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What are the best permit fishing charters in Tampa Bay?
The best permit fishing charters in Tampa Bay are:
- Tiki Bay Charters guided by John H.
- Florida Fishing Company guided by Randall S. with 19 years of experience
- Sea Dawgs Fishing Charters guided by Joey C.
- Sarasota Sportfishing guided by Brian F.
- Good Times Fishing Adv. with Capt. Wayne Johnson guided by Wayne J.
Why should I book a permit fishing charter in Tampa Bay with Captain Experiences?
Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 13 permit trips in Tampa Bay, and the most popular trips in the area are Nearshore Trips Tierra Verde guided by Gene, Inshore/Nearshore Fishing 4-8 Hours guided by Joey, and Goliath Grouper Fishing 4-6 Hours guided by Joey.
Our guides in Tampa Bay are rated a 5 out of 5 based on 9000 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 permit guides / fishing lessons in Tampa Bay? Check out our beginner and family friendly permit guides in Tampa Bay.
What types of permit fishing charters are common in Tampa Bay?
Inshore fishing is the most popular type of fishing for permit in Tampa Bay as well as nearshore fishing and flats fishing.
The most common fishing techniques in Tampa Bay are light tackle fishing, bottom fishing, and live bait fishing but cut bait fishing and jigging are popular as well.
How much do Tampa Bay permit fishing charters cost?
Prices for permit in Tampa Bay can range anywhere from about $675 to $2,200, but the average price for a half day trip for permit in Tampa Bay is $1,085. The average price for a full day trip for permit in Tampa Bay is $1,541.
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 permit fishing in Tampa Bay?
The most popular season for permit fishing in Tampa Bay is summer, and most anglers book their trips 9 days in advance.
Do I need a Tampa Bay fishing license for permit and what are the bag limits for permit in Tampa Bay?
See here for more information on permit fishing licenses in Tampa Bay, permit bag limits, and fishing season regulations for permit in Tampa Bay. When in doubt, your guide will always know all the relevant permit rules and regulations in Tampa Bay.
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- Amberjack
- Barracuda
- Black Drum
- Black Seabass
- Blacktip Shark
- Bonito
- Bonnethead Shark
- Bull Shark
- Cobia
- Florida Pompano
- Flounder
- Gag Grouper
- Goliath Grouper
- Grunt
- Gulf Grouper
- Hogfish
- Jack Crevalle
- Kingfish
- Lane Snapper
- Mangrove Snapper
- Nurse Shark
- Red Grouper
- Redfish
- Sheepshead
- Snook
- Spanish Mackerel
- Speckled Trout
- Tarpon
- Triggerfish
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