Bradenton Classic Nearshore

100% (17) Bradenton, FL 1 - 6 People 4 - 6 Hours From $500 Trip #3007
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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.

Head out with Captain Alex for a day full of fishing fun and making memories hammering the inshore and nearshore waters around Ponce Inlet.

Exploring the inshore you can target Trout, Redfish, Snook, Tarpon, and more, and venturing out into the nearshore water passed the inlet opens the door to Snapper, Grouper, Cobia, Hogfish, Permit, and more.

The boat is a 1998 22-foot Hydrasport that has had a lot of work done in the past...

About Your Trip

Head out with Captain Alex for a day full of fishing fun and making memories hammering the inshore and nearshore waters around Ponce Inlet.

Exploring the inshore you can target Trout, Redfish, Snook, Tarpon, and more, and venturing out into the nearshore water passed the inlet opens the door to Snapper, Grouper, Cobia, Hogfish, Permit, and more.

The boat is a 1998 22-foot Hydrasport that has had a lot of work done in the past few years. Re-Powered by a 2015 200HP Suzuki 4 stroke. The boat is kept clean and well maintained. Equipped with some of the best gear and tackle you will need for a safe, successful, and fun-filled day on the waters around Bradenton, Anna Maria Island, and Palmetto, Florida with Captain Alex. Captain Alex like fish 4 anglers at a time just so lines don’t get tangled.

Captain Alex specializes in light tackle fishing and will take care of your licenses, bait, tackle, ice, and a cooler to store your catch. He will also clean and fillet your catch at the end of the trip.
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 7 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
$500.00
$650.00
2 People
$500.00
$650.00
3 People
$550.00
$700.00
4 People
$600.00
$750.00
5 People
$650.00
$800.00
6 People
$700.00
$850.00
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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Alex K.

Independent Guide 7 years of exp.
Talkative
Laid-back
Instructional
Adventurous
Quality
Beginner Oriented
Captain Alex, U.S.C.G. Certified and Insured, is a fun and knowledgeable guide to take you fishing in the waters around Manatee County. Captain Alex is a fourth-generation Manatee County native and has been around boats his entire life. He knows these waters like the back of his hand and will do everything he can to make your trip successful and enjoyable. Kids are always welcome aboard – Captain Alex loves teaching them about fishing and...

About Your Guide

Profile photo of Captain Experiences guide Alex

Alex K.

Independent Guide 7 years of exp.
Captain Alex, U.S.C.G. Certified and Insured, is a fun and knowledgeable guide to take you fishing in the waters around Manatee County. Captain Alex is a fourth-generation Manatee County native and has been around boats his entire life. He knows these waters like the back of his hand and will do everything he can to make your trip successful and enjoyable. Kids are always welcome aboard – Captain Alex loves teaching them about fishing and watching their faces light up when they reel in a big one! Don't hesitate to book your trip with Captain Alex. You're guaranteed to have a great time – and maybe even catch a record-breaking fish!
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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
400lb swordfish
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
Smash burgers

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
400lb swordfish
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
Smash burgers
What’s your drink of choice?
Rum Runner
How did you get started guiding?
I love to fish
What makes you different from other guides?
I actually love watching people catch the fish they are after and the smile on their faces.
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Start Location & Lodging Options

Bradenton, Florida

About Your Boat

Boat photo for Bradenton Classic Nearshore
Boat photo for Bradenton Classic Nearshore
Boat Type
Center Console
Boat Manufacturer
Collier boat works
Year Built
2023
Boat Length
26'

About Your Boat

Boat Type
Center Console
Boat Manufacturer
Collier boat works
Year Built
2023
Boat Length
26'
Boat Restroom
No
Engine Manufacturer
Suzuki
Total Horsepower
200
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

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 7 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

  • Light Tackle Fishing
  • Trolling

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 for free up to 7 days before the trip and receive credit back to your account. Cancelling within 7 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 11 reviews

Mr

Verified Review

October 22

I had caught almost all nearshore species of fish, but never a hogfish snapper. For my 79th birthday I really wanted to catch one. Captain Alex guided us to a spot where I caught my first one and then a limit of 5!! Captain Alex gave me a great birthday experience.

Mr

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October 22

I had caught almost all nearshore species of fish, but never a hogfish snapper. For my 79th birthday I really wanted to catch one. Captain Alex guided us to a spot where I caught my first one and then a limit of 5!! Captain Alex gave me a great birthday experience.
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Jarrod

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April 17

Had a great time with Alex. He too is to a good spot that was just our speed and worked hard to help us keep our lines in the water. We caught bunch of speckled trout and mackerel. Then hit a nice spot to swim and shell before heading back in.

Alex was personable and helped make our experience a memorable one. His boat was perfect for our group of 5. We would...

Jarrod

Verified Review

April 17

Had a great time with Alex. He too is to a good spot that was just our speed and worked hard to help us keep our lines in the water. We caught bunch of speckled trout and mackerel. Then hit a nice spot to swim and shell before heading back in.

