Baytime Charters – Tampa Bay 

4.9/5 (254 reviews)
 
State licensed
 West Gandy Boulevard 5108, Tampa, FL 33611, United States

Baytime Charters – Tampa Bay 

 
State licensed
4.9/5 (254 reviews)
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West Gandy Boulevard 5108
Tampa, FL, United States
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Baytime Charters invites you on an exclusive adventure through the Tampa Bay with USCG certified Captain Samuel Newman. He specializes in nearshore and inshore trips, running anywhere from 4 to 12 hours long, and is an expert in catching trophy Redfish, Snook, Grouper, and many more!

You’ll be fishing from a 22’ Nautic Star bay boat, outfitted with state-of-the-art amenities, safety gear, and navigational equipment. Her shallow draft makes her perfect for inshore fishing and she has a sturdy hull that can take the waves really well so you don’t get beat up on windy days. She accommodates up to 4 guests per trip and children of all ages are welcome to join.

Capt. Samuel entertains both beginners as well as hardcore anglers and caters each trip based on your preferences. You’ll be fishing in the Tampa Bay and its numerous coves, inlets, and flats to target big inshore and nearshore fish. He offers evening fishing, fly fishing, relaxing trips, and intense, 12-hour “Iron Man” excursions.

Each trip is customizable and you’ll be provided with quality rods, reels, and tackle, mostly by Penn, so you can fish like a pro. If you’d like to give fly fishing a try, please let the captain know before your trip so he can bring all the necessary equipment. Please note that up to 2 people can fly fish at the same time.

You’ll target trophy Redfish, Snook, Tarpon, Cobia, Kingfish, Goliath and Gag Grouper, Mangrove Snapper, Spotted Seatrout, Tripletail, and many more! After the trip, the captain will offer to clean and fillet your catch so you can go home and make some delicious fish tacos for the family! Just be sure to bring an extra cooler so you can take the fish home with you.

Everything you need is taken care of, including your fishing license. Just pack snacks, drinks, and sunscreen and show up at the Gandy Boat Ramp 20 minutes prior to departure. Get ready for an incredible journey in the Tampa Bay with Baytime Charters and book your trip today!

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Rating

4.9
254 reviews
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4.9
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (248)

epic day fishing in tampa bay for the whole family! 5 stars
Great day, great captain
congratulations to the captain
congratulations to the captain
congratulations to the captain
Highly Recommend!!
+242

What anglers say

98%
Great experience
99%
Family friendly
99%
Friendly captain
99%
Good boat
99%
Recommended
95%
Caught fish

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Barabasz Filus
Barabasz Filus
5.0
Verified
New
epic day fishing in tampa bay for the whole family! 5 stars
Half Day Afternoon on December 25, 20252 adults1 child
We had an absolutely fantastic 4-hour bay fishing trip with Captain Sam Newman of Baytime Charters! It was the perfect family outing for me, my wife, and our 9-year-old son. Captain Sam was incredibly patient and knowledgeable, teaching us all the ins and outs of fishing Tampa Bay’s waters—even for beginners like us. We caught speckled sea trout (kept 5 keepers that Sam expertly cleaned and filleted for us), redfish, some flounders, and even a nice grouper that we released. The action was steady, and seeing our son’s excitement with every bite made it unforgettable. Captain Sam put us on the fish right away, made everyone feel comfortable, and shared great tips along the way. He’s truly passionate about what he does and fantastic with kids. This was our first charter in Tampa Bay, and it exceeded all expectations—we’ll definitely book again! Highly recommend Baytime Charters and Captain Sam Newman for anyone wanting a fun, productive, and family-friendly day on the water!
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Reported catch:
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Gag Grouper
Spotted Seatrout
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Ashley Denhartigh
Ashley Denhartigh
5.0
Verified
Highly Recommend!!
Half Day Afternoon on November 24, 20252 adults1 child
Great day fishing yesterday on Tampa Bay with Baytime Charters - Captain Sam was a great host and guide!! He communicated clearly prior to the trip and exchange contact information in case we needed to get in touch. Directions to the boat ramp were clear and concise. He was at the launch on time with bait, ready to go! He was kind, gave clear communication and tips on how to catch the species we were after. Conditions on the bay were beautiful - calm, no wind, warm with sun, however the beautiful weather made fishing challenging. Captain Sam made adjustments throughout our trip to make sure we were catching fish. We caught Ladyfish, Snook, Jack Crevalle, and Redfish. It was an enjoyable experience and I highly recommend!!
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Reported catch:
Snook
Redfish
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Eric Gruber
Eric Gruber
5.0
Verified
Fantastic Day on the Water with Captain Sam!
Half Day Trip (AM) on October 19, 20251 adult1 child
I had an amazing time on a fishing charter with Captain Sam! From start to finish, the trip was top-notch. We caught plenty of redfish, snook, and a variety of other species — the action was nonstop. Captain Sam is incredibly knowledgeable and clearly knows the best spots to fish. He’s also great with kids, patient, and makes the experience fun and enjoyable for everyone on board. Whether you’re a seasoned angler or a beginner, you’ll be in great hands. Highly recommend booking a trip with Captain Sam — you won’t be disappointed!
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Brett Ness
Brett Ness
5.0
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Exact experience we hoped for!
Half Day Trip (AM) on April 26, 20252 adults
Ocean fishing was something me and my wife had been wanting to do for a long time, and Captain Sam Newman made it an awesome experience! He was extremely knowledgeable and is very clearly passionate about fishing, his business, and his customers. He didn’t care about how much experience we had, and was fun to talk to. He went above and beyond prepping for the day, and when the day was over he gutted, cleaned and bagged our fish. We wanted to eat it right out of the water so he recommended we take it to a local bar to cook it. It was the exact experience we hoped for. Highly recommend!
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Christina Ryan
Christina Ryan
5.0
Verified
Great day, great captain
Half Day Afternoon on December 23, 20253 adults
We had a great day fishing but the tide was so low and the fish really weren't biting. We did get enough fish to have an amazing dinner at Dead Bob's Too, where they cooked our catch to perfection. Captain Sam was great and very knowledgeable about fishing. He never gave up and found us a nice fishing hole. We are new to the sport and really enjoyed our day. We made a lot of great memories. Thanks Captain Sam.
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US $350
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US $550
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Rating

