Tampa Inshore Family Fun

Come out and enjoy a day on the lake with your family and chase fish. Captain Taylor’s Inshore Family Fun welcomes aboard both children and adults, as well as anglers of all skill levels. Captain Christopher Taylor will be glad to show you the ropes and teach new anglers. Your experience is guaranteed to be family-friendly and packed full of adventure with the captain as your personal guide. Come to Ruskin, Florida and have a great time on the water.

Your boat will be a 21’ Clearwater center console powered by a 115 HP Suzuki engine. It’s got enough space to take up to 4 guests and features a multimedia system and an ice box. The boat’s equipped with modern navigation and fishfinding electronics, and a livewell.

Many anglers new and experienced enjoy fishing for Inshore species. These fish are enough for most young children to successfully reel in alone, yet pack enough punch to deliver excitement for adult fishermen. You’ll have a ton of fun using light tackle and fishing with both natural and artificial baits. Bring your kids as well so you can create wonderful family moments on the water.

The captain will provide you with all the tackle, including lures and live bait as well. You’re also covered for licenses, so you’ll only need to pack some food and drinks before you leave.

Captain Taylor’s Family Fun awaits you to take you on a lovely family fishing trip!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    2 Hour Trip – Inshore (7AM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    2 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $350
    On this trip, for a short duration you'll be targeting Snook, Redfish, Spotted Seatrout, sharks, Spanish Mackerel, Cobia, and Tarpon depending on the season and what's biting. Everything you need is provided, including fishing licenses, bait, tackle, and a large cooler filled with ice for your snacks and drinks. The boat has a shaded T-top, however, don’t forget the sunscreen. This trip has limited time compared to other trips. The trip lasts 2 hours.
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip – Inshore (11:30AM)
    In demand! Last booked: 2 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 11:30 AM
    Seasonal trip Feb 1 - Nov 1
    US $395
    On this trip, for a short duration you'll be targeting Snook, Redfish, Spotted Seatrout, sharks, Spanish Mackerel, Cobia, and Tarpon depending on the season and what's biting. Everything you need is provided, including fishing licenses, bait, tackle, and a large cooler filled with ice for your snacks and drinks. The boat has a shaded T-top, however, don’t forget the sunscreen. The trip lasts 4-5 hours.
    Targeted fish
    Snook
    Snook
    Tarpon
    Tarpon
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Tripletail
    Tripletail
    Sheepshead
    Sheepshead
    Shark (Bonnethead)
    Bonnethead Shark
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip – Inshore (3:30PM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 3:30 PM
    Seasonal trip Mar 1 - May 1 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
    US $395
    On this trip, for a short duration you'll be targeting Snook, Redfish, Spotted Seatrout, sharks, Spanish Mackerel, Cobia, and Tarpon depending on the season and what's biting. Everything you need is provided, including fishing licenses, bait, tackle, and a large cooler filled with ice for your snacks and drinks. The boat has a shaded T-top, however, don’t forget the sunscreen. The trip lasts 4-5 hours.
    Targeted fish
    Snook
    Snook
    Tarpon
    Tarpon
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Tripletail
    Tripletail
    Sheepshead
    Sheepshead
    Shark (Bonnethead)
    Bonnethead Shark
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip – Inshore (7AM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $395
    On this trip, for a short duration you'll be targeting Snook, Redfish, Spotted Seatrout, sharks, Spanish Mackerel, Cobia, and Tarpon depending on the season and what's biting. Everything you need is provided, including fishing licenses, bait, tackle, and a large cooler filled with ice for your snacks and drinks. The boat has a shaded T-top, however, don’t forget the sunscreen. The trip lasts 4-5 hours.
    Targeted fish
    Snook
    Snook
    Tarpon
    Tarpon
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spotted Seatrout
    Spotted Seatrout
    Shark (Blacktip)
    Blacktip Shark
    Tripletail
    Tripletail
    Sheepshead
    Sheepshead
    Shark (Bonnethead)
    Bonnethead Shark
  • Private trip
    Boca Grande Tarpon Fishing - 4 hrs
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 4:00 PM
    Seasonal trip May 1 - Jul 1
    US $750
    ***THE PICKUP LOCATION FOR THIS TRIP IS LOCATED 1 1/2 HOURS SOUTH FROM TAMPA*** Experience the thrill of fighting a giant Tarpon. With a 95% success rate, your chances of seeing action are high! On this trip, you'll be targeting Tarpon ranging from 80-200 pounds. Everything you need is provided, including fishing licenses, bait, tackle, and a large cooler filled with ice for your snacks and drinks. The boat has a shaded T-top, however, don’t forget the sunscreen. The trip lasts 4-5 hours.
    Targeted fish
    Tarpon
    Tarpon
  • Private trip
    Boca Grande Tarpon Fishing - 6 hrs
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 3:00 PM
    Seasonal trip May 1 - Jul 1
    US $850
    ***THE PICKUP LOCATION FOR THIS TRIP IS LOCATED 1 1/2 HRS SOUTH OF TAMPA*** Experience the thrill of fighting a giant Tarpon. With a 95% success rate, your chances of seeing action are high! On this trip, you'll be targeting Tarpon ranging from 80-200 pounds. Everything you need is provided, including fishing licenses, bait, tackle, and a large cooler filled with ice for your snacks and drinks. The boat has a shaded T-top, however, don’t forget the sunscreen. The trip lasts 6-7 hours.
    Targeted fish
    Tarpon
    Tarpon
  • Private trip
    8 Hour Trip - Inshore (7AM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Aug 1 - Feb 1
    US $900
    On this trip, for a short duration you'll be targeting Snook, Redfish, Spotted Seatrout, sharks, Spanish Mackerel, Cobia, and Tarpon depending on the season and what's biting. Everything you need is provided, including fishing licenses, bait, tackle, and a large cooler filled with ice for your snacks and drinks. The boat has a shaded T-top, however, don’t forget the sunscreen. The trip lasts 8-9 hours.
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FAQs about Tampa Inshore Family Fun

