Sundaze Inshore Charters

The Tampa Bay area is littered with great fishing hotspots and Sundaze Inshore Charters are here to take you to them. From mangrove covered reserves to little archipelagos, Captain Eddy Cooper is here to take you to them all. All of his charters can be planned to meet your wants and needs, and ensuring that you have a memorable experience.

You can launch from most major boat ramps in the Tampa Bay area or even be picked up from your private dock in Eddy’s 22’ Tidewater center console. It’s powered by a 250 HP Yamaha engine meaning you can skip around the bay in no time at all. It features a live bait well to keep it fresh as well as fishfinder equipment to make sure you get some catches.

Your potential catches include Cobia, Grouper, Jack Crevalle, Redfish, Mangrove Snapper, Snook, Speckled Trout and much more. Eddy even runs trips specifically targeting Sheepshead as he finds them so fun to catch and loves tucking into them after a day of fishing them. You’ll use both light and heavy Florida Fishing Products tackle to reel them in by using bottom fishing and spinning techniques.

He’ll fetch live bait for you beforehand as well as providing you with some fresh water. Your fishing license is also provided in addition to catch cleaning so you can get your fish straight into the pan afterward.

All you have to do is take sunscreen, food, and sweeter drinks, if you prefer them, with you. After that, you only need to do is to get yourself excited for a day of action and fun in the scenic Tampa Bay.



Trip availability and prices

  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip - Morning
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $550
    Rise up early and get moving for a gentle day of fishing around Tampa bay. The techniques, bottom fishing and spinning, are fairly basic so the mind doesn't need to be too active, meaning you can unwind on this morning on the bay. All you need to do is think about which specie will take the bait first - Cobia, Jack Crevalle, Mangrove Snapper, or something else?
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Light Tackle
    Spinning
    Targeted fish
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Snook
    Snook
    Tarpon
    Tarpon
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
    Tripletail
    Tripletail
    Sheepshead
    Sheepshead
    Speckled Trout
    Speckled Trout
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip - Afternoon
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 2:00 PM
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $600
    If you are looking for a relaxing trip this four hour excursion is for you! You will be able to enjoy a relaxing afternoon on the water, fishing for various inshore species including Cobia, Grouper, Jack Crevalle, Redfish, Mangrove Snapper, Snook, and Speckled Trout. This trip is highly recommended for families and first-timers due to it being short and easy going. Captain Eddy always has the time and patience to help you learn the ropes!
    Targeted fish
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Jack Crevalle
    Jack Crevalle
    Snook
    Snook
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Grouper (Gag)
    Gag Grouper
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
    Sheepshead
    Sheepshead
    Speckled Trout
    Speckled Trout
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $700
    Give yourself a couple more hours to head a little bit further out into the inshore waters of Tampa Bay. This 6 — hour fishing adventure allows time for multiple inshore species to be targeted such as Snook, Redfish, Trout, Snapper, and Shark. Suitable for all levels of experience, you won't be disappointed on this one!
    Targeted fish
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Jack Crevalle
    Jack Crevalle
    Snook
    Snook
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Grouper (Gag)
    Gag Grouper
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
    Tripletail
    Tripletail
    Sheepshead
    Sheepshead
    Speckled Trout
    Speckled Trout
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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 85 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Angler rating
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Good experience
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Friendly captain
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Appropriate for children
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Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
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Arjan O.
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Top day!

VERIFIED   NEW  4 Hour Trip - Morning on December 31, 2024
Went fishing with captain Eddy in the morning. There were four of us and we caught a lot of fish. Eddy has a lot of information...
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David V. B.
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Great Guide

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip - Morning on November 30, 2024
We had some really tough fishing conditions with the coldest morning of the year, a bit windy and water temps dropping several...
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Austin D.
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Great trip!

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip - Morning on November 21, 2024
Captain Eddie was very personable and easy to get along with on the boat. Having fished before Capt. Eddie let me do as much...
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Christian H.
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Amazing trip

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip - Morning on August 18, 2024
Had us flat fishing cought a lot of trout and a mackerel had lots of fun. Gave grate advice on where to cast when we were on...
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Clifton B.
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Great trip

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip on February 25, 2024
Captain Eddy was great! My wife and I had a great time, he put us on some good fish and my wife was able to catch her first...
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FAQs about Sundaze Inshore Charters

Sundaze Inshore Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $550 per group - 4 Hour Trip - Morning (4 hours)
  • US $600 per group - 4 Hour Trip - Afternoon (4 hours)
  • US $700 per group - 6 Hour Trip (6 hours)

When you book a trip with Sundaze Inshore Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well

Trips booked with Sundaze Inshore Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait (All bait is included in the price of the trip. The type of bait will vary depending on the time of year and the species of fish that we will target. )
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (No charge for cleaning or filleting fish. Once your trip is over and back at the boat ramp, Captain Eddy will prepare the fish at the cleaning station. )
  • Drinks (only bottled water is provided)
  • Fishing License (A fishing license is included for the duration of the trip. Clients do not have to purchase a license for the trip. )

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

Sundaze Inshore Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Spinning

Top targeted fish species with Sundaze Inshore Charters include:
  • Cobia
  • Grouper (Gag)
  • Jack Crevalle
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Redfish
  • Sheepshead
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snook
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Speckled Trout
  • Tarpon
  • Tripletail

Your captain

Eddy Cooper
Tampa, Florida, United States
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85 Customer reviews
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Member since March 2020
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Growing up in Tampa Bay I was surrounded by the water, from lakes in Valrico to the salt water flats in Tampa to the depths of the Gulf. Fishing meant family. I love to sharing my passion of fishing and Tampa Bay ecosystem with my clients. The ecosystem here is particularly special with all of the marine diversity around and we can check them out while reeling in some fish!

The fish you can target

Cobia Cobia
Grouper (Gag) Gag Grouper
Jack Crevalle Jack Crevalle
King Mackerel (Kingfish) King Mackerel (Kingfish)

What the boat is like

Boat Image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
22 ft
Year built
2016
Boat manufacturer
Tidewater
Boat type
Center console

Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 250HP

Which types of fishing are offered

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Spinning

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
All bait is included in the price of the trip. The type of bait will vary depending on the time of year and the species of fish that we will target.
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
No charge for cleaning or filleting fish. Once your trip is over and back at the boat ramp, Captain Eddy will prepare the fish at the cleaning station.
Drinks
only bottled water is provided
Fishing License
A fishing license is included for the duration of the trip. Clients do not have to purchase a license for the trip.

How cancellations work

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.

What the listing policies are

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 children walking age and up are best suited, however arrangements can be made for all ages. Please let Captain Eddy know in advance if any children under 90lbs will be on the charter in order for us to have the property life vests available.
You Keep Catch
Only when local laws permit
Catch and Release Allowed

How you can pay

Pay online in full

Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.

No additional fees.
Book with 30% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 30% 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
PayPal

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