Captain Kirby's Fishing Charters 

4.9/5 (247 reviews)
 
State licensed
 5869-5899 Riverview Boulevard, Bradenton, FL 34209, United States

Captain Kirby's Fishing Charters 

 
State licensed
4.9/5 (247 reviews)
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5869-5899 Riverview Boulevard
Bradenton, FL, United States
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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!

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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.9/5
out of 5 stars from 247 reviews
Boat
4.9/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
4.9/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (247)

Capt Kirby is a Pro
Great day out
Great day out
+244

Angler rating

237
7
2
0
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

98%

Appropriate for children

99%

Friendly captain

99%

Satisfied with the boat

99%

Recommend this charter

99%

Caught fish

96%

Showing 1 - 5 of 247 reviews
Showing: 5 of 247 reviews
Daren Luevano
Daren Luevano
5.0
Verified
Look no further
3/4 Day Trip on June 11, 20251 adult1 child
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.
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Reported catch:
Snook
Spotted Seatrout
Redfish
Mangrove Snapper
+1
Response from Captain
June 14, 2025
Daren, thank you very much! I appreciate the review and I had a great time with you guys the other morning. More than welcome back anytime you are in town and we will definitely get you guys out on the water. Till next year, tight lines!
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Andrew Lowe
Andrew Lowe
5.0
Verified
Capt Kirby is a Pro
Half Day Trip (AM) on October 29, 20255 adults
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!
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Reported catch:
Redfish
Spotted Seatrout
Snook
0
Dennis Caradori
Dennis Caradori
5.0
Verified
Great day out
Half Day Trip (AM) on August 12, 20253 adults
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.
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Review media 1
Reported catch:
Snook
Spotted Seatrout
Mangrove Snapper
0
Ashton Bellah
Ashton Bellah
5.0
Verified
A trip for the record books!
3/4 Day – Nearshore Reef Fishing on June 5, 20252 adults1 child
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!!!!!
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Reported catch:
Snook
Redfish
Spotted Seatrout
Mangrove Snapper
Response from Captain
June 6, 2025
It was an absolute pleasure taking you guys! I had fun yesterday, I lie the next generation getting out there and love to help any way I can. You guys are more than welcome back anytime! Till next trip, tight lines!
0
Jason Williams
Jason Williams
5.0
Verified
Best couples date ever!
3/4 Day Trip on March 23, 20254 adults
After 25+ years of marriage, it’s rare that my wife and I do something with another couple that hasn’t been done before. We enjoyed this trip with our lifelong friends who have been married just as long. We had a blast! Captain Alex was so helpful in making sure that we ALL caught a lot of fish. After the trip my wife made fun of me for an hour because she caught more than I did. I want a recount! Thank you Captain. We will be back!
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Reported catch:
Spotted Seatrout
Response from Captain
March 23, 2025
Had a great morning with you guys today. More than welcome back! I guess the boat is a Jeep now lol bring snoop with you guys next time. Till next time, tight lines!
0

Trip availability and prices

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Half Day Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 Hour Trip
starts at 8:00 AM
US $500
Entire boat: 2 people
Half Day Trip (PM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 Hour Trip
starts at 1:00 PM
US $500
Entire boat: 2 people
3/4 Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 Hour Trip
starts at 8:00 AM
US $650
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
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US $650
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 $850
Entire boat: 2 people
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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.9/5
out of 5 stars from 247 reviews
Boat
4.9/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
4.9/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (247)

Capt Kirby is a Pro
Great day out
Great day out
+244

Angler rating

237
7
2
0
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

98%

Appropriate for children

99%

Friendly captain

99%

Satisfied with the boat

99%

Recommend this charter

99%

Caught fish

96%

Showing 1 - 5 of 247 reviews
Showing: 5 of 247 reviews
Daren Luevano
Daren Luevano
5.0
Verified
Look no further
3/4 Day Trip on June 11, 20251 adult1 child
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.
Review media 0
Review media 1
Review media 2
Reported catch:
Snook
Spotted Seatrout
Redfish
Mangrove Snapper
+1
Response from Captain
June 14, 2025
Daren, thank you very much! I appreciate the review and I had a great time with you guys the other morning. More than welcome back anytime you are in town and we will definitely get you guys out on the water. Till next year, tight lines!
0
Andrew Lowe
Andrew Lowe
5.0
Verified
Capt Kirby is a Pro
Half Day Trip (AM) on October 29, 20255 adults
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!
Review media 0
Reported catch:
Redfish
Spotted Seatrout
Snook
0
Dennis Caradori
Dennis Caradori
5.0
Verified
Great day out
Half Day Trip (AM) on August 12, 20253 adults
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.
Review media 0
Review media 1
Reported catch:
Snook
Spotted Seatrout
Mangrove Snapper
0
Ashton Bellah
Ashton Bellah
5.0
Verified
A trip for the record books!
3/4 Day – Nearshore Reef Fishing on June 5, 20252 adults1 child
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!!!!!
Review media 0
Reported catch:
Snook
Redfish
Spotted Seatrout
Mangrove Snapper
Response from Captain
June 6, 2025
It was an absolute pleasure taking you guys! I had fun yesterday, I lie the next generation getting out there and love to help any way I can. You guys are more than welcome back anytime! Till next trip, tight lines!
0
Jason Williams
Jason Williams
5.0
Verified
Best couples date ever!
3/4 Day Trip on March 23, 20254 adults
After 25+ years of marriage, it’s rare that my wife and I do something with another couple that hasn’t been done before. We enjoyed this trip with our lifelong friends who have been married just as long. We had a blast! Captain Alex was so helpful in making sure that we ALL caught a lot of fish. After the trip my wife made fun of me for an hour because she caught more than I did. I want a recount! Thank you Captain. We will be back!
Review media 0
Reported catch:
Spotted Seatrout
Response from Captain
March 23, 2025
Had a great morning with you guys today. More than welcome back! I guess the boat is a Jeep now lol bring snoop with you guys next time. Till next time, tight lines!
0

FAQs about Captain Kirby's Fishing Charters

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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
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