4.9
254 reviews
5
242
4
8
3
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2
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1
0
4.9
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (248)

epic day fishing in tampa bay for the whole family! 5 stars
Great day, great captain
congratulations to the captain
congratulations to the captain
congratulations to the captain
Highly Recommend!!
+242

What anglers say

98%
Great experience
99%
Family friendly
99%
Friendly captain
99%
Good boat
99%
Recommended
95%
Caught fish

All reviews (254)

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Barabasz Filus
Barabasz Filus
5.0
Verified
New
epic day fishing in tampa bay for the whole family! 5 stars
Half Day Afternoon on December 25, 20252 adults1 child
We had an absolutely fantastic 4-hour bay fishing trip with Captain Sam Newman of Baytime Charters! It was the perfect family outing for me, my wife, and our 9-year-old son. Captain Sam was incredibly patient and knowledgeable, teaching us all the ins and outs of fishing Tampa Bay’s waters—even for beginners like us. We caught speckled sea trout (kept 5 keepers that Sam expertly cleaned and filleted for us), redfish, some flounders, and even a nice grouper that we released. The action was steady, and seeing our son’s excitement with every bite made it unforgettable. Captain Sam put us on the fish right away, made everyone feel comfortable, and shared great tips along the way. He’s truly passionate about what he does and fantastic with kids. This was our first charter in Tampa Bay, and it exceeded all expectations—we’ll definitely book again! Highly recommend Baytime Charters and Captain Sam Newman for anyone wanting a fun, productive, and family-friendly day on the water!
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Reported catch:
Redfish
Gag Grouper
Spotted Seatrout
0
Ashley Denhartigh
Ashley Denhartigh
5.0
Verified
Highly Recommend!!
Half Day Afternoon on November 24, 20252 adults1 child
Great day fishing yesterday on Tampa Bay with Baytime Charters - Captain Sam was a great host and guide!! He communicated clearly prior to the trip and exchange contact information in case we needed to get in touch. Directions to the boat ramp were clear and concise. He was at the launch on time with bait, ready to go! He was kind, gave clear communication and tips on how to catch the species we were after. Conditions on the bay were beautiful - calm, no wind, warm with sun, however the beautiful weather made fishing challenging. Captain Sam made adjustments throughout our trip to make sure we were catching fish. We caught Ladyfish, Snook, Jack Crevalle, and Redfish. It was an enjoyable experience and I highly recommend!!
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Reported catch:
Snook
Redfish
0
Eric Gruber
Eric Gruber
5.0
Verified
Fantastic Day on the Water with Captain Sam!
Half Day Trip (AM) on October 19, 20251 adult1 child
I had an amazing time on a fishing charter with Captain Sam! From start to finish, the trip was top-notch. We caught plenty of redfish, snook, and a variety of other species — the action was nonstop. Captain Sam is incredibly knowledgeable and clearly knows the best spots to fish. He’s also great with kids, patient, and makes the experience fun and enjoyable for everyone on board. Whether you’re a seasoned angler or a beginner, you’ll be in great hands. Highly recommend booking a trip with Captain Sam — you won’t be disappointed!
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Brett Ness
Brett Ness
5.0
Verified
Exact experience we hoped for!
Half Day Trip (AM) on April 26, 20252 adults
Ocean fishing was something me and my wife had been wanting to do for a long time, and Captain Sam Newman made it an awesome experience! He was extremely knowledgeable and is very clearly passionate about fishing, his business, and his customers. He didn’t care about how much experience we had, and was fun to talk to. He went above and beyond prepping for the day, and when the day was over he gutted, cleaned and bagged our fish. We wanted to eat it right out of the water so he recommended we take it to a local bar to cook it. It was the exact experience we hoped for. Highly recommend!
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Christina Ryan
Christina Ryan
5.0
Verified
Great day, great captain
Half Day Afternoon on December 23, 20253 adults
We had a great day fishing but the tide was so low and the fish really weren't biting. We did get enough fish to have an amazing dinner at Dead Bob's Too, where they cooked our catch to perfection. Captain Sam was great and very knowledgeable about fishing. He never gave up and found us a nice fishing hole. We are new to the sport and really enjoyed our day. We made a lot of great memories. Thanks Captain Sam.
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Reported catch:
Spotted Seatrout
0

FAQs about Baytime Charters – Tampa Bay

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
22 ft
Year built
2010
Boat manufacturer
Nautic star
Boat type
Bay boat

Engine model
Suzuki V6 4-stroke
Powered by
1 x 200HP
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