Step aboard Stuart Daneman Charters to discover the riches of Sarasota Bay. Captain Stuart has spent his life on these productive waters. His career began here at the age of 15, and he’s never looked back. He can’t wait to show you the beauty of the bay and its incredible fishing opportunities.

The 25’ Aquasport center console is the ideal boat to explore these shallow waters. You’ll whizz across the bays, thanks to the 250 HP Yamaha engine, while the wireless trolling motor will see you gently navigate the mangroves, and backcountry. Utilize the outriggers and downriggers to spread the trolling lines, while the fully-stocked livewell will help you entice the bite of your prey.

Capt. Stuart has over 120 rods and reels. Take advantage of the light tackle for a thrilling experience, or try to fill the boat with heavier gear. As well as trolling the more open waters, you’ll get to bottom fish the reefs to attract some more exotic fish. In the shallows, experienced anglers can try their hand at bowfishing for a real back-to-basics experience.

The inshore waterways are overflowing with delicious fish. Along with Flounder and Sheepshead, you’ll find Redfish and Pompano, ensuring a tantalizing experience. You’ll also get to practice your skills against some prized fish. Tough-fighting Snook will give even the most avid angler a run for your money and, during the season, you’ll go after the star of the seas: Tarpon.

Up to 9 miles offshore, you’ll get to hit the reefs and target some beautiful bottom-dwelling fish. Try to reel in your fill of Groupers, Snappers, Cobia, and many more delicious creatures to take home, or troll to catch some Spanish or King Mackerel.

You’ll head back home with more than just a story to tell, as Capt. Stuart will clean and prepare your catch at the end of the day. Just bring your own food and drink, some sunscreen, and a camera to get that all important money shot. Come and experience the Suncoast’s best shallow water fishing!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    Night Trip – Snook
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    3 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 PM
    US $525
    Enjoy the quiet of night time fishing in the Sarasota Bay. This charter leaves before or just after dark, depending on whether you'd like to see the sunset before fishing. You'll then spend at least 3 hours going after some highly-prized, tough-fighting fish. Using light tackle for some exciting action, you can expect to target the notorious Snook, along with some delicious Trout and Redfish to take home for dinner.
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip – Inshore (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:30 AM
    US $550
    Explore the productive waters of the Sarasota Bay on this 4-hour trip. Head off first thing to catch the morning bite of some thrilling and delicious fish. You'll creep up quietly on your spooky prey, getting ready to pounce as you bottom fish, troll, pop, or even try bowfishing to land that prized catch. Spend your time going after some delicious Trout, Flounder, Sheepshead, and Mangrove Snapper to fill the boat, and also test your skills against some prized Snook.
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip – Nearshore (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:30 AM
    US $550
    Head up to 9 miles offshore, all the while staying in Florida state waters. This trip will have you chasing after plenty of exciting and delicious fish to take back to shore. Test your skills and strength against some highly sought-after fish along the beach or on the reefs. Troll for the bite of Kingfish and Spanish Mackerel, while you'll also get to bottom fish for Cobia, Grouper, and Snapper. Whatever you want to go for, you'll have a thrilling experience battling it out with these beauties.

FAQs about Stuart Daneman Charters

Stuart Daneman Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $525 per group - Night Trip – Snook (3 hours)
  • US $550 per group - Half Day Trip – Inshore (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $550 per group - Half Day Trip – Nearshore (AM) (4 hours)

When you book a trip with Stuart Daneman Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Wireless Trolling Motor
  • Outriggers
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with Stuart Daneman Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Drinks (Water and ice)
  • Fishing License

Stuart Daneman Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing

Stuart Daneman Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Drift Fishing
  • Bowfishing
  • Flounder Gigging

Top targeted fish species with Stuart Daneman Charters include:
  • Amberjack
  • Cobia
  • Flounder
  • Grouper (Gag)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Pompano
  • Redfish
  • Sheepshead
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snook
  • Speckled Trout
  • Tarpon

Meet the Captain

Stuart Daneman
Sarasota, Florida, United States
2 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
10 Customer reviews
Response time 23 hours
Member since March 2019
My entire life has revolved around Sarasota Bay. I got my first job when I was 15 working at Hart’s Landing Bait Shop. Since then I have worked on commercial fishing vessels and have even owned a stone crabbing business. Even while in school my mind was on the water and I helped build the “Care Free Learner,” the boat used by Sarasota High School’s marine biology classes.

About this listing

Targeted species

Amberjack Amberjack
Cobia Cobia
Flounder Flounder
Grouper (Gag) Gag Grouper

Boat specs

Aquasport (Center console) originally built in 1971, and restored in 2017. Powered by a 250HP Yamaha engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 30 knots.

Length
25 ft
Capacity
4 persons

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Drift Fishing
Bowfishing
Flounder Gigging

Amenities

GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Wireless Trolling Motor
Outriggers
Ice Box

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Drinks
Water and ice
Fishing License

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 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 not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
Let the capt. know if under 6
You Keep Catch
If in season and within size limits
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% 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

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Customer reviews

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Experience
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4.9 / 5
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Caught fish
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Matthew C.
Sarasota, Florida
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Fishing with Captain Stuart

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip – Nearshore (AM) on June 5, 2022
We had a fantastic day! Great weather, great boat, great captain, and most importantly GREAT fishing. Captain Stuart put us...
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James S.
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VERIFIED   Half Day Trip – Nearshore (AM) on June 14, 2022
Captain Stuart was so accommodating to make sure we had the best experience. There were 4 of us and we were always fishing....
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Alexander L.
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Morning inshore

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip – Inshore (AM) on April 15, 2021
Captain Stuart was excellent. Pre-trip communication was great, he tailored the morning to go after what I was looking for...
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Scott M.
Dublin, OH
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1/2 with Cap'n Stuart

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip – Nearshore (AM) on March 28, 2022
Great boat, great captain, great day of fishing.  Captain Stuart took great care of me and the boys.  Definitely will call...
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Greg B.
Bradenton, FL
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VERIFIED   Half Day Trip – Inshore (AM) on March 23, 2022
Captain Stuart was great, highly recommend.
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