About Your Trip

Water Type

Inshore, Nearshore

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

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

About Your Trip

If you’re looking for fish, friends, and family fun, you have picked the ultimate experience, with all three to be found in abundance on one fine fishing boat!

Captain Roy was born and raised in the Tampa Bay area and has spent most of his life on the waters of West Central Florida. As a third-generation native Captain, Roy grew up fishing with his father, grandfather, and brother, learning to truly appreciate the wonderful fishing of the Tampa Bay area’s Gulf Coast. He has devoted his career to sharing the ultimate fishing experience with you and your favorite fishing gang. Captain Roy can provide a fun day of family fishing as well as personal fishing guidance for the more serious angler.

You will fish aboard his 22’ Skeeter powered by a 250 HP Yamaha engine. Captain Roy provides Eupro rods, Penn reels, and Spiderwire fishing line. You are also welcome to bring your own fly fishing equipment.

While fishing inshore you can target a variety of species. Depending on the season you might reel in Redfish, Snook, Jack Crevalle, Cobia, Sharks, and more.

Without friends, fishing isn’t as much fun, and you will always find plenty of both friendship and fish when you fish with Captain Roy. A fishing license is provided for you and Captain Roy will clean and fillet any fish you’d like to bring home

Amenities

Water Type

Inshore, 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 1 days before the trip.

Lunch

Lunch / light snacks are included.

Boat Restroom

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

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

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Pricing Matrix

	4 Hours	6 Hours	8 Hours
1 Person	$500.00	$650.00	$800.00
2 People	$500.00	$650.00	$800.00
3 People	$550.00	$700.00	$850.00
4 People	$600.00	$750.00	$900.00

Pay 20% 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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About Your Guide

Roy J.

Independent Guide

Born and raised in the Tampa Bay area, Captain Roy is a third-generation Florida native whose life on the water started young—fishing with his father, grandfather, and brother across the local flats and bays. From Sarasota to Clearwater and everywhere in between, he's spent a lifetime learning the rhythms of these waters and the habits of the fish that call them home.

Captain Roy brings that deep-rooted experience to every trip he runs out of St. Petersburg, offering anglers a chance to fish like a local with someone who knows these waters inside and out. Whether you're after tailing Redfish in skinny water, stalking Snook through the mangroves, or heading out for something bigger nearshore, Roy is all about creating a safe, exciting, and memorable day on the water.

His trips cover the rich coastal stretch of central west Florida, including Tampa, Clearwater, Largo, Bradenton, Apollo Beach, Palmetto, and St. Pete Beach—where the scenery is just as rewarding as the fishing. Captain Roy takes pride in tailoring each charter to the angler, whether you're looking to land your first catch or battle a Gulf Coast trophy.

With a calm demeanor, deep local knowledge, and a lifelong passion for fishing, Captain Roy makes every trip feel like a day on the water with an old friend. Book your trip today and come experience the kind of fishing that keeps generations of locals coming back for more.

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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

43” Snook 30.5 lbs

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

Chicken and dumplings

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

43” Snook 30.5 lbs

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

Chicken and dumplings

What’s your favorite band?

Depends on the genre!

What’s your favorite movie?

Tombstone

What’s your favorite sports team?

Dolphins

What’s your drink of choice?

Ice tea

What was your last halloween costume?

Don’t remember dementia is kicking in!

What do you want for Christmas this year?

New trolling motor

How did you get started guiding?

It’s all I’ve ever wanted to do

What makes you different from other guides?

I care if people are comfortable and have a good time!

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Start Location & Lodging Options

St. Petersburg, Florida

Areas Fished

About Your Boat

Boat photo for Florida Snook, Jacks, and Reds

Boat Type: Bay Boat
Boat Manufacturer: Skeeter 220sx
Year Built: 2014
Boat Length: 22'

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Bay Boat
Boat Manufacturer: Skeeter 220sx
Year Built: 2014
Boat Length: 22'
Boat Restroom: No
Engine Manufacturer: Yamaha
Total Horsepower: 250
Number of Engines: 1
Additional Amenities: GPS, Fishfinder, Live Bait Well, Wireless Trolling Motor, Ice Box

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Trip Details & Amenities

Water Type

Inshore, 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 1 days before the trip.

Lunch

Lunch / light snacks are included.

Boat Restroom

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

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Target Species

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Everything Else to Know

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 up to 1 day before the trip and receive credit back to your account. 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 3 reviews

Mark

Verified Review

April 8

The trip I had with Captain Roy was amazing! Being from out of town he was very helpful because I'm used to fishing for pan fish and fishing in Florida is a little different then that. My buddy, his 6 year old son, and I all had a lot of laughs and caught some fish. Caught my biggest fish and got to see a dolphin swimming around our boat. I'll definitely be planning on another...

Mark

Verified Review

April 8

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Ruben

Verified Review

August 12

My wife and i had a fantastic time with Captain Roy. He took us to an amazing fishing spot where we kept pulling up spotted sea bass. The spot was also very beatiful where we saw dolphins and even a manitee swimming around. I will surely do this again on my next trip.

Ruben

Verified Review

August 12

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Trip: 4 Hour Inshore - 22' Skeeter

Robert

Verified Review

May 4

Not sure why we didn’t have our original captain as I selected on the web site.

I would not recommend a trip through your services ever again. Very unprofessional operation and glad to provide the crappy feedback.

Rating 2

Robert

Verified Review

May 4

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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.