Inshore/Nearshore - 25’ Robalo

NEW Palmetto, FL 1 - 4 People 4 - 8 Hours From $498 Trip #10308
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About Your Trip

Water Type

Inshore, Nearshore, Flats

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather.

Step aboard with Captain Richard and get ready to experience the inshore and nearshore fishing gems of Tampa Bay like a true local. With over 40 years of fishing experience on these waters, Captain Richard brings a lifetime of knowledge to every trip. From picking the perfect bait to finding the hidden honey holes, he knows exactly how to turn an average day on the water into an unforgettable one.

You’ll fish from Captain Richard’s...

About Your Trip

Step aboard with Captain Richard and get ready to experience the inshore and nearshore fishing gems of Tampa Bay like a true local. With over 40 years of fishing experience on these waters, Captain Richard brings a lifetime of knowledge to every trip. From picking the perfect bait to finding the hidden honey holes, he knows exactly how to turn an average day on the water into an unforgettable one.

You’ll fish from Captain Richard’s 25’ Robalo center console, ideal for navigating the calm backwaters, bustling bay, and nearshore reefs just off the coast. With room for up to four anglers, this setup is perfect for a small group of friends or a family adventure. Powered by a 250HP Yamaha engine, the boat moves quickly between spots, giving you more time with lines in the water. A live bait tank, cooler for your catch, and T-top for shade make for a comfortable ride, and while there’s some cover, don’t forget your hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen—this is sunny Florida fishing at its finest!

Tampa Bay offers a rich mix of inshore and nearshore species, and Captain Richard will tailor your trip to what’s biting and what you want to catch. Cruise the mangrove-lined shorelines and back bays to chase Redfish, Spotted Seatrout, Flounder, Sheepshead, and Mangrove Snapper. If you’re looking for a little more pull on the line, head out just past the bay for Snook, Tripletail, Jack Crevalle, and King Mackerel (Kingfish). Whether you're sight casting on the flats or drifting live baits near a structure, there's always action to be found.

You’ll fish using top-quality Penn and Shimano rods and reels, and Captain Richard provides all the gear, bait, licenses, and even fresh water to keep you hydrated. At the end of the trip, he’ll clean and fillet your catch, so you can enjoy the day’s rewards back at home—or at a local dockside restaurant.

Kids are more than welcome, with a minimum age of 6 for inshore trips and 10 for nearshore—making this a great way to introduce younger anglers to the sport.

If you’re looking for a relaxing, hands-on day chasing some of Florida’s favorite gamefish with a seasoned local guide, Captain Richard is your guy. Just bring your favorite snacks, a good attitude, and get ready to reel ‘em in.

The crew works hard to make your day awesome—gratuities around 20% are greatly appreciated.
Amenities

Water Type

Inshore, Nearshore, Flats

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Fish Cleaning

This guide will clean your catch for you.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Live Bait

Live bait is included for this trip.

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather.

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to small children.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled up to 3 days before the trip.

Boat Restroom

No, this boat does not have a bathroom on board.

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

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Pricing Matrix

4 hours 8 hours
1 Person
$498.00
$798.00
2 People
$498.00
$798.00
3 People
$548.00
$848.00
4 People
$598.00
$898.00
Pay 15% of the price as a deposit today, with the balance due on the day of the trip.
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About Your Guide

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Richard S.

Independent Guide
Laid-back
Adventurous
Quality
Beginner Oriented
Hands-off
Captain Richard was born and raised in St. Petersburg, Florida. He grew up on flat bottomed shrimp boats and Jon boats. His school bus would pick him up in front of his house which was attached to a bait shop. His charter company was born out of the nostalgic experiences growing up on Tampa Bay.

Scrapping barnacles off of boat bottoms, bailing the Jon boats out, and cleaning props were regular chores during grade school....

About Your Guide

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Richard S.

Independent Guide
Captain Richard was born and raised in St. Petersburg, Florida. He grew up on flat bottomed shrimp boats and Jon boats. His school bus would pick him up in front of his house which was attached to a bait shop. His charter company was born out of the nostalgic experiences growing up on Tampa Bay.

Scrapping barnacles off of boat bottoms, bailing the Jon boats out, and cleaning props were regular chores during grade school. By the age of 8, he was picking shrimp as a deckhand. He also would help his mother sell bait at Rita’s Bait & Tackle. Some weekends he’d be selling oranges and prawns just outside of the 7-Eleven on Tierra Verde’s Pinellas Bayway. At the age of 12, he was the youngest in his scuba class to receive an open water PADI certification. At the age of 15, he built his very own 28′ Shrimp trawler.

He ran the boat solo or with his younger brother or best friends through out high school.
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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
Goliath Grouper est. 300LBs, Wahoo 88lbs
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
Scamp Grouper

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
Goliath Grouper est. 300LBs, Wahoo 88lbs
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
Scamp Grouper
What’s your favorite movie?
Dune
What do you want for Christmas this year?
New B275hL transducer
How did you get started guiding?
2019
What makes you different from other guides?
I really enjoy what I do still. Many Captains seem to grumpy and have chip on their shoulders---Guiding for especially for long offshore trips is a lot of work and can be very tiring when doing high volumes of trips. I limit the number of trips so it can enjoyable for everyone and less of a grind.
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Start Location & Lodging Options

Palmetto, Florida
Areas Fished

About Your Boat

Boat photo for Inshore/Nearshore - 25’ Robalo
Boat Type
Center Console
Boat Manufacturer
Robalo
Year Built
2017
Boat Length
25'

About Your Boat

Boat Type
Center Console
Boat Manufacturer
Robalo
Year Built
2017
Boat Length
25'
Boat Restroom
No
Engine Manufacturer
Yamaha
Total Horsepower
250
Number of Engines
1
Additional Amenities
GPS, Fishfinder, Live Bait Well, Ice Box
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Trip Details & Amenities

Water Type

Inshore, Nearshore, Flats

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Fish Cleaning

This guide will clean your catch for you.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Live Bait

Live bait is included for this trip.

Weather

You won't lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather.

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to small children.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled up to 3 days before the trip.

Boat Restroom

No, this boat does not have a bathroom on board.

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

Target Species

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  • You might get lucky (as long as things are in-season).
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Everything Else to Know

All gear is included, but we also recommend bringing sunglasses, sunscreen, weather-appropriate clothing, and anything else you might want on the trip.
You're all set! You don't need to buy a license for this trip.
We use a cashless autopay system. We'll send you a boarding pass, and on the day of the trip, your guide will scan your boarding pass to automatically transfer the remaining balance. The only cash needed is to tip your guide (we recommend 20%).
Cancel for free up to 3 days before the trip and receive credit back to your account. Cancelling within 3 of the trip will forfeit your deposit to the guide. Day-of cancellations and no-shows will be charged the full balance of the trip to their card.
In the event of inclement weather you'll be covered by out 100% Weather Guarantee and will not lose your deposit.

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