About Your Trip

Water Type

Inshore

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 to slow things down, soak up the Florida sun, and have an unforgettable day of rod-bending action, hop aboard with Captain Wayne for a laid-back, fish-filled adventure across Tampa Bay!

A true local with over 40 years of fishing and boating experience in these waters, Captain Wayne is all about “Good Times”—easygoing vibes, plenty of laughs, and solid action on the rod. Whether you’re a first-timer, a family with kids, or a seasoned angler chasing your next big story, Captain Wayne knows just how to tailor the trip so everyone on board is having fun and catching fish.

Your ride for the day is a 21’ Hewes Redfisher flats boat—a slick, shallow-running machine designed to get into tight backwaters and cruise comfortably across open bay. Outfitted with a GPS, fishfinder, wireless trolling motor, live bait well, and ice box, this boat is purpose-built to put you on the fish and keep your catch fresh along the way.

What’s biting? That depends on what Mother Nature serves up—but the variety is always exciting. On calmer days, you’ll be potluck fishing in the bay, chasing everything from Speckled Trout, Spanish Mackerel, Mangrove Snapper, and Grunts, to hard-fighting Jacks and even Sharks. You might even hook into a surprise Tarpon—it’s Tampa Bay, after all!

When the tides line up just right and Snook or Redfish are schooling, Captain Wayne will guide you to the flats and backwaters where sight casting and shallow-water action heat up. There’s nothing quite like watching your bait disappear in a swirl of water and hearing the drag scream. If it’s Tarpon season and the weather plays nice, you might get the chance to target the “Silver King” for a high-thrill showdown you’ll never forget.

Captain Wayne provides everything you need for a great trip: rods, reels, bait, lures, fishing licenses, and even fish cleaning and filleting at the end of the day. Just bring your sunglasses, non-spray sunscreen, water, and some snacks to keep everyone smiling (especially the kids!).

Kids are more than welcome aboard, and child-sized life vests are available. Whether it’s a young angler catching their very first fish or an adult landing their first Snook, these are the moments Captain Wayne lives for—and you’ll see why his trips are more than just fishing—they’re about making memories on the water.

So if you're ready to experience the best of Tampa Bay with a true local who knows every bend, flat, and channel, climb aboard with Captain Wayne. Relax, cast a line, and let the good times roll!

Amenities

Water Type

Inshore

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 14 days before the trip.

Physicality

This trip requires an easy level of physical activity.

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	$600.00
2 People	$500.00	$600.00
3 People	$550.00	$650.00
4 People	$600.00	$700.00

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

Wayne J.

Independent Guide

Talkative

Instructional

Beginner Oriented

Quantity

Laid-back

Comfortable

Spend the day exploring Tampa Bay with Captain Wayne, a true local who’s been fishing these waters his whole life. With decades of experience chasing everything from snook and redfish inshore to mackerel and snapper nearshore, Captain Wayne knows exactly where to go to get you on the bite. Whether you’re after a serious fishing adventure, a laid-back day at Egmont Key, or just some good old-fashioned fun on the water, Captain Wayne’s got you...

About Your Guide

Wayne J.

Independent Guide

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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

I have caught plenty of great fish over my lifetime both saltwater and freshwater fishing. My most memorable fish was a 46" Snook. These fish were in a pothole in a bay just off the Tampa Bay. We fished this Snook for a couple of weeks. They were all LOGS! I ran through there one day fun fishing and dumped a bunch of bait. Then made a cast and BAM! A SMOKER on the line! That big girl laid out at 46". Its a personal best that I am sure will not be beaten by myself. The biggest fish ever was on my boat. My old man of Fathers Day. The landed a 300+ pound Goliath Grouper. We had our limit on Gags and the last Gag Grouper pops was reeling in was eaten at the side of the boat by a GIANT GOLIATH GROUPER. After 2 hours he landed that beast. The we had a live release.

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

That is simple. Fish Fry, What's fresh from a lake or a bay with all the trimmings. Maybe fish, grits and some Hushpuppies. Or maybe just a good Ole Hamburger.

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

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

That is simple. Fish Fry, What's fresh from a lake or a bay with all the trimmings. Maybe fish, grits and some Hushpuppies. Or maybe just a good Ole Hamburger.

What’s your favorite band?

I have a little Redneck in me, Hank Williams Jr or maybe David Allen Coe. Tough decision.

What’s your favorite movie?

Caddyshack - Classic

What’s your favorite sports team?

Miami Hurricanes Old School

What’s your drink of choice?

In Order Sweet tea am - Water all day - then its 5 o'clock somewhere - definitely after 5pm - Titos, Cranberry with Lime.

What do you want for Christmas this year?

My two front teeth. lol!

How did you get started guiding?

It all started by a passion for fishing. Then I bought a boat and started guiding. Heck I have fished here my whole life like a crack head from childhood to today. There is nothing hard about it. Catch bait and catch fish. At least that's what I thought in my younger days. I started with a nice boat. It had a tower built and a huge livewell but it was just the wrong boat. Just to small. Unfortunately, then I had no money and could barely afford the payment when I started out. A few years later the right boat came along and its a beast! I got a little older and got a little smarter. When you book with Capt. Wayne. We fly first class aboard a Hewes 21 Redfisher with tons of space and a comfortable ride. She rides well in seas and drafts shallow water. Welcome aboard Cadillac Style!

What makes you different from other guides?

There are a few things. Personality and patience, kids are welcome. They will have a great time from catching fish or if they need a break to take a swim. It is hot in the summer sometimes a kid just needs a break. If you are looking for more of a hard core fishing trip. Yes we can do that too. This is not some cookie cutter operation. It your day on the water. We will fish for the mother nature gives us. If want to go out and throw lures all day, I am your guy. Live bait fishing and catch some Snook or Trout. Maybe jump a Tarpon. Or chase bait schools to catch Mackerel or King Mackerel. I am here to have a GREAT TIME! And so are YOU!

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Start Location & Lodging Options

Holmes Beach, Florida

Areas Fished

Tampa Bay

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Bay Boat
Boat Manufacturer: Hewes
Year Built: 2021
Boat Length: 21'

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Bay Boat
Boat Manufacturer: Hewes
Year Built: 2021
Boat Length: 21'
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

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 14 days before the trip.

Physicality

This trip requires an easy level of physical activity.

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

Artificial Lure Fishing
Bottom Fishing
Cut Bait Fishing
Drift Fishing
Light Tackle Fishing
Live Bait Fishing
Trolling
Topwater Fishing

Everything Else to Know

All gear 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 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.

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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.

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