Guide:

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

Captain Chris offer fishing charters for Tampa Bay and The Gulf of Mexico. They know the inlets, islands, and estuaries of the waters around Tampa. When you want to catch kingfish, gag grouper, mangrove snapper, black sea bass, sheepshead, tarpon, Goliath grouper, red grouper, shark and more, they’ll show you where, when and how. They’ll take you to the best spots and guide you around the area.

His 22’ Cape Horn comes loaded with all the gear you could possibly need for a successful day out on the water including all the rods, reels, tackle, bait and fishing licenses. So all you have to do is bring your favorite snack and drinks, your sun protection, and your camera and Captain Chris will take care of the rest!

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.

Music

You can play your own bluetooth music.

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 kids.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled for a refund up to 14 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

	5 Hours	6 Hours	8 Hours
1 Person	$650.00	$750.00	$950.00
2 People	$650.00	$750.00	$950.00
3 People	$650.00	$750.00	$950.00
4 People	$650.00	$750.00	$950.00

Pay 30% of the price as a deposit today, with the balance due on the day of the trip.

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About Your Guide

Chris W.

Independent Guide 28 years of exp.

Talkative

Laid-back

Instructional

Adventurous

Expert Oriented

Quantity

Chris is a USCG licensed private fishing guide. He’s been fishing the waters around Tampa for over 25 years. It’s what he loves to do. And he loves to show others how to make the big catch. He serves the Tampa, Tampa Bay, St. Petersburg, Gulf of Mexico, Hillsborough County, Pinellas County, Manatee County, Pasco County, Cockroach Bay, Bishop's Harbor, Bay Channel, Beer Can Island, Egmont Channel, Egmont Key, Fort Desota, Anna Marie Island, off-Shore...

About Your Guide

Chris W.

Independent Guide 28 years of exp.

Chris is a USCG licensed private fishing guide. He’s been fishing the waters around Tampa for over 25 years. It’s what he loves to do. And he loves to show others how to make the big catch.

He serves the Tampa, Tampa Bay, St. Petersburg, Gulf of Mexico, Hillsborough County, Pinellas County, Manatee County, Pasco County, Cockroach Bay, Bishop's Harbor, Bay Channel, Beer Can Island, Egmont Channel, Egmont Key, Fort Desota, Anna Marie Island, off-Shore wrecks and reefs, and Sunshine Skyway Bridge.

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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

250# Tiger shark

If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?

Tuna

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

250# Tiger shark

If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?

Tuna

Whats your favorite band?

Pantera

Whats your favorite movie?

Movie 43 Dennies Quaid

Whats your favorite sports team?

Rays

Whats your drink of choice?

Sweet Tea

How did you get started guiding?

I love fishing

What makes you different from other guides?

Diversity

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Start Location & Lodging Options

St. Petersburg, Florida

Areas Fished

Tampa Bay
St. Pete Beach

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Center Console
Boat Manufacturer: Cape Horn
Year Built: 2022
Boat Length: 22'

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Center Console
Boat Manufacturer: Cape Horn
Year Built: 2022
Boat Length: 22'
Engine Manufacturer: Suzuki
Total Horsepower: 350
Number of Engines: 1
Additional Amenities: GPS, Fishfinder, Live Bait Well, 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.

Music

You can play your own bluetooth music.

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 kids.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled for a refund up to 14 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

Bottom Fishing
Drift Fishing
Heavy Tackle Fishing
Jigging
Light Tackle Fishing
Live Bait Fishing
Trolling

Everything Else to Know

Bring are drinks, food, and your FishHuge sun protective shirts and face shields. Fishing License, Ice Box, Rods, reels & tackle included.

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 14 days before the trip and receive credit back to your account. Cancelling within 14 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.

Reviews

5.0

based on 1 review

Brian

Verified Review

July 30

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

Brian

Verified Review

July 30

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

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First Time Booking with Us?

Captain Experiences is home to 1,600+ quality, vetted fishing and hunting 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, bait, 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.