- How far out
- Bays, flats & passes (protected)
- Water & comfort
- Calm — best for avoiding seasickness
- Trip length
- 4–8 hrs (half or full day)
- You'll catch
- Snook, redfish, spotted seatrout
- Best for
- Families, kids, first-timers
- Boat
- Shallow-draft bay boat
- Season
- Open all year
- Price
- $700–$1,400
Experience the Thrill of Fishing Florida's Pristine Inshore Waters
Inshore Fishing Charters on Anna Maria Island
Choose Your Inshore Fishing Trip
Embark on a relaxing yet exciting fishing adventure through the calm and scenic waters of Anna Maria Island. Our inshore fishing charters take you to some of the best fishing spots, including Sarasota Bay, Tampa Bay, the Gulf Beach, Egmont Key, and the Manatee River. Whether you're a seasoned angler or a first-timer, our trips are tailored to provide a memorable day on the water.
We provide all the essentials to make your trip seamless, including bait, tackle, licenses, and bottled water. Your captain will also filet and bag any legal fish you want to keep, ensuring you leave with fresh, ready-to-cook catches. And for those looking to enhance the experience, bring your catch to the Waterfront Restaurant to enjoy a unique “Cook Your Catch” meal.
Our Trips Include
- Bait & Tackle
- Fishing License
- Bottled Water
- Bag & Filet any Legal Catch
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4 Hour Inshore Trip
A quick and exciting fishing adventure in Sarasota Bay or Tampa Bay, perfect for targeting snook and redfish while enjoying a relaxing time on the water.
$ 700 up to 6 ($50/person more than 4) -
6 Hour Inshore Trip
Enjoy a longer trip exploring multiple fishing locations, such as Egmont Key and the Gulf Beach, for a more immersive fishing experience.
$ 1,000 up to 6 ($50/person more than 4) -
8 Hour Inshore Trip
A full-day adventure allowing you to visit iconic spots like the Manatee River while targeting a wide range of species and enjoying the beauty of Florida's inshore waters.
$ 1,400 up to 6 ($50/person more than 4)
Inshore · Nearshore · Deep Sea · Tarpon · Fly
How This Trip Compares
Still weighing your options? Here's how this charter stacks up against our other fishing trips.
| You're viewing Inshore Calm, protected water — the easygoing favorite for families and first-timers. | Nearshore The deep-sea thrill without the long haul — big-fish action a few miles off the beach. | Deep Sea The full-day, far-out trophy hunt — our most in-demand trip, and it books up fast. | Tarpon A bucket-list battle with the “Silver King” — our signature seasonal trip. | Fly The purest test of skill — sight-casting the flats with a fly rod. | |
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| How far out | Bays, flats & passes (protected) | 1–9 miles off the beach | 30–100 miles offshore | Nearshore — Egmont Key & Skyway | Inshore flats & mangrove creeks |
| Water & comfort | Calm — best for avoiding seasickness | Light chop, still close to shore | Open Gulf — for experienced crews | Light chop, close to shore | Calm, protected water |
| Trip length | 4–8 hrs (half or full day) | 4–6 hrs (half day) | 6–8 hrs (full day) | 6–8 hrs (half or full day) | 4–8 hrs (half or full day) |
| You'll catch | Snook, redfish, spotted seatrout | King & Spanish mackerel, grouper, snapper, cobia | Red snapper, grouper, amberjack, tuna | Tarpon — the “Silver King” | Snook & redfish on the fly |
| Best for | Families, kids, first-timers | The deep-sea feel, easier to book | Hardcore anglers & trophy hunters | Anglers chasing a trophy fight | Fly anglers & technique lovers |
| Boat | Shallow-draft bay boat | 24′ center console with tower | 31′ Contender with restroom | 24′ center console with tower | Shallow-draft bay boat |
| Season | Open all year | Open all year | Open all year | Seasonal — spring & summer | Open all year |
| Price | $700–$1,400 | $1,000–$1,200 | $1,800–$2,200 | $1,200–$1,600 | $700–$1,400 |
| Book Now | Explore Nearshore Trips | Explore Deep Sea Trips | Explore Tarpon Trips | Explore Fly Fishing |
- How far out
- 1–9 miles off the beach
- Water & comfort
- Light chop, still close to shore
- Trip length
- 4–6 hrs (half day)
- You'll catch
- King & Spanish mackerel, grouper, snapper, cobia
- Best for
- The deep-sea feel, easier to book
- Boat
- 24′ center console with tower
- Season
- Open all year
- Price
- $1,000–$1,200
- How far out
- 30–100 miles offshore
- Water & comfort
- Open Gulf — for experienced crews
- Trip length
- 6–8 hrs (full day)
- You'll catch
- Red snapper, grouper, amberjack, tuna
- Best for
- Hardcore anglers & trophy hunters
- Boat
- 31′ Contender with restroom
- Season
- Open all year
- Price
- $1,800–$2,200
- How far out
- Nearshore — Egmont Key & Skyway
- Water & comfort
- Light chop, close to shore
- Trip length
- 6–8 hrs (half or full day)
- You'll catch
- Tarpon — the “Silver King”
- Best for
- Anglers chasing a trophy fight
- Boat
- 24′ center console with tower
- Season
- Seasonal — spring & summer
- Price
- $1,200–$1,600
- How far out
- Inshore flats & mangrove creeks
- Water & comfort
- Calm, protected water
- Trip length
- 4–8 hrs (half or full day)
- You'll catch
- Snook & redfish on the fly
- Best for
- Fly anglers & technique lovers
- Boat
- Shallow-draft bay boat
- Season
- Open all year
- Price
- $700–$1,400
On the Water
Stay Inspired: Inshore Fishing Tips and Stories
Tips, Stories and More
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