Explorer Fishing Charters – 28' 

4.8/5 (90 reviews)
 
State licensed
 1059 North Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34236, United States

Explorer Fishing Charters – 28' 

 
State licensed
4.8/5 (90 reviews)
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1059 North Tamiami Trail
Sarasota, FL, United States
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With Explorer Fishing Charters, the prolific waters of Sarasota will be all yours. Enjoy the thrill of catching the most exciting monsters of the deep this area has to offer.

Explore the angling opportunities within 9 miles from shore and get your hands on Kingfish, Permit, Barracuda, Red and Gag Grouper, African Pompano, Tripletail, Hogfish, and who knows what else?

All you have to do is book a trip and hop on board a 28’ Contender boat. This spacious vessel can accommodate up to 6 anglers to fish in comfort and style.

The boat can cruise at a hair-raising speed of 60 knots thanks to its twin 250 HP Yamaha engines. Its top-notch GPS and fishfinder will build up a clear image of where the fish are hiding and a selection of quality equipment will help you make a great catch possible.

All trips come inclusive with the use of Crowder rods, Penn and Shimano reels, live bait, and lures. Once you return to the shore, all keeper fish will be cleaned for you. Just bring your own food and drinks and enjoy your trip!

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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.8/5
out of 5 stars from 90 reviews
Boat
4.8/5
Crew
4.8/5
Experience
4.7/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (75)

Captain Ron offshore
Capt Ron
Capt Ron
+72

Angler rating

74
4
2
2
1

Anglers claimed

Good experience

90%

Appropriate for children

91%

Friendly captain

96%

Satisfied with the boat

96%

Recommend this charter

87%

Caught fish

85%

Showing 1 - 5 of 90 reviews
Showing: 5 of 90 reviews
Todd M.
Todd M.
4.7/5

Jun 28, 2025

4 Hour Trip (AM)

Great trip

VERIFIED

Caught Barracuda and Grouper. Did not keep the Grouper since it is out of season but a beautiful fish!

Caught Barracuda and Grouper. Did not keep the Grouper since it is out of season but a beautiful fish!  

 Todd M. recommends Explorer Fishing Charters – 28'
 Todd M. recommends Explorer Fishing Charters – 28'

Brian M.
Brian M.
5.0/5

Mar 14, 2025

4 Hour Trip (AM)

Fun Trip!

VERIFIED

My wife and 2 boys had a great trip with Captain Ron. He worked hard to ensure we got plenty of action and kept the boys busy reeling.

My wife and 2 boys had a great trip with Captain Ron. He worked hard to ensure we got plenty of action and kept the boys busy...  

 Brian M. recommends Explorer Fishing Charters – 28'
 Brian M. recommends Explorer Fishing Charters – 28'

Justin S.
Justin S.
5.0/5

Dec 30, 2024

6 Hour Trip

Fishing with Ron

VERIFIED

 

 Justin S. recommends Explorer Fishing Charters – 28'
 Justin S. recommends Explorer Fishing Charters – 28'

Wes S.
Wes S.

Sarasota, Florida

5.0/5

Aug 3, 2023

4 Hour Trip (AM)

Half Day Trip with Captain Ron

VERIFIED

Captain Ron was terrific. His boat had twin 250s so we got offshore quickly and maximized fishing time. It started a bit windy in the morning and yet the ride was smooth. We trolled which got barracuda and tuna and then when the wind died down switched to live bait. He taught both my kids how to catch live bait on the way out which was and added bonus fishing trip. More tuna, barracuda and some added excitement from some shark activity and massive sea turtles. After all of that, we get back and he shows us how to harvest some incredible tuna filets, trims them to sushi grade looking meat and sends us home with fresh fish and great cooking tips. Best four hours of fishing, hands down.

Captain Ron was terrific. His boat had twin 250s so we got offshore quickly and maximized fishing time. It started a bit windy...  

