Off-Shore Charters

NEW Palmetto, FL 1 - 6 People 9 - 14 Hours From $1,598 Trip #10309
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About Your Trip

Water Type

Deep Sea

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

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

If you're looking to experience the thrill of deep-sea fishing off Florida’s Gulf Coast, Captain Richard’s offshore charters are the real deal. With over 40 years of fishing experience in and around Tampa Bay, Captain Richard knows exactly where to find the action and how to get you hooked up. From bottom fishing the reefs for Grouper to trolling blue water for Tuna, these trips offer the kind of full-throttle fishing that offshore anglers live...

About Your Trip

If you're looking to experience the thrill of deep-sea fishing off Florida’s Gulf Coast, Captain Richard’s offshore charters are the real deal. With over 40 years of fishing experience in and around Tampa Bay, Captain Richard knows exactly where to find the action and how to get you hooked up. From bottom fishing the reefs for Grouper to trolling blue water for Tuna, these trips offer the kind of full-throttle fishing that offshore anglers live for.

You'll be heading out on a 30’ Robalo center console built in 2020. This boat is spacious, smooth-riding, and fully outfitted with everything needed for serious offshore fishing. With room for up to six anglers, it's perfect for small groups or families with kids. The vessel features top-tier navigational electronics, outriggers, downriggers, a live bait well, radar, and a wireless trolling motor to keep you dialed in on the bite. There’s also a private toilet onboard, along with an ice box to keep your drinks and catch chilled throughout the day.

Captain Richard offers several offshore options, ranging from nearshore runs to deep water adventures up to 80 miles offshore. The 9-hour trip departs at 5:30 AM and takes you up to 30 miles out, where you’ll target species like Red Snapper, Gag Grouper, Greater Amberjack, and Blackfin Tuna. You’ll use trolling and bottom fishing techniques, depending on what’s biting and where the fish are holding.

If you want to fish farther offshore, the 10-hour trip leaves at 5:00 AM and goes up to 60 miles out. This option opens up access to more remote structures and deeper reefs, offering even better chances at big Grouper, Snapper, Amberjack, and Tuna. For those who want to go all in, the 12-hour full-day trip departs at 4:00 AM and pushes out to 80 miles into the deep, bountiful waters of the Gulf. Out here, you’ll be targeting the same species but with greater size, more numbers, and the added excitement of fishing in true deep water.

Throughout the trip, you’ll be using top-quality Penn and Shimano rods and reels, with live bait prepared in advance to maximize your time on the water. Fishing licenses are fully covered, and at the end of the trip, your catch will be cleaned and filleted by the first mate. The crew also provides fresh water and light snacks, though you're welcome to bring along your own food and drinks to keep you fueled for the day. A hat, sunglasses, and plenty of sunscreen are also highly recommended—once you’re offshore, the Florida sun is no joke.

Target species vary by season but include: Gag Grouper, Greater Amberjack, Blackfin Tuna, Vermilion Snapper, King Mackerel, African Pompano, Cobia, Jack Crevalle, and Mangrove Snapper. Whether you're trolling for Tuna or dropping heavy tackle over deep structure for monster Grouper, Captain Richard will make sure you're in the best position to land something worth bragging about.

With years of experience and a passion for putting people on fish, Captain Richard’s offshore trips are the perfect way to experience the Gulf’s deep-sea fishing potential. All you need to bring is your lunch, your sun protection, and your sense of adventure. The rest is taken care of. The first mate works hard to make sure your day goes smoothly, and tips of around 20% are always appreciated.
Amenities

Water Type

Deep Sea

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.

Boat Restroom

This boat has a restroom.

Live Bait

Live bait is included for this trip.

Weather

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

Federal Permit

This boat is federally permitted to go deep offshore.

Flexible Cancelation

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

Kid Friendly

This trip is not suited for small children.

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

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Pricing Matrix

9 hours 12 hours 14 hours
1 Person
$1,598.00
$2,198.00
$3,600.00
2 People
$1,598.00
$2,198.00
$3,600.00
3 People
$1,673.00
$2,273.00
$3,675.00
4 People
$1,748.00
$2,348.00
$3,750.00
5 People
$1,823.00
$2,423.00
$3,825.00
6 People
$1,898.00
$2,498.00
$3,900.00
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

Profile photo of Captain Experiences guide Richard

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

About Your Boat

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Boat Type
Center Console
Boat Manufacturer
Robalo
Year Built
2020
Boat Length
30'

About Your Boat

Boat Type
Center Console
Boat Manufacturer
Robalo
Year Built
2020
Boat Length
30'
Boat Restroom
Yes
Engine Manufacturer
Yamaha
Total Horsepower
600
Number of Engines
2
Additional Amenities
GPS, Fishfinder, Live Bait Well, Wireless Trolling Motor, Outriggers, Ice Box, Radar
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Trip Details & Amenities

Water Type

Deep Sea

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.

Boat Restroom

This boat has a restroom.

Live Bait

Live bait is included for this trip.

Weather

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

Federal Permit

This boat is federally permitted to go deep offshore.

Flexible Cancelation

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

Kid Friendly

This trip is not suited for small children.

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

Target Species

Color-coded seasonality below is based on .
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  • Get it while it's HOT!
  • This species is in play.
  • You might get lucky (as long as things are in-season).
  • Couldn't tell ya! (no data)

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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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Once you've paid your deposit at checkout, we'll send you a QR Code boarding pass. Just show your guide your boarding pass on the day of the trip, they'll scan it, the remaining balance will transfer automatically, and you'll be all set to get out there. Just make sure you bring a cash tip for the guide!
In the event of inclement weather, our guides will check the conditions and make the final call on whether its safe to go on the trip. If they decide the trip needs to be postponed, we'll work closely with you to reschedule or provide a credit for the full deposit, which can be applied to any of our trips in the US and beyond.
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