Captain Kirby's Fishing Charters

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!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    US $500
    Explore the sparkling inshore waters around Tampa Bay, home to a plethora of fish species and other aquatic wildlife. Challenge yourself using light tackle and see what you can reel in. Your main targets are Permit, Cobia, Mangrove Snapper, Tarpon, and more. Gear, tackle, and fishing license included, so just pack some sunblock, sunglasses, your favorite snacks, and you're ready to go!
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (PM)
    In demand! Last booked: 6 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    US $500
    Enjoy a beautiful afternoon exploring the unspoiled waters of Tampa Bay. You'll mainly be staying inshore and nearshore to target some tough-fighting fish, including Tarpon, Cobia, Mangrove Snapper, Redfish, and more! Your captain will supply the gear, tackle, and fishing license, so just bring some sunblock, sunglasses, your favorite snacks, and you're all set!
  • Private trip
    3/4 Day Trip
    In demand! Last booked: 2 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    US $650
    Enjoy 6 hours of grade A angling action on the Tampa Bay and challenge yourself to some incredible inshore/nearshore species. You'll be targeting Tarpon, Cobia, Permit, Mangrove Snapper, and many more while mainly using light tackle. Gear, bait, and fishing license are included, so just bring along some sunblock, sunglasses, snacks, drinks, and get ready for an unforgettable adventure!
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip – Goliath Grouper
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Seasonal trip May 15 - Jul 20
    US $650
    4 hours of fishing for Goliath Grouper.
    Targeted fish
    Grouper (Goliath)
    Goliath Grouper
  • Private trip
    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 $850
    Up to 9 miles offshore. At certain times of the year, there is Kingfish, Cobia, Tripletail, Goliath Grouper, and more.
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FAQs about Captain Kirby's Fishing Charters

Captain Kirby's Fishing Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $500 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $500 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $650 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 3/4 Day Trip (6 hours)
  • US $650 per group - Half Day Trip – Goliath Grouper (4 hours)
  • US $850 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
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Fishing License

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
  • Spotted Seatrout
  • Tarpon

Meet the Captain

Alex Kirby
Bradenton, Florida, United States
1 Fishing Report
ID & license verified
209 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since March 2019
Angler's Choice
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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!

About this listing

Targeted species

Cobia Cobia
Permit Permit
Redfish Redfish
Snapper (Mangrove) Mangrove Snapper

Boat specs

Collier boat works (Bay boat) originally built in 2023. Powered by a 250HP Suzuki engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 40 knots.

Length
26 ft
Capacity
6 persons

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Trolling
Spinning

Amenities

GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Wireless Trolling Motor
Ice Box

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Fin-Nor & Quantum.
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Fishing License

Cancellation policy

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.

Listing policies

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

Payment

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.

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 209 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
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Friendly captain
99%
Recommend this charter
99%
Appropriate for children
99%
Satisfied with the boat
99%
Caught fish
96%
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Amber K.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Great trip with plenty of fish

VERIFIED   NEW  3/4 Day Trip on April 18, 2024
We had a great trip. We were very inexperienced anglers and captain kirby did a great job helping us catch fish. He was on...
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Mark A.
Excellent
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Experience:
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Fishing with Alex

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip on July 26, 2023
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Dale B.
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Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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Morning Fishing Trip With Captain Kirby

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on July 7, 2023
Our family of 4 (daughter, 12 and son, 11) took our first fishing charter with Captain Kirby in Bradenton, FL. He was informative...
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Matthew N.
Excellent
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Fishing trip in May

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip on May 23, 2023
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Norbert S.
Excellent
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Limited out

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip (AM) on March 25, 2024
Made a not ideal day into a great day. Captain Kirby found the fish and got our limit. Had a great time and would definitely...
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