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Captain Kirby's Fishing Charters 

4.9
(257 reviews)
 
State licensed
 5869-5899 Riverview Boulevard, Bradenton, FL 34209, United States–
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Captain Kirby's Fishing Charters 

Bradenton, FL, United States
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26 ft
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4.9
(257 reviews)
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Explore the Tampa Bay like a true buccaneer and join Captain Kirby's Fishing Charters on an unforgettable adventure! As a locally owned business, operated by a captain who is native to these waters, you can expect to have an experienced guide and teacher every step of the way. Captain Alex Kirby takes pride in satisfying his clients and catering to their every need.

You'll be voyaging the surrounding waters of Bradenton and Anna Maria Island in a 26ft 'Collier Boat Works' boat. This baby is powered by a 250 HP Suzuki engine, comes with a GPS, fishfinder, wireless trolling motor, and safety gear, and can fit up to 4 guests per trip.

Cruise through Tampa's inshore waters in style while using top-quality Quantum and Fin-Nor fishing gear. Test your light tackle skills while targeting hard-fighting fish, such as Cobia and Tarpon, or try and outsmart your nautical tricksters, like Permit and Snook. Other species that you'll most likely be targeting are Redfish, Mangrove Snapper, Spotted Seatrout, and more. As long as it's in season, Capt. Alex will clean and fillet your catch for you so it's ready for the grill when you get home!

If you're looking to get outside for the day, partner up with a few mates, and enjoy some quality angling, then Captain Kirby's Fishing Charters should be at the top of your bucket list. Your captain will provide you with your fishing license, gear, bait, and lures so that you can focus on the fun part. Make the Tampa Bay/Bradenton area your next fishing destination and book your trip with Capt. Alex today!

Explore the Tampa Bay like a true buccaneer and join Captain Kirby's Fishing Charters on an unforgettable adventure! As a locally owned business, operated by a captain who is native to these waters, you can expect to have an experienced guide and teacher every step of the way. Captain Alex Kirby takes pride in satisfying his clients and catering to their every need.

You'll be voyaging the surrounding waters of Bradenton and Anna Maria Island in a 26ft 'Collier Boat Works' boat. This baby is powered by a 250 HP Suzuki engine, comes with a GPS, fishfinder, wireless trolling motor, and safety gear, and can fit up to 4 guests per trip.

Cruise through Tampa's inshore waters in style while using top-quality Quantum and Fin-Nor fishing gear. Test your light tackle skills while targeting hard-fighting fish, such as Cobia and Tarpon, or try and outsmart your nautical tricksters, like Permit and Snook. Other species that you'll most likely be targeting are Redfish, Mangrove Snapper, Spotted Seatrout, and more. As long as it's in season, Capt. Alex will clean and fillet your catch for you so it's ready for the grill when you get home!

If you're looking to get outside for the day, partner up with a few mates, and enjoy some quality angling, then Captain Kirby's Fishing Charters should be at the top of your bucket list. Your captain will provide you with your fishing license, gear, bait, and lures so that you can focus on the fun part. Make the Tampa Bay/Bradenton area your next fishing destination and book your trip with Capt. Alex today!

Alex Kirby
Captain
Alex Kirby
8 years of experience
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responds within an hour
Popular features
Fishing license
Live bait
You keep catch
Catch cleaning & filleting
Child friendly
Popular features
Fishing license
Live bait
You keep catch
Catch cleaning & filleting
Child friendly

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Half Day Inshore Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
US $600
Entire boat: 2 people
Half Day Inshore Trip (PM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 1:00 PM
US $600
Entire boat: 2 people
3/4 Day Inshore Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
US $750
Entire boat: 2 people
Half Day Trip – Goliath Grouper
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
May 15 - Jul 20
Grouper (Goliath)
US $750
Entire boat: up to 6 people
3/4 Day – Nearshore Reef Fishing
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
US $950
Entire boat: 2 people
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Rating

4.9
257 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (256)

What anglers say

98%
Great experience
99%
Family friendly
99%
Friendly captain
99%
Good boat
99%
Recommended
96%
Caught fish

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Matthew Potter
Matthew Potter
us
Minnesota, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Friendly and flexible
Half Day Inshore Trip (PM) on March 27, 2026 • 2 adults • 2 children

Alex made our trip simple and flexible. He met us at the dock promptly even when we were 30 minutes early to our reservation. Got out to the fishing spots quickly and was ready with bait etc. Super professional and had a great time. Quick with fileting the fish and had bags etc. I would definitely book with Alex again! Thanks for the memorable trip with my two sons and father!