Alex was personable and helped make our experience a memorable one. His boat was perfect for our group of 5. We would highly recommend heading out with Alex!
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Trip: Bradenton Classic Inshore

Beth

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October 26

We had a wonderful morning with Captain Alex catching redfish, snook and speckled sea trout. He even cleaned our fish for us.

Beth

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October 26

We had a wonderful morning with Captain Alex catching redfish, snook and speckled sea trout. He even cleaned our fish for us.
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Trip: Bradenton Classic Inshore

Response from Alex:
I appreciate the review and more then welcome on the boat anytime your in the area!

Response from Alex:

I appreciate the review and more then welcome on the boat anytime your in the area!
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Andrew

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October 21

Captain Alex was a knowledgeable guide. Quick to get everyone's line in the water and manage them whenever there was a tangle or snapped line. Great conversationalist if you wish to chat and fish. Great experience all around, no complaints.

Andrew

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October 21

Captain Alex was a knowledgeable guide. Quick to get everyone's line in the water and manage them whenever there was a tangle or snapped line. Great conversationalist if you wish to chat and fish. Great experience all around, no complaints.
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Trip: Bradenton Classic Inshore

Response from Alex:
Had a great morning with you guys! Till next trip, tight lines!!

Response from Alex:

Had a great morning with you guys! Till next trip, tight lines!!
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Scott

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November 25

Fantastic day on the water with Captain Alex. I showed up to the dock a little early and everything was already dialed in—the boat was spotless, fully prepared, and stocked with fresh bait he’d caught that morning. Even on a quick half-day trip, we covered multiple areas and switched up tactics, starting with snook along mangroves and docks before moving on to speckled trout and mackerel.

Captain Alex struck the perfect balance between being helpful and...

Scott

Verified Review

November 25

Fantastic day on the water with Captain Alex. I showed up to the dock a little early and everything was already dialed in—the boat was spotless, fully prepared, and stocked with fresh bait he’d caught that morning. Even on a quick half-day trip, we covered multiple areas and switched up tactics, starting with snook along mangroves and docks before moving on to speckled trout and mackerel.

Captain Alex struck the perfect balance between being helpful and letting me fish how I wanted. He was always ready to assist, but also encouraged me to bait hooks, handle fish, and stay fully involved. The action stayed steady, and he offered great coaching and insight whenever I had questions.

Couldn’t have asked for a better experience. I’d absolutely book with him again and look forward to getting back out there soon!
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Trip: Bradenton Classic Inshore

Mike

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November 24

Outstanding experience with Alex and his skills and knowledge. Great day of fishing with everyone in the group catching a ton and we have a great time. Highly recommend!

Mike

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November 24

Outstanding experience with Alex and his skills and knowledge. Great day of fishing with everyone in the group catching a ton and we have a great time. Highly recommend!
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Trip: Bradenton Classic Inshore

Tera

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September 4

Alex was a great captain, very personable! We caught lot of different that we could eat….red fish, snook, snapper, grouper! Highly recommended and would use again!

Tera

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September 4

Alex was a great captain, very personable! We caught lot of different that we could eat….red fish, snook, snapper, grouper! Highly recommended and would use again!
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Peter

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July 31

Alex was a fantastic guide! Put us on fish at every stop and was very thorough, professional and really an awesome guy/Captain. And we left with a huge bag of speckled trout and mangrove snapper. Can't wait to have fish for dinner!!!!!

Peter

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July 31

Alex was a fantastic guide! Put us on fish at every stop and was very thorough, professional and really an awesome guy/Captain. And we left with a huge bag of speckled trout and mangrove snapper. Can't wait to have fish for dinner!!!!!
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Trip: Bradenton Classic Inshore

Ben

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November 10

Great day on water. Very knowledgeable of the waters, fish, and gear.

Ben

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November 10

Great day on water. Very knowledgeable of the waters, fish, and gear.
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Trip: Bradenton Classic Inshore

Response from Alex:
Thank you very much and more then welcome back anytime you’re in town!

Response from Alex:

Thank you very much and more then welcome back anytime you’re in town!
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Bill

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December 30

My family fished with Alex today and everyone had a blast. Great guide and wonderful trip and experience with him and Taylor. Would highly recommend them and we plan to book them again in the future.

Bill

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December 30

My family fished with Alex today and everyone had a blast. Great guide and wonderful trip and experience with him and Taylor. Would highly recommend them and we plan to book them again in the future.
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Trip: Bradenton Classic Inshore

Response from Alex:
We had a blast that day with you guys! More then welcome back anytime your in town!

Response from Alex:

We had a blast that day with you guys! More then welcome back anytime your in town!
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Rich

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October 26

Captain Alex put us on the fish today. We caught snook , sea trout , and hooked into a huge cobia that took my wife for a fun ride until it broke off. It was a fun time and great trip.

Rich

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October 26

Captain Alex put us on the fish today. We caught snook , sea trout , and hooked into a huge cobia that took my wife for a fun ride until it broke off. It was a fun time and great trip.
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Trip: Bradenton Classic Inshore

Response from Alex:
You guys are welcome back out on the boat anytime you want! Till next trip, tight lines!

Response from Alex:

You guys are welcome back out on the boat anytime you want! Till next trip, tight lines!
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