Down2Fish Charters and Captain Richard Surber invite you to join them on a perfect day of fishing around Tampa Bay. The captain has been fishing in the area for over 40 years and knows everything you’ll need for a great day of catching fish. In case this boat is booked for the date you need, just check out his second listing.

You’ll be fishing from a 30’ Robalo center console. She accommodates up to 6 anglers, including kids. This boat is brand new, built in 2020, and features the latest navigational electronics, a private toilet, a wireless trolling motor, and a live bait tank. Since you can go offshore trolling on this boat, you’ll also find both outriggers and downriggers.

As it’s usual in Florida, the list of fish species you can catch seems endless. Closer to the shore, you can target Tarpon, Snook, Spotted Trout, and Mangrove Snapper. Go a few miles further and you’ll encounter Kingfish, Amberjack, Cobia, Grouper, Red Snapper, and Skipjack Tuna. You can keep most of the catch and even count on a cleaning service by the first mate.

Your fishing equipment, licenses, and fresh water are covered. It’s up to you to bring other drinks and food you’ll need for the day. Don’t forget a hat and sunscreen, it can get very hot.

Down2Fish Charter reminds you that you don’t need to be a fishing enthusiast to catch fish. You only need to join an experienced guide and let him pass on some of his skills to you.



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Shared trip
    10 Hour Trip – American Red Snapper
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    10 Hour Trip, starts at 5:00 AM
    US $950
    Offshore fishing aboard the crew's 2020 Robalo center console. You will be targeting American Red Snapper up to 50 miles offshore! Pricing does not include a minimum 20% tip for the crew and captain. If you limit out on Snapper, we can target Blackfin Tuna, Red Grouper, Mahi Mahi, Wahoo, and/or Kingfish!
  • Private trip
    Full Day Offshore – Up to 30 Miles
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    9 Hour Trip, starts at 5:30 AM
    Seasonal trip Jan 1 - Dec 30
    US $1,648
    Let's go deep sea fishing offshore! You'll target Grouper, Snapper, Greater Amberjack, and Blackfin Tuna. You'll mainly use trolling or bottom fishing techniques to land your catch. Your fishing equipment and licenses are fully covered, so you only need to bring your food and sun protection.
  • Private trip
    Full Day – Offshore Up to 60 Miles
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    10 Hour Trip, starts at 5:00 AM
    US $2,148
    Venture out of sight of the coast and fish the deep waters up to 60 miles offshore. You'll target Grouper, Snapper, Greater Amberjack, and Blackfin Tuna. You'll mainly use trolling or bottom fishing techniques to land your catch. Your fishing equipment and licenses are fully covered, so you only need to bring your food and sun protection.
  • Private trip
    Full Day Offshore – Up to 80 Miles
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    12 Hour Trip, starts at 4:00 AM
    US $2,648
    Head out to up to 80 miles offshore and explore the deep, bountiful waters of the Gulf of Mexico. You'll target Grouper, Snapper, Greater Amberjack, and Blackfin Tuna. You'll mainly use trolling or bottom fishing techniques to land your catch. Your fishing equipment and licenses are fully covered, so you only need to bring your food and sun protection.
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FAQs about Down2Fish Charters – 30' Robalo

Down2Fish Charters – 30' Robalo offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $475 per person - 10 Hour Trip – American Red Snapper (10 hours)
  • US $1,498 per group, additional US $150 per person after 1 guest - Full Day Offshore – Up to 30 Miles (9 hours)
  • US $1,998 per group, additional US $150 per person after 1 guest - Full Day – Offshore Up to 60 Miles (10 hours)
  • US $2,498 per group, additional US $150 per person after 1 guest - Full Day Offshore – Up to 80 Miles (12 hours)

When you book a trip with Down2Fish Charters – 30' Robalo, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Wireless Trolling Motor
  • Outriggers
  • Ice Box
  • Radar

Trips booked with Down2Fish Charters – 30' Robalo include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Penn and Shimano)
  • Live Bait (Prepared in advance)
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Snacks
  • First Mate (Works for tips only)
  • Fishing License

Down2Fish Charters – 30' Robalo offers the following types of fishing:
  • Offshore Fishing
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing

Down2Fish Charters – 30' Robalo offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Down2Fish Charters – 30' Robalo include:
  • Amberjack
  • Cobia
  • Grouper (Gag)
  • Grouper (Red)
  • Jack (African Pompano)
  • Jack Crevalle
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Snapper (Vermilion)
  • Tuna (Blackfin)

Meet the Captain

Richard Surber
Palmetto, Florida, United States
1 Fishing Report
ID & license verified
31 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since January 2020
I grew up on the water in Tierra Verde, Florida. My family operated a bait and tackle shop from the time I was 8 to 18. I built and operated a 28' Shrimp boat. Every weekend involved some form of boating, scuba diving, or fishing. When I was 15, I built a 28′ Shrimp trawler on my own. I have been running boats ever since high school.

About this listing

Targeted species

Amberjack Amberjack
Cobia Cobia
Grouper (Gag) Gag Grouper
Grouper (Red) Red Grouper

Boat specs

Robalo (Center console) originally built in 2020. Powered by 2 300HP Yamaha engines, with a maximum cruising speed of 50 knots.

Length
30 ft
Capacity
6 persons

Types of fishing

Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Deep Sea Fishing

Amenities

Toilet
GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Wireless Trolling Motor
Outriggers

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Penn and Shimano
Live Bait
Prepared in advance
Catch cleaning & filleting
Snacks
First Mate
Works for tips only
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
At least 10 years old; life vests provided
You Keep Catch
Depending on current regulations
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

Book with 25% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 25% 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% charge will apply.

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 24 reviews
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Good experience
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Friendly captain
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Recommend this charter
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Appropriate for children
95%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
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George M.
Bradenton, FL
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A Great Day in July

VERIFIED   Full Day Offshore – Up to 30 Miles on July 24, 2021
I’ve been slacking leaving this review since the trip was 2 days before our summer family vacation and August has gotten...
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Jeff H.
Ashburn, Virginia
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Fishing with Richard

VERIFIED   Full Day Offshore – Up to 30 Miles on July 1, 2022
Captain Rich and his first mate Ray (R & R) were great.  High-tech boat with sonar and auto-pilot to sit right on the spots...
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Joshua C.
Kaplan, LA
Excellent
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Full Day Offshore – Up to 30 Miles

VERIFIED   Full Day Offshore – Up to 30 Miles on June 29, 2021
Had an awesome day with Capt Richard and Dylan. It was our first time offshore fishing and they made it a memorable trip. We...
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Cindy P.
Bradenton, FL
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Father’s Day weekend

VERIFIED   Full Day Nearshore Trip on June 20, 2020
Awesome Saturday out on the water with Down2Fish Charters and Captain Richard. Traveled overall 38 miles out. Fishing over...
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Zach D.
Centerville, OH
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Awesome Day on the Water!!

VERIFIED   Full Day Offshore – Up to 30 Miles on June 24, 2021
Cannot recommend Captain Richard and Down2Fish Charters enough! 5/5 stars!!!!  Extremely knowledgeable, kind, and fun! His...
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