 Wes S. recommends Explorer Fishing Charters – 28'
1 person finds this review helpful
 Wes S. recommends Explorer Fishing Charters – 28'
1 person finds this review helpful

Tim G.
Tim G.
5.0/5

Jul 28, 2023

4 Hour Trip (AM)

Fishing trip in July

VERIFIED

 

 Tim G. recommends Explorer Fishing Charters – 28'
1 person finds this review helpful
 Tim G. recommends Explorer Fishing Charters – 28'
1 person finds this review helpful

Trip availability and prices

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4 Hour Trip (AM)
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4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
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US $700 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
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US $1,000 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
8 Hour Trip
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8 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
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US $1,500 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.8/5
out of 5 stars from 90 reviews
Boat
4.8/5
Crew
4.8/5
Experience
4.7/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (75)

Captain Ron offshore
Capt Ron
Capt Ron
+72

Angler rating

74
4
2
2
1

Anglers claimed

Good experience

90%

Appropriate for children

91%

Friendly captain

96%

Satisfied with the boat

96%

Recommend this charter

87%

Caught fish

85%

Showing 1 - 5 of 90 reviews
Showing: 5 of 90 reviews
Todd M.
Todd M.
4.7/5

Experience:

4.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great trip

VERIFIED

4 Hour Trip (AM) on June 28, 2025

Caught Barracuda and Grouper. Did not keep the Grouper since it is out of season but a beautiful fish!

Caught Barracuda and Grouper. Did not keep the Grouper since it is out of season but a beautiful fish!  

 Todd M. recommends Explorer Fishing Charters – 28'

Brian M.
Brian M.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Fun Trip!

VERIFIED

4 Hour Trip (AM) on March 14, 2025

My wife and 2 boys had a great trip with Captain Ron. He worked hard to ensure we got plenty of action and kept the boys busy reeling.

My wife and 2 boys had a great trip with Captain Ron. He worked hard to ensure we got plenty of action and kept the boys busy reeling.  

 Brian M. recommends Explorer Fishing Charters – 28'

Justin S.
Justin S.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Fishing with Ron

VERIFIED

6 Hour Trip on December 30, 2024

 

 Justin S. recommends Explorer Fishing Charters – 28'

Wes S.
Wes S.

Sarasota, Florida

5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Half Day Trip with Captain Ron

VERIFIED

4 Hour Trip (AM) on August 3, 2023

Captain Ron was terrific. His boat had twin 250s so we got offshore quickly and maximized fishing time. It started a bit windy in the morning and yet the ride was smooth. We trolled which got barracuda and tuna and then when the wind died down switched to live bait. He taught both my kids how to catch live bait on the way out which was and added bonus fishing trip. More tuna, barracuda and some added excitement from some shark activity and massive sea turtles. After all of that, we get back and he shows us how to harvest some incredible tuna filets, trims them to sushi grade looking meat and sends us home with fresh fish and great cooking tips. Best four hours of fishing, hands down.

Captain Ron was terrific. His boat had twin 250s so we got offshore quickly and maximized fishing time. It started a bit windy in the morning and yet the ride was smooth. We trolled which got barracuda and tuna and then when the wind died down switched to live bait. He taught both my kids how to catch live bait on the way out which was and added bonus fishing trip. More tuna, barracuda and some added excitement from some shark activity and massive sea turtles. After all of that, we get back...  

 Wes S. recommends Explorer Fishing Charters – 28'
1 person finds this review helpful

Tim G.
Tim G.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Fishing trip in July

VERIFIED

4 Hour Trip (AM) on July 28, 2023

 

 Tim G. recommends Explorer Fishing Charters – 28'
1 person finds this review helpful

FAQs about Explorer Fishing Charters – 28'

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The fish you can target

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What is the boat like?

Boat Image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
28 ft
Year built
2007
Boat manufacturer
Contender
Boat type
Center console

Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
2 x 250HP
Max cruising speed
60 knots
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