Tampa Inshore Family Fun offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $250 per group, additional US $100 per person after 1 guest - 2 Hour Trip – Inshore (7AM) (2 hours)
  • US $395 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Inshore (11:30AM) (4 hours)
  • US $395 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Inshore (3:30PM) (4 hours)
  • US $395 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Inshore (7AM) (4 hours)
  • US $750 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Boca Grande Tarpon Fishing - 4 hrs (4 hours)
  • US $850 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Boca Grande Tarpon Fishing - 6 hrs (6 hours)
  • US $900 per group - 8 Hour Trip - Inshore (7AM) (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Tampa Inshore Family Fun, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Multimedia System
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with Tampa Inshore Family Fun include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Fishing License

Tampa Inshore Family Fun offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing
  • Flats Fishing
  • Backcountry Fishing

Tampa Inshore Family Fun offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Spinning
  • Jigging

Top targeted fish species with Tampa Inshore Family Fun include:
  • Redfish
  • Shark (Blacktip)
  • Shark (Bonnethead)
  • Sheepshead
  • Snook
  • Tarpon
  • Tripletail

Meet the Captain

Christopher Taylor
Tampa, Florida, United States
8 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
143 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since September 2015
Angler's Choice
The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.
Captain Christopher Taylor is a Florida native and a US Coast Guard Licensed Captain who is Certified by the International Game Fish Association (IGFA), and an active member of the Boca Grande Fishing Guides Association (BGFGA). He grew up experiencing everything the Tampa Bay and Boca Grande areas have to offer: from the beautiful Gulf beaches to the excellent fishing. Feel free to ask the captain about anything you may see on your trip as he will be glad to share information that he has learned over the many years of fishing and living in Tampa Bay and Boca Grande. From Florida wildlife, birds, and fish, to historical landmarks and areas. Captain Christopher Taylor will entertain you with the natural resources provided by mother nature herself and simply make up every fishing trip. The captain can also offer great suggestions on restaurants and hotels.

About this listing

Targeted species

Redfish Redfish
Shark (Blacktip) Blacktip Shark
Shark (Bonnethead) Bonnethead Shark
Sheepshead Sheepshead

Boat specs

Clearwater (Center console) originally built in 2019. Powered by a 115HP Suzuki engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 30 knots.

Length
21 ft
Capacity
4 persons

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Wreck Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Spinning
Jigging

Amenities

GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Multimedia System
Ice Box

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Fishing License

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 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 included in price
Transfer from hotels or jetties in Tampa to departure site is available and included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
You Keep Catch
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
Visa
Mastercard
American Express

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 7 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (7)
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
86%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
86%
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Jeff P.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Family fishing trip Tampa

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip – Inshore (7AM) on November 12, 2023
Captain Chris was Great, He took us out and my daughter and grandsons had just a great time and caught lots of fish, I would...
Jeff P. recommends Tampa Inshore Family Fun
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Christa P.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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The best charter in the world. Well recommended.

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip – Inshore (3:30PM) on March 14, 2024
Everything about the charter was amazing. So if you want to catch Fish and have a good time this is where you should go.
Christa P. recommends Tampa Inshore Family Fun
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Kayla S.
Tampa, Florida
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Half day with Captain Chris

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip – Inshore (11:30AM) on March 24, 2023
We had an excellent day on the water with Captain Chris. He kept us catching fish and laughing at the same time. This trip...
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Akitaka H.
Fairborn, Ohio
Very good
4.0 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Very good
4.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
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May fishing trip

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip – Inshore (7AM) on May 28, 2023
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Brian G.
United States
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Half Day trip with Captain Christopher

4 Hour Trip on March 5, 2021
Captain Chris took me fishing for a half day trip and we caught 3-4 good sized Snook. Had a few more bites that we couldn’t...
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