Private Tampa Bay Boat Charter, Fishing & Cruises | 25' Sportsman Center Console

Owner's Description

Spend the day on the water aboard a 25 ft Sportsman 234 Tournament Edition center console bay boat, powered by a Yamaha 250 outboard. Whether you're looking to fish Tampa Bay, chase seasonal species, explore islands and sandbars, or enjoy a relaxing cruise, your trip is private and customized for your group. Every trip is private, so your group has the entire boat. Trip Options Island Hopping & Sandbar Tour — 4 or 5 Hours Cruise around Tampa Bay, visit beautiful islands and sandbars, swim, relax and enjoy the water. Inshore Fishing — 4, 5 or 6 Hours Fish the flats, mangroves and structure of Tampa Bay. The trip is built around what is biting and what your group wants to catch. Target species may include: - Snook - Redfish - Speckled trout - Sheepshead - Snapper - Spanish mackerel Kids Fishing Trip — 3 Hours A shorter, action-packed fishing trip designed for young anglers. Kingfish Fishing — 6 Hours Target kingfish around Tampa Bay. Kingfish fishing is best during the spring and fall seasons. Tarpon Fishing — 6 Hours Chase tarpon around Tampa Bay during the peak tarpon season from May through July. Shark Fishing — 6 Hours Head out around Tampa Bay and target sharks on a private fishing charter. Sunset Cruise — 3 or 4 Hours Head out in the late afternoon and watch the sun go down over Tampa Bay. Booze Cruise — 3 or 4 Hours Enjoy a laid-back private cruise around the bay with your own canned drinks. Downtown Tampa Cruise — 3 or 4 Hours See the Tampa skyline and waterfront from the water on a private cruise. Group Size - Island hopping, sandbar and cruising trips: up to 6 adults - Fishing trips: up to 4 guests - Inshore and kids fishing: up to 6 guests, ideal for families - Minimum age for fishing trips: 6 Departure Times Island Hopping & Sandbar Tours: 9, 10 or 11 AM, or 12 or 1 PM Inshore Fishing: 7, 8 or 9 AM, or 12, 1 or 2 PM Kids Fishing: 8, 9 or 10 AM, or 12, 1 or 2 PM Kingfish, Tarpon & Shark Fishing: 8 AM Sunset Cruise: 4 or 5 PM Booze Cruise & Downtown Tampa Cruise: 10 or 11 AM, or 12, 1 or 2 PM What's Included For fishing trips: - USCG licensed captain - First mate on almost every trip - Rods and reels - Bait - Tackle - Bottled water For cruises and island/sandbar trips: - USCG licensed captain - First mate on almost every trip - Bottled water The first mate helps throughout the trip and, on fishing charters, baits hooks, ties lines, nets fish and assists guests throughout the day. Tubing Add-On Tubing can be added to the island hopping and sandbar tour for $100. What to Bring No food is provided, so please bring your own food and drinks. - Alcohol is welcome in cans only; no glass bottles - Extra bottled water is available on board - Sunscreen - Sunglasses - Hat - Swimsuit and towel for water activities - Light jacket for sunset cruises About Your Captain Captain Jarrod is a second-generation captain with over 30 years on the water. He grew up fishing alongside his father, who was also a captain, learning different waters and boats along the way. He has fished Tampa Bay and the Gulf of America since 2014 and has been a USCG-licensed charter captain since 2018. Whether you're an experienced angler, taking the family fishing for the first time, or simply looking for a relaxing day on the water, Captain Jarrod and his first mate are there to help make your trip enjoyable. Pickup Locations The standard meeting point is Davis Island Boat Ramp in Tampa. Pickup is also available upon request at ramps in: - Tampa - Riverview - Ruskin - Palmetto - St. Petersburg - Bradenton - Clearwater Captain Jarrod will meet you at the ramp closest to you when available. Weather Policy Safety comes first. If Captain Jarrod cancels a trip because of weather, you will receive a full refund.