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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

Looking to catch some big offshore species without spending the entire day out on the water? Then get out there with Captain Taylor, a true local expert, who will get you on the fish, whether you're going for a trophy, hoping to fill your cooler, or both. On this trip, you'll target close offshore species like Amberjack, Black Grouper, Gag Grouper, and Snappers on the reefs, plus Barracuda, False Albacore, Cobia, and Spanish Mackerel closer to the surface.

You'll go after these fish using a variety of techniques including trolling, bottom fishing, drifting, and jigging. Some of these species, especially the Snappers and Groupers, can get seriously big, so bring your A-game! When a lunker hits your line, you're gonna feel it.

You'll be fishing from the deck of Captain Taylor's 24' Century center console—a perfect boat for tackling the nearshore waters around Holmes Beach and Anna Maria Island! She sports a 250 HP Yamaha outboard, so you'll be on the hot fishing spots in a hurry. She's also kitted out with all the standard electronics for a safe and productive trip.

Captain Taylor will bring everything you need for a great trip! All you need to remember is proper clothing, sun protection, a hat, a pair of polarized glasses, and you'll be good to go!

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 kids.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled for a refund 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

	6 Hours	4 Hours
1 Person	$1,400.00	$1,060.00
2 People	$1,400.00	$1,060.00
3 People	$1,400.00	$1,060.00
4 People	$1,400.00	$1,060.00

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

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Book your trip with confidence — We only work with the best local guides that know where to put you on fish.

About Your Guide

Taylor R.

Independent Guide

Captain Taylor is a local who grew up on Anna Maria Island. He has six generations of fishing knowledge behind him, and loves showing clients everything he knows about his local waters. The options are endless here, and Captain Taylor will work to get you the fish you want. In his words, "This isn't just another sun baking charter that you're going to catch some fish and a Florida sunburn. This is the ultimate professional...

About Your Guide

Taylor R.

Independent Guide

Captain Taylor is a local who grew up on Anna Maria Island. He has six generations of fishing knowledge behind him, and loves showing clients everything he knows about his local waters.
The options are endless here, and Captain Taylor will work to get you the fish you want. In his words, "This isn't just another sun baking charter that you're going to catch some fish and a Florida sunburn. This is the ultimate professional experience that you will never forget."

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Start Location & Lodging Options

Holmes Beach, Florida

Areas Fished

St. Pete Beach

About Your Boat

Boat photo for Grouper, AJ's, Tuna, and More

Boat Type: Center Console
Boat Manufacturer: Century
Year Built: 2008
Boat Length: 24'

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Center Console
Boat Manufacturer: Century
Year Built: 2008
Boat Length: 24'
Engine Manufacturer: Yamaha
Total Horsepower: 250
Number of Engines: 1
Additional Amenities: GPS, Fishfinder, Snorkeling Equipment, 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.

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 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 .

	January	February	March	April	May	June	July	August	September	October	November	December
Amberjack	Good	Good	Good	Great	Great	Great	Great	Great	Great	Great	Good	Good
Black Grouper	Good	Good	Great	Great	Great	Good	Good	Not Ideal	Good	Great	Great	Good
False Albacore	Good	Good	Good	Great	Great	Great	Great	Great	Great	Good	Good	Good
Gag Grouper	Good	Good	Good	Good	Good	Great	Great	Great	Great	Great	Great	Good
Mangrove Snapper	Good	Good	Great	Great	Great	Great	Great	Great	Great	Great	Great	Good
Mutton Snapper	Good	Good	Good	Great	Great	Great	Great	Great	Great	Great	Good	Good

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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).
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Techniques

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

Everything Else to Know

Fishing License, Snorkeling Equipment, 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 3 days before the trip and receive credit back to your account.

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

Sonya

Verified Review

July 4

We had the opportunity to take our four kids on their first fishing charter while visiting Sarasota. We booked with Ultimate Fishing Adventures and Henry was our guide. I don’t think we could have asked for a better experience. Henry was amazing with the kids. He put them on fish right away and our son landed a snook on the first cast. Henry even got us up close to some manatees which was so cool....

Sonya

Verified Review

July 4

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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.

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.

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