Reported catch:
Snook
Redfish
Speckled Trout
Aidan Keegan
Aidan Keegan
us
Florida, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Great day of fishing
Half Day Inshore Trip (AM) on July 3, 2026 • 2 adults

Booked a half day trip on a very busy weekend and we still had a great day fishing. We were catching fish the whole time we were on the boat.

Craig Stevenson
Craig Stevenson
ca
Ontario, Canada
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Thanks Captian Kirby
Half Day Inshore Trip (PM) on February 19, 2026 • 6 adults

We had a very diverse group of family on the boat with Captian Kirby and he made it so much fun for all of us. Captian put us on fish fast and kept the action coming. We had a blast and are already looking forward to our next trip. Highly recommend booking with Captian Kirby. Thanks again!

Reported catch:
Redfish
Speckled Trout
Mangrove Snapper
Snook
Alex Kirby
Response from Captain

Craig i had a great day with you guys the other day. You guys are more then welcome back anyime. Till next time, tight lines!

Daniel Horan
Daniel Horan
us
Maryland, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Great trip
Half Day Inshore Trip (AM) on July 22, 2026 • 2 adults

I enjoyed the trip. We caught lots of fish and ate well after. Captain is very smart and knows the area very well.

Reported catch:
Mangrove Snapper
Speckled Trout
Snook
Alex Kirby
Response from Captain

Had a great trip with you guys! more them welcome back anytime. till next time, tight lines!

Jon Bacchi
Jon Bacchi
us
New York, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
excellent trip
Half Day Inshore Trip (AM) on August 24, 2026 • 2 adults • 3 children

great time with captain Kirby would recommend to anyone looking to so some fishing

Alex Kirby
Response from Captain

Had a great time with you guys this morning! More then welcome back anytime your in town! Till next time, tight lines!

FAQs about Captain Kirby's Fishing Charters

Captain Kirby's Fishing Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $600 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Inshore Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $600 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Inshore Trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $750 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 3/4 Day Inshore Trip (6 hours)
  • US $750 per group - Half Day Trip – Goliath Grouper (4 hours)
  • US $950 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 3/4 Day – Nearshore Reef Fishing (6 hours)
When you book a trip with Captain Kirby's Fishing Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Wireless trolling motor
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Captain Kirby's Fishing Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Fin-Nor & Quantum.)
  • Live bait (We always have bait ready to go for the trip. Bait is included in the overall price.)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (We clean the fish back at the dock and filleting the fish is also included.)
  • Fishing license (We cover all the licensing onboard covering all guests and included in the trip price.)
Captain Kirby's Fishing Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
Captain Kirby's Fishing Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
Top targeted fish species with Captain Kirby's Fishing Charters include:
  • Cobia
  • Permit
  • Redfish
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snook
  • Speckled Trout
  • Tarpon

Your captain

Alex Kirby
Alex Kirby
Bradenton, Florida, United States
2 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
257 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since March 2019
Angler's Choice
The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.
My dad got me into fishing and boating when I was a little boy and I've been hooked ever since. I've spent a lot of time on the water because that's what I love. It's a true passion of mine, and wouldn't trade it for the world. I love taking kids or beginners out for the first time, seeing them catch their first fish. I love seeing the smiles on people's faces when they catch a new species they've never caught before. To me, that's really what it's all about!
Alex Kirby
Alex Kirby
Fully verified
Angler's Choice
2
reports
257
reviews
2019
member since
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response
My dad got me into fishing and boating when I was a little boy and I've been hooked ever since. I've spent a lot of time on the water because that's what I love. It's a true passion of mine, and wouldn't trade it for the world. I love taking kids or beginners out for the first time, seeing them catch their first fish. I love seeing the smiles on people's faces when they catch a new species they've never caught before. To me, that's really what it's all about!

The fish you can target

Cobia
Cobia
Permit
Permit
Redfish
Redfish
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Snook
Snook
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Tarpon
Tarpon
Cobia
Cobia
Permit
Permit
Redfish
Redfish
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Snook
Snook

