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About Your Trip

Water Type

Nearshore

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

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

About Your Trip

Join Captain Nick for a 4- or 6-hour fishing adventure exploring the productive waters off Belleair Bluffs and the surrounding Pinellas County coast!

These trips are all about staying active and adapting to what's biting. Depending on the season and conditions, you could target Mangrove Snapper, Hogfish, Sheepshead, Gag Grouper, Lane Snapper, Spanish Mackerel, King Mackerel, Tripletail, Blacktip Shark, Goliath Grouper, and more throughout the area's nearshore waters.

Nick uses a mix of light tackle, bottom fishing, and drift fishing to get after the day's targets. Live bait, lures, and other presentations can come into play depending on the species and conditions, and Nick is happy to provide instruction for beginners while giving experienced anglers plenty of opportunities to get in on the action.

The 4-hour option is a great introduction to the fishery, typically giving you time to work several different spots while keeping travel time manageable. Step up to the 6-hour trip for additional flexibility to cover more water, explore more fishing spots, and stay with a productive bite longer. On the 6-hour option, you can also talk with Nick about mixing your fishing with some sightseeing or island hopping for a customized day on the water.

You'll fish aboard a spacious 26' catamaran powered by twin 150HP Suzuki engines. The boat's stable layout gives your group plenty of room to move around and fight fish, with Nick preferring to keep fishing trips to 4 guests for maximum comfort. The boat is equipped with GPS, a fishfinder, live bait well, outriggers, an ice box, and an onboard toilet.

Rods, reels, tackle, live bait, lures, and your fishing licenses are all provided. Nick will also clean and fillet your legal catch at the end of the trip, so you can take home some fresh fish for dinner!

Both beginners and experienced anglers are welcome, and families with kids can get in on the fun too. Bring sun protection, weather-appropriate clothing, food or snacks, and anything else you'd like for the day. Water and ice are provided.

Whether you choose 4 hours of focused fishing or give yourself 6 hours to explore more of the coast, Nick will put in the effort to make your day on the water one to remember.

Amenities

Water Type

Nearshore

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	6 hours
1 Person	$750.00	$950.00
2 People	$750.00	$950.00
3 People	$750.00	$950.00
4 People	$750.00	$950.00

Pay 15% of the price as a deposit today, with the balance due on the day of the trip.

About Your Guide

Nick F.

Independent Guide

About Your Guide

Nick F.

Independent Guide

Captain Nick brings a lifetime of local experience to the waters surrounding Belleair Bluffs and Pinellas County. He's spent more than 30 years fishing and enjoying the area and has 7 years of professional guiding experience, giving him a deep understanding of the local fishery and how it changes throughout the seasons.

Nick especially enjoys chasing species like Hogfish and Snapper, but his experience extends across the wide variety of fish found throughout the area's nearshore waters. He's comfortable using everything from bottom fishing and drifting to light tackle and more specialized approaches depending on what's biting.

More than anything, Nick is focused on putting maximum effort and care into every trip. Whether you're bringing the kids out for a first fishing adventure, filling the cooler with some legal keepers, or combining fishing with time exploring the coast, Nick will work to customize the day around your group and make sure you enjoy your time on the water.

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Start Location & Lodging Options

Clearwater, Florida

Areas Fished

About Your Boat

Boat photo for Clearwater Area Nearshore Fishing

Boat Type: Catamaran
Boat Manufacturer: Twin Vee
Year Built: 2018
Boat Length: 26'

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Catamaran
Boat Manufacturer: Twin Vee
Year Built: 2018
Boat Length: 26'
Boat Restroom: No
Engine Manufacturer: Suzuki
Total Horsepower: 300
Number of Engines: 2
Additional Amenities: GPS, Fishfinder, Snorkeling equipment, Live bait well, Outriggers, Ice box

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Trip Details & Amenities

Water Type

Nearshore

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

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)

Techniques

Everything Else to Know

Everything 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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Captain Experiences is home to thousands of quality, vetted fishing, hunting, and other outdoor sports guides across the US and beyond. Our mission is to Unlock the Outdoors by making it quick and easy to book the trip of a lifetime every time with our Damn Good Guides.

We vet our guides and only partner with the best of the best. Our guides do their very best to keep you safe, show you a great time, and send you home with a memorable experience shared with family and friends.

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.

Each trip's price is determined by the guide and reflects all associated costs. A significant factor in pricing is often the type of boat and the corresponding fuel expenses. Additional costs may include leases, marina or slip fees, and the expenses involved in providing and maintaining the necessary gear for your trip.

After booking your trip, we'll connect you directly with your guide to discuss additional details. In the meantime, our team is here to answer any questions via email, text, or phone.