Real catches by this captain

  • A shark swimming in the water, showcasing the natural marine environment.
    Jon B.
    Jon B.
    great time with captain Kirby would recommend to anyone looking to so some fishing
  • A group of anglers, including two young boys, proudly display their catch of Speckled Trout and Spanish Mackerel on a boat after a successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Spanish Mackerel
    Matthew P.
    Matthew P.
    Alex made our trip simple and flexible. He met us at the dock promptly even when we were 30 minutes early to our reservation. Got out to the fishing spots quickly and was ready with bait etc. Super professional and had a great time. Quick with fileting the fish and had bags etc. I would definitely book with Alex again! Thanks for the memorable trip with my two sons and father!
  • An angler proudly displaying a large fish while standing on the deck of a boat in a scenic waterway.
    Jody M.
    Jody M.
    Captain Kirby put us on fish right away. Boat was nice, he was all you could ask for in a guide. Would recommend and use again.
  • A group of anglers proudly displaying their catch of various fish, including Speckled Trout, on a cleaning table at the dock after a successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Redfish
    Andrew L.
    Andrew L.
    4hr inshore morning trip for the family. Alex knew exactly where to put us on the fish, he was all over the boat making sure everyone had bait in the water. We caught our limit of Redfish in the first few hours and then moved to target sea trout. We caught more sea trout than we could count and kept a few lovely big ones. We also had some Spanish Mackeral that we landed and overall had a brilliant trip. Highly recommend!
  • Three anglers proudly displaying their catch of various fish, including Speckled Trout and Redfish, at a dockside cleaning station.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Mangrove Snapper
    Dennis C.
    Dennis C.
    Captain Kirby took us out for a great morning of fishing before the heat set in. Each spot we went to was quick to get into action from grouper, to mangrove snapper to trout. Plenty of bait and very active to make sure had fresh bait on and spare rods to go when got caught on pilons. Would highly recommend him for family outings and serious outings out.
  • August fishing trip
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Mangrove Snapper
    Cory H.
    Cory H.
    We had an awesome morning fishing with Captain Kirby! He took us into the fish at different spots and each spot we caught fish!! Kids had an awesome time. Highly recommend his trips. We will certainly book again!!
  • A young angler proudly displaying a Snook while sitting on a boat in a scenic fishing environment.
    Daren L.
    Daren L.
    Captain Kirby is exactly what you want, guaranteed. I have booked several other trips in the past, ocean nearshore and inshore, as well as lakes. This has been my best experience to date. You will be catching fish constantly. I brought my 8 year old son along and Captain Kirby ensured a fun and exciting trip. He was patient and helped my son reel in the larger fish. I had to take a break cause of the constant action. I kept his card because when we come back into town next year, I am booking with Captain Kirby. Do yourself a favor and book with him, you will be thankful you listened to this review.
  • A joyful grandfather and granddaughter proudly displaying their catch, a small fish, while enjoying a fishing trip on a boat.
    Fish 1
    Jack Crevalle
    Ashton B.
    Ashton B.
    Capt. Kirby made our trip the highlight of our vacation. He took my special needs daughter and my grandpa out for a 3/4th day fishing trip, catching so many different species, and SOOO many fish. My daughter says this was the highlight of the trip, which speaks VOLUMES. He made us feel like family, had expert level knowledge of the area, and had us on fish within 15 minutes. Thank you so much Capt. Kirby! When we come back there's only one fishing charter we will call, and it's Kirby!!!!!
  • An angler proudly displaying a large Speckled Trout while aboard a fishing boat, enjoying a day on the water.
    Robert N.
    Robert N.
    Alex was very nice and knowledgeable. We had a blast with him not only fishing but just shooting the bull. Can't wait to go back.
  • A young angler joyfully holding a large Spanish Mackerel on a boat, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Spanish Mackerel
    Victoria M.
    Victoria M.
    Captain Alex put us right on the fish! We couldn’t be happier with the trip. Our 4 young girls said it was the best part of our whole trip. We took home some delicious filets to eat. Highly recommend Kirby Fishing Charters!

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
26 ft
Year built
2023
Boat manufacturer
Collier boat works
Boat type
Bay boat
Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
1 x 250HP
Max cruising speed
40 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Trolling
Spinning

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Wireless trolling motor
Ice box
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Fin-Nor & Quantum.
Live bait
We always have bait ready to go for the trip. Bait is included in the overall price.
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
We clean the fish back at the dock and filleting the fish is also included.
Fishing license
We cover all the licensing onboard covering all guests and included in the trip price.

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.
More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup agreed upon reservation
Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.
Child friendly
All ages are welcome (except for baby infants)!
You keep catch
You can keep whatever is in season.
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Pay online in full
Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.
No additional fees.
Book with 20% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% deposit to guarantee your reservation.
The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:
 Cash
 Visa
 Mastercard
 American Express
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3.5% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Bradenton right now

CobiaCobia
PermitPermit
RedfishRedfish
Snapper (Mangrove)Snapper (Mangrove)
SnookSnook
Speckled TroutSpeckled Trout
TarponTarpon

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